Specifications

8 DC-200/300 Operation Manual
2.0 Installation
This section describes the procedure for the installation and setup of the DC-200/300 counting scale.
2.1 Unpacking
Do not turn scale upside down. Always work with scale on its side! Damage to the load cell can occur if
the scale is turned upside down.
Immediately after unpacking, visually inspect the DC-200/300 counting scale to ensure all components are
included and undamaged. If any were damaged in shipment, notify Rice Lake Weighing Systems and the shipper
immediately.
The DC-200/300 counting scale is packed in custom-fitted foam. After opening the box, remove all the
components. Check the insides of the box carefully to make sure you have all of the pieces. The package should
include the following:
• DC-200/300 counting scale
• Stainless steel platter
• AC power cord
• DC200/DC300 set-up tools CD-ROM
• Thermal head cleaning kit (DC-300 only)
• Thermal printer take-up reel (DC-300 only)
• DIGI certificate of quality
• Spare keysheet label
• Platter support and support screws (for 1 lb
and 2.5 lb units only)
Remove the bag protecting the scale and the dessicant bag. and the protective film covering the front panel. The
rest of the unpacking/unlocking procedure depends upon the capacity of the scale.
• For units with capacities of 5 lbs or higher, simply remove the foam spacers between the scale case and
the platform spider. Then place the stainless steel platter on top of the scale and seat it securely on the
rubber stops.
• For 1 lb and 2.5 lb capacity units, first remove the two locking screws, then screw on the platter support.
Figure 2-1. Unlocking the Scale and Installing the Platter Support
• Finally, seat the stainless steel platter on the platter support.
After ensuring that all parts are present, store the original box in a safe location for possible future use.
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