Operator Manual BlueLine WITH Scale System TECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALLY APPROVED 51198 © 2008 - 2009 by Fairbanks Scales, Inc.
Amendment Record BLUELINE SCALE SYSTEM WITH BLUETOOTH® TECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALLY APPROVED Operator Manual 51198 Manufactured by Fairbanks Scales Inc. 821 Locust Kansas City, Missouri 64106 Created 08/2008 Created Document Revision 1 08/2008 Documentation Release Revision 2 08/2009 Added approval numbers 8/09 3 51198 Rev.
Section 1: General Information Disclaimer Every effort has been made to provide complete and accurate information in this manual. However, although this manual may include a specifically identified warranty notice for the product, Fairbanks Scales makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents of this manual, and reserves the right to make changes to this manual without notice when and as improvements are made.
Table of Contents SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................. 7 Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 7 The Components ............................................................................................................... 8 The Junction Box (J-Box) .......................................................................................................
Section 1: General Information INTRODUCTION The following outlines benefits of the BlueLine Platform Floor Scale. • It is designed for indoor, moisture-free, non-corrosive environments. • The BlueLine Junction Box connects directly to either the Reliant Floor Scale or the Aegis Floor Scale (mild steel). • The BlueLine Indicator uses four (4) AA Alkaline batteries or AC Power. • The BlueLine System is not currently FM Approved. • BlueLine Transmissions have a typical distance of 100 feet.
Section 1: General Information THE COMPONENTS The Junction Box (J-Box) Components The floor scale’s load cells and the BlueLine components are powered by twenty-five foot (25’) long 9VDC, 200mA AC/DC adapter. Dimensions 7-1/4” x 4-5/8” x 1-1/4” Ratings Commercial Approved – 5000d Enclosure IP 12 Wireless System Bluetooth® – Class 1 Capacity Up to 9,990 lbs.
Section 1: General Information Indicator Specifications • LCD, 1-1/4 in. seven (7) segment display Basic 1-button Indicator (Zero and On/Off functionality) 4-digits, plus Annunciators Wireless electronics Wall mount capable Displays Pounds only Maximum displayed weight is 9,999 lbs.
Section 1: General Information Comparing the Reliant and Aegis Floor Scales Using BlueLine FS There are a few main differences between using the Reliant Floor Scale and the Aegis Floor Scale. Reliant Aegis Mild Steel Scale Capacity 2,500 to 5,000 Scale Capacity 1,000 to 10,000 Load Cell capacity 1,000 up to 2,500 lbs. Load Cell capacity 1,000 up to 5,000 lbs. Unique patented load Cells Must be fitted with stainless steel potted load cells.
Section 1: General Information RELIANT FLOOR SCALE Description, Features and Applications Three inches (3”) height and 4’ x 4’ design allows for material handling equipment access such as drum movers, pallet jacks and fork lifts. Load cell capacity is 1,000 or 2,500 lbs. Used for applications such as General Industrial, Inventory Management, Pallet Weighing, and Shipping. SPECIFICATIONS ACCESSORIES Scale Capacities 2,500 and 5,000 lbs. Platform 1/4” plate with diamond tread Platform height 3.
Section 1: General Information AEGIS INDUSTRIAL MILD STEEL FLOOR SCALE Description, Features and Applications Three inches (3”) height and 2-1/2’ x 2-1/2’ to 6’ x 8’ design allows for material handling equipment access such as drum movers, pallet jacks and fork lifts. Load cell capacity is 1,000 to 5,000 lbs. Used for applications such as General Industrial, Inventory Management, Pallet Weighing, and Shipping/Receiving. SPECIFICATIONS ACCESSORIES Scale Capacities 1,000 to 10,000 lbs.
Section 1: General Information ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS FOR THE SYSTEM Operating Environment Water Resistance Light to Heavy Industrial • Not designed for wash down or light spray • Cleaning with damp cloth is acceptable Operating Temperature -10° C to +40° C Humidity 0-90% Relative Humidity Non-Condensing 8/09 13 51198 Rev.
SECTION 2: USER INFORMATION It is the customer/operator's responsibility to ensure the equipment provided by Fairbanks is operated within the parameters of the equipment's specifications and protected from accidental or malicious damage.
Section 2: Company Service Information OVERVIEW Physical Installation Notes • Check all devices for proper operation. If any error messages occur, refer to Troubleshooting or the proper manual of that device. • No physical alterations (mounting holes, etc.) are allowed during installation. Electronic Component Care • Much of the equipment consists of printed circuit assemblies, which must be installed using ESD handling procedures. • These assemblies must be replaced as assemblies or units.
Section 2: Company Service Information Checkout Follow these guidelines when checking out all equipment: 9 Check in all components and accessories according to the product order. 9 Remove all components from their packing material, checking against the invoice that they are accounted for and not damaged. Advise the shipper immediately, if damage has occurred. Order any parts necessary to replace those which have been damaged. Keep the shipping container and packing material for future use.
Section 2: Company Service Information Service Technician’s Responsibilities 9 All electronic and mechanical calibrations and/or adjustments required for making this equipment perform to accuracy and operational specifications are considered to be part of the installation. ─ They are included in the installation charge. ─ Only those charges which are incurred as a result of the equipment's inability to be adjusted or calibrated to performance specifications may be charged to warranty.
Section 3: Bluetooth® Technology TECHNOLOGY INTRODUCTION The Fairbanks BlueLine ( loor cale) communicates using Bluetooth® wireless technology. It is the first scale to “Cut the Cord” between the Indicator and the floor scale. It is totally wireless. Not all Bluetooth® wireless devices have software to communicate with the BlueLine . • The components of the BlueLine Junction Box, BlueLine system are the Floor Scale, BlueLine Indicator and the specialized BlueLine Software.
Section 3: Bluetooth communications More about Bluetooth® Technology, Continued ® • Bluetooth Technologies core system consists of a RF (radio frequency) transceiver, which is the component that sends and receives the wireless signal. ─ The system offers services that enable the connection of devices and the exchange of a variety of data classes between these devices. ─ The system operates in an unlicensed radio band.
Section 4: Operations Basic Scale Operations 1. Plug in the Floor Scale Unit (if not already plugged in). 2. Plug in the Indicator, or press the ON/ZERO switch to activate the unit. ─ The Indicator seeks a connection with the JBox in the scale platform, and connects to it if it is in range and is operable. 3. The current weight displays. 4. Press briefly the ZERO/ON button to Zero the scale. ─ The scale Zeros if it is stable and within the Zero Limit Range. Shutting Down the Scale Unit 1.
Section 5: Service & Maintenance INDICATOR ERROR CODES There are several error conditions and operational steps indicated by the scale. • Not all are applicable in every sequence. • Some errors are indicated using audible beeps and some are shown on the scale display. LCD Display Indicators Displayed Text or Annunciator Description No Bluetooth® connection is established. - - - Motion/Stable Annunciator Weight is stable on the scale. Lb Annunciator Displayed weight is in pounds.
Section 5: Service & Maintenance SCALE MAINTENANCE Installing four (4) AA Batteries 1. Carefully pull off the back cover by snapping it open. ─ No tools are necessary. 2. Match the correct poles and insert two batteries in one direction, then two in the other direction. 3. Replace the Indicator cover. Cleaning the Scale and Indicator Use a moist cotton cloth to clean the scale. ─ If spray cleaner is needed for shoe sole marks, squirt it into the cloth, and not directly onto the scale.
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