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SERVICE MANUAL

Ohaus Corporation 19A Chapin Road, P.O. Box 2033, Pine Brook, NJ 07058-2033 (973) 377-9000

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page No.

1 INTRODUCTION 3

1.1

Overview.....................................................................................................................4

1.2

Service Facilities .........................................................................................................4

1.3

Tools and Test Equipment Required ...........................................................................4

1.4

System Specifications .................................................................................................4

1.4.1

Model Configuration .............................................................................................7

1.4.2

Approval Documentation ......................................................................................7

2 INSTALLATION 7

2.1

Setting up scale ..........................................................................................................8

2.1.1

Levelling the scale................................................................................................8

2.1.2

Mounting the tower...............................................................................................9

2.2

Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................11

2.3

Ambient Conditions ...................................................................................................11

2.4

Inserting Paper..........................................................................................................11

2.4.1

Paper format ......................................................................................................11

2.4.2

Inserting the ticket roll ........................................................................................12

2.5

Inserting the battery ..................................................................................................13

2.6

Connecting to main power.........................................................................................14

2.7

Turning on/off............................................................................................................14

2.8

Cleaning....................................................................................................................15

2.9

Disposal ....................................................................................................................15

3 SERVICE SETUP 16

3.1

Entering Service Setup .............................................................................................16

3.2

Setup Navigation.......................................................................................................16

3.3

Ending setup .............................................................................................................16

3.4

Group 9 Service Setting ............................................................................................17

3.5

Calibration.................................................................................................................19

4 MAINTENANCE 21

4.1

Preventive Maintenance............................................................................................21

4.2

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................22

4.3

WARNING & ERROR Messages...............................................................................23

4.4

Diagnosis ..................................................................................................................24

5 PARTS EXCHANGE 25

5.1

Service Preparation...................................................................................................25

5.2

Open bottom cover....................................................................................................26

5.3

Open upper cover .....................................................................................................27

5.4

Assemble ext. 12-24v connector kit...........................................................................28

5.5

Change interface board.............................................................................................28

5.6

Change mainboard....................................................................................................29

5.7

Change AC/DC switch power board ..........................................................................29

5.8

Change printer /print head.........................................................................................30

5.9

Change A/D board ....................................................................................................31

5.10 Change load cell .......................................................................................................32

5.11 Change the fuse........................................................................................................32

5.12 Change the display ...................................................................................................33

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5.13 Change the switch harness .......................................................................................34

5.14 Change the power switch ..........................................................................................35

5.15 Change the Wifi module ............................................................................................36

5.16

Change the backup battery.......................................................................................37

6 Error Messages 39

6.1

Error Messages Definition & Requirements...............................................................39

6.2

Error Messages Summary: Key Event Driven Errors.................................................40

6.3

Error Messages Summary: Global System Status Errors ..........................................42

7 APPENDIX 43

7.1

How to upgrade the Firmware of the scale ................................................................43

7.2

How to upgrate the Firmware through USB ...............................................................46

7.3

Setting up Wi-Fi……………………………………………………………………………..47

7.3.1

Getting started / resetting of the Wi-Fi module…………………………………......47

7.3.2

Ad Hoc Wi-Fi network configuration………………………………………………….48

7.3.3

Access point Wi-Fi network configuration…………………………………………...49

7.3.4

Wi-Fi Glossary………………………………………………………………………….50

7.3.5

Wi-Fi Errors……………………………………………………………………………..51

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1

OVERVIEW

Congratulations on your new scale.

This robust scale with its battery operation, connectable cash drawer and integrated ticket printer facilitates comfortable, mobile selling while maintaining the highest accuracy.

Your new scale not only stands out due to its mobility, but also due to its network-capability and fast data transfer to and from a computer. This lets you, for example, operate integrated scales which are connected to quickly and easily create sales reports.

1.2

SERVICE FACILITIES

To service a scale, the service area should meet the following requirements:

Should be temperature controlled and meet scale specifications for ambient temperature requirements.

Must be free of vibrations, such as fork lift trucks close by, large motors, air currents or drafts from air conditioning/heating ducts, open windows, people walking by, fans, etc.

Area must be clean and free of excessive dust.

Work surface must be stable and level.

Scale must not be exposed to direct sunlight or radiating heat sources.

Use an approved electro-static device.

1.3

TOOLS & TEXT EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Common hand tools are sufficient to disassemble Skipper scales. (A list of tools can be found under section "service preparation")

RS232 or Ethernet connectors

PC Tools provided by manufacturer

1.4

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

The specifications of Skipper series are listed in the below table

Before servicing a scale, first determine which parameters are not met

After servicing the scale, the below specifications must be met

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Specifications

Model Operations

Display

Key

Preset Key

PLU Quantity

Stainless Steel Pan

Printer

Power

Communication

Working environment

Memory

Storage environment

Weighing function

Packaging

Skipper 5000

Compact, Ethernet, One dot matrix display

6/15 kg/3/5g, dual range

15 kg/5g, single range

15/30 kg/5/10g, dual range

LCD with Orange backlight.

Segment & one dot matrix text line adjust level: NA kg: 6 digits unit price/ kg: 6 digits total: 7 digits tare: 5 digits

63 membrane keys

35 keys, every key can store 2 PLU

3500

246mm x 359mm (Trapezoid)

Thermal printer

80mm/sec (max.)

Width: 58mm

Active width: 48mm

Roll diameter 63mm

Printer gear stability:50km

Battery: Lead Acid rechargeable 12V/5.5Ah

Power supply:18 V @ max.3.6 A

2 RS232

2 RJ 45 Ethernet

2 USB host, 1 USB device

1 Cash box support RJ 11

Temperature:-10°C ~40°C

Humidity:85%RH, Non-condensation

ROM: 32MB; RAM: 5MB

Temperature:-10°C ~50°C

Humidity: 85%RH, Non-condensation

Zero/Tare, 100g, Date/Time, Floating vendor, Multi Payment

Net weight: 6.5 kg

Gross weight: 7.7 kg

Shipping Box (L x W x H): 539X529X258

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Platter dimensions

Scale dimensions

Paper format

Battery Life

Specifications

Model Operations

Display

Key

Preset Key

PLU Quantity

Stainless Steel Pan

Printer

Power

Communication

359* 246mm

Compact: 380*380*154mm

Tower: 455*380*463mm

A: Max. 57 mm

B: Max. 63 mm

C: Unlimited with continuous printing 16 hours

Skipper 7000

Compact,Ethernet,5.7" display

6/15 kg/3/5g, dual range

15 kg/5g, single range

15/30 kg/5/10g, dual range

Customer side: LCD with white backlight. One line dot matrix display

Operator side:5.7" TFT display

Adjustment levels: 0~100

Display resolution: 800*600 kg: 6 digits unit price/ kg: 6 digits total: 7 digits tare: 5 digits

72 Light Touch keys

52 keys, every key can store 2 PLU

5000

240mm x 359mm

Thermal

100mm/sec (max.)

Width: 58mm

Active width: 48mm

Roll diameter 63mm

Printer gear stability: 50km

NIMH: 12V/7Ah

Power adapter:18 V @ max. 3.6 A

2 RS232

2 RJ 45 Ethernet

2 USB host, 1 USB device, 1 front USB host

1 Cash box support RJ 11

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Working environment

Memory

Storage environment

Weighing function

Packaging

Platter dimensions

Scale dimensions

Paper format

Battery Life

*Not available in all countries

Temperature: -10°C ~40°C

Humidity: 85%RH, Non-condensation

ROM: 32MB; RAM 16MB

Temperature:-10°C ~50°C

Humidity: 85%RH, Non-condensation

Zero/Tare, 100g, large scales, Floating vendor ,Multi Payment

Gross weight: 8.71 kg

Net weight: 7.21 kg

Shipping Box (L x W x H): 539mmX529mmX258mm

359* 240mm

Compact: 410*360*172mm

Tower: 486*360*486mm

A: Max. 57 mm

B: Max. 63 mm

C: Unlimited

With continuous printing 14.5 hours / NIMH battery

1.4.1 MODEL CONFIGURATION

Type

S51P15D-E

S51P15-E

S51P30D-E

S71P15D-E

S71P15-E

S71P30D-E

Max

6/15kg

15kg

15/30kg

6/15kg

15kg

15/30kg

Min

40g

100g

100g

40g

100g

100g e

2/5g

5g

5/10g

2/5g

5g

5/10g

1.4.2 APPROVAL DOCUMENTATION

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Before installing your Skipper scale, identify the best location for your new equipment. A suitable installation environment enhances operation and ensures a long life of the scale. Keep in mind the following factors, which might have a negative influence on the scale's performance:

Vibration diminishes the scale’s ability to measure accurately. Excessive vibration from equipment such as conveyors can cause inaccurate and non-repeatable readings.

Be sure the scale is leveled properly.

Air currents can also diminish a scale’s performance.

Avoid placing the scale in front of or directly under air vents.

Other than items being weighed, avoid any objects rubbing or pressing against any part of the scale.

2.1

SETTING UP SCALE

2.1.1 LEVELLING THE SCALE

Only a perfectly levelled scale delivers accurate weighing results. The scale is equipped with a level indicator to make it easier to level the scale.

To level the scale, turn the scale's adjustable feet until the air bubble in the level indicator is positioned in the inner circle.

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2.1.2 MOUNTING THE TOWER (OPTIONAL)

The tower is available as an option to mount the customer display at eye level.

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1. Remove the 3 screws (1) on the bottom of the scale to remove the cover plate.

2. Disconnect the cables and pull the cable out of the scale.

3. Remove the 2 screws (2) under the display and take off the display.

4. Remove screw (3) and take off the adapter.

5. Remove 3 screws

(4) from the tower bottom.

6. Pass the cable through the tower.

7. Mount the tower on the tower base with the 3 screws

(4).

8. Mount the cover plate with the 3 screws (1).

9. Pass the cable through the adapter and mount the adapter on the tower with screw

(3).

10. Connect the cable to the display and put the display on the adapter.

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1. Remove the 4 screws (1) on the bottom of the scale to remove the cover plate.

2. Disconnect the cables and pull the cable out of the scale.

3. Remove the 4 screws (2) from the black pad and take off the black pad.

4. Take off the display.

5. Pull the display cable out and connect it to the display.

6. Set the display on top of the tower and fix the two parts of the tower with 2 screws (3).

7. Mount the tower on the tower base.

8. Mount the black pad with 4 screws

(2).

9. Mount the cover plate with the 3 screws (1).

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2.2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

In order to prevent accidents at work, the installer is required to take actions, directions and measures that comply with the general regulations for the prevention of industrial accidents, all other valid regulations for the prevention of accidents and with all other generally recognized regulations relating to safety and occupational health.

2.3

AMBIENT CONDITIONS

The right location is critical to weighing accuracy. Ideal locations comply with the following conditions:

No shocks and vibrations

No excessive temperature fluctuations

No direct sunlight

No strong drafts

Select a vibration-free location for your scale

2.4

INSERTING PAPER

2.4.1 PAPER FORMAT

Ticket rolls must comply with the following measures:

A. max. 57 mm

B. max. 63 mm

C. unlimited

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2.4.2 INSERTING THE TICKET ROLL

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To open the printer door press the button on the printer door.

1. Put the ticket roll into the paper compartment.

2. Pull the paper to the outside.

3. Close the printer door and tear off the excess paper.

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1. Put the ticket roll into the paper compartment.

2. Pull the paper to the outside.

3. Close the printer door and tear off the excess paper.

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2.5

INSERTING THE BATTERY

CAUTION

The battery can be damaged if it is incorrectly installed.

Pay attention to the correct battery polarity. The positive pole (+) and negative pole (-) cannot be short-circuited.

Only use original manufacturer batteries to ensure proper mounting of batteries and avoid damage to the electronics of the device.

OHAUS will not accept liabilities on defect electronics and refuse warranty claims if the batteries not supplied by OH are used.

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1. Remove the weighing pan.

2. Remove the battery compartment cover.

3. Connect the battery to the connector in the battery compartment.

4. Place the battery in the battery compartment.

5. Close the battery compartment.

6. Put the weighing pan back on its mounting poles.

The battery life is affected by charging and discharging conditions.

If correctly used, the battery life can reach approx. 500 charging cycles.

A fully charged battery lasts up to 16 hours. The battery capacity depends on the intensity of use and decreases with age.

The battery's operating time is reduced when the battery has not been used over a longer period of time(two months).

It is recommended that the battery is charged at least every 3 months.

If the battery was not used over a longer period of time, charge the battery at least three times and use it until it is completely discharged.

The charging time decreases if the battery is not fully discharged.

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Battery specification: Lead acid battery, 12 V / 5.5 Ah.

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1. Remove the weighing pan.

2. Remove the battery compartment cover.

3. Connect the battery to the connector in the battery compartment.

4. Place the battery in the battery compartment.

5. Close the battery compartment.

6. Put the weighing pan back on.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The battery life is affected by charging and discharging conditions.

If correctly used, the battery life can reach approx. 500 charging cycles.

A fully charged battery lasts up to 16 hours. The battery capacity depends on the intensity of use and Decreases with age.

The battery's operating time is reduced when the battery has not been used over a longer period of time(two months).

It is recommended that the battery is charged at least every 3 months.

If the battery was not used over a longer period of time, charge the battery at least three times and use it until it is completely discharged.

The charging time decreases if the battery is not fully discharged.

Battery specification: Lead acid battery, 12 V / 5.5 Ah.

2.6

CONNECTING TO MAIN POWER

1. Connect the supplied power cable to the power connection socket on the bottom of the scale.

2. Plug the power plug into a correctly grounded power outlet.

2.7

TURNING ON/OFF

Turn the scale on by pressing the switch on the right bottom of the scale.

Turn the scale off using the switch at the right bottom of the scale.

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2.8

CLEANING

CAUTION

Damage to the device

Turn off and unplug the device before cleaning.

Do not open the device.

Make sure that no fluids get inside the device.

Do not use scouring powders or plastic dissolving cleaning agents for cleaning.

Cleaning

Remove the Platter and clean it with a commercially available household detergent.

If heavily soiled, clean the surface of the device with a damp cloth that has been dipped in water containing a mild washing-up liquid and has been wrung out well.

2.9

DISPOSAL

In accordance with the requirements of European Directive

2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), this device may not be disposed of with domestic refuse. This also applies for countries outside the EU in accordance with their respective national regulations.

Please dispose of this product in accordance with local regulations for the separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment.

Should you have any questions, please contact the corresponding authorities or the dealer from whom this device was purchased. If this device is passed on (for example for further private or commercial/industrial use), this regulation is also to be passed on.

Many thanks for your contribution to the protection of the environment.

Battery disposal

Batteries contain heavy metals and therefore cannot be disposed of in the normal refuse.

Observe local regulations on the disposal of materials that are hazardous to the environment.

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3 SERVICE SETUP

3.1

ENTERING SERVICE SETUP

1. Press [Menu] key. Input the default password 2666666 and press [OK] to enter the menu.

2. Press the arrow up or down key to select Menu 9 “Service” and press [OK] key.

3. Input the default password 246813 and press [OK] to enter the menu.

3.2

SETUP NAVIGATION

The following keys can be used during setup:

Key Name

Menu

Function

Enter Menu

Return

Back

Press and hold or double click to return to weighing mode

Go back to previous screen or clear booking and PLU calling

Zero

Navigation Left

Up

OK

Zeroing/

Go to left item

Go to previous item

Confirm selection

Down Go to next item

3.3

ENDING SETUP

Press Back to go one step back in setup and finally end setup.

Press Menu to exit setup directly

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3.4

GROUP 9 SERVICE SETTING

No.

F9 Service

F91

Display

Country Setting

Country

Price Format

- Currency Symbol

- Currency Position

- Format Locked

- Total Price Digits

- Total Price Rounding

- Total Price Resolution

- Total Sales Digits

- Total Sales Rounding

- Total Sales Resolution

- Decimal Separator

- Grouping Place

- Grouping Separator

Show Negative Weight

Min Booking Weight

F94

Allow Chain Tare

Display Unit of Measure

Calibration

Filter

Printer

Paper Take-up Sensor

Out of Paper Sensor

Print Speed

Description

Set up country information

Select country

Set up price format

Possible Values

Allow show negative weight

Select minimum booking weight

Allow chain tare

Allow display unit of measure

Start calibration process

Select filter speed

Set up printer

Allow paper take-up sensor

Allow out of paper sensor

Select print speed

1 1e

2 5e

3 10e

4 20e

Yes/No

1 Auto

2 kg

3 g

4 100g

5 Piece

6 500g

$/£/Fr/...

Prefix/Postfix

All/Digits/No

0 … 6

Down/Middle Down/

Middle Up/ Up

Down/Middle Down/

Middle Up/ Up

1 … 1000000

0 … 6

Down/Middle Down/

Middle Up/Up

1 … 1000000

./,

0 … 3

0 … 1

Yes/No

1 Low

2 Medium

3 Fast

Enable/Disable

Enable/Disable

80 mm/s

100 mm/s

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F96

F97

Print Contrast

Printing Test

Roll Back

Roll Back Offset

Gap Type

Liner

Position Sensor Value

Temperature Sensor

Temperature Sensor Value

Calibrate Threshold

Calibrate out of paper threshold

Magnification of 2D barcode

Preventive Maintenance

Replace Keyboard

Replace Print Head

Print maintenance Info

Testing

Keyboard Test

Display Test

Printer Test

Extend Weight

USB device Port

Debug Port

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Select print contrast

Start printing test process

Allow roll back

Set up roll back offset

Select gap type

Select liner

Set up position sensor value

Allow temperature sensor

Set up temperature sensor value

Start calibration process

Start calibration process

Set up magnification of barcode

Start maintenance process

Start keyboard replacement

Start print head replacement

Print information of maintenance

Start testing

Start keyboard testing

Start display testing

Start printer testing

Start weight extension

Allow USB device port

2 … 4

Enable/Disable

5 0

6 1

7 2

8 3

1 -4

2 -3

3 -2

4 -1

Enable/Disable

0 … 100

1 Normal gap

2 Black gap

3 No gap

1 ClockWise

2 Counter-ClockWise

3 Stop

Enable/Disable

Select debug port

1 None

2 Output

3 MT-SICS

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3.5

CALIBRATION

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Assuming the user is to use the (non-automatic) scales/balance in the legally regulated field, the OWNER OF THE EQUIPMENT IS REPSONSIBILE FOR NOTIFYING

OFFICIALLY AUTHORITIZED CALIBRATION AUTHORITIES so that the latter can take the appropriate measures (calibration/recalibration).

Capacity and Increments

Resolution

3000

3000

3000

Capacity (kg)

6~15

15

15~30

Increment (g)

2~5

5

5~10

Calibration switch position

The calibration switch is located on the base of the scales. Please use a thin rod to press the calibration switch when the display shows "Push calibration key".

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Calibration steps

1. Press [Menu] key. Input the default password 246813 and press [OK] to enter the menu.

2. Press the arrow up or down key to select Menu 9 “Service” and press [OK] key.

3. Press the arrow up or down key to select Menu “Calibration” and press [OK] key.

4. Press the calibration button.

5. Select Menu “Calibration” again and press [OK] key.

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6. Select "Filter" and press [OK] key. Press arrow down key to select a filter e.g. Filter >

Medium and press [OK] key.

7. Select "Geo Code" and press [OK] key. Press arrow down key to select a geo code e.g.

Geo Code > 12 and press [OK] key.

8. Select "Calibrate" and press [OK] key.

9. Select "Unit" and press [OK] key. Press arrow down key to select a unit e.g. Unit > kg and press [OK] key.

10. Select "Range" and press [OK] key. Press arrow down key to select a range e.g.

Range > Dual and press [OK] key.

11. Select "Capacity" and press [OK] key. Press arrow down key to select a capacity e.g.

Capacity > 15kg and press [OK] key.

12. Select "Resolution" and press [OK] key. Press arrow down key to select a resolution e.g. Resolution > 0.005 and press [OK] key.

13. Select "Zero" and press [OK] key.

14. Select "Load" and press [OK] key. Press arrow down key to select a load e.g. load

>10kg and press [OK] key.

15. Put the weight on the platter.

16. Finish, press [OK] to restart.

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4.1

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Ohaus scales are precision instruments which should be handled carefully, stored in a clean, dry, dust-free area, and cleaned periodically. Follow these precautionary steps:

When a scale has had chemicals or liquids spilled on it, all exterior surfaces should be cleaned as soon as possible with warm water on a damp cloth.

Do not leave any weights on the scale when the scale is not in use.

Allow time for the scale to stabilize after moving it from an area which is at a different temperature than the area where it is to be operated. Allow one hour for each 5°F

(2.7°C) temperature change before using the scale. After temperature stabilization, allow an additional 20 minutes after turning the scale on, for the scale electronics to stabilize.

Preventive Maintenance Checklist

The scale should be inspected and checked regularly, as follows:

1. Clean the outside of the scale using a damp cloth with warm water.

CAUTION

DO NOT USE CHEMICAL CLEANERS OR SOLVENTS OF ANY TYPE. SOME CLEANERS

ARE ABRASIVE AND MAY AFFECT THE SCALE’S FINISH.

2. Check to ensure that the power cord is not broken and has no damaged insulation.

3. If using batteries and the scale malfunctions, first replace the batteries to see if this resolves the problem.

4. Make a visual inspection for faulty connectors, wiring, and loose hardware.

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4.2

TROUBLESHOOTING

This section of the manual contains troubleshooting information. It includes information to isolate specific problems step by step. Before doing any such work, make certain that your working area is clean, that you handle all scale components with care, and that you use a suitable electro-static device.

Diagnostic Guide:

1. Scale inoperative / blank displays

1. Check AC power at outlet. If voltages are zero, check and replace fuse.

2. Check voltage on power supply. If voltage at outlet is zero, replace power supply.

3. Check voltage on DC/DC to see if there is 5V DC or 8V DC at the outlet. If the voltage is zero, replace DC/DC.

4. Check whether the harnesses are properly connected.

5. Try to press the keyboard. If you can hear a beep while pressing the keyboard, replace the display. Otherwise please replace the mainboard.

2. Keyboard inoperative

1. Check keyboard connection on main board, ensuring it is securely plugged in.

2. If all connections are secure and keyboard is inoperative, replace keyboard.

3. Can’t communicate via Ethernet

1. Check the IP settings in Menu 251.

2. Check whether the LED light lights up. If it is not lit or does not flash:

Replace the Ethernet harness.

Replace the interface board.

Replace the main board.

Check whether the network license is active when trying to work on a floating vendor.

4. White paper print out

1. Check the harness, ensuring it is secure.

2. Replace the printer.

3. If it is still inoperative, replace mainboard.

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5. Weighing not stable

1. Check the harness of the load cell.

2. Check whether there is something touching the load cell.

3. Replace the AD board or load cell.

4.3

WARNING & ERROR Messages

The system actively helps locating and correcting malfunctions by prompting error messages.

A detailed summary of warning messages and error descriptions of the system can be found in chapter 6 of this service manual.

Error information delivered by the system can be canceled by pressing the [C] key.

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4.4

DIAGNOSIS

1. Isolate and identify the symptom

2. Refer to the diagnostic guide and locate the symptom. (Please also refer to the

Troubleshooting chapter)

3. Follow the suggested remedies in the order they appear.

4. Perform the indicated checks, or refer to the appropriate section of the manual.

5. Repair or replace the defective section of the scale.

NOTE

If more than one symptom is observed, approach one area at a time, and remember that the symptoms may be interrelated.

If a problem arises that is not covered in this manual, contact us for further information.

Group nine of the setup menu enables you to run functionality tests on dedicated devices. The functionality tests will help verify your diagnosis.

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5.0

PARTS EXCHANGE

Before servicing the scale, always unplug the power cord from the scale.

Only qualified service staff may open the scale for service purposes.

Be aware of any static charges and wear a static-proof wrist belt when touching the PCB.

5.1

SERVICE PREPARATION

Use the below procedures to replace the main board, displays, load cell, A/D printed circuit board, main fuse, DC/DC printed circuit board and Wi-Fi module.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Assuming the user is to use the (non-automatic) scales/balance in the legally regulated field, the OWNER OF THE EQUIPMENT IS REPSONSIBILE FOR NOTIFYING

OFFICIALLY AUTHORITIZED CALIBRATION AUTHORITIES so that the latter can take the appropriate measures (calibration/recalibration).

After replacing the main board or parts used in the actual measurement process, the following steps must be performed:

Check & Set the local GEO code setting (GEO code for the region in which the product is to be used)

Check calibration reproducibility, linearity, eccentricity)

Check and/ or apply local currency/country setting

Run final functionality test

Preparations before opening the housing (if possible):

Back-up data & operational settings via PC program.

Attention: Use the backup function of the PC program only if you intend to install the same software version after the service work.

Verify the software version installed

Check the geo code

Check the language setting

Repair Tools:

Repair of Skipper Series products requires a common set offhand tools including:

Diagonal pliers, Torx: T25, T20, T15, T10, 3'' extended rod, T25, wrench.

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5.2

OPEN BOTTOM COVER

1 2

1. Turn the system upside down the scale carefully. (Do not press heavily)

2. Unscrew the 8 red circled screws fixing bottom cover.

3. Open the bottom cover a little since there is cable connected between mainboard and interface board.

4. Disconnect the cable from the mainboard.

5. Remove the bottom cover.

Install in the same way with reverse procedures.

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5.3

OPEN UPPER COVER

1 2

3 4

1. Turn the system upside down the scale carefully.

2. Unscrew the 7 red circled screws fixing upper cover.

3. Upward the scale.

4. Open upper cover a little since 2 harness connected.

5. Disconnect the 2 harness from upper cover.

6. Remove the upper cover.

Install in the same way with reverse procedures.

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5.4

ASSEMBLE EXT. 12-24V CONNECTOR KIT

1 2 3

5 PARTS EXCHANGE

1. Dismantle the connector kit.

2. Open the bottom cover.

3. Insert the cable that you dismantled from the connector kit into the hole of the bottom cover and tighten the nut.

4. Connect the cable to the mainboard.

5. Plug the other half of the connector kit into the hole of the bottom cover.

5.5

CHANGE INTERFACE BOARD

1. Open the bottom cover.

2. Reverse it with interface board upwards.

3. Unscrew the 2 red circled screws fixing the interface board.

4. Replace the interface board and install in the same way with reverse procedures.

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5.6

CHANGE MAINBOARD

1 2 3

1. Open the bottom cover.

2. Disconnect all cables from the mainboard.

3. Unscrew the 5 red circled screws fixing the mainboard.

4. Replace the mainboard board and install in the same way with reverse procedures.

5.7

CHANGE AC/DC SWITCH POWER BOARD

1 2

1. Open the bottom cover.

2. Disconnect the 2 red circled cable from the switch power board.

3. Unscrew the 4 red circled screws fixing the board.

4. Replace it with a new one and install in the same way with reverse procedures.

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CHANGE PRINTER / PRINTER HEAD

1 2 3

5 PARTS EXCHANGE

1. Open the upper housing (Skipper 5000/7000).

2. Disconnect the harness from the printer board.

3. Unscrew the 2 red circled screws fixing printer.

4. Take out printer.

5 6

4

7

8 9

5. Press printer door switch to open the door.

6. Find the center screw fixing print head and unscrew it.

7. Disconnect print head harness from the printer board.

8. Release print head and take it out.

9. Replace it with a new one and install in the same way with reverse procedures.

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5.9

CHANGE A/D BOARD

1 2 3

4

1. Upside down the scale lightly (Do not press heavily).

2. Break the sealing and unscrew screws fixing A/D board cover.

3. Disconnect the 2 cables from the A/D board and unscrew the screw fixing the A/D board.

4. Replace it with a new one and install in the same way with reverse procedures.

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5.10

CHANGE LOAD CELL

1 2 3

1. Break sealing. Open the A/D board cover and remove the A/D board

(refer to steps in 5.9 Change A/D board).

2. Unscrew the 2 red circled Allen screws fixing Load Cell.

3. Open the upper cover.

4. Unscrew the 2 Allen screws fixing Load Cell through the spider.

5. Remove the spider and take out the Load Cell.

6. Replace it with a new one and install in the same way with reverse procedures.

5.11

FUSE EXCHANGE

1 2

1. Open the accessories cover

2. Remove the old fuse

3. Replace it with the backup one

4. Install the fuse box following the same instructions in the reverse order

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5.12

CHANGE THE DISPLAY

1 2

4 5

3

1. Unscrew the 7 bolts on the top cover and remove the cover

2. Disconnect all cables plugged into the board

3. Unscrew the 2 bolts on the cover

4. Disconnect all cables plugged into the board

5. Take off the plastic part

6. Remove the old display

7. Install the new display following the same instructions in the reverse order

8. Install the display housing

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5.13

POWER SWITCH

1 2

4

1. Unscrew the 7 bolts on the bottom cover and remove the cover

2. Disconnect all cables plugged into the board

3. Remove the old switch harness

4. Install the new switch harness following the same instructions in the reverse order

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5.14

CHANGE THE POWER SUPPLY

CAUTION

1 2

1. Lift off the platter and open the top cover

2. Unscrew the 4 PCB bolts

3. Disconnect all cables plugged into power switch PCB

4. Remove the old power switch

5. Install the new power switch following the same instructions in the reverse order

6. Install the top cover

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CHANGE THE WIFI MODULE

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4 5

1. Unscrew the 7 bolts on the top cover and remove the cover

2. Unscrew the 3 PCB bolts

3. Unscrew the antenna bolts

4. Unplug the power cord from the interface board and all remaining cables and antennas

5. Remove the old Wi-Fi module

6. Install the new Wi-Fi module following the same instructions in the reverse order

7. Install the top cover

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5.16

CHANGE THE BACKUP BATTERY

1 2

1. Open the bottom cover.

2. Disconnect backup battery cable from the mainboard (red circle plug).

3. Remove the backup battery.

4. Install new backup battery in the red circle place and plug in. (1.2V 2000 mAh NIMH battery)

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6.0

ERROR MESSAGES

6.1

ERROR MESSAGES DEFINITION & REQUIREMENTS

The table below is a diagnostic guide designed to help users locate the problem area quickly & easily. The probable causes are listed with the most common causes first. If the first remedy does not fix the problem, proceed to the next remedy. Before attempting to repair the scale, read all chapters of the manual to be familiar with the scale components & their operation.

Warning information will occur when an operation is wrong. Usually this information is displayed on the bottom line for about 1 second. It can be cleared by pressing key [C].

Critical Error: o Problem that has already occurred and needs attention.

o Errors can be triggered by key stoke event o Error message disappears with next key stroke event but not before x ms o Error alert is displayed again when key is used again & problem was not solved in the meantime.

Warning: o The user is being alerted of a condition that might cause a problem in the future.

Operation is still possible. Warning disappears with next key stroke event.

1. Acoustics: Whenever an error pops up x ms after key stroke that triggers error a long beep x ms is given as an acoustic error signal

2. System only displays one error at a time

3. Error is displayed in the status bar section of the screen automatically. Long descriptions can be opened we pressing the Info key

4. Occurrence of errors are recorded in the log file

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ERROR MESSAGES SUMMARY: KEY EVENT DRIVEN ERRORS

No.

1

5

19

20

21

22

23

14

15

16

17

18

12

13

24

25

26

2

3

4

6

7

8

9

10

11

Classification

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Short Message

Operation denied

Tare not allowed

Weight not stable

Discount denied

Print transactions

Item not found

Memory full

Tare not found

Paper empty

Ticket not found

Vendor not active

Negative weight

Weigh again

Weight too large

No data

Negative item price

Weight too small

Select vendor

Count limits

Invalid input

List entry not found

Enter Amount

Card not accepted

Payment denied

VAT not defined

Loyalty bonus denied

Long message

Defined preconditions for operation are not met. System configuration /user rights are not setup to perform the requested action or system is currently in a status where the operation is not allowed.

Weight must be bigger than 0.000 kg and not exceed max allowed value.

Outside conditions like vibrations or wind can prevent the system from stabilizing and displaying a weight value..

Promotion rules are violated, negative unit price or total price and lack of user rights are typical conditions where discounts are not allowed.

To switch working modes or reopen a ticket all recorded sales transactions need to be printed out or must be suspended.

Item is not found in database, temporarily locked or out of stock

Memory needs to be cleared to allow to continue to work

Tare number was not found & cannot be recalled

Insert new paper in printer to continue to work.

Ticket number is not found in memory

Vendor is not logged in and cannot be used currently => login!

Eventually, vendor was working on another device that is not reachable anymore (Network problems) => go back to that device to work!

Weight displayed must not be smaller 0.000 kg when working with by weight PLUs.

After transactions weight needs to be lifted from weighing plate.

Weight exceeds weighing capacity of instrument.

A sales record can only be recorded if a PLU was recalled or an item price manually entered.

Negative item prices are not supported

Check if weighing plate is being lifted through external influences. Printing under 20e not supported

To access sales slip view or payment screens the vendor needs to be identified by pressing the vendor key.

Count limited to 9999. Enter valid count value.

One or multiple values on the display are not permitted or exceed size limits n.a.

Payment line already selected enter open amount over keypad

Card could not be red. Payment could not be processed or discounts could not be granted.

User does not have adequate rights level to process refunds or customer credit line not sufficient to process payment.

Take-away food or in house VAT rates for some or all articles are not setup & still require definition.

Loyalty bonus has already been applied to sales transactions or is not supported under promotion.

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Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Classification

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

43

45

46

47

48

49

50

40

41

42

37

38

29

30

34

36

39

No.

27

28

52

53

Warning

Error

64

67

68

69

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Short Message

Unknown error

Void denied

All keys blocked

Password not correct

Barcode denied

Vendor not identified

Remove weight

Suspend memory full

Promotion rule violated

Value out of range

Customer Credit denied

Old Tare deleted

Loyalty process failed

Long message

An error occurred in the system but no detailed description is available

Void operation could not be processed by credit card reader.

Try again.

All defined vendor keys are currently used by other vendors.

Entered password is not correct. Please try again

Barcode format is not supported or barcode cannot be read.

System cannot perform action as vendor is not clearly identified. Press vendor key to clearly identify vendor.

The current load on the plate does not allow the system to boot properly

Before suspending another sales transaction please recall at least one suspended transaction.

Function cannot be executed since it conflicts with a promotion rule.

The value entered is too big or too small.

The requested amount exceeds the current credit limit.

There have been too many tares recorded – oldest tare was deleted to make room for most recent tare.

Update loyalty card information with external RFID or IC reader failed.

Weight is larger than the limitation of traceability information.

Cash drawer timing limit exceeded. Close cash box to

Over weight limit

Close Cash Drawer

Payment not complete

Preset tare not defined

Ticket not found continue to be able to continue to work.

Payment is not complete; customer still has to pay open amount.

Preset tare has not been defined yet.

Ticket number could not be found in log.

Total or unit price not defined Unit price and or total not displayed. Recall a PLU enter a

Ticket not closed

Take goods up and down again

Weight below purchase lower limit.

Direct item price, place weighing item on the plate or define count to resolve this problem.

Un-closed or suspended ticket exits, please close it first.

Movement on the plate not under minimum booking weight since last registration, the goods needs to be lifted until weight less than minimum booking weight, and put down again.

Current goods has purchase lower limit, please increase weight.

Weight above purchase upper limit.

Enter Refund Mode

100g not supported

Printer head too hot

Date is invalid

Time is invalid

Vendor not found

Current goods has purchase upper limit, please reduce weight.

Switch to refund mode for reopening refund ticket.

Unit price can’t be converted to 100g format because it can’t be divided by 10, e.g. 2.54. If the unit price is converted to

100g format ‘0.25’ (by trimming the least significant digit) and for displaying, then the total price is still calculated by original unit price which is not equal to the value calculated by 100g unit price “0.25” and will mislead customer, this is not allowed by authority.

Temperature of printer head is too hot

The input date is invalid

The input time is invalid

The vendor with the number is not found

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No.

70

72

73

74

Classification

Error

Error

Error

Error

Short Message

Vendor login other key

Print Type Not Matching

Over transaction limit

Server failure

6 ERROR MESSAGES

Long message

The vendor is login in other vendor key

The print type of ticket to be processed doesn't match current print type of scale.

Transaction quantity has exceeded upper-limitation

Data Remote server is unreachable

6.3

ERROR MESSAGES SUMMARY: GLOBAL SYSTEM STATUS ERRORS

No.

31

32

33

35

51

76

Classification

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Error

Short Message

Power failure

Network failure

Scanner not found

Open transactions

Battery Low

Long message

AC power is not stable or battery is running low. System will shut down automatically.

Network connection cannot be established. Data transmission in the network is constantly or temporally blocked. Check cable connections or wireless connections.

Communication to scanner cannot be established

System detected not printed transactions or suspended transactions for one or multiple vendors. Are you sure you want to shut down the system and not print open transactions?

Memory achieving size limits About 85% of the assigned memory is full. To avoid blocking of the system enter configuration mode and choose the preferred backup method.

Battery is low, need to recharge battery otherwise scale will turn off automatically.

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7.0

APPENDIX

7.1

HOW TO UPGRADE THE FIRMWARE OF THE SCALE

1. Install “Scale Manager.exe”.

2. Make sure your PC and the scale’s IP are in the same network segment. Select the device that you want to upgrade.

(Device list in the tool will be updated every time; if not make sure the firewall is disabled)

3. Click on the "+" button.

4. Fill in all required entry fields message (see example as below).

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5. Click on "Scale Config" button.

6. Click on "Update Firmware" button and then click on "…" button.

7. Browse your computer end select the firmware you want to update

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8. Click on "OK" button and then the firmware update will be started.

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7.2

HOW TO UPGRATE THE FIRMWARE THROUGH USB

STEPS:

1. Create a folder named as “Firmware” in USB.

2. Copy the mot file (scale firmware) from PC to Firmware folder of the USB stick:

"Firmware/Skipper App.mot" (create the Firmware folder & place the mot file in it)

3. Insert the USB stick to the scale. If USB is detected, screen will show with three options.

4. Select "Upgrade Firmware from USB" press OK key to enter into firmware list screen, which list out all the firmware files which are placed in USB stick under Firmware folder.

5. Select the mot file which you want to upgrade & press OK key.

Firmware upgrade will starts screen will show message as "Please do not switch off or power off the device, Upgrade in progress…"

6. Wait for few minutes, (approximately 5 minutes, scale will take backup, then start upgrading the firmware).

Scale will restart automatically after firmware update is success.

Note:

• USB stick should be in FAT32 format.

• Need to place the mot file under Firmware folder in USB stick.

• Please make sure that USB stick is not write protected. Otherwise scale could not write the backup files in USB stick.

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7.3.

SETTING UP Wi-Fi

7.3.1 GETTING STARTED/ RESETTING OF THE Wi-Fi MODULE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Wi-Fi FUNCTIONALITY IS ONLY SUPPORTED ON Skipper 7000 products

Wi-Fi requires an additional Wi-Fi board to be installed in the scale

The below models offer built-in Wi-Fi:

S71P15-W EU

S71P15D-W EU

S71P30D-W EU

Retrofitting: Skipper 7000 models can be retrofitted with a Wi-Fi option. For installation of the Wi-Fi module see chapter 5.15

RESETTING THE WI-FI BOARD

1. Wi-Fi requires a hardware option on the scale – a so called Wi-Fi board.

The Skipper 7000 is ready to use Wi-Fi if the board is connected correctly. Menu

252 will be accessible in the scale setup menu if the board is correctly connected.

2. RESETTING THE WIFI BOARD: Before starting the configuration of the Wi-Fi board, it is highly recommended to reset the Wi-Fi board to the default values to avoid any previous configuration.

On-Scale Operations:

1. Enter Scale Menu

2. Go to Menu 252 Wireless

3. Press OK to select menu

4. Select "Reset to default" and press OK

The scale will reset all settings and Wi-Fi board will be cleared to the Factory default settings – this can take 10 to 15 seconds.

An error message Network Failure could appears during that time

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7.3.2

AD HOC WI-FI NETWORK CONFIGURATION

Chapter describes the configuration of an Ad-Hoc Wi-Fi network.

AD HOC MODE:

Scales automatically find all systems included in a network. Recommended way of working in open market/ areas.

Limitations: Recommended max 5-7 scales in one network

Ad Hoc Network: Scales communicate directly over Wi-Fi

On-Scale Configuration:

1

2

3

4

Select

Networking

Mode

Define

Network

Name

Protect

Network

Restart/

System booting

1. Go to Menu 252; press OK to enter

2. Choose Network type and select: Ad-Hoc.

Important Note: This may take 5 to 10 seconds to be selected

3. Go to SSID and define a name for the network.

Important Note:

The SSID name must be the same on all scales that are supposed to work in the same network

Any Network name up to 32 characters – like "OHScalesNet" is possible. The SSID name servers as a network identifier and must be entered on the scales

This may take 5 to 10 seconds to be selected

4. Go to encryption type to WEP, WPA, or WPA2 depending on the encryption level required. WPA recommended

5. Select Encryption Key and define password to password protect the network and press OK:

Important Note: Passwords can have a maximum length of 26

(WEP) or 63 characters (WPA/2). WPA/WPA2 requires a minimum of 8 characters.

6. Leave the setup menu by pressing Back key

Important Note: The first key stroke will need 10 to 15 sec, as the

Wi-Fi board is being configured.

An error message Network Failure could appears during that time

The network will take up to 3 minutes to detect the other scales from the network. The network is set and available when the icon displays the network and the other scales connected.

Skipper 7000 will display the number of scales online in the network in the top row of the display.

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7.3.3

ACCESS POINT WI-FI NETWORK CONFIGURATION

Chapter describes the configuration of an Access Point Based Wi-Fi network.

ACCESS POINT MODE:

Scales will connect to an existing

Wi-Fi Access point/ router (AP)

Access Point Mode: Scales connect to a Wi-Fi Router/ access

Point

On-Scale Configuration steps to get going:

1

2

3

4

Select

Networking

Mode

Define

Network

Name

Protect

Network

Restart/

System booting

1. Go to Menu 252; press OK to enter

2. Select Network type and choose: Infrastructure

3. Important Note: This may take 5 to 10 seconds to be selected

4. Go to SSID and define a name for the network.

Important Note:

The SSID name must be the same on all scales that are supposed to work in one network

Any Network name up to 32 characters – like "OHScalesNet" is possible. The SSID name servers as a network identifier and must be entered on the scales

5. Go to encryption type to WEP, WPA, or WPA2 depending on the encryption level required.

Important Note: The choice of the security level will be in most cases be defined by the capabilities of the access point

6. Select Encryption Key and define password to password protect the network and press OK.

Important Note: Passwords can have a max. length of 26 (WEP) or 63 characters (WPA/WPA2). WPA/WPA2 requires a minimum of 8 characters

7. Leave the setup menu by pressing Back key

Important Note: The first key stroke will need 10 to 15 sec, as the

Wi-Fi board is being configured.

An error message Network Failure could appears during this time

The network will take up to 3 minutes to detect the other scales in the network. The network is set and available when the icon displays the network and the other scales connected.

Skipper 7000 will display the number of scales online in the network in the top row of the display.

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7.3.4

WI-FI GLOSSARY

Feature

SSID

WEP

WPA

WPA2

Description

Abbreviation stands for:

Service set identified.

Feature allows to give Wi-Fi networks a name, following the IEEE 802.11Encryption

type

Encryption method: Wired

Equivalent Privacy – is one of the first encryption levels.

However security is very simple. Basic encryption, to use only when no security risks exists.

Wi-Fi Protected Access –

Created to replace the leaks of the WEP encryption.

Needs a longer encryption key. Use TKIP encryption protocol – Second encryption level.

Wi-Fi protected access –

Currently the most advanced encryption level – Use CCMP encryption protocol. Third encryption level.

Default Value Min/Max Values

Authentification –

Open

Key length –

Length 64

Key Format ASCII

Cipher suite - AES Min 8 Characters

Max 63 Characters

Cipher suite - AES Min 8 Characters

Max 63 Characters

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7.3.5

WI-FI Errors

Diagnostic Guide: Why is the Wi-Fi network not connecting/ not stable?

1. Setup Check: Review if the Wi-Fi modules inside the scales are properly connected and setup.

a. The Wi-Fi cards must be properly connected embedded and activated; b. Ensure the Wi-Fi module is correctly cabled. See also Chapter 5.15 replacing the

Wi-Fi card c. SSID and Encryption type and must be correct to match the definition on the other scales in the network. Chapter 7.3

d. Ensure that Wi-Fi module can connect with the access point selected. SW settings/ network mapping timings and device handling topics inside access points can prevent the scales Wi-Fi systems to join a network

2. Performance Check: Wi-Fi is a local network technology without wires, a radio signal which shares an "open space" with all other signals. It can be easily disrupted by different elements.

a. Network Size: It is recommended to use the ad-hoc network for 3 to 5 scales.

When a bigger scales network is required, it is recommended to use an access point.

b. Network Distance: To guarantee max performance the distance between the scales should not exceed 5-8 meters (Ad Hoc mode); however as long as the distance between 2 scales is not exceeding this value – the network can be extended.

c. Network Environment: Avoid walls, metallic parts (walls, doors…) between the scales, Bluetooth signals, other strong Wi-Fi signal (typically banks have stronger signals or signal disrupters), electric high voltage lines, microwaves, satellites phones, walkie-talkie, baby phones, DECT phones, aquariums, Christmas electric decoration, mirrors … d. Network Security: Other Wi-Fi networks: Encryption can help to discredit a Wi-

Fi network; in case the network is not stable, increase the Encryption level from

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