Operation / Installation Manual

FB 7000 Series
Weight Controller

© 2003 by Fairbanks Scales Inc.

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Issue #1 10/03
 Amendment Record

FB 7000 Series Weight Controller

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Manufactured by Fairbanks Scales Inc.

821 Locust
Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Issue #1 10/03

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.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

CHAPTER 1 - OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1.0 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.3 WAVERSAVER® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.4 Secure Memory Module (SMM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.5 Remote Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.6 Auto Zero Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.7 Output Device Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.7.1 Analog Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.7.2 Remote I/O (RIO) Interface to the
Allen-Bradley Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.7.3 Binary Coded Decimal (BCD) Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.7.4 PROFIBUS Interface Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.8 Miscellaneous Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.8.1 240 VAC 50/60 Hz Input Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

CHAPTER 2 - SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.0 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1 FB 7000 Specifications for a Standard Instrument . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.1 Conversion Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.2 Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.3 Excitation Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.4 Averages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.5 Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.6 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.7 Display Increments (Graduations) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.8 Key Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.9 Standard Setpoint Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.10 Non-Linearity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.1.11 Maximum Zero Tolerance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2 Power and Utility Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2.1 Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2.2 Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2.3 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2.4 Common Mode Voltage Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2.5 Common Mode Rejection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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 2.3 Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.3.1 Operating Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.3.2 Storage Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.3.3 Temperature Coefficient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.3.4 Humidity Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4 Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4.1 Panel Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.5 Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.5.1 Analog Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.5.2 Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.5.3 Profibus I/O Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

CHAPTER 3 - INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

3.0 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.2 Mechanical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.2.1 Installing the FB 7000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
1. Panel Cutout Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2. Installing the FB 7000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.3 Electrical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.3.1 Cabling and Interconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1. Recommended Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2. Input Power Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3. Remote Functions Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.3.2 Load Cell/Point Connections (J1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.4 Output Option Board Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4.1 Options Cabling and Interconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
1. Profibus Interface Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.4.2 Profibus Interface Card Option Wiring Diagram . . . . . 25
3.5 Installation of the Secure Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

CHAPTER 4 - SYSTEM CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

4.0 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.1 Analog Output Option Card Configuration Procedures -B1 . 27
4.1.1 About the Analog Output Card Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.1.2 Setting the Jumpers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1. Disassembling the rear panel and setting jumpers. . . 27
2. Jumper Configuration Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3. Reassembling Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4. Front Panel Setup Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5. Analog Card Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6. Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
7. Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.2 Auto Zero Tolerancing Configuration Procedures . . . . . . . . . 29
4.2.1 About Auto Zero Tolerancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
1. Dip Switch Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2. Dip Switch Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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4.4 Configuring the Power & Relay Board Dip Switches S2 . . . . 30

CHAPTER 5 - SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

5.0 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.1 Keypad Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.1.1 Zero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.1.2 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.1.3 Tare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.1.4 Ÿ/Test/Clr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.1.5 1/Tare Val . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.1.6 3/Lb Kg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.1.7 4/ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.1.8 5/ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.1.9 8/Cal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.1.10 9/ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.1.11 0/Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.1.12 Enter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.2 Analog Output Setup Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.3.1 About Analog Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.3.2 Analog Output Menu Setup Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.3 Set Up for Profibus Interface Card Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.4 Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

CHAPTER 6 - CALIBRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

6.0 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.1 Pre-Calibration Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.1.1 Mechanical Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.1.2 Electrical Check Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
6.1.3 Fourteen Segment Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
6.1.4 Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6.1.5 Load Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6.2 Calibration Setup Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.2.1 The Calibration Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.2.2 Setting the Unit of Measure. (UNIT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.2.3 Setting the Standard Decimal Point (DECPNT) . . . . . . 39
6.2.4 Setting the Motion Tolerance Value (MOTION) . . . . . . 40
6.2.5 Setting the Graduation Size (GRAD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6.2.6 Setting the Zero Tolerance (0 TOL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6.2.7 Setting The Auto Zero Tolerance (R0 TOT) . . . . . . . . . 41
6.2.8 Setting the Number of Readings Averaged (AVRAGE) 41
6.2.9 Setting the Scale Capacity (SC CAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.2.10 WAVERSAVER® (WVRSVR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.2.11 This ends the Calibration Setup Process. . . . . . . . . . 42
6.2.12 Calibration Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.2.13 Calibration Self Test Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
6.3.2 Quick Calibration Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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6.4.1 Restoring Calibration When Changing
Decimal Points. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

CHAPTER 7 - OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

7.0 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
7.1 Description of Front Panel (See Fig. 7-1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
7.1.1 Process Weighing Function Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
7.1.2 Operator Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
7.2 Instrument Operation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
7.3 Option Menus and Option Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
7.4 Option Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
7.4.1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
7.5 Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
7.6 Profibus Interface Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

CHAPTER 8 - TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

8.0 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
8.1 Disassembly and Reassembly Notes and Cautions . . . . . . . 51
8.2 General Troubleshooting Flow Chart Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
8.2.1 A - Guidelines for Instabilities on Formerly
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
8.2.2 A1 - Guidelines for Instabilities on Formerly
Operating System (Cont'd) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
8.2.3 B - Guidelines for Instabilities on Formerly
Operating Systems (Cont'd) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
8.2.4 B1 - Guidelines for Instabilities on Formerly
Operating Systems (Cont'd) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
8.2.5 B2 - Guidelines for Instabilities on Formerly
Operating Systems. Mechanical Stability and
Configuration Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
8.2.6 C - Guidelines for Instabilities on Formerly
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
8.2.7 E - Non-Return to ZERO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
8.2.8 F - Verify Individual Load Cell Milli-volt Readings . . . . 60
8.2.9 G - Error 18 During Hard Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
8.2.10 H - Mechanical Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
8.2.11 J - Electrical Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
8.2.12 K - Load Sharing and Load Sensor Checkout . . . . . . 64
8.2.13 M - HI Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
8.2.14 N - Blank Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
8.3 System Integrity Check and Fault Determination . . . . . . . . . 67
8.3.1 Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
8.4 Interpreting Diagnostic/error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
8.4.1 Overview of Typical Load Cell System . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
8.4.2 No Keypad Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
8.4.3 Remote Functions Non-operational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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Appendix A System Data Survey Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Appendix B Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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 TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS

CHAPTER 1 - OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

FIG. 1-1 FB 7000 Weight Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CHAPTER 3 - INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

FIG. 3-1 2" Rear Panel Clearance Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

FIG. 3-2 Panel Cutout Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
FIG. 3-3 NEMA 4 Gasket Flush Against the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
FIG. 3-4 Power Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
FIG. 3-5 Option Label Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
FIG. 3-6 Analog Output Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
FIG. 3-7 Standoff Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
FIG. 3-8 Secure Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
FIG. 3-9 Installing and Removing the Secure Memory Module . . . . . . . . . 26

CHAPTER 4 - SYSTEM CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

FIG. 4-1 Analog Output Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

FIG. 4-2 Auto Zero Dip Switch Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
FIG. 4-3 Power & Relay Board Dip Switch Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

CHAPTER 5 - SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

FIG. 5-1 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

CHAPTER 6 - CALIBRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

FIG. 6-1 Properly Installed Load Cell w/no Binding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

FIG. 6-2 Millivolts/Weight Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
FIG. 6-3 Front Panel Display with Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
FIG. 6-4 Front Panel Display with Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

CHAPTER 7 - OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

FIG. 7-1 Front Panel, Process Weighing Function Butoons . . . . . . . . . . . 48

FIG. 7-2 Option Menu Tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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CHAPTER 1 - OVERVIEW

1.0 SCOPE
This manual provides the user and service personnel with a description of the
specifications, installation, setup, configuration, operation, communication, . .
maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures for the FB 7000 Weight Controller. The
FB 7000 is fitted with WAVERSAVER® (A Registered Trademark of Hardy Instruments,
Inc.). To get the maximum service life from this product, operators should use this
instrument in accordance with recommended practices either implied or expressed in
this manual. Before using the weight controller, all users and maintenance personnel
should read and understand all cautions, warnings, and safety procedures, referenced
or explicitly stated in this manual, to ensure the safe operation of this product.

1.1 About This Manual

Every Installation and Operation manual is organized into easily referenced chapters:

• Chapter One - Provides an introduction to the instrument and an Overview of the

equipment and its capabilities.
• Chapter Two - Provides a complete list of Specifications.
• Chapter Three - Contains information needed to Install the FB 7000 (both standard
equipment and optional equipment).
• Chapter Four - Provides complete hardware Configuration instructions for setting
dip switches and jumpers.
• Chapter Five - Pertains to the firmware Setup and preparation procedures to
calibrate and operate the instrument.
• Chapter Six - Provides Calibration instructions.
• Chapter Seven - pertains to the Operation of the FB 7000.
• Chapter Eight - Pertains to the Troubleshooting procedures for repair of the
instrument.

1.2 Description
The FB 7000 is a compact, multipurpose, microprocessor based weight Controller.
(See Fig. 1-1) The controller is used for a wide variety of process weighing .
applications including batching, blending, check weighing, filling/dispensing, force
measurement, level by weight and weight rate monitoring. The FB 7000 can transmit
data via analog. Data is displayed alpha-numerically on the six digit fourteen segment
LED display. Weight values can be based on either Net, Gross, weight values in
pounds or kilograms. An optional Allen Bradley Remote I/O and PROFIBUS interface
is available for communication to programmable logic controllers. The 20 bit analog to
digital converter in the weight controller updates twenty (20) times per second and is
capable of 985,000 counts of display resolution. This gives the instrument the ability to
tolerate large “dead” loads, over sizing of load cells/sensors and still have sufficient
resolution to provide accurate weight measurement and control. Commands can be
entered into the instrument from the communication ports or locally from a tactile feel
sixteen button front panel keypad. A portion of the keys can be locked out to limit
operator access and protect data. A limited number of commands can be entered
through a rear Remote Functions connector.

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1.3 WAVERSAVER®
Typically, mechanical noise (from other machinery in a plant environment) is present in
forces larger than the weight forces trying to be detected. The FB 7000 is fitted with
WAVERSAVER® technology which eliminates the effects of vibratory forces present in
all industrial weight control and measurement applications. By eliminating the factor of
vibratory forces the controller is capable of identifying the actual weight data.
WAVERSAVER® enables the weight controller to distinguish between actual weight
data and mechanical noise, both of which are typically transferred to the weight
controller by the load cell signal. WAVERSAVER® can be configured from the front
panel to ignore noise with frequencies as low as 0.25 Hz. One of four higher
additional cut off frequencies may be selected to provide a faster instrument response
time. The default factory configuration is 0.50 Hz vibration frequency immunity.

Fig. 1-1 FB 7000 Weight Controller

1.4 Secure Memory Module (SMM)

The Secure Memory Module stores critical configuration, calibration and setup data of
the FB 7000 thereby protecting this information from corruption. During system
operation when a new parameter is entered, the SMM automatically updates that value
in its memory. Data stored in one FB 7000 may be restored in another by physically
transferring the SMM to the new instrument. The SMM is conveniently accessible from
the instruments rear panel.

1.5 Remote Functions

Rear panel input of a level or momentary grounding that can Tare the instrument.,
force the Net mode, toggle between pounds or kilograms and freeze the front panel
display or one of the communications ports. This is useful for adding large additional
industrialized switches to the control panel.

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1.6 Auto Zero Tracking

Auto Zero Tracking will cause the display to indicate zero, as long as any “live weight”
on the scale is below the set zero tolerance and the scale is not in weight motion. This
capability allows the instrument to ignore material build-up in the weigh system within
the set zero tolerance. Auto Zero Tracking is enabled when switch eight of S3 (the
configuration dipswitch), labeled Config on the instrument’s rear panel is in the on
position.

1.7 Output Device Options

1.7.1 Analog Output

The Analog Output is configured from the front panel and set up by jumpers on the
printed circuit card. The option allows the transmission of Gross and Net weight as 0-
5V, 0-10V, 0-20mA or 4-20mA (or the reverse of these), and makes it possible to span
these ranges over a portion of the weight data. Resolution is 16,000 counts, or the
number of display counts available in the range selected, whichever is less. Both
voltage and current data are available simultaneously.

1.7.2 Remote I/O (RIO) Interface to the Allen-Bradley Network

The RIO port allows bi-directional communications with Allen-Bradley Programmable

Logic Controllers (PLC) and Small Logic Controllers (SLC). The FB 7000 represents a
quarter rack of discrete I/O (32 bits in the Logic Controllers output and input image
files) to the Logic Controller and supports both discrete and block transfers of data. It
can support up to 230.4 Kbaud transfer rates.

1.7.3 Binary Coded Decimal (BCD) Output

This option provides six digits of parallel weight data representing Net, Gross, Tare and
the present front panel display. If all types of output data are requested, they will
appear, one after the other, ten milliseconds apart. This option provides a 24 inch
cable.

1.7.4 PROFIBUS Interface Option

Allows bi-directional communications to Profibus (Process Fieldbus) products including

those made by Siemens, GE Fanuc and Texas Instruments. This interface supports
PROFIBUS-DP (Decentralized Periphery) and processes both Selectable . .
Predetermined and Block transfer commands. It supports up to 12 Mbaud transfer
rates.

1.8 Miscellaneous Options

1.8.1 240 VAC 50/60 Hz Input Voltage

This is a factory configuration only.

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CHAPTER 2 - SPECIFICATIONS

2.0 SCOPE
Chapter Two lists the specifications for the FB 7000 weight controller. Specifications
are listed for the standard instrument and for instruments fitted with optional
equipment. The specifications listed are designed to assist in the installation,
operation and troubleshooting of the instrument. The service personnel should be
familiar with this section before attempting an installation or repair of the instrument.

2.1 FB 7000 Specifications for a Standard Instrument

2.1.1 Conversion Rate

• 20 updates per second

2.1.2 Resolution
• Displayed: 1:985,000 (@ 3 mV/V)
1:656,000 (@ 2 mV/V)
• Internal: 1:1,048,576

2.1.3 Excitation Voltage

• 0-5 VDC

2.1.4 Averages
• 1 to 200 User Selectable in single Increments

2.1.5 Input
• Up to four (4) 350 ohm Full Wheatstone Bridge, Strain Gauge Load
Sensors/Cells (5 volt excitation) on one vessel.
• Signal Voltage Range: 0-15mV

2.1.6 Display
• 6 digit, 14 segment red LED, 0.6" alpha-numeric

2.1.7 Display Increments (Graduations)

• 1,2,5,10,20,50,100,200,500 user selectable via the front panel key pad.
• Corresponding weight is dependent on the decimal point location.

2.1.8 Key Pad

• 16 tactile keys
• 6 dedicated functions
• 10 dual numeric and function

2.1.9 Non-Linearity
• 0.0015% of Full Scale

2.1.10 Maximum Zero Tolerance

• 32766

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 2.1.11 WAVERSAVER®
• 7.5 Hz
• 3.5 Hz
• 1.0 Hz
• 0.5 Hz
• 0.25 Hz

2.2 Power and Utility Requirements

2.2.1 Voltage
• 120 VAC ± 10% Standard
• 240 VAC ± 10% (-E2 Factory Option)

2.2.2 Frequency
• 47/63 Hz

2.2.3 Power
• 10 Watts maximum with options

2.2.4 Common Mode Voltage Range

• ± 2.5 VDC

2.2.5 Common Mode Rejection

• 100dB @ 50-60Hz

2.3 Environmental Requirements

2.3.1 Operating Temperature Range

• -10° to 50° C (14° to 122° F)

2.3.2 Storage Temperature Range

• -20° to 85° C (-4° to 185° F)

2.3.3 Temperature Coefficient

• Less than 0.005% of full scale per degree C for zero and span.

2.3.4 Humidity Range

• 0-90% (non-condensing)

2.4 Physical Characteristics

2.4.1 Panel Mount

• Depth:

11.35" (288.29mm) Back of the Bezel to rear cable clearance.

• Case Dimensions:

2.99"H x 5.65"W x 9.02"D (75.9mmH x 143.51mmW x 229.11mmD)

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 • Front Panel Dimensions:

3.74"H x 7.00"W x 0.42"D (95mmH x 177.80mmW x 10.67mmD)

• Panel Cutout Dimensions:

3.09"H x 5.75"W (78.5mmH x 146mmW)

• Case Material:

Aluminum alloy (6063-T5), Chem. Film (MIL-C-541)

• Weight:

4.6 pounds (2.1 Kilograms)

• Rating:

Front Panel NEMA 4 Seal

2.5 Optional Equipment

2.5.1 Analog Output

• Resolution:

16,000 counts

• Linearity:

0.01% (with 1 average selected)

• Response Time:

1 millisecond after update

• Isolation from Main Board:

300 VAC or 450 VDC

• Update:

50 milliseconds (20 times/sec.)

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 • Voltage Out
• Range:
0 - 5 VDC, 0-10 VDC (or reverse of these)
• Max Current:
5 ma (2 K ohm load @ 10 V)
• Temp. Stability:
10 ppm/C or 4 mV total from 30 degrees F to 120 degrees F

• Current Out
• Range:
0 - 20 mA, 4-20 mA (or reverse of these)
• Max Voltage:
12 V allowing 0 - 600 ohm load at 20 mA
• Mating Connector:
6 pin Phoenix

2.5.2 Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Interface

• Resolution:
986,000 counts
• Represents
1/4 Rack of Discrete I/O
• Type Transfers:
Discrete and Block (Read & Write)
• Baud Rate
57.6 Kbaud
115.2 Kbaud
234.4 Kbaud

2.5.3 Profibus I/O Interface

• Protocol
DP (Decentralized Periphery)
• Data Configuration:
16 words or 32 bytes
• Standard Reference:
Process Fieldbus - DIN 19 245
• Baud Rate
9,600 Kbaud to 12 Mbaud (Auto-Selectable)

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CHAPTER 3 - INSTALLATION

3.0 SCOPE
All information contained in Chapter 3 pertains to unpacking, cabling, interconnecting
and installing the FB 7000 weight controller. Alternatives to any specifications
contained or implied in this section are not recommended. It is very important that the
user and service personnel be familiar with the procedures contained in this chapter,
before installing or operating the FB 7000 weight controller.

3.1 Unpacking

3.1.1 Before signing the packing slip, inspect the packing for damage of any kind.

3.1.2 Report any damage to the carrier company immediately.

3.1.3 Check to see that everything in the package matches the bill of lading. You
should normally have:

1. FB 7000 Panel Mount

1 FB 7000 instrument with mating connectors and ordered options

installed.

1 Mounting Rail Kit

• (4) mounting Rails

• (4) 6-32 UNC phillips pan head machine screws

3.1.4 If any items are missing, damaged, or there are any questions, please contact
your local Customer Support Center.

3.1.5 Record the model number and serial number of the Weight Controller. Store in a
convenient, secure location for reference when contacting your Customer Service
Department or to buy parts or firmware upgrades.

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3.2 Mechanical Installation

3.2.1 Installing the FB 7000 in a Panel

1. Panel Cutout Specifications

a. Enclosure Size Requirements.
• Overall depth of the enclosure must be a minimum of 11.5" to allow
for the 2" clearance between the rear panel of the FB 7000 and the
inside surface of the rear panel of the enclosure. (See Fig. 3-1)
•There must be a 1" clearance completely around the bezel and
other installed units.

Fig. 3-1 2” Rear Panel Clearance Requirement

b. Dimensions of the enclosure cutout (See Fig. 3-2)

• 5.75" ± .06 (146.05mm ±1.52) Wide
• 3.09" ± .06 (78.49mm ±1.52) High
• All cutout surfaces must be deburred before installation of the
controller.

DO NOT MOUNT THE FB 7000 CONTROLLER NEAR A HIGH MAGNETIC FIELD

OR HIGH VAC POWER SOURCE. TO DO SO WILL EFFECT THE PERFORMANCE
OF THE CONTROLLER AND MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE.

2. Installing the FB 7000 Panel Mount

a. Make sure that all Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions have

been taken, before installation.
b. The controller comes with a NEMA 4 rated compression gasket. Make
sure the gasket is properly seated in the bezel before installation.
c. Gently slide the controller into the cutout in the enclosure. Be sure to
secure the controller with both hands when installing.

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 5.75"

PANEL CUTOUT 3.09"

Fig. 3-2 Panel Cutout Dimensions

d. Slide the controller into the panel cutout until the NEMA 4 & 4X gasket
is flush against the front panel of the enclosure. (See Fig. 3-3)

CAUTION ONCE THE GASKET IS COMPRESSED IT SHOULD NOT BE USED

AGAIN. WHENEVER THE CONTROLLER IS REMOVED FROM THE PANEL, RE
INSTALL WITH A NEW GASKET.

e. Install the four (4) mounting bars.

• Slide each of the mounting bars into the slots at the rear of the
controller.
•One end of the mounting bar is recessed. Make sure you install the
bars from this end.
•Check to be sure the mounting bars are flush against the inside
surface of the front panel.

Fig. 3-3 NEMA 4 Gasket Flush Against the Front Panel

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 • Install the four (4) 6-32 pan head machine screws into the threaded
slots at each corner of the controller.
• Hold the controller so that it is aligned and flush against the
enclosure front panel throughout the entire tightening process.
• Facing the rear panel of the controller, tighten each screw in a
clockwise direction from corner to corner until each screw is finger
tight.
• Using a phillips screw driver, continue the clockwise direction and
partially tighten each screw until the NEMA 4 bezel gasket is
completely compressed and the bezel is flush against the front panel
of the enclosure. Do not tighten one screw down completely and then
go on to the next screw. Each screw must be tightened a little before
going on to the next to maintain the alignment between the controller
and the front panel of the enclosure.

CAUTION: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE MACHINE SCREWS.

OVER TIGHTENING CAN DEFLECT THE BEZEL SO THAT IT WILL NOT BE
WATER TIGHT AND/OR BREAK OFF THE CORNERS OF THE BEZEL.

f. The Panel Mount installation is complete.

3.3 Electrical Installation

3.3.1 Cabling and Interconnecting

1. Recommended Installation Procedures

d. Carefully plan the cable runs and wiring connections before routing,
cutting and trimming cables and wires.

CAUTION: INSTRUMENT POWER AND RELAY WIRES SHOULD BE ROUTED

AWAY FROM ALL OTHER SIGNAL CABLES TO AVOID ELECTRICAL
INTERFERENCE.

e. All cabling should be neatly bundled, tied, and dressed.

f. Use a 6 inch service bend to relieve stress on the connectors and to
ease servicing the unit.
g. Make sure that all plugs are firmly in place.
h. Be sure to secure the power cord with the two (2) captive screw-on
clips.
i. All connections are made at the rear panel of the weight controller.

2. Input Power Wiring

DO NOT OPERATE WITH INCORRECT LINE VOLTAGE. TO DO SO WILL RESULT

IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. CHANGING THE INPUT
VOLTAGE RATING BETWEEN 120 AND 240 VAC REQUIRES MODIFICATIONS TO
THE POWER/RELAY CIRCUIT BOARD AND RELAY OUTPUT BOARD. THIS
PROCEDURE SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
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 a. The FB 7000 is factory configured to operate from either 120 or 240
VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power. Check the model number of your unit to verify
the voltage. If the unit is configured for 240 VAC, an “E2" will be printed
on the name plate.
b. The power filters and conditions AC power. However, for noisy power
lines, external conditioning may be required. Contact your Customer
Support center for more information.
c. The AC power should be supplied by a “clean” primary line, directly
from the power panel. This line should not supply any other equipment,
including the feeding unit, and should be supplied with a minimum 10
amp breaker.
d. To connect power to the controller, install a 3-wire, minimum of a 14
AWG power line to the 3-pin terminal block connector. (See Fig. 3-4)
e. Fuse: .5 AMP, 250 VAC Slow-Blow 3AG, located behind J6 on the
power relay printed circuit board.

Fig. 3-4 Power Wiring Diagram

f. Power Input J6
J6 - 1 Neu (Low)
J6 - 2 Hot (HI)
J6 - 3 (Ground)

3. Remote Functions Wiring

a. Some functions are level conditions and some are activated by

momentary grounding. Both use the remote functions ground found on
pin 9.

b. Wire Size:
22 AWG Min. to 12 AWG Max. Shielded
(Requires Optional Mating Connector)

c. Momentary Functions require 100 mSEC or greater contact to ground

for proper activation. Use remote functions ground only for activating
remote functions.
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 CAUTION: REMOTE FUNCTIONS ARE NOT ISOLATED. DO NOT BUNDLE
WIRING FROM REMOTE FUNCTIONS WITH POWER CABLE, RELAY CABLE OR
WITH ANY OTHER HIGH ENERGY CABLES. USE SHIELDED CABLE ONLY. TO
DO SO MAY RESULT IN UNSTABLE PERFORMANCE.

3.3.2 Load Cell/Point Connections (J1)

1. The unit is capable of powering a maximum of four 350 ohm load .

cells/points. If more than four load cells/points are used, an external power
supply is required. Figures 3 - 4 , Load cell/point connections (J1) shows
how to connect a full six-wire hookup, a four-wire hookup, and an external
excitation supply. Load cell/point cables are connected to J1 through a
furnished mating plug, P1.

Note: Contact your Customer Support Center for installation information when using
an external power supply.

2. In order to ensure a “clean” signal from the load cells/points, the following
precautions should be taken:

a. Load cell/point cables MUST be run separate from all other cables
and in their own conduit. Load cell/point cable shield should be attached
to ground screw on rear panel only.

b. Six-wire, shielded load cell/point cable should be used for lengths of

50 feet or more, or if intrinsic safety barriers are used.

c. Avoid load cell/point cable splices. If cables are longer than needed,
coil up and tape excess cable. If cables are short, use an appropriate
junction box. When terminal lugs are installed on load cell/point cables,
Fairbanks Scales recommends the lug be crimped and soldered.

3. Load Cell Connections (J1) (See Fig. 3-4)

a. Attach load cell cable shield under screw near J1 on back of weight
controller.
b. Factory installed jumpers to remain in place for 4 wire load cell
connection.
c. Do not run load cell cable in parallel with or in same conduit with
power wiring, relay cables or any other high energy cables.
d. Eight (8) conductor load cell cable required when:
• Cable runs greater than 50 feet.
• With Soft Calibration.

5. Load Cell Connections (J1)

a. Attach load cell cable shield under screw near J1 on back of weight
controller.
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 b. Factory installed jumpers to be removed for 6 wire load cell
connection.
c. Do not run load cell cable in parallel with or in same conduit with
power wiring, relay cables or any other high energy cables.

Note: Contact your local Customer Support Center for installation information when
using an external power supply.

Note: Record all load cell serial numbers and location on the label located on the
inside cover of the junction box.

3.4 Output Option Board Installation Procedures

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE IS PRESENT WITHIN THE ENCLOSURE OF THE

INSTRUMENT AND PRESENTS A RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. ALWAYS
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD BEFORE OPENING AND SERVICING THE
INSTRUMENT.

CAUTION: INSTALLATION AND SERVICING OF THIS UNIT SHOULD BE

PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED AND QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
FOLLOW ALL ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PROCEDURES WHEN
OPENING THE INSTRUMENT.

1. Disconnect the power cord.

2. Detach all interconnect cabling.
3. Use a phillips screw driver and remove the four (4) pan head machine
screws that fasten the rear panel to the extrusion.
4. Gently pull out the rear panel with the printed circuit boards attached. The
main board is in clear view
5. The Option Board is furnished with four mounting screws to secure it to the
main board. The main board has pre-mounted standoffs which accept any of
the Option Boards. (See Fig. 3-5)

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 Option
Cover

Fig. 3-5 Option Label Cover

Note: Pin number 1 will always be on the left side of the unit (when facing the rear
panel) except for the parallel BCD board.

6. Position the Option Board over the standoffs and carefully align the mating
connector pins of the Option Board with the appropriate socket position, J4 or
J5, on the main board. Make sure that the connector pins are guided straight
into the socket.
7. Push down on the option board to seat the option connector pins into the
socket on the main board. Visually verify that all of the pins have been properly
seated into the mating connector.
8. With the option board resting on top of the four (4) stand offs fastened to the
main board, install the four (4) screws, lock washers and flat washers.
9. Gently slide the rear panel back into the extrusion
10. Replace the four (4) pan head machine screws that fasten the rear panel to
the extrusion.
11. Connect the power cord.

3.4.1 Options Cabling and Interconnect

a. This option has one output connector and uses pins 1 and 2 for + and
- voltage outputs and pins 5 and 6 for - and + current outputs.
b. One current and voltage range is selected by configuring the two
jumpers on jumper block “W” of the analog board.

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 0535-0406- REV- ANALOG OUT PWA CR1

C17
-
+
1 25
2 26

CR3
CR4
R20

R21
TP2
+

C18
P1 ISO
U7 GND

R2
U5

U2
C1

C11
+ C E

R1
C20 VR2 VR4 Q3
VR3
C13 C16

R3
O I 6

RN2
TP1 C21 C24 C25
C2
C7 R7

Q2
C9 G
R8
RN1

C22 C23

U3
D
R9

C14
W
C5

R6
1
R10
2

R17
R18
Q1

C15
C3 R11 3
S D 4
U4

CR2
D
U1 C8 U9 R12
C6 U10
R13 C26
R14
U6 1
R15 J1
C19 R16 R19
C4 S/N U8 R4 R5

Fig. 3-6 Analog Output Board

c. Both current and voltage outputs are available simultaneously.

d. For Jumper Configurations See Chapter 4, Section 4.2.
e. Wire Size:
22 AWG Min. To 12 AWG Max
f. -B1 Option Connector Wiring:
J1-1 V+
J1-2 V-
J1-3 No Connection
J1-4 No Connection
J1-5 I-
J1-6 i+

1. Profibus Interface Option

a. Refer to Profibus Interface Option Manual for the FB 7000 Installation

and Operation details.
b. Connector Cable Wiring:

Top Row Right to Left

J1-1 Ground (outer braided shield)
J1-2 No Connection
J1-3 Transmit (1/2 of twisted pair)
J1-4 No Connection
J1-5 No Connection

Bottom Row Right to Left

J1-6 No Connection
J1-7 No Connection
J1-8 Receive (1/2 of twisted pair)
J1-9 No Connection

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 Fig. 3-7 Standoff Assembly

3.4.2 Profibus Interface Card Option Wiring Diagram

• See the Profibus Interface Option, Card Operation and Installation Manual
50730 for complete instructions.

3.5 Installation of the Secure Memory Module

Fig. 3-8 Secure Memory Module

1. Make sure that the module has the notch facing up. (See Fig. 3 - 9)
2. Slide the module with the notch up into the module housing.
3. Press the module in until it stops.
4. To remove the module pull the module straight out of the housing.
(See Fig. 3 - 9)

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 Fig. 3-9 Installing and Removing the Secure Memory Module

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CHAPTER 4 - SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

4.0 SCOPE
Chapter Four consists of all the procedures for configuring the FB 7000 Weight
Controller. System Configuration includes only hardware adjustments such as Jumper
and Dip Switch settings. We recommend that maintenance personnel be familiar with
this chapter before configuring the weight controller. Alternative configuration
procedures are not recommended.

4.1 Analog Output Option Card Configuration Procedures

4.1.1 About the Analog Output Card Option

The analog transmitter outputs to a receiving device (PLC, Computer etc.). The
transmitter outputs a user selectable Gross, or Net Weight as 0-5V, 0-10V, 0-20mA, or
4-20mA (via the front panel you can reverse the voltage and current ranges, See
Chapter 5 for procedures). When configuring the Analog Output Card, both the
receiver and the FB 7000 must be in the same mode (e.g. Gross or Net Weight).
The analog card can also span the voltage or milliamp ranges over a portion of the
weight data. The outputs are electrically and optically isolated from the main board.
The Analog Output Card is adjusted at the factory. (See Chapter 5, for Setup
Instructions)

4.1.2 Setting the Jumpers

1. Disassembling the rear panel and setting jumpers.

a. Repeat procedures in Section 4.1.1, para. 1, subparagraphs a & b.
(See Fig. 4-2)
b. Set the jumper that matches the system's feedback voltage or current
configuration. (See Table 4-1)
2. Jumper Configuration Chart

JUMPER CONFIGURATION CHART

CURRENT/VOLTAGE Jumper
0-20 mA/ 0-5V W1 & W3
0-20mA/0-10V W1 & W4
4-20mA/0-5V (Factory Default) W2 & W3
4-20mA/0-10V W2 & W4

Table 4-1 Analog Output Jumper Settings

Note: W2 & W3 are factory default settings.

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 3. Reassembling Rear Panel
a. Gently slide the rear panel back into the extrusion.
b. Replace the four (4) pan head machine screws that fasten the rear
panel to the extrusion.
c. Connect the power cord.

4. Front Panel Setup Procedures. (See Chapter 5, for instructions) To

complete the Analog Option Card installation, you must complete the Setup
procedures before operating the system.

5. Analog Card Adjustment

Slight adjustments may be necessary to insure that the display on your

Programmable Logic Controller reads precisely with the display on your weight
controller. Use the procedure below which corresponds to the input card in your
PLC.

• Make sure the Analog Option card is programmed correctly prior to

performing any adjustments.

6. Voltage
a. If 0 volts represents other than empty put weight on your load cells
equal to your 0 volt selection.
b. Otherwise, with the hopper empty adjust R4 for the correct reading
c. Put weight on your load cells equal to your 10 volt selection. Adjust
R16 for the correct reading.

7. Current
a. Put weight on your load cells equal to your 4 ma selection, if 4 ma
represents other than empty. Adjust R19 for the correct reading.
b. Put weight on your load cells equal to your 20 ma selection. Adjust
R5 for the correct reading.
0535-0406- REV- ANALOG OUT PWA CR1
C17

-
+
1 25
CR3
CR4

2 26
R20

R21

TP2
+ ISO
C18

P1
U7 GND
R2

U5
U2

C1
C11

+ C E
R1

C20 VR2 VR4 Q3

VR3
C13 C16
R3

O I 6
RN2

TP1 C21 C24 C25

C2
C7 R7
Q2

C9 G
R8
RN1

C22 C23
U3

D
R9
C14

W
C5
R6

1
R10
2
R17
R18

Q1
C15

C3 R11 3
S D 4
U4

CR2

D
U1 C8 U9 R12
C6 U10
R13 C26
R14
U6 1
R15 J1
C19 R16 R19
C4 S/N U8 R4 R5

Voltage Span
Voltage Zero

Current Span Current Zero

Fig. 4-1 Analog Output Board
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4.2 Auto Zero Tolerancing Configuration Procedures

4.2.1 About Auto Zero Tolerancing

When the Auto Zero Tolerance is enabled, any weight within the entered tolerance of
zero and not in motion, will cause the display to automatically read zero.

1. Dip Switch Location (See Fig. 4-4)

Fig. 4-2 Auto Zero Dip Switch Setting

2. Dip Switch Setting

a. To enable the Auto Zero Tolerancing, set dip switch #8 to ON.

b. To disable the Auto Zero Tolerancing, set dip switch #8 to OFF.

4.3 Configuring Lock S3-7

1. When the switch is ON, the Tare, Mode, Zero, and lb/kg keys are locked out
or not available.

2. When the switch is OFF, Tare, Mode, Zero, and lb/kg keys are available.

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4.4 Configuring the Power Board Dip Switches S2 (See Fig. 4-3)

Fig. 4-3 Power Board Dip Switch Location

1. S2-3 - When the switch is ON, the instrument is in the NBS mode of
operation. Resolution is limited to 1:10,000 counts. When the switch is OFF,
the resolution is 1:985,000.

2. S2-4 - This switch must toggled (position changed) to enter NBS calibration
from the front panel CAL button.

3. S2-7 - is not used.

4. S2-8 - is used for resetting Calibration & Configuration to the Factory

Defaults

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CHAPTER 5 - SETUP

5.0 SCOPE
All information contained in Chapter 5 pertains to firmware settings to prepare the
controller for calibration and operation. Alternatives to these procedures explicit or
implied, contained in this section are not recommended. It is very important that the
user and service personnel be familiar with the procedures contained in this chapter,
before going through the setup procedures.

5.1 Keypad Functions (See Fig. 5-1)

Fairbanks FB 7000
Scales

8.8.8.8.8.8

Fig. 5-1 Front Panel

5.1.1 Zero
1. Used in Gross mode to zero the display to within the tolerance level.

2. This function can be used as many times as desired as long as the total
does not exceed the value entered as the zero tolerance.

3. The zero key is also used to exit a menu after entering number(s) without
changing the original number. For example - when entering a Span value (18),
the user decides that the original number (15) is OK. By pressing the Zero Key
you can exit the menu without changing the original number (15), even though
you have typed new numbers and they appear on the display.

5.1.2 Mode
1. In standard controllers, the mode key toggles between gross and net
weight.

5.1.3 Tare
1. The Tare button captures the current Gross weight at the instant the Tare
button is pressed and places it in the tare register setting the Tare Value. The
tare value is the difference between the Net (e.g. Vessel weight) and Gross
weight (e.g. vessel weight + material weight). You can also type in the Tare
Value by using the 1/Tare Val key.
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 2. The Tare function can also be actuated by activating the appropriate remote
function pin. See Remote Function Configuration in Chapter 4.

5.1.4 -/Test/Clr
1. The Test/Clr function Initiates one of the selected tests
• Self Test - "SLFTST" on the display.

2. This (-) key is used to enter a minus sign (-) for a negative number. This
function can be used only when the display reads the number 0.

3. The clear "CLR" function is operable when the controller is a menu requiring
a numeric input.
• Use this key to clear the display before entering a new value.

5.1.5 1/Tare Val

1. This function displays the current Tare value stored in the Tare Register.
(See paragraph 5.1.3)

2. This function allows the user, after pressing the "Clr" button, to enter a Tare
Value using the numeric keys. To exit the Tare Val menu press the Zero button.

3. The key also enters the digit "1".

5.1.6 3/Lb Kg

1. Toggles between read pounds (Lb.) or kilograms (Kg.).

2. The key also enters the digit "3"

5.1.7 4/

1. This key moves forward through a menu, step by step and will wrap to the
beginning of the menu.

2. The key also enters the digit "4"

3. Resumes the Self Test

5.1.8 5/

1. Moves the decimal point position to the left when in Calibration Mode.

2. Selects user selectable formats in the optional BCD menus.

3. The key also enters the digit "5".

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 5.1.9 8/Cal

1. This key opens the Calibration set up menu.

2. The key also enters the digit "8".

5.1.10 9/

1. This key moves backward through a menu, step by step and will wrap to the
beginning of the menu.

2. Selects user selectable formats in the Serial and optional BCD menus.

3. Pauses the Self-Tests.

4. The key also enters the digit "9".

5.1.11 0/Exit

1. This key Exits a menu/sub-menu back to the normal operating mode when
text is on the screen

Note: The zero key is used to exit a menu when numbers are entered (See Paragraph
5.1.1).

2. The key also enters the digit "0".

5.1.12 Enter

1. When changing numerical values in a sub-menu, this key accepts or rejects

the value.

2. When a value is accepted a "GOOD" message will appear on the display

and step forward to the next item on the menu.

2. When a value is rejected an "ERR" message will appear on the display, and
will display the entered value allowing the user to change the value. For a list
of error messages see Chapter 7, Troubleshooting.

5.3 Analog Output Setup Procedures (Option)

5.3.1 About Analog Output (See Chapter 4, Section 4.2 for Configuration Procedures)

The analog output option allows the user not only to output gross, net as 0-5V, 0-10V,
0-20 mA or 4-20 mA (or the reverse of these via the front panel), but makes it possible
to span these ranges over a portion of the weight data. A full analog output is
obtained over the range desired. Resolution of the analog out is 16,000 counts, or the
number of display counts available in the range selected, whichever is less. All of this
is accomplished via the front panel. Two analog option boards may be installed in
each unit.

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 5.3.2 Analog Output Menu Setup Procedures

1. Press the 7/Option button.

2. Press the up arrow m until Analog Output 1 ANAOUT1 is displayed.
3. Press the Enter button. ANLO appears.
4. Press Enter button.
5. Press -/Test/Clr button to clear the entry.
6. Use the numerical keypad to enter the value desired. (Enter (-) for loss-in-
weight systems.)
7. The value displayed will equal 4 milliamps, 0 milliamps, or 0 volts, depending
on which output and configuration is used.
8. Press the Enter button. A GOOD will momentarily appear and AN HI
appears.
9. Press the Enter button.
10. Press -/Test/Clr button to clear the entry.
11. Use the numerical key pad to enter the numerical value desired. (Enter (-)
for loss-in-weight systems.)
12. The value displayed will equal 20 milliamps, 10 volts, or 5 volts, depending
on which output and configuration is used.
13. Set mode by pressing MODE button until cursor is flashing under desired
option. Select from total, gross or net. The default is gross.
14. Press the Enter button. AN - LO re-appears.
15. Press the Exit button. ANOUT re-appears.
16. Press Exit button again to return to the weight display.

Note: Display may show an option other than "ANAOUT", depending upon the option
boards installed.

Note: Previously set numerical value will be displayed. "0" is the default.

Note: Display momentarily flashes good if value is a valid entry.

5.4 Set Up for Profibus Interface Card Option

• See the Profibus Interface Option, Card Operation and Installation Manual 50730 for
complete instructions.

5.5 Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Option

• See the Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Installation and Operation Manual 50729 for
complete instructions.

CHAPTER 6 - CALIBRATION

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6.0 SCOPE
Chapter 6 pertains to the calibration procedures for the FB 7000 weight controller.
Alternatives to any procedures implied or explicitly contained in this chapter are not
recommended. In order for the weight controller to work properly, it must be calibrated
prior to operation. All calibration should be done in the Gross mode. It is . .
recommended that the instrument be re-calibrated periodically or when not in use for
extended periods of time. Be sure to follow all the procedures completely to insure
that the weights read by the controller are accurate. It is very important that the user
and service personnel be familiar with the procedures contained in this chapter, before
installing or operating the FB 7000 weight controller.

6.1 Pre-Calibration Procedures

6.1.1 Mechanical Check Procedures

1. Check to determine if the load cells have been installed properly.

a. Refer to your load cell I&M manual for proper installation instructions.
b. On some single and double ended shear beam load cells there is an
arrow ( ) that indicates the direction of the applied load. If the arrow is
pointing in the wrong direction, change the position of the load cell so
that it is mounted in the direction of the applied load.

2. Check for Binding on the Load Cell or other parts of the system.

CAUTION: BINDING ON A SCALE/VESSEL OR LOAD CELL DOES NOT ALLOW

THE LOAD CELL FREE VERTICAL MOVEMENT AND MAY PREVENT THE
INSTRUMENT FROM RETURNING TO THE ORIGINAL ZERO REFERENCE POINT.

a. A load cell must be mounted in such a way that 100% of the load
(Vessel w/Contents) is vertically passed through a load cell.
(See Fig. 6-1)
b. Check to see that nothing is binding the load cell. This means that
nothing is draped across the scale/vessel or the load cell, such as a
hose, electrical cord, tubes, or other objects.
c. Check to see that nothing is coming in contact with the scale/vessel
other than service wires and piping that have been properly mounted with
flexible connectors.

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 Direction of
the applied
load

Vessel

Fig. 6-1 Properly Installed Load Cell w/no Bending

6.1.2 Electrical Check Procedures

1. Check to see that there is power to the controller.

a. If there is power to the controller The front panel display should be lit.
b. If the display appears with a value the unit is ready for calibration.

2. Typical Load Cell/Point Input/Output Measurements (EXC & SIG Outputs)

a. The FB 7000 is designed to supply 5 vdc excitation to as many as
four 350 ohm load cells/points.
b. The expected output from each load cell/point depends on the mV/V
rating of the load cell/point and weight.
c. For example, a 2 mV/V load cell/point will respond with a maximum of
10 mVDC at full weight capacity of the system which includes the weight
of the vessel and the weight of the product as measured by the load
cell/point.
d. If the load cell/point weight capacity is rated at 1000 pounds, the load
cell/point output will be 10 mVdc at 1000 pounds, 7.5 mVdc at 750
pounds, 5 mVdc at 500 pounds and so on.
e. A zero reference point will vary from system to system depending on
the "Dead Load" of the vessel. "Dead Load" is the weight of the vessel
and appurtenances only, with no product loaded. In our example we will
assume the dead load to be 500 lbs. (See Fig. 6-2)

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 10
MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY
9

MILLIVOLTS DC
6

5
DEAD LOAD 500#
ZERO REFERENCE POINT
4

250 500 750 1000

WEIGHT IN POUNDS
Fig. 6-2 Millivolts/Weight Scale

f. Based on the example, the operating range for this scale is 5-10 mVdc
with a 500 pound weight range. Understand that after zeroing the
instrument, the 0 reading on the instrument refers to the zero reference
point and not absolute 0 mVdc or absolute 0 weight.

Note: Load cell/point measurements are checked with a digital volt meter at the
summing junction box or the J1 connector on the rear panel of the FB 7000.

3. Allow the controller to warm up for about 15 minutes before doing the
calibration procedures.

6.1.3 Fourteen Segment Display

The display is a six-digit, fourteen segment display with selectable decimal placement.
The display can show positive values up to 999999 and negative values down to -
99999. The LED display shows operational status messages as well as actual
numeric values. (See Figs. 6-3)

Fairbanks
Scales FB 7000

8.8.8.8.8.8

Fig. 6-3 Front Panel Display with Numbers

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 6.1.4 Status Indicator
Fairbanks
Scales FB 7000

8.8.8.8.8.8

Fig. 6-4 Front Panel Status LEDS Displayed

DISPLAY MEANING
CTR ZERO Indicates when the sensed weight is within 1/4 of a
display grad of calibrated zero.

MOTION Indicates when the variation in consecutive weight

readings exceeds the calibrated motion tolerance.

ZERO TRACK Indicates when the zero track function is activated.

Zero track is toggled on or off by the 0 Trk dipswitch
(S3) on the rear panel.

GROSS/NET/ Indicates the mode of the measured value on the

display. All calibration should be done in Gross
mode.

Lb/Kg Indicates U.S. or metric unit-of-measure of the weight

parameter on the display.

6.1.5 Load Check

1. Place a load (weight) on the scale or vessel.

2. Check to see if the weight reading changes on the display in the proper
direction.
• e.g. if the display reads 100 pounds and a 20 pound load is placed on
the vessel or scale, the display should read 120 or some value over 100.
• If the display reads 80 pounds and a 20 pound load is placed on the
vessel or scaled, the reading is going in the wrong direction and
indicates some problem with the system. (See the Chapter 8, .
Troubleshooting for corrective action.)

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 •If the display is reading improperly or shows no change there is
something wrong either with the setup or configuration.

3. If the display changes in the proper direction, remove the weight and
proceed to calibrate the controller.

6.2 Calibration Setup Procedures

6.2.1 The Calibration Menu

Note: When calibrating the instrument for the first time, go from one sub-menu to the
next in sequence. If you want to change one of the sub-menus, continue to press the
Up Arrowm button until you reach the sub-menu you want to change.

Note: After entering a value in each sub-menu the display will flash a GOOD if the
value is accepted. If the value is not accepted the display will flash an ERR #
statement.

1. Make sure the controller is in Gross Mode.

2. Press the Cal button. Security Code (SEC CD) is displayed.
3. Press the Enter button. A flashing zero (0) appears.
4. Enter the security code number (5321).
5. Press Enter. The word UNIT appears. Note the three leds (Zero Track,
Motion, and CTR Zero) start to flash on the left side of the status display.

6.2.2 Setting the Unit of Measure. (UNIT)

1. Setting the Unit of Measure. Pounds (Lb) or Kilograms (Gr).

a. Press the Enter button. LB appears.
b. To select pounds (LB) press the enter button.
c. To select kilograms, press either the up or down arrow button until GR
is displayed. Press the enter button.
d. The unit of measure is selected and will be the basis for all set points.
e. "DECPNT" appears on the display.

Note: The displayed unit of measure can be changed during normal operation.
However, all internal calculations use the unit of measure selected during calibration.

6.2.3 Setting the Standard Decimal Point (DECPNT)

1. Press the Enter button. Six number eights (88888.8) are displayed.

2. To select the decimal point location, push the left arrow (b) until the decimal
point is in the correct position. The decimal point will wrap from left to right.

Note: There is no right arrow ( ).

3. Press the Enter button to accept the decimal location.

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 6.2.4 Setting the Motion Tolerance Value (MOTION)

1. The motion tolerance is the tolerance value used to determine if the scale is
in motion.

2. The controller displays the MOTION LED whenever a change in the

displayed (averaged) reading is outside the value entered.

3. Default value is 3 units of measure.

4. Press the -/Test/Clr button to clear the current value.

5. Use the numeric keys to type in the new tolerance value.

6. Press the Enter button, the Graduation Size GRAD appears on the display.

6.2.5 Setting the Graduation Size (GRAD)

1. The graduation size is the minimum increment computed and displayed by

the instrument.

2. Press the Enter button. The graduation size 20 appears on the display with
the zero (0) flashing.

3. There are 9 acceptable graduation sizes to choose from:

1 50
2 100
5 200
10 500
20

4. To select one of the sizes, use the up arrow or down arrow keys to scroll
through the selections.

5. The graduation size is recalculated each time the instrument is calibrated for
span.

6. Press Enter to accept the selection. The Zero Tolerance (OTOL) sub-menu
appears on the display.

6.2.6 Setting the Zero Tolerance (0 TOL)

1. This value is the zero tracking window.

2. The default zero tolerance is 10 units of measure (10 is displayed). The

maximum Zero Tolerance number that can be entered is 32766.

3. Press the Enter button. The default display will appear (10) or the previous
set value (10).
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 4. Press the -/Test/Clr button to clear the current value

5. Use the numeric keys to enter the new value.

6. Press the Enter button to accept the new value. Zero Tolerance sub- menu
(O TOT) appears on the display.

6.2.7 Setting The Auto Zero Tolerance (A0 TOT)

1. When the Auto Zero Tolerance (0 TOT) is enabled, (Set Dip Switch #8, See
Chapter 4, Section 4.5) any weight within the entered tolerance of zero and not
in motion, will cause the display to automatically read zero.

2. The default auto zero tolerance is 10 units of measure. The maximum Auto
Zero Tolerance number that can be entered is 32766.

3. Press the Enter button. The default display will appear (10) or the previous
set value.

4. Press the -/Test/Clr button to clear the current value.

5. Use the numeric keys to enter the new value.

6. Press the Enter button to accept the new value.

7. If the value does not exceed the maximum zero tolerance value or is not a
negative value, the screen will accept the new value.

8. If the value exceeds the maximum zero tolerance value or is a negative

number, an ERR 15 is displayed. You need to change the value to meet the
requirements in step "7". Go to step 4 and repeat steps 4, 5 & 6 to enter new
values until the value meets the requirements in Step 7.

9. Press the Enter button to accept the new value. "AVRAGE" sub- menu
appears.

Note: Weight can accumulate up to the value entered for the Auto Zero Tolerance
and the instrument will automatically display a 0.

6.2.8 Setting the Number of Readings Averaged (AVRAGE)

1. This sets the number of weight readings which will be used to compute the
displayed weight.

2. The average is a sliding average so that a new average is available for

display at every reading.

3. The default number of readings per average is 100.

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 4. Press the Enter button.

5. Use the numeric keys to enter the new value. The value range is 1 to 200.

6. If you enter a number greater than 200 or a negative number, the ERR 3
statement will appear. You need to enter a number between 1 and 200. Press
the -/Test/Clr button. Enter a new number.

7. Press the Enter button. The Scale Capacity (SC CAP) sub-menu appears.

6.2.9 Setting the Scale Capacity (SC CAP)

1. This value is the nominal operating capacity of the scale.

2. The value you set should be the smaller value between the capacity of the
vessel (volume in gallons or Liters converted to weight in Lbs or Kgs) and the
combined weight capacity of the load cells (Lbs or Kgs).
For example:
A vessel's capacity in volume is 2,000 gallons, in this case water. (One gallon
of water weighs approximately 8.54 lbs.) The weight will be 17,080 lbs. The
combined live load capacity of the load cells is 20,000 lbs. Select the lesser of
the two values which in our example is 17,080 lbs. Enter 17,080.

3. Press the Enter button. The WAVERSAVER® (WVRSVR) sub- menu

appears.

6.2.10 WAVERSAVER® (WVRSVR)

1. Press the Enter button.

2. A value appears. The Default setting is 4.

3. There are 5 selectable levels.

• 1 provides the least vibration immunity with the fastest response time.
• 5 provides the most vibration immunity with the slowest response time.

4. Press the up arrow m to select the setting (1-5).

5. Press Enter to accept the value. The Calibration (CAL) sub- menu appears.

6.2.11 This ends the Calibration Setup Process

6.2.12 Calibration Procedure

1. Selecting the Hard Calibration Sub-Menu

a. From the Weight Display, Press the 8/Cal button. The Security Code
(SEC CD) displays.
b. Press the Enter Button. A flashing zero (0) appears.
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 c. Enter the security code number (5321), then press the Enter button.
The Unit of Measure UNIT Sub-menu appears.
d. Press the up or down arrows mo until the CALSub-Menu appears.
e. Calibration requires a zero point and the physical placement of test
weights on the scale.
f. Press the Enter button. The ZERO sub-menu appears.

2. Setting the Zero Calibration Value

a. Remove all weight "live load" from the scale.
b. Press the Enter button. A dash "--" appears.
c. Press the -/Test/Clr button. A "0" appears.
d. Wait 12 seconds.
e. Press the Enter button.
f. Either a GOOD or ERR# appears.
g. If an ERR number appears go to Chapter 8, Troubleshooting for more
information.
h. If a GOOD appears the Span (SPAN) display appears.

3. Setting the Span Calibration Value

a. Place a certified test weight on the scale.
b. Press the Enter button.
c. Press the /Test/Clr button. The previous span value appears.
d. Press the /Test/Clr button. A "0" appears.
e. Use the numeric keys to enter the value of the test weight. (If a 50 lb
weight is used , enter 50).

Note: Ideally the test weight used for the dead load should be the typical weight that
will be measured in the application.

f. Wait 12 seconds.
g. Press the Enter button to set the span. The Linear Correction
(LINCOR) Sub-Menu appears.

4. Setting the Linear Correction Value

Note: Linear correction is normally not required. To bypass linear correction press the
Enter button two times.

a. Test for non-linearity by placing a test weight on the scale.

b. If your scale range is 0-100 pounds, add a 10 pound weight to the
scale.
c. Write down the actual weight and the weight on the display. If the
actual weight is 10 pounds and the display reads 10.2 pounds write both
values down.
d. Add another 10 pound weight.
e. Write down the actual weight (20 lbs) and the weight on the display
20.4 pounds.
f. Continue this process until the weights added equal 100 pounds.
g. Remove the weights until you reach the weight with the largest
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 difference between actual and displayed weight. (e.g. 30 pounds actual
30.8 displayed, discrepancy .8 pounds). This is the weight used to set
the linear correction value.
h. Use the numeric keys and enter the test weight value that displayed
the largest discrepancy, in this example 30 pounds. Do not add the
displayed weight value 30.8.
i. Press the Enter button to set the value. The RETURN display
appears.

5. The Return (RETURN) Display

a. The RETURN Display allows the user to change any setting(s)
entered in the Calibration Sub-Menu.
b. Push the up arrow m which takes you back to the Zero Sub- Menu.
c. Press the up arrow until you reach the sub-menu you want to change
and press enter.
d. Follow the procedures for each Sub-Menu you want to change.
e. If you want to accept the Hard Calibration parameters entered, press
the Enter button. The End Calibration END CAL message is displayed.
f. Press the Enter button. This seals all calibration settings and exits the
Calibration Menu.

6. Checking for Mechanical Problems

a. Place a test weight on the scale.
b. Check the displayed weight value.
c. Remove the test weight from the scale.
• If the displayed value is zero (0) the hard calibration is complete.
• If some value other than zero (0) is displayed, check for mechanical
problems, most likely binding in the system. (See Chapter 8, flow
chart h for details) Correct the problems and perform the Hard
Calibration Process again.

Note: To correct mistakes during calibration, or to return to a previous calibration

parameter, press the down arrowo to bypass parameters, press the up arrow.

6.2.13 Calibration Self Test Procedures (Traditional Method Using Test Weights)

1. Perform the Hard Calibration Self Test

a. Press the -/Test/Clr button. The Self Test SLFTST Sub- Menu
appears.
b. Write down all the Hard Calibration self test parameters on the Self-
Test, Calibration Results form. (See Appendix A)
Please photocopy as many copies of the form(s) as you need.
c. Press the down arrow o button to pause the test.
d. To review the test results, Slot 1 for example. Press the down arrow o
to pause the Self Test. Press the up arrow m one time and the value for
Slot 1 appears for example "none". Write "none" down in the results
column for Slot 1 on the Self Test - Calibration form. The user can
continue to push the up arrow to review more results, or let the controller
resume the self test until the tests are completed.
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 e. There is one test which is Pass/Fail. The RAM test. If the controller
fails either one of these tests, contact your local representative or
Customer Support Center.

6.3.2 Quick Calibration Procedures (Traditional Calibration using Test Weights)

1. The quick calibration should be used when the controller has already been
properly calibrated and when the system is determined to be out of
specification, or periodic scheduled calibration.
2. The procedures must be done in the Gross Mode.
3. The procedures calibrate the zero and span functions only.
4. From the CAL Sub-Menu, press the Enter button.
5. The Zero sub-menu ZERO appears.
6. Press the Enter button. A dash "- - -" appears.
7. Remove all live load from the scale so that the load cell input is at its lowest
reading.
• Press the -/Tst/Clr button. An "0" appears.
8. Wait 12 seconds.
9. Press the Enter button.
10. Press the -/Tst/Clr button to clear any displayed value.
• Press the Enter button.
11. The Zero is set and the Span sub-menu SPAN appears.
12. Place a test weight (preferably a weight equal to 80% to 100% of the
range of the scale) on the scale to bring the load cell input to full range.
13. Wait 12 seconds.
14. Press the Enter button. A dash "- - -" appears.
15. Press the -/Tst/Clr button to clear any displayed value.
16. Use the numeric keys to enter the test weight.
17. Press the Enter button to set the span value. The LINCOR sub- menu
appears.
18. Remove the weight from the scale.
19. Press the up arrow. The RETURN display appears.
20. Press the Enter button. The ENDCAL display appears.
21. Press the Enter button to exit the Calibration menu.

6.4 Procedures to Restore Calibration Parameters

1. Before Clearing Memory.

a. If the parameters for the controller are on the Self Test - Calibration
Form enter the values from the form.
b. If the user does not have the parameters from Self Test - Calibration
Form handy, go through the Self Test again and write down the
parameters.

CAUTION: IF CONTROLLER MEMORY IS CLEARED , ALL OPERATING

SETTINGS ARE RETURNED TO THE ORIGINAL FACTORY DEFAULT
PARAMETERS. ALL CALIBRATION, AND OPTION PARAMETERS SHOULD BE
RECORDED BEFORE CLEARING MEMORY OR THE CONTROLLER WILL HAVE
TO BE RE-CALIBRATED.
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 2. Clear Controller Memory
a. First, Contact your Customer Support Department for instructions to
clear controller memory.
b. Re-enter the original Option parameters on the Self Test - Calibration
form.
c. Re-enter the Calibration parameters.
• From the CAL menu press the Enter button.
• The Zero Count sub-menu ZR CNT appears.
• Press the Enter button.
• Enter the ZR CNT self test parameter from the Self Test -
Calibration form.
• Press the Enter button. The Span Sub-Menu SPAN appears.
• Press the Enter button.
• Enter the SPAN self test parameter from the Self Test - Calibration
form.
• Press the Enter button. The Full Scale Count FS CNT Sub-Menu
appears.
• Press the Enter button.
• Enter the FS CNT self test parameter from the Self Test -
Calibration form.
• Press the Enter button. The RETURN display appears.

3. Press the Enter button to set the parameters, the END CAL display appears.

4. Press the Enter button to save the updated parameters to the SMM and
return to the weight display.

6.4.1 Restoring Calibration When Changing Decimal Points.

1. Restoring Decimal Points.

a. If you wrote down the parameters for this controller on the Self Test -
Calibration Form enter the values from the form.
b. If you didn't write down the parameters on the Self Test - Calibration
Form, get the form and write them down.
c. Check all Option and Calibration entries for the correct decimal
position.

Note: You must complete procedure "c" before moving to procedure "d" to be sure
that the decimal points in the correct position. If you don't check the decimal positions,
the calibration will be incorrect.

d. From the CAL menu press the Enter button.

e. The Zero Count Sub-Menu ZR CNT appears.
f. Press the Enter button. The current value is displayed.
g. Press -/Test/Clr button and enter the correct ZRCNT or Press the
Enter button to accept the current value. The Span Sub- Menu SPAN
Sub-Menu appears.
h. Press the Enter button. The current value is displayed.
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 i. The new decimal point will be displayed in the SPAN Sub- Menu but it
might be in the wrong place and displaying the wrong span value.
j. If the Span Value should be 2000.00 and the current display shows
200.00, add a zero (0) by pressing the 0 button. Now the value is
correct.
k. If the Span Value should be 200.00 and the current display shows
2000.00, press -/Test/Clr button and enter 200.00.
l. Press the Enter button. The Full Scale Count Sub-Menu FS CNT
appears.
m. Press the Enter button. The current value is displayed.
n. Press the -/Test/Clr button, enter the correct FSCNT then press the
Enter button or press the Enter button to accept the current value.
o. The RETURN display appears.
p. Press the Enter button. The END CAL display appears.
q. Press the Enter button. The Secured Memory Module is updated and
the system exits the Calibration Sub-Menu and returns to the weight
display.

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CHAPTER 7 - OPERATION

7.0 SCOPE
All information contained in Chapter 7 pertains to the operation of the FB 7000 weight
controller. We recommend that the process and procedures contained in this chapter, be
followed to insure that the controller gives the user maximum quality performance. It is very
important that the user be familiar with this chapter before operating the weight controller.

7.1 Description of Front Panel (See Fig. 7-1)

ZERO MODE TARE

Fairbanks
Scales
FB 7000

8.8.8.8.8.8

Fig. 7-1 Front Panel, Process weighing Function Buttons

7.1.1 Process Weighing Function Buttons

ITEM LABEL BRIEF DESCRIPTION

ZERO ZERO Sets current count as new gross zero
reference point. The ZERO button will only
zero up to the zero tolerance value entered in
the calibration menu. (See Chapter 6)

The user can zero the instrument as many

times as desired as long as the total does not
exceed the value entered as the zero
tolerance.
Exits a numeric entry in a menu without
changing the original value.

MODE MODE Standard mode

Selects Standard Net, Gross modes.

TARE TARE Captures current displayed gross weight and

places value in the tare register.

Sets display to zero in net mode.

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ITEM LABEL BRIEF DESCRIPTION

LEDs Discrete LEDs display weight controller status

Display Fourteen-segment LED display for displaying

menus, operator inputs and selected weight
displays.

7.2 Instrument Operation Overview

There is one main operating menu - Option. To enter this menu, press the proper
button. Once in a particular menu, use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll
through the choices of that menu. Some of the menus have sub-menus. To select an
item for viewing and/or changing, press the Enter button when the menu item displays;
the current value or status of the menu item is displayed.

To change values, use the numeric keypad, or press the Exit button if no changes are
made. Use the -/Test/Clr button when a value is shown on the display to clear the
display to all zeros. When clearing the display, the unit will always keep the decimal
location intact by putting zeros to the right and one zero to the left of the decimal point.

Some menu selections can be toggled using the and buttons. Pressing the arrow
buttons will display all available selections for the menu item. Whether altering a value
or not, when you are ready to stop viewing this parameter and go on to the next, press
the Enter button to accept the value or press the exit button to keep the original value.
This will save the parameter as shown on the display.

The instrument will also verify that the value entered is a logical choice. If a parameter
has been entered correctly, a GOOD will briefly appear and the display advances to
the next item in the menu. If a parameter has been entered incorrectly, an error ERR
statement appears. A list of error statements are provided in Chapter 7 - . . .
troubleshooting. After checking the error statement, correct the error.

To simply view a parameter value without changing the value, push the Enter button. If
when changing a value you decide to retain the original value, press the ZERO button
instead of the Enter button. This will save the original value and advance to the next
parameter.

7.3 Option Menus and Option Parameters

Option menus are used to set parameters for the various option boards. All option
parameters are automatically saved and updated in the Secure Memory Module. The
following sections describe menu operation. (See Fig. 7-2)

Note: Do not modify ANY Sub menus, while the serial interface or A-B RIO are
attempting to modify information.

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 OPTION MENU TREE

Analog Ouput Profibus Allen

Port 1 Bradley
RIO

Enter Rate
Station
ID
Analog Analog
LO HI
Rack Number

Quarter
Number

Fig. 7-2 Communication Menu Tree Last

Quarter

7.4 Option Boards

The option boards add capabilities beyond the standard FB 7000 instrument. They are
easily installed into the option board slot on the rear panel of the instrument.

7.4.1 General Information

Note: If your options have already been installed at the factory, move on to Set points.

The options are implemented by installation of the appropriate optional circuit board
onto the main analog/digital board in the instrument . (See Chapter 3 Section 3.4 for
installation instructions)

1. The following option boards are available for the FB 7000:

a. Analog Output board (voltage and current outputs: Net, Gross,).

(* if ordered)
b. Allen-Bradley RIO.
c. PROFIBUS Field Bus Interface.

7.5 Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Option

See the Allen-Bradley Remote I/O Installation and Operation Manual 50729 for
complete Operating Instructions.

7.6 Profibus Interface Option

See the Profibus Installation and Operation Manual 50730 for complete Operating
Instructions.

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Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting Procedures

8.0 SCOPE
Chapter Eight consists of all the procedures for troubleshooting the electrical,
mechanical and firmware elements of the FB 7000 Weight Controller in the event of a
malfunction. Included in Chapter Eight is a comprehensive flow chart to provide a road
map for troubleshooting an entire weight control system, including load cells, weight
controller and cabling.

8.1 Disassembly and Reassembly Notes and Cautions

• Always disconnect the power cord before disassembling.

• Make sure that any disassembly is done in a clean, well ventilated, properly
controlled static environment.

• Always make sure that the assemblies and sub-assemblies are well supported and
insulated when doing any repairs on the FB 7000 Weight Controller.

• Place small fasteners, connectors and electrical parts in closed containers so as not
to lose parts during reassembly.

• Read all the disassembly instructions before any disassembly begins. Be sure that
you are familiar with the procedures. If any of the instructions for disassembly are
unclear, contact your local Customer Support Center for additional information and
assistance.

• Do not disconnect any electrical plug, connector or terminal unless an identification

tag is present or one is attached. Always note where the connector or plug was
attached to the electrical component or wiring harness.

• Always install complete hardware groups (Screws, Washers, Lock Washers,

Spacers, Etc.) back to the original point of removal.

• Always replace broken or damaged modules or hardware immediately!

• Always check to be sure that no loose parts are sitting on printed circuit boards or
electrical connectors or wires when disassembling or reassembling.

• Always protect printed circuit boards from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always use
approved ESD wrist straps and anti-static pads when working on the PROFIBUS
Interface Card.

• Always perform a final inspection after completing any reassembly to be sure that all
fasteners are tight, all connectors are secure and there are no loose parts on any of
the printed circuit boards in the FB 7000.

• Always follow proper safety procedures when working on or around the FB 7000
weight controller.
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8.2 General Troubleshooting Flow Chart Index

Drifting or unstable weight readings A

Electrical, Mechanical and Configuration

reviews B

Weight indication will not return to zero E

Verify individual load sensor operation F

Error 18 G

Mechanical Inspection H

Electrical Inspection J

Load Sensor Installation K

HI Error Indication M

Blank Display N

Display Stuck on "Fairbanks" Screen O

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A1

UNSTABLE WEIGH INDICATOR

USING LOAD CELL SIMULATOR

Disconnect external signal cables and shields,

except AC power & load sensor simulator

Monitor the display for stability

YES STABLE? NO

Reconnect signal
cables one at a
time
Problem could be in the
instrument. Contact
Local Customer
Support Center
Monitor the display
for stability.

If installing any cable causes

unstable readings. GO TO
REVIEW TROUBLE-SHOOTING B
SECTION B: B1.1-B1.7

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B
Check for
Electrical Stability

OK? No
B1

Yes

Check for
Mechanical Stability

OK?
No
B2

Yes

Check Configuration
settings for
Stability

OK?
No
B3

Yes

GOTO
K

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B1 Electrical

B1.1 Physical Grounding -

All common equipment share a common ground point.
Keep the ground cable length to earth ground as short as possible.
Install a new ground rod if the cable length is excessive.

Cable -
B1.2 Cuts or breaks in the loadcell cable insulation allow moisture to wick into the cable
and loadpoints. This can setup stray capacitance charges and allow ground
currents to exist. This could create a highly intermittent situation.

Vessel, Fill and discharge piping -

B1.3 Ground all to a common point to eliminate electrical differences in
potential, and static build-up.

Loadcells -
B1.4 Ground straps must be installed to provide a direct discharge path to
ground around the loadpoints.

Cable Routing -
B1.5 Seperate high voltage sources and cables from low voltage signal cables.
Stay a minimum of 14 inches from Magnetic fields and SCR controls.
Avoid parallel high voltage and signal cable runs.

Cable Shielding -
Ground low voltage cable shields only at the controller end.
B1.6
Grounding both cable ends will produce ground currents.
Verify, with an ohm meter, the shield is only grounded at the weight controller.
Disconnect the shield at the controller and check for an open circuit between
ground and shield. Reconnect the shield to ground and confirm a proper ground
path from the Junction Box to the controller.
Verify the shield is not connect to ground at the Junction . Box
Loadcell cable shields only pass thru the Junction Boxes
and are not connected to ground at that point.

B1.7 Weight Controller Common AC ground and Chassis grounds. GOTO

B

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Mechanical Stability and Configuration Settings

Mechanical Stability
B2 Vessel -
When inspecting a vessel keep in mind, the Center of Gravity (COG) should be
low and centered equally over all the load cells. Insure the load is directly over or
under the load point to avoid side-loading. Insure there isn't any side loading from
piping or external forces.
Install flexures on all piping to insure a free floating vessel.
Stable ? No Insure the vessel and loadcell mounts are mechanically stable and fixed.
Large changes in individual Loadcells indicate a shift in COG or faulty Loadcells.

Piping and motors will effect the individual loadcell readings.

Allow for a higher reading on Loadcells that support motors and piping.

Insure pneumatic lines are not applying pressure to the vessel when energized.

Yes Use check (stay) rods to minimize vessel movement.

Insure the check rods are loose and not interacting with the vessel.
Power down all vibration, vacuum and pressurization equipment during the test
process.

B3
Configuration settings

Incorrect Waversaver settings can cause unstable weight readings

Stable ? No

Adjust to the lowest WS setting that gives you a stable reading.

Higher frequencies with low amplitude vibrations; - Use WS settings 1 or 2
Low frequency with high amplitude vibrations; - Use WS setting 3 and higher.

Incorrect number of decimal places ; Reading weight increments beyond the

equipments applications level. (see guideline caluculations below)

Yes Repeatability -
Divide the total loadcell capacity, including decimal points, by 10,000.
(expected stable weight reading).
Resolution -
Divide the total loadcell capacity, including decimal points, by 30,000.
(The amount you can expect to see, but not necessarily stable)

Return To
A
C

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Using a Multimeter Check individual Load Sensor outputs by

physically lifting the signal wires

Record Load
Sensor data for
comparison. If
stable or not.

Next At the JUNCTION BOX

loadpoint Continue checking NO move and Replace
load Sensors the load sensor(s) determined to be faulty.

Repeat for all load

Sensors YES STABLE? NO

Replace summing card

STABLE ? Re-install all load
sensors

YES TEST YES STABLE ?

COMPLETE

NO

If you are unable to isolate the instability:

Compare your results by testing the vessel when empty
and then re-testing under load.
GO TO B for additional system checks
OR
Contact Local Customer Support Center

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Scale capacity limits at empty have been

E Error 6? Yes exceeded. Check for product buildup.
The vessel must be within tolerance to
adjust this Gross zero reference point.
See box E1 for additional test suggestions.
NO

Check level and compare the milli-volt

Using a multimeter output of each individual loadpoint

Apply the weight and check to see if the

millivolt readings increase equally on all
Using a multimeter load cells.

Millivolt Level - Check load sensor

LS1? Yes
ONE

NO

Millivolt Level - Check load sensor

LS2? Yes
TWO

NO F
LS3? Millivolt Level - Check load sensor
Yes
THREE

NO

LS4? Yes Millivolt Level - Check load sensor

FOUR

No

Additional Testing Suggestion

Verify cable connections and cable integrity.
TEST COMPLETE REVIEW TROUBLE-SHOOTING SECTION
E1 F Individual loadcell Milli-volt readings
A Verify Sensor readings are stable
B Electrical and Mechanical Guidelines.

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 8.2.8 F - Verify Individual Load Cell Milli-Volt Readings

Using the load cell certificate, verify the Milli volt per volt rating
Example: 3 mV/V load cells will produce approximately 15 mV at full load.
F That is 5 volts excitation X 3 mV/V. A scale capacity of 1,000 lbs with 100 lbs
of deadload at empty the loadpoint mV reading should equal 1.5 mV.

1) No dead load.
Apply load and re-test.
Using a Multimeter 2) Wiring error.
Verify color code using the
Zero mV load cell certificate.
reading 3) Open bridge circuit.
Disconnect power and verify
Check individual loadpoint bridge resistance
Physically lift the
load sensor reading with an Ohmmeter.
signal leads to read
each load cell's output mV
output. readings.
1) Stressed load cell, remove
all load and re-test.
High mV 2) Excessive loading.
reading For additional

Check load sensor

testing go to: H
NO

Record load Negative

NEXT sensor mV mV reading K
output level for
comparison.

Repeat for all load Unstable

sensors reading A

mV
readings
Defective load cell?
acceptable?
Replace and repeat
TEST F

Yes

If you are unable to determine the

Milli-volt readings. Go to
TEST COMPLETE K Load sharing
OR
Contact Local Customer Support Center

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CAL

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 8.2.10 H - Mechanical Inspection

1) Keep flexures on the horizontal

2) Vertical flexures should be avoided
3) Do not use flexures to correct for misaligned piping
4) Do not use hose flexures to make right angle bends
5) Non-flexed piping should have an unsupported
H horizontal run using a ratio of 36 times it's diameter.
6) Pipe flexure lengths should be a ratio of 6 times it's diameter
7) Feed and discharge piping flexed
8) Are the flex joints on the correct side of the valve ?
(a) You weigh the output valve, not the input valve
(b) Does the weigh scale see all the product to be
All pipes and conduits weighed?
H1 flexible? (c) If the product applies a force to a valve or pipe, that .
pipe or valve must be included in the weigh vessel.
(d) Proper positioning of the flexures are key.
(e) Your vessel must seem to float.

Mechanically isolated 1) Floors or structure does not interact.

2) Local traffic does not interact
H2 from ladders and
3) Protected from forklifts and adjacent processing equipment
connecting structures?

1) Level, solid mounting base

Are the load cells 2) The load cell is mounted right side up.
H3 properly mounted? 3) All load cell bolts installed using anti-seize compounds.
4) Mechanically aligned to compensate for expansion and
contraction.

Are Check rods 1) Protects the load cells from overload and impact forces
2) Limits the movement of the vessel
H4 installed to dampen
vessel movement? 3) Rods must be loose and not interacting with the vessel.

1) Separate conduit for low and high voltage cables.

2) Do not bundle Low voltage with High voltage cables
Are cables routed
H5 properly?
3) Maintain at least 3 inches of seperation.
4) Maintain 14"seperation from magnetic fields and 440 vac.
5) Cables are in conduit or tied up and protected from damage.

1) Product, tools and production aids are off the vessel.

H6 Housekeeping 2)
3)
No workers are physically on the scale
Must protect equipment from environmental damage
4) Insure openings are sealed to keep water and environmental
contaminates from damaging:
To (a) Instrument cabinet or enclosure
(b) Summing card
Verify Electrical
(c) Load Cells
Go to (d) Conduit runs
J (e) covers are properly installed

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J
DO NOT POWER UP THE CONTROLLER UNTIL
INPUT VOLTAGES CAN BE VERIFIED.
1) Check the specification label attached to the weight controller
chassis. (110 vac or 220 vac?)
2) Use a meter to verify neutral, ground and Hot are proper.
Verify the proper
J1 voltage level has been
3) Computer grade power
4) Use Active filters for motor noises and spikes.
supplied.
5) Use Isolation transformers to combat surges and sags.
6) Isolated from SCR and motor control circuits
7) Use a Common earth ground.
a. Keep ground cable runs as short as possible
b. Excessive ground cable runs can act as an antenna
for AC noise
c. Install grounding straps around load cells to direct
static away from the load cell and directly to ground.
d. Install ground straps on the input and discharge
piping, and the vessel to a common earth ground.

Apply power to the 1) Verify the front display illuminates.

J2 controller only if supply 2) Completes the initialization process
voltage is correct. 3) Displays a weight reading. This weight value will not be
correct if a calibration procedures was not performed.

1) Press the MODE Button to display NET weight.

Does the scale reflect 2) Press the TARE button to ZERO the NET weight.
J3 a weight change? 3) Apply weight to the vessel
(a) Does the weight increase and decrease in the
correct direction with the weight?
(b) Does the weight return to ZERO NET?
(c) The weight value will not be correct until a proper
calibration is complete.

1) Use the load cell certificates to verify color code Input is

excitation, Output is signal.
J4 Cabling
2) Shielding
a) Grounded only at the weigh controller
b) Continuous shield connection from the Load cell cable
to the controller. Single point EMI/RFI drain.
c) Terminated, but not grounded, at the summing box.
To Verify Proper Load Cell 3) Sense lines installed?
a) Jumpers or sense lines in the J1 connector ?
Operations Go to
K 4) Using a M ultimeter verify readings.

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1) Does the mV signal increase in a positive direction.

2) If you receive a negative results, check if load cell is
mounted correctly.
K a) The arrow goes with the direction of force.
b) If there isn't an arrow, you must manually verify the
correct direction. A negative reading indicates the
load cell is upside down.
c) Load cells in tension will not reflect a negative
reading if install upside down. If upside down, only
the force applied by the cable would be included in
Load cell wiring is
K1 complete and correct?
the weight readings.
d) If you are still receiving a negative signal, verify
load cell wire color code

1) Verify a positive reading from each load cell, using a

Multimeter.
2) Record the mV reading and compare each corner for
proper load sharing.
a) Proper load sharing should see only a difference
of +/- .5 mV.
b) Larger differences due to motors and piping,
should not exceed +/- 2 mV.
Multiple load cells? c) If there isn't any motors, valves, or piping to
K2 MAP the mV reading. explain the mV difference, adjust the corners and
Balance the load balance the mV readings.
d) Use shims, or if equipped adjusting bolts on the
load cell mounting hardware.
e) Drawing a load cell map will help determine the
correct leg to adjust and in which direction.

Three load cells balance like a three legged chair.

1) Using a sprit level, verify the vessel is vertically and
horizontally correct.
2) Verify if any height change will effect the attitude of adjacent
vessels or piping.
3) Adjust each legs to dynamically match mV outputs
4) Verify the mV readings and physical level when complete.
Four load cells or more present a challenge.
1) Use a Multimeter:
Determine the sum of the load cell signals
and your target mV setting for each load cell.
2) Read the output of individual load cells.
3) Adjust the load cell with the lowest reading to dynamically
match the target mV readings obtained in step 1.
Monitor system for proper 4) Read the mV readings from each load cell to verify a proper
operation. correction.
Check out complete 5) Repeat step 3 and 4 to achieve a proper load sharing vessel.
6) Verify the mV readings and vessel level when complete.

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HI
The Load sensor output Signal has exceeded the millivolt limits set
M
in Configuration and/or the Internal factory setting.

1) Verify the signal wires are properly connected.

a. Verify load cell cable color code
(1) Load Cell Certificate.
(2) Installation manual.
(3) Cable marking strips.
b. Broken signal wires act as antenna for EMI/RFI.
c. Load cell cable shields must be grounded only at the Weight
controller to dampen EMI/RFI signals.
2) The load cell output Signal voltage has exceeded 15 mV dc
a. Use a Multimeter to verify mV levels.
(1) Verify total milli-volt signal level.
(2) Verify individual load cell milli-volt signals.
(a) An individual load cells may be over-ranged
and exhibit high milli-volt readings.
(b) Possible physical damage to the load cell.
(c) Internal Strain gauge bond broken.
(d) Moisture in the load cell cable or body.
3) Weight in the hopper exceeds the configuration Scale Capacity setting.
a. Under configuration verify the Scale Capacity setting.
b. 105% of the Scale Capacity setting will cause a HI indication.
c. This is used only as a warning and does not effect calibration.
d. Optional communication signals are unaffected by this
indication.
4) Weight in the hopper exceeds the load cell capacity
a. Mechanical forces or product acting on the scale overloads the
load cells.
b. Use a Multimeter to verify Milli-volt levels.
5) Review Mechanical and Electrical Flow charts for additional tips.B1

HI
ERROR
?
YES NO

Contact
Customer Service. Proceed with
Weighing
Process

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N Weight Indicator’’s front display is blank

Measure A.C. Power 1) Check for proper power at J6

at J6 No and the source connection.
OK? 2) Check the circuit breaker at the
source
Yes

Measure the excitation

voltage at J1. No Check the power fuse located inside
5 vdc ? the case.
OK?
Yes
Yes

Contact No
Local Customer Disconnect all the
Service Center connectors from the
back panel except
power. Replace the 1/2
amp slo-blow fuse
and apply power.
Measure the
Excitation voltage Does the fuse blows
at J1. again?
5 vdc?

Yes

1) Reconnect the jacks one

at a time checking the 5 vdc
excitation. YES
2) If reconnecting any jack No
effects the 5 vdc, check for
wiring errors.

Display OK

Monitor system for proper No Contact Customer

operation. Service
Check out complete

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8.3 System Integrity Check and Fault Determination

To determine if an instrument or cabling problem exists, verify the basic operation of

the system by performing the following system checks.

8.3.1 Self-Test
1. Self-test can be entered only from the net, gross or rate of change operating
modes.
2. To initiate self-test, press the -/Test/Clr button.
3. Press the Enter button.
4. The name of each test is displayed for about 2 seconds after which the
result is displayed for another 2 seconds. The self-test program automatically
steps through each test and continues through any failed tests until all are
completed.
5. When the self-test program has completed all tests, the instrument returns to
the keyboard test, which can be ended by pressing the 0/exit button.
6. Speed up the self-test by holding down the UP arrow key. Pause the self-
test display by pressing the down arrow key. To resume the self-test, press the
up arrow key. To exit the self-test at any time, press the exit key.
7. Write down the test results and compare them to the System Data Survey
Sheet. Determine if any differences are due to system modifications, and
update the Survey Sheet.
8. Following are the sequential tests conducted by the self-test program:

DISPLAY TEST FAILURE SOLUTIONS

SLFTEST Indicates beginning of self-test None

0650- Part number of EPROM installed None

0100

VER X.XX Version of EPROM installed None

8.8.8.8.8.8 Display Test - All segments 1. Main card not seated

and words on display turned properly in display board.
on. 2. Contamination on
connector pins.
3. LED display not
functioning.
RAMTST Ram Test - Writes to each None
location in RAM & reads back
and verifies data. Test is .
non-destructive

PASSED or Indicates whether RAM test With most RAM failures

passed system will not operate.

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FAILED Failed 1. Check that EPROM (U13)

on main board is seated.
2. Contact Fairbanks

CALTYP How instrument was calibrated None

One of the next three messages will be displayed, depending on the

type of calibration that was performed.

H CAL Hardware Calibration None

UNITS Indicates next parameter will be None

units of measure.

KGS or LBS Kilograms or pounds. Default is Lb.

WSVR = 4 Indicates Waversaver that was Default is 4.

selected In Calibration

GRAD Indicates next parameter will be None

graduation size.

1 or 2 or 5 etc. Graduation size calibrated in unit Default is 1.

(least significant digit on display
will change by this amount).

SPAN Indicates next parameter will be None

Span.

10000 Span value calibrated in unit. Default is 10,000.

(example)

ZR CNT Indicates next parameter will be

A to D counts representing the . --
Zero Count

36780 A to D counts that indicate the Default is 36780.

(example) calibrated Zero.

FS CNT Indicates next parameter will be None

Full Scale Count. 0 in most
significant digit indicate value
>1,000,000.

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992000 A to D counts that indicate the Default is 992000.

(example) Calibrated Span Value.

SC CAP Indicates next parameter will be None

Scale Capacity.

999999 Scale capacity value calibrated Default is 10,000.

(example) in unit.

0 TOL Indicates next parameter will be None

Zero Tolerance.

10 Zero Tolerance value calibrated Default is 10.

(example) in unit.

AO TOL Indicates next parameter will be None

Auto Zero Tolerance

10 Auto Zero Tolerance set during None

calibration

MOTION Indicates next parameter will be None

motion value.

3 Motion value calibrated in unit. Default is 3.

(example)

AVRAGE Indicates next display will be None

number of values set in the
running average table (1 - 200).

100 Number of values set up to be Default is 100.

(example) averaged.

LINCOR Indicates next display will be None

single point linear correction.

0 If 0, linear correction is not used. Default is 0.

(example) Number other than 0 indicates
single-point calibrated value.

AD OFF Indicates next display will be A to D None

Off Set.

28912 A to D Offset Value. None

ADGAIN Indicates next value will be None

A to D gain.

828238 A to D Gain Value None

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DIP 1 Indicates next display will be If value is other than desired,

settings of rear panel Config reset dipswitch segment and
dipswitch S3 segments. Settings retest.
represented by hexadecimal
notation.

00 thru FF SWITCH VALUE ON OFF

POSIT.

2 01 Cal toggle Cal toggle

4 02 Opt menu lock No opt menu lock
5 04 S.P. menu lock no S.P. menu lock
7 08 Tare, lb/kg, zero Keys not locked
N/G, lock
8 10 Zero track on Zero track off
6 20 Spare Spare
3 40 Serial requests All serial I/O
only
1 80 P2 multidrop Not multidrop

DIP 2 Indicates next display will be settings of If value is other than

internal dipswitch S2 on power relay board. desired,
Settings represented by hexadecimal reset dipswitch
notation. segment and retest

00 thru FF Dip Switch #2

SWITCH VALUE ON OFF
POSIT.
8 01 Spare
7 02 Spare
4 04 NBS Re-Call toggle switch
1 08 Spare
2 10 Spare
3 20 NBS
5 40 Spare
6 80 Spare

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TAG 1 Indicates next display will be If options are not as desired,

value of software control another memory key must be
options. Settings represented ordered. Contact the Customer
by hexadecimal notation. Support Department.

KEY - BD Indicates next display will be the keyboard test. Ensure the keyboard
operates properly by pressing each key, starting with the ZERO key in
the upper left corner of the keypad and moving from left to right. The
LED will display each key as it is pressed. Do not press the 0/exit key
until you are ready to leave the keyboard test.

Press the Exit key to resume weighing mode of operation.

8.4 Interpreting Diagnostic/error Messages

These techniques are limited to external observations. Checking of internal test points
and voltages requires special test equipment and exposure of the circuit cards during
normal operation. This should only be done by qualified technicians.

8.4.1 Overview of Typical Load Cell Sysem

1. The typical system consists of one or more load cells/points, a summing
junction box, and a weight controller (FB 7000).

• TYPICAL LOAD CELL SYSTEM

Load Cell/Sensor/Point - is a strain gauge based force transducer, which
generates an electrical signal proportional to the load applied to the
scale. Load cells/points can be used any place a person needs to
measure pressure, load, or torque. This can be accomplished by either
Tension or Compression type load cells/points. The load cell/point takes
as an input the 5 volts DC Excitation Voltage generated by the FB 7000,
and depending upon how much weight is applied to the scale, generates
a millivolt output (proportional to the weight, 0-10mv DC for 2mv/V load
cells/points or 0-15mv DC for 3mv/V load cells/points).

Weight Controller - is an electronic instrument which, among other

functions, is used primarily to power the load cell(s)/point(s), take the
millivolt signal output from the load cell(s)/point(s), and digitize, interpret,
communicate and display the results as a weight indication.

8.4.2 No Keypad Operation

1. Config dipswitch S3 set to keypad lockout; reposition switch.
2. Check for "HI" on display. Whenever "HI" is displayed, the keypad will be
disabled except for the Cal Menu and the -/Test/Clr buttons.

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 8.4.3 Remote Functions Non-Operational
1. Check wiring at J2.
2. Ensure correct ground is used (J2 pins 9 or 10).
3. Check for correct setting of Config dipswitch S3, See Chapter 4, .
Configuration.

Note: The FB 7000 should have a quality power conditioning product installed
between the controller and the AC power source to reduce the likelihood of faults
caused by poor or intermittent AC power.
Error Messages and Definitions

8.5 Error Message Definition

Error Message Definition

- - HI - - Load cell/point signal represents a weight higher than scale
capacity.
Error Invalid character entry.
Err 1 Invalid grad size. Grad size must be 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100,
200, 500.
Err 2 NTEP grad size error. Grad size must be greater than the full
scale divided by the range.
Err 3 Average out of range. Average must be from 1 to 200.
Err 4 Instrument in motion when value entered.
Err 5 Not in Gross mode when trying to enter CAL menu.
Err 6 Invalid zero. Zero must be less than zero tolerance.
Err 7 Invalid grad size. Grad size must be greater than the full scale
divided by the range minus one valid grad size.
Err 8 Unable to enter Calibration Menu without toggling ReCal
segment on S3 or using the proper security code.
Err 9 Invalid zero. When the instrument is in NTEP mode, the zero
must be within the zero tolerance.
Err 10 Invalid motion tolerance. Motion must be greater than 0 and
greater then or equal to Grad Size.
Err 11 Negative gross weight during acquire tare. (NTEP only)
Err 12 All decades after decimal point must be active. (NTEP only)
Err 13 Full scale calibration of zero or negative value not allowed.
Err 14 Scale capacity of zero or at negative value not allowed.
Err 15 Zero tolerance of zero or a negative value not allowed.
Err 16 Tare greater than span. (NTEP only)
Err 17 .Acquire tare cannot be used with zero gross weight.
(NTEPonly)
Err 18 Difference between zero and span less then 100 counts in the
positive direction.
Err 44 Sensitivity out of range.
Err 55 Illegal analog weight span. Analog span weight minus analog
zero weight must be larger than 2% of the calibrated span.
Err 64 Too many significant digits, after the decimal point, to be
displayed.
Err 97 Checksum error.
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 APPENDIX A

SYSTEM DATA SURVEY SHEET

TO: FROM:

ATTN: COMPANY:

FAX NO: DATE:

Make a copy of this page and store it in a safe place. This information helps us
assist you if, for any reason you need to consult Fairbanks Scales.

DATE OF INSTALLATION:

INSTRUMENT MODEL NUMBER:

INSTRUMENT SERIAL NUMBER:

(The serial number is located on the back panel of the instrument)

CORNER FREQUENCY SELECTED:

LOAD CELLS:

Model #:

Rated Capacity:

Number of Load Cells:

mv/V Rating:

Type of Vessel/Hopper:

Deadload or weight of vessel:

RESULTS OF SELF-TEST: Press the -/Test/Clr button on the keypad while in the
operating mode, and record the results on the following page. Use the down arrow to
pause the display, and the up arrow to resume the self-test.

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 SELF TEST DISPLAY

SELF-TEST DISPLAY YOUR RESULTS

EPROM#

VER

CALDAT:

CALTYP

UNITS

WSVR

GRAD

SPAN

ZR CNT

FS CNT

0 TOL

A0 TOL

MOTION

AVRAGE

LINCOR

DIP 1

DIP 2

TAG 1

TAG 2

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Options: Press the 7/Option key to enter the options menu and record the results. (The
order of parameters may vary from this list, depending on which options were installed).

OPTIONS

AN OUT 1 AN OUT 2

AN LO

AN HI

RIO

RATE

RAC NO

OTR NO

L-OTR

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

ACCURACY - Closeness of a reading to the actual value of the quantity being measured.

ALARM - Indication of a tolerance deviation.

ANALOG SHIELD CAN - A metal enclosure placed over the analog section of the electronics
to prevent radio frequency interference.

ANALOG TRANSMITTER - An option card which outputs an analog representation of net,

gross, total weight or rate of change data.

APPURTENANCE - Any added equipment other than the weigh vessel, platform scale or
feeder.

BI-DIRECTIONAL - A capability used to transmit data in either direction at the same time, for
example: to or from the instrument.

CLEAR KEY - A key used to clear data or formats entered into a menu.

DEAD LOAD - Weight of hopper assembly or platform assembly sitting on top of load cells.

DECIMAL POINT POSITION - Menu item used to set the decimal point position for all display
readouts.

DIP-SWITCH - A switch installed in a circuit card with several individual switches built in.
Used to set different options in a system.

DISPLAY - A device used to show information from the instrument.

ENGINEERING UNITS - Pounds or Kilograms.

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) - Electrostatic Discharge is an electric charge (static

electricity) which occurs when an electrically charged object, such as a person, touches the
FB 7000. To avoid damage to personnel and to the unit, a grounded static control wrist strap
should be worn when opening and/or servicing the FB 7000.

ENTER KEY - This key is used to accept user input into the memory.

EPROM - Electrically programmable read-only memory.

ERROR - A message that indicates an unacceptable input has been entered.

EVEN - A parity configuration

EXCITATION - D.C. voltage supplied to the load cell for power.

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FULL-SCALE - Full scale input as defined by instrument and load cell parameters. Example:
3MV/V load cell @ 10 volts = 30mV full scale.

GRADUATION SIZE - Minimum increment displayed by the instrument.

GROSS WEIGHT - An overall weight exclusive of tare deductions. Weight of material plus
container.

INPUT AVERAGE - The number of readings averaged into a displayed value.

KEYPAD LOCKOUT - A selectable switch used to prevent input from the keyboard.

KILOGRAMS - A unit of mass in the metric system. Equal to 1000 grams or 2.2046 pounds.
“Gr” represents kilograms on the display.

LED - Light Emitting Diode. These are used in the front panel displays and indicators.

LOAD CELL - A device which produces output signal proportional to the applied weight or
force.

MENU - A set of prompts used to configure the instrument.

MENU DRIVEN - Operational prompts supplied in common language statements via the
system display to guide an operator through a procedure.

MICROPROCESSOR - A semiconductor device that performs control, input/output, arithmetic,

and logical operations by executing instructions obtained from memory sources.

MIDPOINT LINEARITY CORRECTION - Allows operator to “BEND” the response of an

instrument to match a non-linear input.

MOTION - The amount of allowable deviation between consecutive readings before a

weighment is accepted as being complete.

NEMA 4 - An enclosure that is watertight, dust-tight, and usable both indoors and outdoors.
Will protect the enclosed equipment against splashing water, seepage of water, falling or
hose-directed water, and severe exsternal condensation.

NEMA 4X - An enclosure that is watertight, dust-tight, and usable both indoors and outdoors.
Will protect the enclosed equipment against splashing water, seepage of water, falling or
hose-directed water, and severe external condensation. Corrosion Resistant.

NET WEIGHT - Gross Weight minus the Tare value.

NEXT KEY - A key used to step through menus or increase the value of a digit.

NON-LINEARITY - A deviation of an instrument response from a straight line.

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NUMBER OF READINGS PER AVERAGE - The number of weight readings used to compute
the displayed weight.

OPTION - A device not supplied with a standard instrument.

OPTION SLOT - A location on the main board used to install an option card.

PARITY - A binary digit error correction appended to an array of bits to make the sum of all
the bits always od or always even.

POUNDS - A unit of mass in the Avoirdupois System. Equal to 16 ounces or 0.4536

kilograms.

PREVIOUS KEY - A key used to step back through menus.

PROMPTS - Instructions or options presented, in a menu, by the instrument.

RAM - Random-Access-Memory. Read/write memory out of which the microprocessor can

both write and read data.

REMOTE FUNCTION - A function in the instrument that can be accessed away from the
instrument.

REPEATABILITY - The maximum difference between readings for repeated readings under
identical conditions.

ROM - Read-Only-Memory. This permanent, non-volatile memory gives the processor

instructions and cannot be altered.

SCALE CAPACITY - The maximum amount of weight the scale is capable of supporting, (live
load plus deadload).

SECURE MEMORY MODULE (SMM) - The Secure Memory Module stores and protects vital
information from corruption, including calibration. Also allows the transference of data from
one unit to another, with no re-calibration or re-configuration necessary.

TAG - Another name for Secure Memory Module.

TARE - Artificial zeroing of the weight hopper so that a net weight can be displayed. Also, the
action of adjusting out the known weight of the container from the total indicated weight, so
that the indicator reads net weight directly.

TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT - The change in indication due solely to a change in

temperature from a reference temperature. Expressed as a percentage of span value for a
specified temperature change.

TRANSMITTER SPAN - Value the transmitter puts out with the maximum weight on the
load cell.

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TRANSMITTER ZERO - Value the transmitter puts out with minimum weight on the load cell.

TTL - Transistor-transistor Logic.

TXD - Transmit Data.

UPDATE RATE - Number of times per second a new weight reading is taken.

ZERO - Weight reading once the dead load has been offset.

ZERO CALIBRATION - Offset of the value of the dead load of the weight hopper.

ZERO TOLERANCE - The number of graduations from zero that will be accepted as zero by
the instrument.

ZERO TRACK - Logic command used to adjust the instrument automatically from small
variances in zero readings.

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