Ohaus DEFENDER 5000 BENCH SCALES Base Manual en - Manual (Page 3)

Defender Series Base EN-1
INTRODUCTION
This manual covers installation, and maintenance instructions for the Ohaus Defender Series Base. Please read this manual
completely before installation and operation. TM
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
For safe and dependable operation of this product, please comply with the following precautions:
• Operate the base only under ambient conditions specified in these instructions
• Ensure that the load cell cable does not pose an obstruction or tripping hazard
• Do not operate the base in hazardous environments or unstable locations
• Do not drop loads on the base
• Do not lift the base by the top frame; always lift from the bottom frame when moving the base
• Service should only be performed by authorized personnel
INSTALLATION
Unpacking
Unpack and inspect the product to make sure that all components have been included. The package includes the following:
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Defender TM Series Base
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Weighing Pan
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Instruction Manual
When purchased as a complete Defender Series Scale, the package will also include:
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Indicator
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Column Assembly (optional)
ASSEMBLY
Weighing Pan
Place the weighing pan securely over the rubber load pads on the top frame of the base.
Wiring Connections
DxxxHx, DxxxQx, and DxxxRx Bases
When connecting the DxxxHx, DxxxQx, or DxxxRx base to an Ohaus indicator equipped with the matching circular connector,
push the base connector onto the indicator connector and turn the locking ring clockwise to lock it in place.
When connecting the DxxxHx, DxxxQx, or DxxxRx base to an indicator that does not have the matching connector, install the
optional load cell cable adapter (P/N 80500736 sold separately) to the indicator using the wiring codes in Table 1. Then attach
the load cell cable to the cable adapter.
Note: As an alternate wiring method, cut off the connector, strip the wires and attach them to the indicator using the wiring codes
in Table 1.
DxxxWx Bases
Install the load cell cable to an indicator using the wiring codes in Table 1.
Note: When purchased as a Defender Series Scale, the DxxxWx base is already pre-wired to the indicator.
TABLE 1. LOAD CELL CONNECTION
FUNCTION WIRE COLOR
+ Excitation Green
- Excitation Black
+ Signal Red
- Signal White
+ Sense Blue
- Sense Brown
Shield Yellow