Weigh animals
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a. Turn on the indicator and check that the scale is displaying a zero weight. By default, the scale automatically zeroes
itself when a load is removed from the weighing platform or when the indicator first powers up.
Note: If there are problems with inaccurate weights or zeroing, check for binding or dirt build-up and ensure the
load bars are properly connected.
b. Start a new recording session. Press
The indicator will display "Started". Press
c. Move the animal onto the platform and check that the weight is as expected.
d. If recording IDs, enter the animal's VID using the alpha numeric keypad, or scan the animal's EID
tag using an EID reader.
EID
e. If desired, press
f. Wait for the stable light to illuminate and press
g. Repeat steps c-f for all animals in the session.
h. After weighing, you can view statistics for the weighing session. Press
Press
and press
4
, scroll down
twice to navigate out of the menu.
VID
to enter a comment about the animal, using the alpha numeric keypad.
to scroll through the statistics.
to sessions , and press
. This records the weight plus the ID and comment if entered.
to display the Statistics option.
twice.