3 Installation and Operation
3.1 Checking the Location
The correct location is crucial for the accuracy of the weighing results.
1 Ensure that the location of the weighing platform is
stable, vibration-free and horizontal.
2 The surface must be able to bear the weighing platform
under maximum load at the points of support.
3 Do not use the weighing platform in regularly wet and
corrosive environments Never immerse platform into
liquids.
4 Observe the following environmental conditions:
No wet and/or corrosive environments
No direct sunshine
No strong draught or vibration
No permanent water on the load cell (max. 30 min. per day)
Absolute humidity shalll stay below 30 g/m
No excessive temperature fluctuations
Temperature range -10 °C to +40 °C / 14 °F to 104 °F
3.2 Connecting the Weighing Platform to the Weighing Terminal
The PBA436 weighing platforms are designed for use with analog METTLER TOLEDO weighing terminals.
1 Insert the weighing platform cable through the cable gland into the weighing terminal.
2 Connect the weighing platform cable to the terminal strip of the weighing terminal according to the following
table.
Signal
SIG+
SIG-
EXC+
EXC-
SEN+
SEN-
The cable shield must be grounded.
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(environment)
Wire Color
White
Red
Green
Black
Blue
Brown
WARNING
Connector
6-WIRE CELLS
LOAD CELL OR JUNCTION BOX
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