Cardinal

DIGITAL HANGING SCALE

BATTERY OPERATED
HSDC SERIES
1300
Operation Manual

8551-M256-O1 Rev J
06/05 Printed in USA
 TABLE OF CONTENTS Office, Washington, DC 20402; Stock No. 004-
Introduction .................................................... 1 000-00345-4.
Specifications ................................................. 1
Battery Installation ......................................... 2 INTRODUCTION
Scale Operation ............................................. 3
Tare Weight Entry ........................................... 4 Congratulations on selecting a Cardinal Series
Display Codes ................................................ 5 HSDC 1300 digital hanging scale. This
Calibration ...................................................... 6 precision weighing instrument is designed to
Setup Review ................................................ 10 provide years of trouble-free operation while
Sealing .......................................................... 10 maintaining a high degree of weighing
Do’s And Don’ts ............................................. 10 accuracy. This manual contains information on
In Case Of Difficulty ...................................... 11 the proper care and use of this instrument.

Serial Number_________________________ Before using the instrument, read

Date Of Purchase______________________ this manual and pay special
Purchased From_______________________ attention to all “Warning”
_____________________________________ Symbols.

Retain This Information For Future Use NOTICE

WARNING! This equipment generates and uses All rights reserved. Reproduction or use of
radio frequency energy and if not installed and editorial or pictorial content, in any manner,
used properly, that is, in strict accordance with without written, expressed permission is
the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause prohibited. No patent liability is assumed with
interference to radio and television reception. It respect to the use of the information contained
has been type tested and found to comply with herein. While every precaution has been taken
the limits for a Class B computing device in in the preparation of this book, the Seller
accordance with the specifications in Subpart J assumes no responsibility for errors or
of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for
provide reasonable protection against such damages resulting from the use of the
interference in a residential installation. information contained herein. All instructions
However, there is no guarantee that interference and diagrams have been checked for accuracy
will not occur in a particular installation. If this and ease of application; however, success and
equipment does cause interference to radio or safety in working with tools depends to a great
television reception, the user is encouraged to extent upon individual accuracy, skill and
try to correct the interference by one or more of caution. For this reason, the Seller is not able
the following measures: to guarantee the result of any procedure
contained herein. Nor can they assume
1. Reorient the receiving antenna. responsibility for any damage to property or
2. Relocate the instrument with respect to the injury to persons occasioned from the
receiver. procedures. Persons engaging the procedures
3. Move the instrument away from the do so entirely at their own risk.
receiver.
4. Plug the instrument into a different outlet SPECIFICATIONS
so that the instrument and receiver are on Capacity ......................... see table
different branch circuits. Graduation size .............. see table
Tare/Rezero capacity ..... 4% or 100% of scale
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer capacity
or an experienced radio/television technician for Operating temperature ... -10˚ to +40˚C,
additional suggestions. The user may find the 14˚ to 104˚F
following booklet prepared by the Federal Storage temperature ...... -10˚ to +60˚C,
Communications Commission helpful: “How to 14˚ to 140˚F
Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Display type .................... 4 digit, 1" high LCD
Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Battery requirements ...... 6 each “C” size
Government Printing. alkaline
Weight ............................ 5 lb
Ultimate safe overload .... 200%

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 SPECIFICATIONS, Cont.

Model Capacity Graduation

HSDC-1300-200 200 lb 200 x 0.1 lb

HSDC-1300-100 100 lb 99.95 x 0.05 lb
HSDC-1300-40 40 lb 40 x 0.02 lb
HSDC-1300-20 20 lb 20 x 0.01 lb OFF G
GROSS T
N

500 lb 500 x 0.2 lb

TARE ON

HSDC-1300-500
NET
ZERO 0

HSDC-1300-100KG 100 kg 99.95 x 0.05 kg

HSDC-1300-40KG 40 kg 40 x 0.02 kg
HSDC-1300-20KG 20 kg 20 x 0.01 kg

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Before weighing operations can begin it will be necessary to install the batteries in the
HSDC-1300 hanging scale. This same procedure should also be followed when battery
replacement becomes necessary. Make certain that only “C” size alkaline batteries are used as
replacements.
NOTE! Exposure of batteries to high temperatures (above 140° F) will decrease
their capacity resulting in shorter operation time.

Step 1
Using a screwdriver, remove the two retaining screws from the back of the instrument. Remove the
battery compartment cover.

Battery Compartment
Cover

Remove these screws

Step 2
Remove the old batteries, if present. Insert six new “C” cells making certain that each cell is
correctly positioned. Refer to the next diagram for proper battery placement.

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 BATTERY INSTALLATION, Cont.
Battery Pack

Battery
Battery Compartment Cover

Step 3
Replace the battery compartment cover and retaining screws.

NOTE! If the HSDC-1300 scale fails to operate after battery replacement

check to make certain that each of the six cells has been installed correctly.
One cell installed backward will prevent the scale from operating.

SCALE OPERATION

Before weighing operations can begin it will be necessary to install batteries in the scale. Refer to
the battery installation section of this manual for additional information.

Hang the scale from a support that is strong enough to support the weight of the scale PLUS the
weight of the material that is to be weighed.

Hang the load receiving element on the hook on the bottom of the scale and press the ON/ZERO
key. Look at the weight display. If the display does not indicate zero weight, press the ON/ZERO
key again to reset the display to zero.

Place the material to be weighed in the receiving element and read the weight in the scale display.
Refer to the figure below for the identification of scale components:

Weight Display
Window

Net Annunciator
Low Battery
OFF Key Indicator

OFF G
GROS T
S N
TARE ON
NET
ZERO 0

Zero Indicator
GROSS, TARE
and NET Keys ON/ZERO Key

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 SCALE OPERATION, Cont
Scale Component Identification

Press to turn the scale off. The auto-shutoff feature will turn the scale off automatically after
OFF a preselected time of inactivity (no motion).

G Press to place the scale in the gross weight display mode (net indicator off).
GROSS

T Press to enter a new tare weight value equal to the current scale weight. The scale will
TARE
automatically enter the net weight display mode (net indicator on).

N Press to enter the net weight display mode without entering a new tare weight value (net
NET
annunciator on).

ON
Press to turn the scale on. If on, press to zero the weight display up to the preset zero limit
ZERO 0 (4% or 100% of the scale capacity).

The membrane keyboard is not to be operated with pointed objects (pencils, pens,
fingernails, etc). Damage to keyboard resulting from this practice will NOT be covered
under warranty.

Annunciators

• NET Illuminated to indicate the scale is in the net weight mode. If it is off, it indicates that
the scale is in the gross weight mode.

• LO BAT Illuminated to signal that the batteries should be replaced.

• ZERO Illuminated to show that the scale weight is within 1/4 graduation of the center of zero.

TARE WEIGHT ENTRY

The HSDC-1300 has an automatic tare feature that allows you to enter tare weight up to the three
least significant digits of the scale capacity. This tare weight feature is often used to subtract the
empty container weight or other unwanted fixed weight values from the weight reading. See the
PUSH BUTTON TARE setup mode section to activate this feature.

The following table lists the maximum tare weight allowed for each model of the HSDC scale.

MODEL CAPACITY MAXIMUM TARE WT

HSDC-1300-500 500 lb X 0.2 lb 99.8 lb

HSDC-1300-200 200 lb x 0.1 lb 99.9 lb
HSDC-1300-100 99.95 lb x 0.05 lb 9.95 lb
HSDC-1300-40 40 lb x 0.02 lb 9.98 lb
HSDC-1300-20 20 lb x 0.01 lb 9.99 lb
HSDC-1300-100KG 99.95 kg x 0.05 kg 9.95 kg
HSDC-1300-40KG 40 kg x 0.02 kg 9.98 kg
HSDC-1300-20KG 20 kg x 0.01 kg 9.99 kg

TABLE 1
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 TARE WEIGHT ENTRY, Cont.

Pressing the TARE key will cause the currently displayed gross weight to be stored as the new tare
weight and cause the scale to enter the net weight display mode. The net weight display mode is
indicated by turning on the net annunciator. For example, on a HSDC-1300-20, if the displayed
gross weight is 2.00 lb and you press the TARE key, the 2.00 lb would be entered as the new tare
weight. The scale would then enter the net weight mode and subtract the 2.00 lb tare value from
the gross weight displaying a net weight of 0.00 lb. If you added another 2.00 lb to the platform,
the display would indicate 2.00 lb of net weight. Pressing the GROSS key would return the scale
to the gross weight display 4.00 lb. NOTE: Remember the scale will only weigh to its maximum
capacity. Any combination of NET plus TARE weights over the scale capacity will result in a
overload condition and display ot. For example, using the HSDC-1300-20 from above, with tare
weight of 2.00 lb, adding 19.00 lb to the platform will cause an overload condition. This is because
2.00 lb tare weight plus 19.00 lb load weight equals 21.00 lb gross weight, which exceeds the
capacity of the scale.
DISPLAY CODES

During operation of the HSDC-1300 hanging scale you may encounter a special display
message. The following lists display codes and their meaning.

DISPLAY MEANING

-oC- Scale overloaded, remove excess load to resume operation.

Motion is present when attempting to power-up, zero the weight display or enter a
UnSt tare value.

UnLd The weight on the scale exceeds the zero range on power-on. Remove the load.

LoAd= The scale load is less than the zero range on power-on.

-oF- Attempting to display a negative number less than -999.

CALb Indicates that the scale has not been calibrated or has been interrupted during the
calibration process.

Err Disallowed keyboard entry: attempted to zero with the weight outside the zero
range.

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 CALIBRATION

Your HSDC-1300 hanging scale has been calibrated prior to shipment and should not require re-
calibration before it is placed in service. A regular check of the instrument’s calibration should be
made to ensure that its weighing accuracy is maintained.

To check the calibration of your HSDC-1300 hanging scale, you must have a calibrated test weight
or weights equal to the scale’s capacity. Begin by making certain that the scale is unloaded and
that the display is indicating zero weight. Load the scale with the test weight(s) and observe the
weight display. If the displayed weight is different from the total test weight value, calibration may
be necessary. Note that a qualified scale technician should be consulted before any attempt at
calibration is made.

NOTE! This scale is provided with a means of attaching a seal to prevent access
to the calibration switch.

Calibration Procedure

Step 1. Remove the seals (if present) from the calibration cover plate, then remove the two
retaining screws and cover plate.

Retaining Screw
Cover
Plate

Seals

Underside of
Scale

Step 2. Hang the scale from a suitable support and attach the load receiving device. Press the
OFF key. Using a straightened paper clip, press and hold the calibration switch while
pressing the ON/ZERO key. Release the calibration switch when the display shows
int=.

Step 3. Refer to the following steps and enter the required setup parameters.

INTERVAL
Press the NET key to show the current setting. Then press the ON/ZERO key to select
int= the desired value: 1-2-5. Press the NET key to save.

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 CALIBRATION, Cont.

DECIMAL POINT
Press the NET key to show the current setting. Then press the ON/ZERO key to
dPP= select the desired value:
0=XXXX 1=XXX.X
2=XX.XX 3=X.XXX
Press the NET key to save.
CAPACITY
Press the NET key to show the current capacity setting. Then press the ON/ZERO
CAP= key to advance the flashing digit from 0 through 9 (200.0). Select the value then
press the TARE key to advance to the next digit location (200.0). Repeat the
process until the capacity has been entered. Press the NET key to save.

WEIGHING UNITS
Press the NET key to show the current setting. Then press the ON/ZERO key to
Unt= select the desired value: 1-2 where 1=Pounds Only and 2=Kilograms Only. Press
the NET key to save it.

(Please note, although selection 3 will display and can be selected, it is INVALID
for the HSDC-1300 scale.)

CALIBRATION WEIGHT
Lod= Press the NET key to show the current calibration weight. Then press the ON/
ZERO key to advance the flashing digit of calibration weight from 0 through 9
(150.0). Select the value then press the TARE key to advance to the next digit
location (150.0). Repeat the process until the calibration weight has been
entered. Place this amount of calibration test weights on the scale, then press the
NET key. The display will show ---- then:
UnLod Remove the test weights and press the NET key. The display will show ----
then proceed to the next prompt.

ZERO TRACKING RANGE

Press the NET key to show the current division setting. Values of 0 through 9 and
trA= 0.5 are valid for the zero tracking range. Press the ON/ZERO key to step through
and select 0.5 as the division value, then press the NET key to save. If a zero
tracking range division of 0 through 9 is desired, first press the ON/ZERO key to
select 0, then press the TARE key to advance to the next digit location and press
the ON/ZERO key to select 0 through 9 divisions. Press the NET key to save.

4% ZERO TRACKING LIMIT

Press the NET key to show the current setting. Then press the ON/ZERO key to
trL= toggle between yes and no. YES=4% limit, no=100% limit. Press the NET key to
save. (NOTE: 4% limit is for Canadian use)

POWER UP ZERO
Press the NET key to show the current setting. Then press the ON/ZERO key to
PUO= toggle between yes and no. YES=enable, no=disable. Press the NET key to save.

FILTERING
Press the NET key to show the current level of filtering. Then press the ON/ZERO
FLt= key to select the desired value:
0=no filtering 1=minimal filtering
2=moderate filtering 3=custom filtering
Press the NET key to save setting.
If you select level 3 then:
F= Press NET to show current filter weight setting. Press ON/ZERO to select filter
weight level (1 through 99,-99 being the greatest filtering and 1 the least). Press
the NET key to save setting.

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BREAKPOINT
Press NET to show the current break point setting. Press ON/ZERO to select
b= break point setting (1 through 99). Press the NET key to save setting.

MOTION RANGE
Press the NET key to show the current motion range in divisions. Then press the
UnS= ON/ZERO key to select the number of digits to change before motion: 0 through
9. Press the NET key to save.

SAMPLE RATE
Press the NET key to show the current sample rate setting. Values of 1 through
Sr= 12 are valid for the sample rate. Press the ON/ZERO key to select 1 through 9
samples per second, then press the NET key to save. If a sample rate of 10
through 12 is desired, first press the ON/ZERO key to select 0 through 2, then
press the TARE key to advance to the next digit location and press the ON/ZERO
key to select 10 through 12 samples per second. Press the NET key to save.

AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF
Press the NET key to show the current setting. Then press the ON/ZERO key to
ASh= disable the feature or to select the number of minutes of inactivity before turning off
the scale. 0= disable, 1 to 9= minutes of inactivity before shutoff. Press the NET
key to save it.

SLEEP MODE
Press the NET key to show the current setting. Then press the ON/ZERO key to
SLP= disable the feature or to select the number of minutes at zero before going to sleep.
0=disable, 1 to 9=minutes of inactivity before sleeping. Press the NET key to save
it.

PUSH BUTTON TARE

Press the NET key to show the current setting. Then press the ON/ZERO key to
Pbt= toggle between yes and no. YES=enable, no=disable. Press the NET key to save.

The display will display the software revision number and then the gross weight. The setup and
calibration process has been completed and the scale is ready to weigh. Place the test weight back
on the scale to verify calibration.

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Calibration Switch
Front of Instrument

Underside of Scale

Table 1 -- Setup Settings for HSDC Models

100kg

40kg

20kg
Model
500

200

100

40

20
HSDC-1300

int= 2 1 5 2 1 5 2 1

dPP= 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2

CAP= 5000 2000 9995 4000 2000 9995 4000 2000

Unt= 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

trA= 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5

trL= no no no no no no no no trL= YES is for Canadian

use

no no no no no no no no
PUO=
FLt= 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

UnS= 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Sr= Skip if FLt= 1 or 2

ASh= 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

SLP= 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

y y y y y y y y
Pbt=

End of Calibration Section. Go to Setup Review/Fine Span.

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 SETUP REVIEW

The HSDC-1300 allows several operational parameters to be reviewed and changed as

necessary without having to break the calibration seal and enter the setup and calibration mode.
The setup review allows changes to be made to the power up zero setting, the automatic shutoff
and sleep mode delay times, push button tare.

To enter the setup review mode, simply turn the HSDC-1300 off, then press and hold any key other
than ON/ZERO or the OFF keys and press the ON/ZERO key. The display will prompt for the power
up zero selection. Refer to the instructions listed in the Calibration Procedure section of this manual
for information on how to change these parameters.

The parameters in the setup review will be processed in the following sequence:

POWER UP ZERO
AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF TIME
SLEEP MODE TIME
PUSH BUTTON TARE

Fine Span

The span can be fine-adjusted while the indicator is on by pressing and holding the calibration
switch and pressing the ON/ZERO or NET key:

Calibration Switch + ON/ZERO = increase

Calibration Switch + NET = decrease

Go to Sealing Instructions

SEALING INSTRUCTIONS

To attach the seals, first make certain the two cover plate retaining screws are snug then thread the
seal wires through the hole in the screw heads as shown in the calibration section of this manual.

DO’S and DON’TS

1. DO hang the scale from a support that is strong enough to support the weight of the scale plus
the weight of the material to be weighed. The more rigid the support the better.

2. DON’T shock load your HSDC-1300 hanging scale with weights greater than 10 percent of the
scale’s capacity by throwing the weight on the scale.

3. DO replace batteries as soon as the weight display shows the low battery signal.

4. DON’T hose down or submerse the scale in any liquid.

5. DO use only a damp cloth and mild detergent to clean the outside of the scale.

6. DON’T disassemble the scale. There are no user-serviceable components within the scale.

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 DO’S AND DON’TS, Cont.

7. DO use only high quality Alkaline “C” size replacement batteries.

8. DON’T use sharp objects to press the keys. Use only your finger tip.

9. DO check scale calibration regularly to ensure that the high degree of weighing accuracy is
maintained.

10. DON’T modify or replace the loading hook or hanging eye with lower capacity parts.

11. DO remove loads which produce the over capacity (-oC- ) display as soon as possible.

IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY

Your HSDC-1300 hanging scale has been designed to provide years of trouble free service.
Should you encounter a problem with your scale refer to the chart below before contacting your
scale technician.

Problem Possible Cause/Solution

1. Scale seems dead A. Batteries improperly installed, make certain each of the six batteries
is correctly installed.

No display B. Batteries are discharged completely, replace with fresh batteries.

2. Incorrect weight A. Scale not at zero prior to applying weight, remove load and reset
display to zero by pressing ON/ZERO key.

B. Scale is not calibrated. Refer to Calibration Section of this manual.

C. Scale in net mode. Press the GROSS key.

If you are unable to resolve the difficulty, contact our representive from whom you purchased the
scale. He will be able to provide you with information concerning the return and repair of your
scale. Make certain that you obtain a return authorization number prior to returning the scale.
This number should appear on the shipping carton and all correspondence referencing the repair.
Failure to obtain a return authorization number will result in unnecessary delay.

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