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Flintec FT-13 User Manual

Flintec FT-13
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WEIGHING CONTROLLER
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For Firmware Version 2.13 and higher
Flintec GmbH
Bemannsbruch 9
74909 Meckesheim
GERMANY
www.flintec.com

Table of Contents

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Flintec FT-13 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Accuracy ClassIII
Operating Temperature-10°C to +40°C
Excitation Voltage5V DC
Load Cell Connection4 or 6 wire
Power Supply12-24V DC
Protection ClassIP65
Divisions10000
DisplayLCD
Serial InterfaceRS232
OutputAnalog, Digital

Summary

1. Safety Instructions

2. Declaration of Conformity

3. Overview

3.1 Key Features

Lists the main capabilities and specifications of the FT-13 weighing controller.

3.2 Available Options

Details the optional interfaces and power inputs for the FT-13 weighing controller.

3.3 Technical Specifications

Provides detailed technical data including accuracy, display, A/D converter, and load cells.

3.4 Housing Dimensions

Illustrates the physical dimensions for both stainless steel and panel type housings.

4. Installation and Commissioning

4.1 Mechanical Installation

Guides on selecting a safe operating location and avoiding electrical noise.

4.2 Electrical Connections

Details power supply, grounding, load cell, and digital I/O connections.

4.2.2 Standard Load Cell Connection

Explains wiring for 6-wire and 4-wire load cells and input resistance requirements.

4.2.3 Digital I/O Connections

Details the pinout and function of digital inputs and outputs for filling programmes.

4.3 Commissioning

Outlines the steps for initial setup, calibration, and peripheral configuration.

5. Front Panel and Keypad

5.1 Weight Display and Status LEDs

Explains the function of the weight display and status LEDs on the front panel.

5.2 Keypad

Details the function of each key on the FT-13 front panel.

5.3 Key lock

Describes how to activate/deactivate the key lock function to prevent unauthorized access.

6. Setup and Calibration

6.1 Basics

Explains basic operations and navigation within the setup and calibration menu.

6.2 Metrological Counter

Details the metrological data block and legal metrological records counter.

6.3 Configuration Parameters

Covers parameters for filter settings, date, and time entries.

6.4 Scale Parameters

Defines basic setup parameters like approved status, resolution, and scale build.

6.5 Scale Calibration

Explains the procedures for zero and span calibration, including under load.

7. Filling with FT-13

7.1 Overview

Introduces the 9 standard filling programmes and their typical applications.

7.2 Commissioning

Guides on setting up the filling system, selecting programmes, and performing tests.

7.3 Filling Programmes

Details the parameters and operation for various standard filling programmes.

7.3.1 Programme 0: Open Container Filling

Details the parameters and operation for Programme 0: Open Container Filling.

7.3.2 Programme 1: Bunghole Container Filling

Explains parameters for bunghole container filling, including safety conditions.

7.3.3 Programme 2: Below Surface Filling

Describes parameters for filling below the surface, including lift delay and emptying.

7.3.4 Programme 3: Filling and Emptying Type 1

Details parameters for filling and emptying type 1, focusing on bag filling.

7.3.5 Programme 4: Filling and Discharging

Explains parameters for tank/silo/hopper filling and discharging cycles.

7.3.6 Programme 5: Charging and Discharging

Details parameters for weigh-in/weigh-out systems and sticky materials.

7.3.7 Programme 6: Filling and Emptying Type 2

Covers filling and emptying type 2, including total limit value checks.

7.3.8 Programme 7: Filling the bag

Explains modes for filling bags, including standing and hanging configurations.

7.3.9 Programme 8: Bag filling from hopper scale

Details operation for filling bags from a weighing hopper and bag catcher system.

7.4 Target and Preset Entry

Guides on entering target values, tolerances, and cut-off points for filling.

7.5 Recipe Memory

Explains how to enter and recall recipes, which are sets of filling parameters.

7.6 Setup

Covers the selection of filling programmes and definition of main filling parameters.

7.7 Error Messages

Lists and explains various error codes and their possible causes and solutions.

8. Communication

8.1 Overview about Communication

Provides a summary of communication capabilities and interface options.

8.2 Serial Interface and Printer

Details standard and optional serial interfaces for data export and control.

8.2.3 Continuous Output Mode

Explains fast, continuous data export to peripheral devices.

8.2.4 Host Mode

Describes PC communication for uploading/downloading data via software.

8.2.5 Print Mode

Details how to output data after a filling cycle or using the print key.

8.2.6 Setup

Covers setup parameters for serial interfaces 1 and 2, including data format and baud rate.

8.3 Ethernet Option

Explains connecting the indicator via Ethernet TCP/IP or Modbus RTU.

8.3.1 Electrical Connections

Details the pin configuration of the RJ45 Ethernet connector and LED indicators.

8.3.2 Setup

Guides on setting up Ethernet network parameters using Ether X software.

8.3.3 Data Structure

Describes the data structure for Ethernet output based on selected data formats.

8.4 Profibus Option

Details connecting the indicator to a PLC bus via Profibus DP V0 & V1.

8.4.1 Electrical Connections

Explains the pin configuration of the 9-pin D-Sub Profibus connector and status LEDs.

8.6 ProfiNet Option

Covers connecting the indicator to a PLC bus via ProfiNet.

8.6.1 Electrical Connections

Details ProfiNet interface LEDs and the Ethernet connector pinout.

8.6.2 Setup

Guides on setting up ProfiNet network parameters using EtherX software.

8.7 CANopen Option

Details connecting the indicator to a PLC bus via CANopen.

8.7.1 Electrical Connections

Explains the pin configuration of the 9-pin D-Sub CANopen connector and status LEDs.

8.7.2 Setup

Guides on setting up CANopen parameters, including data format and address.

9. Diagnostics

90- Tests

Provides functions for checking and testing the instrument's operation.

91- Serial Numbers

Lists instrument and option serial numbers, and software revision numbers.

99- Printing Parameter Values

Covers printing all parameters and loading default parameters.

Appendix 1: Setup and Calibration Menu

Appendix 2: Continues Output Mode Data Structure

Appendix 3: Modbus RTU Data Structure

Appendix 4: Profibus DP / ProfiNet Data Structure

Appendix 5: CANopen Data Structure

Appendix 6: Error Table

Appendix 7: Parameter's Default Table