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1. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INDICATOR
1.1Introduction
Thank you for deciding to purchase a CW-11 Indicator from Ohaus. The Ohaus CW-11 Indicator is a rugged,
reliable, electronic weight indicator in an IP65 washdown enclosure designed for easy operation in washdown
applications. The CW-11 Indicator can drive up to four 350 ohm load cells and provides capacity selections
up to 20,000 lb/kg with a maximum resolution of 1:20,000.
The CW-11 operates from AC power and can also be powered by six Alkaline "C" batteries internally. A six digit
LCD display is 1.0 inches/2.5 centimeters in height provides easy visibility when working at distances from the
indicator. Four switches mounted on the front panel enable simple set up procedures. A menu lockout switch
can be set to lock out various functions of the indicator to prevent settings from being changed. An RS232
Interface is built in. An adjustable mounting bracket permits the Indicator to be installed on a table or wall.
Behind your instrument stands OHAUS, a leading manufacturer of precision Indicators, Scales and Balances.
An Aftermarket Department with trained instrument technicians is dedicated to providing you with the fastest
service possible in the event your instrument requires servicing. OHAUS also has a Customer Service Depart-
ment to answer any inquiries regarding applications and accessories.
To ensure you make full use of the possibilities offered by your CW-11 Indicator, please read the manual
completely before installation and operation.
1.1.1 Features
Major features include:
• 6 digits, 7-segments, 25 mm Numeric LCD display
• 4 membrane switches
• Supports up to four (4) 350 ohm analog load cells
• Suitable for 2mV/V and 3mV/V load cell with no jumper
• Up to 20,000d display resolution
• Push-button Tare/Clear
• Flexible unit switching-lb/kg/oz/g
• Enhanced digital filtering
• Overload/Underzero display indication
• 3-wire RS232 Serial Communication in Ohaus RS-Interface
• Up to 100 hours continuous battery operation with one 350 load cell
• AC & DC power supply
• Low - BAT warning comes on 20 minutes prior to low power point
• Auto shut off for power saving
• IP65 washdown SS enclosure
• Either Animal weighing or parts counting function
CW-11 Indicator