General Description; Safety Precautions - OHAUS CKW Serie Manual De Instrucciones

CHECKWEIGH BASE
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a CKW Series product from Ohaus. Behind your purchase stands OHAUS, a leading
manufacturer of precision Moisture Analyzers, Balances, Scales and Indicators. An Aftermarket Department with
trained technicians is dedicated to provide you with the fastest service possible in the event your purchase
requires servicing. OHAUS also has a Customer Service Department to answer any inquiries regarding
applications and accessories.
This manual covers installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Ohaus CKW Base. Please read
this manual completely before installation and operation.

1.1. General Description

The Ohaus CKW Series is available as stand-alone scale bases or as complete weighing systems with the CKW-
55 Indicator. The CKW Base is engineered for static checkweighing operations that also accommodates all
types of weighing applications—from general purpose to washdown. With its easy-to-clean design to minimize
food traps, food safety certification and rigid stainless steel construction, the CKW Base is ideally suited for years
of use in harsh environments, and other wet-environment applications where sanitary requirements are high.
1.2 Features
• 4 Capacity Models: 3kg/6lb, 6kg/15lb, 15kg/30lb, 30kg/60lb
• 2 weighing pan sizes: 254 x 254mm (10" x 10") and 305 x 305mm (12" x 12")
• Resolutions: Maximum 1:6000 to 1:7500, Type-approved 1:3000
• Food Safety Certifications: NSF, USDA / AMS
• Supports HACCP compliance
• Stainless steel frame, pan and load cell (IP67 dust and water ingress protected)
• Adjustable non-slip rubber leveling feet with externally visible level indicator
• 6 rubber load pads and 6 down-stops for heavy-duty protection against shock and overload
• Manufactured under an ISO 9001 compliant quality system

1.3 Safety Precautions

For safe and dependable operation of this product, please comply with the following precautions:
• Operate the base only under ambient conditions specified in these instructions
• Ensure that the load cell cable does not pose an obstruction or tripping hazard
• Do not operate the base in hazardous environments or unstable locations
• Do not drop loads on the base
• Do not lift the base by the top plate; always lift from the bottom plate when moving the base
• Service should only be performed by authorized personnel
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