Loadmaster 800i/8000i: On-Board Weighing System
Loadmaster 800i/8000i: On-Board Weighing System
Loadmaster 800i/8000i: On-Board Weighing System
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1 – CALIBRATION SUMMARY
1 Calibration Summary
The LM 800i/8000i system operates in a Non-Approved weighing mode. Dynamic or Static weighing is
possible. The system is designed to be easily upgradable for Weights and Measures approved operation,
either for automatic weighing (AWI) or non-automatic weighing (NAWI).
There are a large number of functions within the calibration menu in order to optimise the performance of the
weighing system for a particular loading shovel and the method in which it is to be used. Many settings need
only be made on the initial installation.
The calibration procedure is summarised below. For full information on any of the settings in the calibration
menu (ref. Section 4).
Step 1 Work the machine until it is up to the normal operating temperature.
Step 2 Go to the "Sensor Setup" menu (ref. section 2.1)
(i) Set "Ram Ratio" The default value of 1.3000 is OK initially, for almost all makes and models of machine.
Known figures are given below.
For other machines, you can determine the correct ram ratio by the following method: - Do a slow lift and then
a fast lift. If the weight readings are the same, the Ram Ratio is correct. If the fast lift reading is greater then
reduce the ram ratio, and vice versa.
(ii) Set "Dual Sensor" to "DIFF".
(iii) The default settings for "Live Static" (AUTO), and "Mode" (DYN/STAT) enable both dynamic and static weighing
modes, and a live readout for the "last bucket" weighing mode. If you require static weighing mode only or
dynamic weighing mode only, you must change these settings accordingly.
NOTE: Some CASE and Liebherr machines should be operated only in Static weighing mode.
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8. Sensor Setup
"Nudge Key" - The option to switch off the NUDGE facility so that it no longer appears on the 'SETUP' screen.
"Zero Check" - Enables the "ZERO CHECK” function. (Default 'OFF' for LM800/8000).
"Mode" - This selects which weighing mode should be used. On LM 8000 models, "Dyn/Stat" is the default.
"Dyn" only or "Stat" only can be selected.
"Angle Sensor" Optional.
Enables the angle sensor input and selects the vertical axis orientation of the sensor. Select the icon matching
the orientation of the electrical junction box (looking forwards from the cab).
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“Sample type” : “STD” sets the system to sample a dynamic weigh procedure in the standard format, as used
in the Loadmaster 8000 series with earlier S/W version PS300-026 rev.38
“ADV” sets the system to sample a dynamic weigh procedure in a new format. This mode should generally be
selected, as it should be consistently more accurate in use.
Where this option is selected it will be necessary to mount the Ref / Dir sensors about 200mm from the boom
pivot pin, centre,set.
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1. Auto Cal
Figure 4
2.2.1 ‘Dynamic Full Lift’
NOTE: By default, dynamic speed compensation is switched off until the Auto Cal routine is performed.
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Figure 6b
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2.2.6 Zero
1. Lift the empty bucket at maximum speed. The instrument will bleep once when the weight is taken. ENTERING
to set "Dynamic Zero" is automatic.
2. Lift the bucket to the weighing position. The instrument will bleep twice. ENTERING to set "Static Zero" is
automatic.
3. Press the "ESC" key to continue AUTOCAL (Cal Weight).
NOTE: Sticky material, bucket wear, or faulty electronics can cause variation from zero. Zero the system for each each
different attachment used. Zero measurements are viewed on the “Dynamic Factors” and “Static Factors”
screens.
Figure 12
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Zero
1. Select "Set Angle Zero" using the down arrow key and press ENTER.
2. Park the loader on level ground. Press the ENTER key to zero both
offsets. The next screen is then displayed (fig.15).
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Figure 16
Figure 17a
The first screen enables Dynamic Speed Compensation and Proportional Scaling to be switched on or off.
NOTE: There are two Speed compensation options: - "Type 1" and "Type 2". After performing the Auto Cal routine,
Speed Compensation is automatically set as "Type 1" ( ). For hydraulic systems, Type 1 ( )
should be set.
The second page shows the lift speed alarm limits in milliseconds. If the lift speed between the reference sensor
and the direction sensor is faster than the “Fast Time” (the smaller value), the symbol appears on the MAIN
screen. If the lift speed is slower than the “Slow Time” (the larger value), then the symbol is displayed.
“Curve A” and “Curve B” give the correction for the change in lift speed. If a fast lift gives a lower weight reading
than the slow lift, then the figure should be decreased, and always –ve e.g. changing –11.0 to –10.0.
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Proportional Scaling
Proportional Scaling is used to compensate for efficiency losses in a dynamic or static lift, and is a scaling
factor based on the maximum load of the machine. It is important to perform the Speed Calibration routine
with the maximum load in the bucket.
The “Prop” factors give the reduction in speed compensation for an empty bucket compared to a full bucket.
Sometimes after an autocal, it is found that the speed correction with a full bucket is OK, but with an empty
bucket there is a larger error (e.g. 50 to 60 kg).
If with an empty bucket, the weight reading is lower at a slower lift speed than at a fast speed, then reduce the
“Prop A” factor by 2 - 3% until the error is removed. “Prop B” for hydraulics, is normally left at 0.00.
The normal setting for "Prop. Scaling" is "On".
A / B Zero Freq.
Zero signal from the sensors.
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The "Lower Limit" figure (Hz) is used when the bucket weight is below the "Threshold Weight". The "Upper Limit"
is used when the bucket weight is above the "Threshold Weight".
Raising the settings produces a less sensitive Surge Inhibit Alarm
Pre-set values are defined by the certification option selected (section 3.3.1) from the "Sensor Setup" menu.
Once the machine is used, the upper/lower limits can be adjusted if necessary.
"Threshold Weight"
The threshold weight = 50e. E.g. if the Scale Interval 'e' is 20kg, then the threshold weight is 1 tonne.
Figure 20b
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Correction factor
Displayed
Weight
Figure 21c
Frequency signal
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Figure 23
4. Enter the weighbridge reading ( ) and press ENTER (fig 24).
The percentage difference between the instrument and weighbridge
totals is then displayed. Press the ENTER key to confirm. All dynamic
and static factors are automatically re-calculated and stored in memory.
The screen displays the message 'New Factors Set'.
5. Press the "ESC" key to return to the "SETUP" menu screen, or select the
MAIN weighing screen to exit Calibration mode.
NOTE: To nudge the calibration by a known percentage, enter 1.000 tonne for
both the and figures, then enter the known percentage
figure and press ENTER to confirm. Figure 24
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Figure 26
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3 – GENERAL SYSTEM SETTINGS
3. System Settings
NOTE: Port 1 and port 2 have an additional configuration for "Screen" output.
This option is not applicable in normal use.
Figure 29
The top port is factory set for connecting an RDS ICP printer, without further configuration being
necessary. If another printer is used (or you want to select an option other than a printer), you can
configure the settings from the ‘SETUP’ menu.
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Comma-delimited Output
Set the output mode to "Data". The data is output as a comma-delimited string, e.g. in a format compatible for
import into a database program via a PC / PDA (Palm/Psion etc).
3. System Settings
4. Weighing Units
Figure 30
Units
Choose units of either kg, lbs., UK tons, US tons, Metric tonnes or cubic metres. If you select volume (m3),
then you set density from the MAIN operating screen (see Operating manual).
Resolution
NOTE 1: The weight total is rounded up or down, and it is this rounded off figure that is added to a memory total.
For lbs. or kg units you can set the resolution, i.e. to the nearest 1, 5, 20, 25, 50, or 100 lbs. or kgs.
NOTE 2: When a LM9000 is used in "non-approved" (LM8000) mode, the units are not displayed on screen or on a
printout.
Maximum Weight
flashes on-screen with a 3-second continuous beep when the maximum weight limit is exceeded.
Overload Log
Switch “On” if you want the instrument to log any weight entered above the target weight.. The accumulated
overload weight is displayed on the GRAND TOTAL page (ref. section 4 – Operation Manual).
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3. System Settings
6. Bleep Setup
Figure 31
3.4 Change PIN Numbers
NOTE: Requires the Factory PIN number for access (default = 4084)
3. System Settings
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2. PIN Numbers
3. System Settings
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4. Reset Factors
Follow the screen prompts to reset the instrument to the factory default settings.
NOTE: All customised factors including customer and stores data will be lost. It is recommended that you keep
a record of the existing calibration data.
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3. System Settings
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1. Factor Stores
To print out the Cal data press: -
Figure 32
3. System Settings
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3.8 ‘Module’
3. System Settings
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5. Module
Enables access to the “Secondary Software Module” (the ‘M’ soft key is displayed on the setup menu screen).
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4 – THE SETUP MENU
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4. Diagnostics
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NOTES
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