GPA weighing systems

TYPE-APPROVAL

Use, maintenance and installation handbook

Code 81320031

Edition 15/07/2004

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General index
Chapt. page

Introduction .............................................................................. 1 Definitions ................................................................................ 3 1. Safety rules ............................................................................ 5 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Warning and danger plates ............................................... General safety rules.......................................................... Rules for the maintenance personnel ............................... Premises with explosion danger ....................................... Description of the weighing systems mod. GPA .............. Main parts ......................................................................... Fastening types ................................................................ Application types............................................................... 2.4.1 Tie-rods.................................................................... Weighing Weighing Weighing Weighing systems mod. systems mod. systems mod. systems mod. GPA-C ...................................... GPA-NF .................................... GPA-NT .................................... GPA-T ....................................... 5 5 6 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 16 18 19 23 23 23 24 24 25 26

2. Identification data .................................................................. 7

3. Technical data ........................................................................ 13 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7

4. Testing, delivery and installation ......................................... 23 Testing .............................................................................. Delivery ............................................................................. Storage conditions ............................................................ Handling............................................................................ Installation......................................................................... Assembly .......................................................................... Grounding .........................................................................

5. Controls .................................................................................. 27 6. Maintenance ........................................................................... 29 6.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 29 6.2 Checks performed in Coop Bilanciai works ...................... 30 6.3 Periodical checks .............................................................. 30

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7. Glossary ................................................................................. 31 7.1 Glossary of the technical terms not commonly used ....... 31

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Introduction

This handbook is aimed at informing the operator - through explanation texts and pictures - about the provisions and the essential criteria for installation, correct and safe use of cell weighing systems and careful maintenance. The operator is completely responsible for the operating safety of the system; therefore he must know in detail how to use it properly. The user has to make sure that the installation complies with the regulations in force on the matter. The equipment must be installed only by skilled personnel who has previously read and understood this handbook. Always keep it at hand!!!! Always observe the instructions!!!!

The weighing systems mod. GPA comply with the directive 90/384 EEC

Important!! Skilled personnel is the personnel who, because of his professional knowledge and experience, has been expressly authorized by the person responsible for the system safety for the installation, use and maintenance of the instrument.

Important!! For no reason the user must tamper with the system. For any failure turn to the nearest service center. Any disassembling or modification trial by the user or nonauthorized personnel shall invalidate the warranty and the manufacturer shall not be responsible for any damage to persons or things. The information and the pictures on the following pages are updated at the edition date.

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Coop Bilanciai works for the continuous optimization of its products with possible modifications to some parts of the system. All technical data contained in this handbook are exclusive property of the company SOC. COOP BILANCIAI and must be considered as confidential. Therefore no - even partial - reproducing and publishing of this handbook is allowed without written authorization by the manufacturer. Moreover, this handbook shall not be used for purposes other than those connected with the installation, use and maintenance of the cell weighing systems.

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Definitions

The symbols used in the handbook for making the user aware of the different danger levels in the Use and Maintenance operations of the instrument are given here below.

DANGER!!

Information or procedure that, if not properly executed, causes death or serious personal injuries. Information or procedure that, if not properly executed, may cause death or serious personal injuries.

ATTENTION!!

CAUTION!!

Information or procedure that, if not properly executed, might cause slight personal injuries or damage to the instrument. Information or procedure that gives the operator advice on the best utilization of the system so that it can last longer, avoid damage or programming losses, optimize the work according to the metric standards.

WARNING

NOTE
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Important information or procedure.

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Safety rules

1.1
Warning and danger plates

CAUTION!!
Observe the max. capacity limits indicated on the plate.

1.2 Do not allow non-authorized personnel to intervene on the

General safety rules
instrument. Do not lay loads exceeding the max. capacity on the weighing system. Do not allow corrosive substances to fall on the instrument.

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1.3 Each maintenance and repair intervention must be executed

Rules for the maintenance personnel
by skilled personnel only. Before intervening on the weighing systems it is compulsory to cut the supply voltage off the electronic terminal. Do not make any welding nearby the weighing systems.

1.4 If the system has to operate in premises with explosion risk

Premises with explosion danger
this must be expressly specified when ordering. The standard system is not arranged for operating in premises with potentially explosive atmosphere.

ATTENTION!!
Do not use the system in premises with explosion danger. If the use conditions are different from the expected ones (temperature, humidity, etc.) contact the closest sales or service branch.

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Identification data

2.1 The weighing systems mod. GPA are designed for an easy
Description of the weighing systems mod. GPA
installation and use. They are complete with mechanical accessories for balancing any settling and/or thermal expansion and except special cases (see par. 2.4.1), they do not need any tie-rod or other movement limiting systems. Each module is equipped with a compression load cell (GPAC), flexure load cell (GPA-NF) and shear load cell (GPA-T and GPA-NT) with protection degree IP 67. They can be supplied in the version with electrolytic or anticorrosive galvanization and installed in systems in groups of three, four or more supporting points. It is possible to connect to these weighing systems any electronic terminal for the weight display of the range produced by Coop Bilanciai. The weighing units configured in this way are CE typeexamined in compliance with the directive 90/384 EEC.

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2.2
Main parts

For an easier understanding of this handbook the main components of the weighing systems are listed here below.

2 6 3 4 5
Compression load cell (GPA-C)

6 2 4 1
Flexure load cell (GPA-NF)

6 2 1 4 5
Shear load cell (GPA-NT)

2 1 5 3

3
Shear load cell (GPA-T)

fig. 2.2.1 - Main parts of the weighing systems

1 2 3 4 5 6

Lower plate Upper plate Load cell Connection cable to the connector block Fastening system (fig. 2.3.1) Fastening system (fig. 2.3.2)

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2.3
Fastening types

Plate with threaded holes

Ground fastening

Plate with through hole

1 2

1 2 3

2 3
1- Hexagonal head screw 2- Washer 3- Nut

1 - Hexagonal head screw 2 - Washer

1- Hexagonal head screw 2- Washer 3- Dowel

fig. 2.3.1 - Lower plate fastening

NOTE
Prefer the solution of the plate with threaded holes.

Plate with threaded holes

Plate with through hole

3 2 2 1
1- Hexagonal head screw 2- Washer

1
1- Hexagonal head screw 2- Washer 3- Nut

fig. 2.3.2 - Upper plate fastening

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2.4 The autonomous weighing systems are generally applied to

Application types
tanks or hoppers, caring to choose the most suitable weighing unit for the application type, as indicated in figure 2.4.1.

fig. 2.4.1 - Example of application type

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2.4.1
Tie-rods

2 1

fig. 2.4.2 - Example of tie-rod installation

DANGER!!
Improve the system stability and accuracy by limiting the tank vibration or swinging. Ensure the stability of tall and narrow tanks, or having heavy equipment installed eccentrically. Ensure the tank stability as for wind, earthquake effects or vehicle traffic risks. For a correct fastening fully seat the first nut 1 and lock it by the locknut 2.

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ATTENTION!!
The highest efficiency is achieved by connecting the tie-rods next to or above the center of gravity of the full tank. The tie-rods must be as long as suitable for the expected practical application, and this is particularly effective in reducing the vertical forces. The need for arranging the tie-rods horizontally must be pointed out. This is why one of the connection points should be vertically adjustable.

Coop Bilanciai does not undertake any responsibility for failing to install the safety systems.

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Technical data

3.1 The weighing systems mod. GPA-C are equipped with

Weighing systems mod. GPA-C
compression load cells with accuracy class up to 2000 intervals OIML, complete with connection box, and are calibrated with sample weights in our works. They are protected from oxidizing through a galvanic treatment.
200
No. 4 HOLES 14

175

15

175

15

TIE-ROD

Lower plate: no. 4 holes 14 - Drilling c/c distance as the upper plate

fig. 3.1.1 - GPA-C

Model Unit rated capacity (kg) 5000 10000 20000 50000 Height (mm) A 123 123 133 141 Unit weight (kg) 16.9 16.9 20.9 28.9

GPA-C 5000 GPA-C 10000 GPA-C 20000 GPA-C 50000

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Swinging limiter

A Swinging limiter

fig. 3.1.2 - GPA-C swinging limiters The two locknuts A must be tightened. The limiter is not installed in all the single units composing weighing systems made up of 4 or more GPA-C units. Safety stop

B C

fig. 3.1.3 - GPA-C safety stop During the installation, after having replaced the dummy cell with the GPA-C unit and after having fastened the latter, it is necessary: - to loosen the 2 upper nuts B and lock them at a distance of about 2 mm from the washer below; - to loosen the nut C by about 3 mm; - to check if the screw D touches the part E. Position the GPA-C units following the enclosed installation scheme. -14-

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Installation scheme
System with three supporting points

System with four supporting points

fig. 3.1.4 - Installation example for the GPA-C cells

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A 10 10

10

10

No. 8 HOLES 14

A B Model GPA-C 5000 / 10000 83 123 93 133 GPA-C 20000 101 141 GPA-C 50000

200

12.5

175

12.5 = =

175 = 200 =

fig. 3.1.5 - Dummy cells

3.2 The weighing systems mod. GPA-NF are equipped with flexure
Weighing systems mod. GPA-NF
load cells with welded bellows with accuracy class up to 4000 intervals OIML, complete with connection box, and are calibrated with sample weights in our works. They are supplied in the anti-corrosive version and are equipped with a suitable stop to protect the cell from possible overloads. This stop 1 must be adjusted to leave a clearance of 3/10 of mm when each single corner is loaded with a weight equal to the max. capacity of the load cell. While servicing, check if these stops are free of possible material residues.

10

100 11

88.5

80

20

178

80 140

Lower plate: no. 4 slots 11 - Drilling c/c distance 140x80 mm

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Model GPA-NF 50 GPA-NF 100 GPA-NF 200

Unit rated capacity (kg) 50 100 200

Unit weight (kg) 4.15 4.15 4.15

Installation scheme
System with three supporting points System with four supporting points

fig. 3.2.2 - Installation example for the GPA-NF cells

100

60 10
20 140 170 100 80 10

10 10 100 80 90

80 =

No. 4 HOLES 11 No. 4 HOLES 11

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3.3 The weighing systems mod. GPA-NT are equipped with shear
Weighing systems mod. GPA-NT
load cells in stainless steel with accuracy class up to 4000 intervals OIML, complete with connection box, and are calibrated with sample weights in our works. They are supplied in the anti-corrosive version and are equipped with a suitable stop to protect the cell from possible overloads. This stop 1 must be adjusted to leave a clearance of 3/10 of mm when each single corner is loaded with a weight equal to the max. capacity of the load cell. While servicing, check if these stops are free of possible material residues.

147.5
11

100

80

10 100 83

178

20

80

No.4 HOLES 11

fig. 3.3.1 - GPA-NT

Model GPA-NT 500 GPA-NT 1000 GPA-NT 2000

Unit rated capacity (kg) 500 1000 2000

Unit weight (kg) 5.2 5.2 5.2

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Installation scheme
System with three supporting points System with four supporting points

fig. 3.3.2 - Installation example for the GPA-NT cells

120

100

55

10

10
67.5 148 190 80

10

85

100

27.5

80

No. 4 HOLES 11 No. 4 HOLES 11

80

fig. 3.3.3 - Dummy cells

3.4 The weighing systems mod. GPA-T are equipped with shear load
Weighing systems mod. GPA-T
cells in stainless steel with accuracy class up to 4000 intervals OIML, complete with connection box, and are calibrated with sample weights in our works.

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They are supplied also with anti-oxidizing protection through galvanic treatment and are equipped with a suitable stop to protect the cell from possible overloads. This stop 1 must be adjusted to leave a clearance of 3/10 of mm when each single corner is loaded with a weight equal to the max. capacity of the load cell. While servicing, check if these stops are free of possible material residues. They are further equipped with swinging limiter 2 for the transport. After the installation, loosen the nut A, lower the limiter so that it does not create friction but starts operating in case of transverse stresses. Tighten again the nut A. While servicing, check if this limiter is free of possible material residues.

A
20

20

H C

Lower plate: No. 4 holes G - Drilling c/c distance HxK mm

fig. 3.4.1 - GPA-T

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Model Unit rated capacity (kg) Dimensions (mm) A B C D E F G H K L Unit weight (kg)

GPA-T 3000 3000

GPA-T 5000 5000

200 152 320 160 95 120 11 280 95 112 14.6

220 187 360 180 130 160 13 320 130 147 24.2

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Installation scheme
System with three supporting points System with four supporting points

fig. 3.4.2 - Installation example for the GPA-T cells

100

L
G No. 8 HOLES 11

10 10 10 B

20

= =

A D

= =

20

20

H C

20

12.5

12.5

fig. 3.4.3 - Dummy cells

For the dimensions, refer to the table on page 21.

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Testing, delivery and installation

4.1 All the instruments produced by Coop Bilanciai are carefully

Testing
checked and tested to guarantee a properly working and reliable product in all its parts.

4.2
Delivery

CAUTION!!
Carefully observe the instructions on the package. The transport and storage shall be made with great care; further avoid impacts and accidental overloads. All the material delivered by Coop Bilanciai has been carefully checked before the shipment. Depending on the dimensions, the instrument can be fit inside a cardboard package or fixed on a wooden pallet. When you receive the equipment, check if there is any damage occurred during the transport. The package components such as cardboard, nylon and wood shall be disposed of in compliance with the regulations on the city solid wastes.

4.3 When storing the weighing systems, check if they have been
Storage conditions
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If packed, avoid overlapping packages or other material heavier than the weighing system capacity. Further comply with the storage conditions expected for the matched electronic terminal.

4.4
Handling

CAUTION!!
The weighing systems must be handled with extreme care, particularly if they have no package. With cranes, use hooks, chains or ropes with suitable capacity and conditions for this purpose. Coop Bilanciai is not responsible for any damage due to an improper handling.

4.5
Installation

WARNING
Make sure the supporting system for the weighing system is flat, sturdy and able to support the expected loads. All supporting points must be stiff in the same way, to prevent tilting the tank when the load is applied. Locate it in a place easy to reach for the transport means, and prevent nearby tanks from hindering the weighing operations. Prevent ladders, pipes and retaining rods from deviating the weight, that must rest on the weighing system. If pipes or lines are to be connected with the tank, use the min. acceptable diameter for the application, using the horizontal pipe section for the connection and, if possible, a flexible joint. If possible, position the weighing system in a sheltered place, protected from winds and air currents. Avoid any impact, overload or movement caused by vibration or swinging; make sure possible connected lines or tie-rods do not transmit such vibrations.

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4.6 For the assembly schemes and adjustment of the safety stops
Assembly
refer to the chapter Technical data of the specific unit. For a correct assembly use the dummy cells (see table of the single units). Check if the supporting parts are installed levelled and flat. Otherwise, shim and level. Further arrange the structure for a possible fastening of the weighing systems to the upper plates (possibly through counterplates). In case of type-approved system, arrange the structure to ensure the possibility of loading the sample weights necessary for the first check on the spot, operation allowed to authorized Bilanciai staff only. Position the weighing system caring to protect the cell cables from noise sources; arrange raceways considering that the cables must not be routed together with the electric power cables, to prevent any malfunctioning. Connect the cell cables according to the scheme (fig. 4.6.1) applied on the junction box; in case of type-approved and/or pretested system, absolutely follow the numbers indicated on the cell and on the clamp. Position the terminal at a distance not farther than the instrument connection cable allows. Otherwise ask the manufacturer to install a new cable. The cable for the connection with the terminal is complete with connector; if it is not supplied, refer to the electronic terminal handbook. It is absolutely forbidden to cut or extend the cables. If several weighing systems are supplied, avoid mixing the components of the different weighing systems (cells, terminal, connector block).

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fig. 4.6.1 - Cell connection scheme

4.7 Connect the ground braid supplied with each single unit
Grounding (see chapt. 3).
Connect at least one of the units to the grounding system of the customer and/or to the electronic terminal by a ground cable, and one of the units to the junction boxes (these cables are excluded from our supplies).

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Controls

All the controls are gathered on the electronic terminal supplied with the instrument. Thus, refer to the relevant Use and maintenance handbook.

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Maintenance

6.1
Introduction

DANGER!!
Any cleaning, as well as any maintenance intervention, must be executed with the terminal disconnected from the power supply line.

To guarantee constant and proper operation of the weighing systems and to avoid the warranty loss, too, any part replacement must be performed exclusively with original spare parts. Any maintenance intervention must be executed only by technicians who have been expressly authorized by Coop Bilanciai.

WARNING
The data on the plate, the closing and certifying seals must no way be modified or removed. If they are impaired or removed, the warranty is immediately invalidated and the manufacturer is no longer responsible for any material and economic damage.

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6.2 The weighing system you purchased has been carefully tested
Checks performed in Coop Bilanciai works

and checked in our works in order to be properly set in every part in accordance with the metric regulations.

6.3 Make regular checks on the basis of the indicated terms.

Periodical checks

Before every working shift

- Check the weighing system outer integrity.

At the end of the working shift - Clean the weighing systems removing possible deposited residual substances.

Periodically - Check the integrity of the units and of the connection box. - Check the integrity of the connection cables between the connection box and the electronic terminal.

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Glossary

7.1 CONNECTOR
Glossary of the technical terms not commonly INTERVAL used

Plug or socket for the connection of the terminal with the outer devices. Min. considerable weight variation. It is the max. weighing capacity of the instrument, without necessarily corresponding with the max. structural capacity of the weighing platform. Protection degree for the casings and housings containing electric or electronic components. It indicates the protection of the electronic cases against the penetration of solid foreign matters (the first digit) and against the penetration of liquids (the second digit). Operator for the system use, i.e. the person that must have read this handbook and have a thorough knowledge of the operating controls.

FULL SCALE

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OPERATOR

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OPTION

Everything not included in the standard outfit. Serial number. Complete measuring chain (weighing units + electronic terminal).

SERIAL NUMBER INSTRUMENT

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BILANCIAI
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