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Francotyp-Postalia FlexiScale Operation manual

Manual is about: A Rate Calculating Scale for Letters and Small Packages

Summary of FlexiScale

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    1 flexiscale a rate calculating scale for letters and small packages operation manual version 1.0 november 30, 2000

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    3 contents 1 introduction ........................................................................... 2 1.1 intended use ...................................................................................... 2 1.2 safety tips .............................................................................

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    4 section 1. Introduction 1.1 intended use the flexiscale is a rate calculating scale for letters and small packages weigh- ing between .1 oz. And 15 lb. Rates include international and domestic u.S.P.S., domestic u.P.S. And domestic federal express. Appendix a includes a com- plete list of included...

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    5 section 2. Installing the flexiscale 2.1 unpacking the flexiscale your package includes the following parts: • flexiscale • weighing platter • operator’s manual • ac adaptor • interface cable 2.2 setting up the flexiscale after unpacking the scale, a small amount of preparation is required before ...

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    6 step 4. Turn the power switch to the "on" position to begin initialization. Step 5. Initialization – entering the origin postal code. When the power switch is in the “on” position for the first time, the scale prompts for the origin postal code. Enter the origin zip code. The scale displays the po...

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    7 section 3. Display and keyboard 3.1 display the display is an lcd (liquid crystal display) capable of displaying various sizes of characters and graphic images. As shown in the diagram above, the scale displays the class of mail available, selected special services, weight and calculated rate. Whe...

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    8 3.3.2 numeric keys the numeric keys (0-9) are used when numeric data needs to be entered into the system. The enter key is used to enter the dis- played data while the c/ce key is used to clear the current nu- meric entry. The c/ce key also returns you to the previous screen. 3.3.3 operator keys t...

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    9 section 4. Operation 4.1 system prompts the flexiscale prompts for information in two ways. • numeric entry – this type of prompt appears as a text box with underscores. Use the numeric keys to enter the requested data and press the "enter" key to complete the entry. If you make a mistake during t...

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    10 4.4 weighing a letter or package before weighing an item, make sure the scale shows a zero weight indication. If it does not, remove all items from the platter and press the "zero" key. To weigh an item, place it on the center of the weighing platter. Once the weight stabilizes, the scale display...

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    11 to calculate an international rate: action resulting display 1. Press the "c/ce" key until you see the "ready screen" as shown at right. Note: if this screen does not appear, press the "courier" key and select "u.S.P.S." 2. Place your mail on the weighing platter and press the "international" sof...

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    12 section 5. Advanced features 5.1 multiple labels the multiple labels function is used to print a quantity of labels. The maximum number of labels that may be printed is 99. 1. Press "zero" key. 2. Place an item on the scale. 3. Select a class of mail and the desired special services. 4. Press and...

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    13 1. Remove all items from the scale. 2. Press the "zero" key. 3. Press the "options" key. 4. Press the "rate change" soft key. The scale prompts you to press the "enter" key to begin or the "c/ce" key to exit. 5. Press the "enter" key to begin. The scale displays the current status of the remote r...

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    14 section 6. Setup features/options key 6.1 system setup the system setup function configures the scale for the customer’s specific application. The service menu is accessed through this menu. Press the "options" key. The scale displays the available selections on the soft keys. To exit the system ...

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    15 section 7. Rate changes when the u.S.P.S changes their rates, you can use the rates-by-modem fea- ture or the rate card in your scale will need to be replaced. A new rate card can be obtained from your local fp dealer. To install, proceed as follows: 1. Turn the scale’s ac power switch to the "of...

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    16 section 8. Troubleshooting problem possible causes and solutions display is blank. No power: • check to make sure flexiscale is plugged in and the switch is in the "on" position. Weighing tray is empty, but scale did not automatically reset: displayed weight is not zero. • press the "zero" key to...

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    17 error messages if the scale encounters an error condition caused either by the operator or the meter, the scale will beep and display a message to alert the operator. A de- scription of each error follows: message error condition invalid zip code indicates that an invalid zip code was entered. In...

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    18 section 9. Cleaning the flexiscale if you choose to clean your scale, never allow liquid to get inside the housing. Clean only the outside of the scale using a damp cloth. A small amount of rubbing alcohol may be used..

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    19 section 10. Technical specifications capacity: 0–15 lb x 0.1 oz display: 128 x 48 dpi, graphic lcd keypad: 24-key silicone rubber type legal-for-trade operating temperature range: 41°f to 95°f (5°c to 35°c) non-legal-for-trade operating temperature range: 32°f to 104°f (0°c to 40°c) power source:...

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    20 section 11. Service every flexiscale is checked thoroughly before leaving the factory. Should any faults occur in spite of our extensive quality control, please contact your local servicing dealer listed below, or call (800)341-6052 to locate a dealer near you. ___________________________________...

  • Page 21: Appendix A

    Appendix a rates, special services and functions united states postal service (usps) • 1st/priority mail • 1 st class presorted rates • 1 st class automation rates (all) • standard mail (b) parcel post • book • international air – letter, printed matter, parcel post surface – printed matter, parcel ...

  • Page 22: Appendix B

    22 appendix b international country codes 100 afghanistan 172 gabon 243 nicaragua 101 albania 173 gambia 244 niger 102 algeria 174 georgia, republic of 245 nigeria 103 andorra 175 germany 246 norway 104 angola 176 ghana 247 oman 105 anguilla 177 gibraltar 248 pakistan 106 antigua & barbuda 178 great...

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    24 140 n. Mitchell court suite 200 addison, il 60101-5629 (800) 341-6052 info@go-fp.Com.