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Mounting and operating

instructions

SILO SCALE 8to

Code Nr. 99 97 0704

Edition 08/97           M 0704 GB

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Thank you very much for your confidence ! 

 
 
 

You are now the proud owner of a new Big Dutchman 

Silo scale 8 t

 

We are convinced that you will be extremely satisfied with it. 

 

 

 

 

EC Declaration of Conformity

 

We declare that the design and model of the machine described above, marketed by 
ourselves, fully complies with the health and safety requirements of the relevant EC 
Directive. 

 
 

Guarantee Declaration

 

This machine is guaranteed in accordance with the Big Dutchman International 
GmbH General Conditions of Sale for customers in Germany and the Big Dutchman 
International GmbH International Conditions of Sale for customers not resident in 
Germany. 

 

 

Note 

To ensure that your new equipment will always function properly and efficiently and 
to ensure your personal safety, would you be kind enough to: 
 
Study this manual thoroughly and take particular note of the warning and 
safety instructions before starting up the machine for the first time. 

 

 

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Table of contents 

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Table of contents 

1 INTRODUCTION 

1.1 Symbols 

1.2 Special safety instructions 

1.3 General safety instructions 

1.4 Electrical installations 

1.5 Maintenance 

1.6 Ordering spare parts 

1.7 Liability 

1.8 Disorders due to power failure 

1.9 First aid 

1.10 Copyright 

1.11 Waste disposal 

2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 

3 TECHNICAL DATA 

3.1 Weighing indicator WA991 (Code No. 20 00 3364) 

3.2 Weigh bar WB 1600 (Code No. 20-00-3351) 

3.3 Mounting set for WB 1600 under outside silo 

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4 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 

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4.1 Assembly of WB 1600 under silo leg 

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4.2 Connection of the weigh bars 

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4.3 Connection of the weighing indicator 

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5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 

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5.1 Software settings 

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5.2 Functions 

16 

5.3 Entering the quantity to be metered in / out - OP-Code - 

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5.4 Error messages 

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6 SPARE PARTS LIST 

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1 Introduction 

 

1.1 Symbols 

Upon reading this manual you will come across the following symbols: 

 

Warning against dangerous electric tension 

 
 

1.2  Special safety instructions 

 

Caution  This sign indicates risks or insecure procedures possibly  

leading to injuries or material damage. 

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Note 

This sign indicates notes leading to an effective, economic 
and environmentally-conscious handling of the installation. 

 
 

1.3  General safety instructions 

All established safety precautions and other generally accepted safety regulations 
and medical references have to be followed. 
Please check safety and function control devices to ensure safe and accurate 
operation: 
•  before putting into operation 
•  at adequate time intervals 
•  after modifications or repairs. 
 
Follow the directions of the power and water supply companies. 
 
 

1.4 Electrical installations 

All kind of work going beyond the maintenance scope of the equipment are to be 
carried out only by a specialist. 
Carry out all kinds of work at the device with disconnected electric power supply 
cable. 

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Check the electrical wiring and cables for recognisable damage before putting the 
device into operation. 
Replace damaged wiring and cables, before that, do not take the device into 
operation again. 
Let damaged or broken plugs be replaced by an electrician. 
Do not pull the plug from a socket at the flexible cable. 
Covering electrical motors can cause high temperatures so that fire results and the 
working means can break down. 
 
 

1.5 Maintenance 

 

Before working on the electrical installation always disconnect power 
supply! 

 
The assembly may only be carried out by persons who are competent and can 
guarantee a proper repair because of special training or their knowledge and 
practical experiences with the unit. 
Repair, maintenance and cleaning operations as well as the removal of functional 
disorders may generally only be carried out when the drive is turned off and the 
motor is in a standstill. 
Only work with appropriate tools; in case of possible danger to hands, use protective 
gloves. 
After any repair works, the user has to check the proper functioning of the unit or 
machine. He may only take the device into operation, when all protective systems 
have been put into place again. 
Spare parts have at least to correspond to the technical requirements fixed by the 
producer of the device. This requirement can be met for example by original spare 
parts. 
 

1.6  Ordering spare parts 

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You can find the exact description of the parts for ordering spare parts by 
means of the pos. no. in the spare parts list. 

 
Indicate the following for ordering spare parts: 
•  Code No. and description of the spare part or 

• 

Pos. No. with description and manual no. in case of parts that are not encoded 

•  Invoice No. of original invoice 
•  Current supply, e.g. 220/380V - 3 Ph. - 50 Hz. 

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1.7 Liability 

The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages of the machine resulting from 
unauthorised changes done by the user. 
 
 

1.8  Disorders due to power failure 

We recommend the installation of warning systems for a better control of your 
production units. By this, you protect the birds and thus your own economical health. 
In case of power failure, an emergency power-generating set should automatically 
supply the system with power. 
Emergency power units with universal transmission for connection to a tractor are 
also suitable. For further information please contact your property insurance. 
 
 

1.9 First aid 

For the case of an accident, unless specified otherwise, a first-aid kit must always be 
available at the place of work. Material taken out and used is to be replaced 
immediately. 
 
If you need help, describe the accident as follows: 
•  where it happened 
• what happened 
•  the number of persons injured 
•  what danger of injury 
•  who is passing the message ! (your data) 
 
 

1.10 Copyright 

This manual is subject to copyright. The information and drawings included in this 
manual shall not be copied without the manufacturer's consent, nor shall it be used 
for anything other than the designated use. It shall also not be given to third parties. 
The contents of this manual can be altered without prior notice. 
If you find mistakes or unclear information in this manual, please do not hesitate to let 
us know. 
All trade marks mentioned or shown in the text are trade marks of their respective 
owners and are recognised as patented. 

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 Copyright 1997 by Big Dutchman  
 
For further information please contact: 
Big Dutchman International GmbH 
D - 49360 Vechta, Germany 
P.O. Box 1163 
Phone +49 (0)4447/ 801-0, Telex: 25510 big d, Fax: +49 (0)4447/ 801-237. 
 
 

1.11 Waste disposal 

After finishing the assembly of this installation, dispose of the packing material and 
remains which do not need to be further used according to the legal provisions for 
recycling. 
 
After putting out of action of the installation, dispose of the component parts accor- 
ding to the legal provisions for recycling. 
 

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2 System description 

 
The silo scale can weigh a predetermined quantity of feed from the storage silo into 
the day silo. 
 

Silo scale 8 t, 4 pt. for day silo 

Code No. 20-00-3450 
 

 

 
 Pos.  Description
 
 1 

Storage 

silo 

 2 

Conveying 

auger 

 3 

Day 

silo 

 4 

Conveying 

auger 

 5 

Weigh 

bars 

 

6  Weighing indicator WA991 

 

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3 Technical data 

 

3.1  Weighing indicator WA991 (Code No. 20 00 3364) 

 

 
Current supply: 

230 V - 15 %  + 10 % 

50/60 Hz 

 

115 V - 15 %  + 10 % 

50/60 Hz 

 
Connection: 

Full bridge weigh bars type WB (all weigh bars are connected  

 in 

parallel) 

 

internal zero point potentiometer 

 

external clock for start of filling 

 

conveying auger via relay contact 

 
Display 

8 x 7-Segment LED 

Keyboard: 

7 x 4 touch-sensitive keyboard 

 
Software: 

240 WP99-1, version 1.06, edition 29.08.96 or higher 

 
Housing: 

cast iron, IP55, with 6 PG screw unions 

 

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3.2  Weigh bar WB 1600 (Code No. 20-00-3351) 

 

 
 
Capacity:  

2,000 kg 

Precision: 1 

Impedance: 350 

Ω 

Connection cable: 

10 m 

Weight: 10 

kg 

 

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3.3  Mounting set for WB 1600 under outside silo 

The mounting set for WB 1600  (Code No. 20-00-3457) comprises the following 
parts: 
 
Code No. 

Pcs   

Description 

 
20 00 3455 

Bottom plate galv. WB1600 under silo 

99 50 3898 

Express-anchor EXA 12/15 galv. 

99 10 3903 

Hexagon head screw M5x80 DIN 558 galv. 

99 20 1033 

Self-locking counter nut M5 DIN 985-6 galv. 

20 00 3459 

Pressure plate for WB1600 under silo 

 
 

 

 

 

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4 Mounting instructions 

 

4.1  Assembly of WB 1600 under silo leg 

 

Caution 

During the installation of weigh bars, observe and follow the 
local building regulations. 

 

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The four weigh bars have to be horizontal to the floor. The word TOP on 
the weigh bar has to point upwards! 

 

Pos. Code 

No. 

Description 

 
  1  20 00 3459 

Pressure plate (2) for WB1600 under silo 

  2  20 00 3455 

Bottom plate (1) galv. WB1600 under silo 

  3  99 50 3898 

Express-anchor EXA 12/15 galv. (drill hole 

∅ 12 mm) 

  4  99 10 3903 

Hexagon head screw M5x80 DIN 558 galv. 

  5  99 20 1033 

Self-locking counter nut M5 DIN 985-6 galv. 

  6  20 00 3351 

Weigh bar WB 1600 

 7  

Silo 

leg 

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•  The screw connection between silo leg and pressure plate has to be adapted to 

the respective type of silo, which means that holes have to be drilled according to 
the type of silo. 
The size and type of fixing screws also have to be adapted to the type of silo. 

 
 

4.2  Connection of the weigh bars 

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All weigh bars are connected in parallel. If the cable to the weigh bars is 
not sufficiently long, all cables have to be guided into a branch box, to be 
connected in parallel and to be connected to the weighing indicator by 
means of a common cable. 

 

BEIGE

BRAUN

BLAU

SCHWARZ

+

-

GND

P3

BEIGE

#3

BRAUN

BLAU

SCHWARZ

O+

I+

I-

WA99
PRINTBOARD

O-

CH

+

-

#2

BEIGE

BRAUN

CT

CCH

CHASSIS = GND

BLAU

SCHWARZ

+

-

#1

WA99 GEHAEUSE

 

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4.3  Connection of the weighing indicator 

The WP99-1 software comprises a software which can be used for silo as well as for 
container scales. This software permits weighing in and metering out of a component. 
 
Hardware requirements: 
 
Applied software: 240 WP99-1, version 1.06, edition 29.08.96 or higher 
 

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When an update is carried out by a lower version after version 1.06, all 
data have to be entered anew. For deleting all existing data use OPC 33. 

 
•  Install a relay which is switched from the Tx-output. This relay then switches the 

contactor for the auger motor. Only charge the relay with max. 50 V AC/DC and 5 
A. 

 
•  Solder a bridge above the resistance R39 on the component side of the board 

(see diagram). 

 

Wire shorting R39

E+

E+

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

P2

 4

  3

  5

 1

 2

Relay

-9-

-1-

To

Motor

(optional)

Ext. Start

-5-

E-

A1/Tx+

GND

R39

OUT

 1

 2

  4

  3

  1

  2

 4

 3

GND

IN

B1/Rx+

A2/Tx-

B2/Rx-

WA99 Printboard

File : BATCH.SCH (Rev. : 31/08/94)

WA99 Enclosure

 

 
•  The wire for external start may be max. 20 m. 

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Caution 

Do not put any voltage on the relay contact until 
•  the appliance No. 5 has been entered 
• the DIP-switches SW3-6 (A) - 10 (D) have been switched 

into OFF position  

•  the Reset-button has been pushed. 

 

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5 Operating instructions 

 

5.1 Software settings 

The entry for the silo scale is done via OPCode 1, which is described in the following. 
This code is automatically available, as soon as the appliance No. 5 has been 
entered. 
To be able to use the WA99 as silo scale, the following software setting is required: 
•  Put DIP-switches SW3-1 to SW3-10 into OFF position. 
• Put DIP-switches SW3-6(A) and SW3-7(B) into ON position and push the Reset 

button. 

 

During runup, information on the used software or the settings are indicated. 

•  Enter appliance No. 5 under OPC 70. 
•  Enter the calibration No. by means of one of the following methods: 
 

with OPC 71, standard calibrations can be chosen 

 

with OPC 79, manual calibration can be carried out 

 

with OPC 86, known data of a calibration can be entered. 

•  Enter the filter characteristics by OPC 65 
•  Enter zero point under OPC 72 
•  Put DIP-switches SW3-6 (A) and SW3-7 (B) into OFF position and push the Reset 

button. 

 

During runup, information on the appliance No. (d = 005) and the calibration 

 

No. (c = xxx) are indicated. 

•  Push Reset button to finish. 
 

 

Caution 

If the error message -Err95-  is indicated at the end of the 
runup, push the F1-button under OPC 97 (after putting DIP-
switches SW3-6(A) and SW3-7(B) into ON position and 
pushing the Reset button). 
Every error message can be deleted by means of pushing 
the OPC-button. 

 

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If data have been entered by OPC, after entering this OPC it can be left 
again by pushing the OPC button and it is indicated as described in 5.2. 

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5.2 Functions 

The silo scale has different functions: 
 
 

a)  Weigh a predetermined weight in (U), i.e. a predetermined quantity is  

 

 

weighed into an empty container, which is located on a scale. 

 

   

  Sign for weighing in  ─┘ 

 
 

b)  Meter a predetermined weight out (∩), i.e. a predetermined quantity is  

 

 

metered out of a full container which is located on a scale. 

 

   

 Sign for metering out ─┘ 

 

The system to be used can be chosen by the F1-button. 
 
  c) 

Weigh in a quantity up to a certain weight on the scale (r), i.e. the possibly 

   

remaining quantity is taken into account. If this value is already reached 

   

upon starting the weighing-in process, starting is not carried out. 

 

 

Sign for considering remaining quantity ─┘ 

 

Whether this function is used, can be chosen by the F2-button. 
 
 

r  =  with taking into account of remaining quantity 

  blank  =  without taking into account of remaining quantity 
 

Enter  Display 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enter  Display 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

∩ 

Enter  Display 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F2 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

r  U 

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d)  Meter a predetermined weight out (∩), i.e. a predetermined quantity is  

 

 

metered out of a full container which is located on a scale. 

 

 

Sign for considering remaining quantity ─┘ 

 
The difference to b) is that the scale does not allow a negative scale value, i.e. if the 
scale indicates a smaller value than the quantity to be metered out, the error 
message -Err65- is prompted. 
The container then does no longer contain a sufficient quantity. 
 
 

5.3  Entering the quantity to be metered in / out - OP-Code - 

For example: 1500 kg are supposed to be weighed into  a silo and the remaining 
quantity to be taken into account. 
 

 
 
Enter for example 1500 kg 
 

 
 
It is supposed to be weighed into the silo. 
 

 

  Sign for weighing in  ─┘ 

Enter  Display 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F2 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

∩ 

Enter  Display 

         

1  OPC   

  0 0 0 0 0  

∩ 

Enter  Display 

 

0  1  5  0  0  ENTER  

 

0 1 5 0  0   

∩ 

Enter  Display 

           

F1   

  0 1 5 0 0   U 

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The remaining quantity is supposed to be taken into account. 
 

 

Sign for considering remaining quantity ─┘ 

 
 
Back to weight indication, for example 32 kg are on the scale. 
 

 
 
Start „Metering in“ 
 

 

    this sign flashes ─┘ 

 
•  Now it is counted down from the indicated value to zero, i.e. the indicated value is 

the quantity which is metered in. During metering in, the sign flashes at the very 
right of the display. If the value is zero, the display automatically changes to the 
scale value. 

 
•  If the settings are not changed, metering in can directly be started by pushing the 

START button. 

 
•  Starting of metering in can also be carried out over an externally connected clock 

(see diagram). 

 
•  The entry for metering out is done respectively. 
 

Enter  Display 

       

   

   

F2   

  0 1 5 0 0 r U 

Enter  

Display 

shows 

           

OPC   

  0 0 0 3 2    

Enter  

Display 

shows 

           

START  

  0 1 4 6 8   U 

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5.4 Error messages 

All error messages in connection with the silo scale (appliance No. 5) are indicated 
by a flashing -Err xx-- and can be deleted by pushing the [OPC] button, after the 
error has been corrected. 
 
Error No. 

Description 

 

65  

During metering out (see OPC- 1), the quantity to be metered out is no 

 

   

longer existing on the scale. 

 
 
 

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6  Spare parts list 

 

For ordering spare parts please use the code numbers or position numbers of the 
respective component parts listed in the individual sections.