MSI-6360 Port-A-Weigh Crane Scale Retrofit Kit Installation Instructions
The MSI-6360 Retrofit Kit updates MSI-6260 and older generations of the MSI-6360 to the most current configuration. Generation information is located on the serial tag.
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MSI-6360 Retrofit Kit Parts Diagram
Figure 1. MSI-6360 Retrofit Kit Parts Diagram
A diagram showing the components of the MSI-6360 Retrofit Kit. Key parts include the front casting assembly, bulkhead assembly, O-ring assembly, and various connectors and screws.
| Item No. | Part No. | Description | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 215841 | Front Casting Assembly 6360 | 1 |
| 2 | 215934 | Bulkhead Assembly 6360 | 1 |
| 3 | 149724 | O-ring Assembly Front Casting Paw/Trans-Weigh | 2 |
| 4 | 198913 | Conn, IP67, Euro Field Wireable, 4 Cond, Female Straight PG-9 | 1 |
| 5 | 145998 | Screw SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 SS | 3 |
| 6 | 162185 | Conn, M12 4 Pin Male Field Wireable 6-8mm OD Straight IP67 | 1 |
| 7 | 133597 | Screw Seal 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 SS Drilled Head | 1 |
| – | 145962 | Screw RH 4 x 1/4 U Type Drive Plated | 2 |
| – | 146565 | Screw FH 6-32 x 5/8 Phil SS | 2 |
| – | 149679 | Tag Serial Number | 1 |
| – | 215948 | Label Descriptive 6360 | 1 |
Table 1. MSI-6360 Retrofit Kit Parts List
1.0 Removing the Existing Front Casting
WARNING: Ensure that all power has been removed prior to starting the procedure.
- Turn the MSI-6360 off.
- Remove the front casting by loosening the screws securing it. See Figure 2.
- Unplug the load cell and power cables from the front casting or bulkhead. Discard casting and hardware.
- With one hand, support the battery access cover.
- Release the two latches holding the battery access cover.
- Carefully lower the cover while holding the battery in place, it could be loose and fall causing damage.
- Remove the battery by pulling straight back.
- Close the cover and secure with latches.
- Remove the battery casting by loosening the screws securing it. Retain for re-installation.
Figure 2. Front Casting Removal
A diagram illustrating the removal of the front casting. It shows the front casting, mid-casting, battery casting, and the front casting screws.
2.0 Rewiring Load Cell Cable
- Locate the cable coming out of the load cell.
- Cut the connector off as close to the connector as possible.
- Strip the cable jacket as needed to allow 1/2 – 3/4 inch of exposed conductors, Red, Green, White and Black.
- Cut the shield/drain wire flush with the end of jacket.
- Strip the Red, Green, White and Black wires approximately 1/4 inch and tin with solder.
- Connect the wires to the connector together as shown in Table 2. and Figure 3.
| L/C Cable Conductor Color | Function | Connector Pin Number |
|---|---|---|
| Red | +Excitation | 1 |
| Black | -Excitation | 2 |
| Green | +Signal | 3 |
| White | -Signal | 4 |
Table 2. Load Cell Cable Connections
Figure 3. L/C Cable Connector
A diagram of the Load Cell (L/C) cable connector, showing the pin configuration.
3.0 Rewiring the Battery Cable
- Locate the power cable coming from the inside of the battery casting.
- Cut the connector off the battery cable as close to the connector as possible.
- Strip the cable jacket as needed to allow 1/2 – 3/4 inch of exposed conductors, Red and Black.
- Cut the shield/drain wire flush with the end of jacket.
- Strip the Red and Back wires approximately 1/4 inch and tin with solder.
- Connect wire to the connector as shown in Table 3. and Figure 4.
| Battery Cable Conductor Color | Function | 198913 Connector Pin Number |
|---|---|---|
| Red | + Battery | 1 |
| Black | - Battery | 2 |
| – | Not Used | 3 |
| – | Not Used | 4 |
Table 3. Power Cable Connections
Figure 4. Battery Cable Connector
A diagram of the Battery Cable Connector, showing the pin configuration.
4.0 Reassembling the Unit
- Place the o-ring in the groove on the bulkhead of the supplied front casting. Ensure bulkhead is correctly aligned on the front casting.
- Plug the updated cables into the cable connectors on the bulkhead. Load cell cable connects to the male connector and power cable connects to the female connector.
- Place the front casting assembly on mid-casting assembly and secure with the supplied 3/8 inch drive head screws, torqued to 20–25 ft-lbs (see Figure 2 on page 2).
IMPORTANT:
To comply with NTEP, remove the old serial tag on the mid casting. The new serial tag is located on the front casting.- Reinstall the battery casting securing with the retained hardware.
- Calibrate the unit, see the technical manual (PN 216128) for the calibration procedure.
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