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Introduction The RoughDeck Floor Scales are fully electronic, low profile load receivers. The RoughDeck is available in sizes ® from 30 in x 30 in (.76 m x .76 m) to 96 in x 120 in (2.44 m x 3.05 m), and capacities from 2K- to 30K-lbs (1000–15000 Kg).
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in this manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.
Model Designations The model identification plate is located on the side of the frame next to the slide-out junction box tray. Include both model number and serial number when ordering replacement parts. The following model designations are used to describe the different scale versions: •...
Installation Overview Standard installation of the RoughDeck floor scale consists of the following steps: 1. Select a site 2. Check levelness and smoothness of site 3. Unpack scale 4. Adjust the four feet on the scale 5. Install mounting plates to the floor 6.
Unpacking Remove all packing material and inspect scale for visible damage caused during shipment. All RoughDeck models have threaded holes in the deck to allow installation of eye bolts with shoulders for use when lifting the scale with chains or using a spreader bar. ...
2.4.2 Mounting Plate Installation For permanent applications, the scale should be secured to the floor to prevent sideways movement. Two mounting plates, with holes that slightly exceed the foot diameter, are available as an option for that purpose. Lift the scale so that the feet are approximately one inch off the floor. Slide mounting plates under two diagonally opposed feet.
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23126 CELL 2 CELL 1 100 K 100 K Rev. A –EX –EX INDICATOR –SI –SI –SI –SI –SE –SI –EX –EX –EX 100 K 100 K CELL 3 CELL 4 Figure 2-3. Junction Box Indicator Terminal The cable must be routed to the indicator in a manner that will protect the cable from damage. Two methods of cable protection in non-washdown applications are shown in Figure 2-4.
Pit Installation All RoughDeck models can be installed in a shallow pit using the optional RoughDeck Pit Frame. Optional height-adjustment holes are available. The following site considerations and pit frame drawings are meant only as a brief overview of the principles involved with mounting the scale in a floor-level pit. The pit must be installed in a suitable poured-concrete foundation according to standard construction practices.
Access Ramps Access for RoughDeck floor scales are designed to bolt to the floor, with built-in mounting plates that attach to the scale feet. When used with access ramps, side movement of the scale is automatically eliminated, and no other mounting plates are necessary.
Adjustments and Calibration Mechanical Adjustments To accommodate minor floor unevenness, scale feet can be used to adjust scale height up or down a fraction of an inch. No jam nuts are supplied for locking the feet, as there is a slight decrease in accuracy when jam nuts are tightened. However, if the application being used requires jam nuts to secure the feet, they may be added.
6. Place the test weight over one of the other three corners and use that load cell’s potentiometer to adjust the load cell output down to the reference cell output. 7. Repeat this procedure with the other two high corners. Adjustments are somewhat interactive, and adjusting the three higher outputs may affect the reference cell output, especially in smaller scale decks.
Service information Troubleshooting Guide System Does not Operate—no Display • Power disconnected: Check and reconnect. • Indicator fuse blown. Replace fuse. Check for cause. • Interface cable cut or disconnected: Repair. • Signal leads incorrectly installed at indicator: Install according to indicator installation manual Display Stays at Zero •...
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Install Load Cell For Canadian HC models, overload stops should be loosened two full turns before installing new load cells. To reset overload stops after load cell installation, place a weight equal to 25% of the load cell capacity on the affected scale corner.
2K – 10K models: 1.625" 20K models: 2.16" 30K models: 1.66" Figure 4-3. Foot Pad - Side View 6. Route the load cell cables near each corner so that the cable is free from possible contact with each foot. 7. Hold the cable in position with the adhesive-backed cable ties supplied in the hardware kit. 8.
Replacement Parts List and Accessories The following tables list the pit frames, access ramps, and replacement part numbers for HP, HC, HE, SS, and HP-H model RoughDeck floor scales. 4.4.1 Pit Frames Table 4-1 shows the pit frames available for RoughDeck floor scales. Platform Size Pit Frame for Model HP/HC...
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Table 4-3 shows the standard access ramps available for 20K and 30K lb capacity RoughDeck scales (HP-H models) Ramp Width x Ramp Approach Length x Ramp Height Access Ramp for Model ft x ft x inch m x m x mm HP-H 20K HP-H 30K 4 x 4 x 4...
4.4.3 Replacement Parts List and Accessories Standard Plastic Junction Box Stainless Steel Junction Box Item No. Part No. Description 21172 Junction box, standard plastic - 4 channel, signal trim (HP/HP-H - H/HC models) 21173 Junction box, NEMA 4X - 4 channel, signal trim (SS and HE models) 26087 Strain relief flex fitting (HP/HP-H - H/HC models) 15611...
RoughDeck Limited Warranty Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) warrants that all RLWS equipment and systems properly installed by a Distributor or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will operate per written specifications as confirmed by the Distributor/OEM and accepted by RLWS. RoughDeck fabricated platforms and weldments are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for five (5) years.
1 to reach on-call personnel. Fax Number 715-234-6967 E-mail US sales and product information at prodinfo@ricelake.com International (non-US) sales and product information at intlsales@ricelake.com Mailing Address Rice Lake Weighing Systems 230 West Coleman Street Rice Lake, WI 54868 USA Service information 19...