Introduction and System Overview The Roughdeck BDP is a fully electronic, low profile, NTEP-certified load receiving barrel scale that provides exceptional performance and serves as an economical solution in general weighing applications. The BDP comes in two standard platform sizes: 30 in x 31 in (.76 m x .79 m) and 36 in x 37 in (.91 m x .94 m), and in capacities from 1K- to 2.5K-lbs (500–1250 kg).
The supporting surface for the four feet of the scale must be level within 1/4 inch of horizontal. End Load Capacity 200% for 1K models 80% for 2.5K models Scale to Indicator Cable Length 10 ft (3 m) Approvals NTEP CoC 03-060 Roughdeck BDP Barrel Scale Installation Manual...
Installation The RoughDeck BDP can be installed either permanently or used as a portable scale depending on the intended location. There are certain requirements for installation based on the desired location of the BDP. The following sections describe the correct installation procedures for installing the RoughDeck BDP as a permanent scale or a portable scale.
For installations using access ramps, mounting plates are not necessary as the ramps have built-in mounting plates to secure the scale feet. SCALE DECK .56" DIA (2K–10K models) 3.50" ANCHOR PLATE FOOT Figure 3-1. Anchor Plate Installation Roughdeck BDP Barrel Scale Installation Manual...
Ten feet of 6-wire cable to connect the scale to the weight indicator is supplied with each scale. The junction box is easily accessible through a top access plate located on the top of the RoughDeck BDP. Use the following steps to wire up the junction box: 1.
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9. Check all strain relief fittings for tightness. 10. Put the cover back onto the junction box assembly and place the junction box back in the scale. 11. Secure the scale junction box cover plate. Figure 3-5. Junction Box Diagram Roughdeck BDP Barrel Scale Installation Manual...
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Portable Deck Installation The RoughDeck BDP offers an optional portability frame kit, which makes the BDP easy to move from place to place and can easily convert a permanent scale into a portable one. The portability frame is compact and sits below the live siderails so it will not interfere with weighing pallets or larger items.
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Ten feet of 6-wire cable to connect the scale to the weight indicator is supplied with each scale. The junction box is easily accessible through a top access plate located on the top of the RoughDeck BDP. Use the following steps to wire up the junction box.
The indicator must be connected and calibrated approximately, but it need not indicate the exact weight value. A test weight is required. The recommended test weight for all RoughDeck BDP models is 25% of scale capacity; for example, 250 lbs for 1K-lb models, 650 lbs for 2.5K-Lb models.
3. Place test weights on the platform equal to 70% - 80% of the scale’s capacity. If several weights are used, they should be evenly distributed around the platform. Perform a span calibration. 4. Remove the test weights and check the zero reading. 5. Repeat the calibration process if necessary. Roughdeck BDP Barrel Scale Installation Manual...
Service Information The following sections describe basic service and maintenance procedures. Troubleshooting Guide Table 6-1 lists some of the common problems and their suggested solutions. Problem Symptom Description Solution System does not Power disconnected Check and reconnect operate - no display Indicator fuse blown Replace the fuse.
Load Cell Replacement Replacement load cells can be ordered from Rice Lake Weighing Systems according to the part numbers listed below. Rice Lake PN Description Load Rating 64944 Mild steel version 1K and 2.5K 30649 Stainless steel version 1K and 2.5K...
6.3.1 Load Cell Wiring to Junction Box 3. Check that the threaded holes for the load cell screws are free of debris. Use compressed air The four load cells are each wired to their respective to blow out holes if necessary. terminals in the junction box according to the corner numbering system shown in Figure 6-4, and the 4.