Introduction
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1.0 Introduction
The MS200 Monorail Scale is for portable use and is designed to bolt onto a straight section of either 3/8'' x 2 1/2'' or
1/2'' x 2 1/2'' rail. The overall length of straight rail required for the scale and ramps is 41''. The scale body requires a 22'' space
between existing support hangers.
The MS202 Monorail Scale is for permanent use and comes with 52'' of either 3/8'' or 1/2'' rail. To install, remove a straight
section of rail, then cut the MS202 rail to replace the section removed.
A section as short as 14'' can be removed. Because the usual hanger spacing of many existing mechanical scales is
48'', most often installers remove a 48'' section of rail, and cut 48'' of the MS202 rail to fit between the existing
hangers.
It is recommended to place a new hanger near the scale to reduce flexing and twisting within the 48'' span. On both models, the
live section of scale is 8'' long with a slight concave dip so a trolley wheel will settle into the dip. Only one trolley at a time will fit
on the 8'' live portion of the scale.
Use only high strength L9 (Grade 9) bolts and flat washers to attach load cells to the scale frame.
Use only 140,000 PSI or greater fasteners on rail attachment points. Failure to follow this warning can cause
severe injury or death.
Manuals and additional resources are available from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems website at www.ricelake.com
Warranty information can be found on the website at www.ricelake.com/warranties
1.1 Safety
Safety Signal Definitions:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Includes
hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. Includes
hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to equipment or corruption
to and loss of data.
General Safety
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless this manual has been read and all instructions are understood.
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.
Failure to heed could result in serious injury or death.
Do not allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this unit.
Do not use for purposes other than weight taking.
Do not place fingers into slots or possible pinch points.
Do not use this product if any of the components are cracked.
Do not exceed the rated specification of the unit.
Do not make alterations or modifications to the unit.
Do not remove or obscure warning labels.
Do not use solvents or aggressive substances to clean product.
Do not submerge.
