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1.0 Introduction
1.1 General Description
The RoughDeck™ Floor Scales are fully electronic, low
profile load receivers. The RoughDeck scales are 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
(1000–15000Kg).TheRoughDeckcomesinseveralversions,
including the stainless steel HE model designed for harsh
washdown environments. In addition to those models, this
manual pertains to the RoughDecks utilizing the plastic
junction box.
All models use four corner-mounted, FM-approved load
cells, with the cells recessed into the frame channels for
protection. Also included is a signal-trim summing board
enclosed in a junction box for any necessary corner
corrections . The stainless steel models use a stainless steel
NEMAType4Xjunctionbox.Mildsteelmodelsfeaturethe
same board housed in a standard plastic junction box. All
modelscomepre-trimmed;corner corrections shouldnotbe
necessary.
Load cell cables are enclosed in conduit through the main
channels, and held down with replaceable cable ties near
each corner, eliminating the possibility of cable damage in
portable applications. Also useful for portable applications
arethreadedcornerholesinthedeckforremovableeyebolts
toallowliftingthescalefromabove with chains. Becauseof
the possibility of foot and load cell damage from forklift
tines, the scale should always be lifted from above with
chains through the eyebolts.
The adjustable feet are used to allow leveling the scale to
make up for minor floor irregularities. For permanent
installations, two of the four feet can be held in place on the
floor with optional floor mounting plates to guard against
deck movement.
Other available options include custom frames for pit
installations,andaccessrampsforallsizesandmodelsofthe
RoughDeck. Decks designed for use in pits can be ordered
with holes drilled in the deck directly above each foot for
adjusting foot height with a screwdriver from above. See
Section4.4forreplacementpartandoptionalequipmentpart
numbers.
1.2 Model Designations
The model identification label is located on the side of the
framenextto theslide-outjunctionbox. Include bothmodel
numberandserialnumberwhenorderingreplacementparts.
NOTE:
A duplicate label is afixed inside the J-Box opening.
The following model designations are used to describe the
different scale versions:
HP— Mild steel, high precision, NTEP-certified as “legal-
for-trade” and FM-approved load cells.
HP-H — 20K- and 30K-lb capacity HP models.
HC—SimilartoHPmodels,theHCincludesoverloadstops
at each corner of the platform. This model is approved by
MeasurementCanada(formerlyLMB)andavailableforuse
in Canada.
SS—Non-washdownstainlesssteel,NTEP-certifiedmodel,
for dry chemical and corrosive environments.
HE—Washdownstainlesssteel, external mounted,NTEP-
certified model with welded-seal load cells and NEMA 4X
J-box for hostile environments.
AL — Black anodized aluminum construction, non-
washdown, lightweight, low-profile design.
1.3 Operating Requirements
Electrical Grounding
For systems where the scale is connected to a 115 VAC
circuit, the indicator must be directly connected to an earth
ground with a ground interface cable of no more than 3Ω
resistance throughout its length.
Load Cell Excitation
Rated Excitation: 10 VDC
Maximum Excitation: 15 VDC
Grade Level Requirements
The supporting surface for the four feet of the scale must be
level within 1/4in. of horizontal.
Safe Static Overloading Capacity
Maximum: 150% of scale capacity
Nominal Scale Height
2K–10K lb (1000–5000 Kg) models: 3.5 in (89 mm)
20K lb (10000 Kg) models: 4.0 in (102 mm)
30K lb (15000 Kg) models: 5.0 in (127 mm)