Rice Lake SURVIVOR Advantage Series User manual

SURVIVOR Advantage Series
IM-Axle
In-Motion Axle Scale
Technical Manual
PN 203944 Rev AJanuary 27, 2022
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Contents
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Contents
Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com/training
or obtained by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department.
1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 FCC Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.0 Pre-Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.1 Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 Foundation Slab Cure Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.3 Assembly Time Estimates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.4 Recommended Tools and Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.5 Installation Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.0 Concrete Approach Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4.0 Scale Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.2 Frame Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.3 PVC and Drain Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.3.1 Scale Frame Concrete Pour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.4 Weighbridge Deck Concrete Pour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.0 Load Cell and Cable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.1 Load Cell Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.2 Self-Checking System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.3 Junction Box to Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.4 Indicator to Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.5 Speed Sensor Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.6 Single-Point Ground Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.7 Electrical Ground Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.8 Install Transient Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.9 Lowering Weighbridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.0 Trimming and Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.1 Load Cell Trimming Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.2 Trimming Individual Cells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.3 Trimming Paired Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.4 Calibration with Test Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6.5 Equipment Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
7.0 Software Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.1 Automatic Axle Weighing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.2 Serial Communications - Tickets, PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.2.1 Weigh Ticket (AuxFmt1, 2, 3). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.2.2 Weigh Out Ticket (AuxFmt1, 2, 4) - If Weigh In/Out Enabled. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.2.3 User Strings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.2.4 Print Weight Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.2.5 Rice Lake Stop/Go Green LaserLight2 (AuxFmt19) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.2.6 Rice Lake Stop/Go Red LaserLight2 (AuxFmt20) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
7.3 Application Setup and Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.4 Database Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.4.1 Inbound Database 1,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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7.4.2 Transaction Database 10,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.5 Hardware Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.5.1 1280 Screen Size/Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.5.2 Option Card Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.5.3 Digital I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.5.4 Serial Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.5.5 EtherNet TCP/IP Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.5.6 USB Device Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.5.7 SD Card Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
8.0 Load Cell Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
8.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
8.2 Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
9.0 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
9.1 PVC Conduits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
9.2 IM-Axle Scale Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
9.3 Speed Sensor Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
10.0 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Introduction
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1.0 Introduction
This manual is intended for use by technicians responsible for installing, operating and servicing the SURVIVOR Advantage
Series IM-Axle scale .
This manual includes scale installation. Use these instructions as general installation guidelines. Engineering
drawings furnished with the scale always take priority over these general installation guidelines.
Refer to the engineering drawings furnished with the scale for all component numbering sequences.
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
The IM-Axle scale system includes:
• IM-Axle scale - PN 201182
• Pit frame support beam (2 - 3 required) - PN 201449
• Speed sensor - PN 207129
• Remote display - PN 179525
• 1280 IM-Axle scale indicator with in-motion software PN 209396
The IM-Axle scale package does not include: approach coping, foundation alignment posts, rebar and mesh for foundation,
concrete, freight charges including material handling/crane, transportation permits and fees, and insurance transportation fees.
1.1 FCC Compliance
United States
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Canada
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la Class A prescites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique edicté par le ministère des
Communications du Canada.
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1.2 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 operate without all shields and guards in place.
Do not use for purposes other than weight measurement.
Do not place fingers into slots or possible pinch points.
Do not use any load-bearing component that is worn beyond 5% of the original dimension.
Do not use this product if any of the components are cracked.
Do not exceed the rated load limit of the unit.
Do not make alterations or modifications to the unit.
Do not remove or obscure warning labels.
Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
WARNING

Pre-Installation
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2.0 Pre-Installation
When planning the IM-Axle scale installation, the following must be considered prior to scheduling the install.
2.1 Site Preparation
Careful consideration must be taken when preparing a site to install the IM-Axle scale.
Traffic flow is only one way across the scale and must be planned prior to construction of approaches. Figure 2-1 shows a
typical site plan for the IM-Axle scale.
Figure 2-1. Site Plan Example
2.2 Foundation Slab Cure Period
Scale installation must be carefully planned around foundation pour and cure times.
Standard concrete reaches full strength after a 28-day cure. The concrete foundation must cure in a moist state for at least seven
days (three days for high early strength concrete). At seven days, standard concrete is approximately 75% of its maximum
strength and can handle moderate loads. Loading a slab before it reaches 75% of maximum strength may damage the
foundation.
Concrete curing time should be based on the site contractor’s recommendations.
2.3 Assembly Time Estimates
The following lists give approximate time estimates when installing the IM-Axle scale:
• Excavation for two approaches takes approximately eight hours
• The IM-Axle scale framing and rebar installation requires approximately eight hours
• The IM-Axle scale concrete pour takes approximately four hours to complete
• When scheduling installation, plan for a two-hour minimum crane rental to position the sections; the crane needs to
safely lift at least 5,000 lb capacity loads
• A two-person crew, aided by a crane operator, can unload the module from the truck, separate the deck from the frame,
and place the frame in the foundation in one to two hours
• Mount and load cell installation requires approximately two hours
• Normally all electrical wiring and final connections can be completed the same day
Actual times may vary.
50 Ft Concrete Approach
50 Ft Concrete Exit
Speed Sensor and LaserLight2 Remote Display
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2.4 Recommended Tools and Equipment
The following is a list of recommended tools and equipment for assembly and installation:
• One heavy-duty crane capable of safely lifting 5,000 lb; equipped with chains or cables for module placement
• Porta-power hydraulic jack with a three-inch RAM
• Socket wrenches for 1-5/8 inch hardware
• Box end wrenches for 1-1/2 inch hardware
• Open end wrench set (7/16 -3/4 inch)
• Four-foot bubble or construction level (transit)
• Small torpedo level
• Spacers for aligning deck frame to pit wall
• Hammers, maul and pry bar
• Hand tools for pulling and connecting electrical wiring and sheet metal cutting and trimming
• PVC cement for connecting PVC conduit pipes
2.5 Installation Notes
The 2.5 x 10 ft IM-Axle scale is shipped ready to be placed into position on temporary setting beams using a crane capable of
handling 5,000 lb. The deck is removed from the scale frame and the scale frame is positioned in the pre-poured foundation.
The frame is then positioned using the leveling beams included with the shipment. The deck will be added to the scale frame
after the concrete has cured.
General assembly order is summarized below and is described in detail in the following sections.
1. Install the foundation approaches.
2. Install the scale frame.
3. Pour concrete for the scale frame.
4. Pour concrete for the weighbridge.
5. Assemble mounts with load cells to the scale deck.
6. Run cabling through conduit; make all electrical connections.
7. Connect indicator and peripheral devices.
8. Calibrate scale.

Concrete Approach Installation
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3.0 Concrete Approach Installation
This section provides instructions for installing the concrete approaches.
Standard concrete reaches full strength after a 28-day cure. The concrete foundation must cure in a moist state
for at least seven days (three days for high early strength concrete). At seven days, standard concrete is
approximately 75% of its maximum strength and can handle moderate loads. Loading a slab before it reaches
75% of maximum strength may damage the foundation.
Concrete curing time should be based on the site contractor’s recommendations.
Install the concrete approaches on a flat level surface on either side of the IM-Axle scale equal to or greater than the length of
the longest truck that will cross the scale. Typically 50-60 ft on each side of the scale.
The concrete for the scale is completed in three pours.
• Both approaches are completed in the first pour
• The center, scale frame is completed in the second pour
• The weighbridge is completed in the third pour
Engineering drawings furnished with the scale always take priority over these general installation guidelines.
Refer to the engineering drawings furnished with the scale for all component numbering sequences.
Rebar schedule requirements will vary based on approach lengths.
Table 3-1. Material Requirements Rebar Schedule (Based on 50 ft Approach on Each Side)
Material Requirements
Rebar Schedule
Letter Qty. Length (ft-in) Description Weight
A 26 50 ft 4in #5 @ 12 O.C. 1,365 lb
B 200 12 ft 0 in #5 @ 12 O.C. 2,503 lb
C 12 12 ft 0 in #5 @ 4 O.C. 150 lb
D 12 5 ft 8 in #5 @ 4 O.C. 71 lb
E 26 50 ft 4 in #5 as shown 1,365 lb
Total Weight of Rebar (lb) 5,454 lb
Total Length of Rebar (ft) 5,229 ft
Misc. Steel
Approach Coping 3 in x3 in x1/4 in 26 LN ft. 127 lb
Concrete Schedule
Volume (Cubic Yards)
Approaches 46.3
Scale Cavity (Approximately) 4.8
Total 51.0
Table 3-2. Material Requirements Concrete Schedule (Based on 50 ft Approach on Each Side)
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Figure 3-1. 50 Ft Approach Drawing
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A
LEVEL
CONDUIT FOR HOME RUN CABLE
CD
BOTH SLABS LEVEL WITH EACH OTHER
C C
NOTE: CONCRETE NEEDS TO BE
VIBRATED UNDER ALL
CHANNELS IN THE PIT FRAME
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4.0 Scale Installation
This section provides instructions for installing the scale and pouring the scale deck.
Engineering drawings furnished with the scale always take priority over these general installation guidelines.
Refer to the engineering drawings furnished with the scale for all component numbering sequences.
4.1 Unpacking
1. Securely lift the pit frame from the truck and lower it on a solid, level surface. Ensure all parts are undamaged. If any
parts are damaged, contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
Loads may disengage from the crane hook and shackle or lifting eye if proper procedures are not followed. A
falling load may cause serious injury or death.
Never lift more than the crane’s assigned Working Load Limit (WLL) rating.
2. Securely lift the hardware kit and place it on a solid, level surface.
3. Ensure all hardware is undamaged. If any parts are damaged, contact Rice lake Weighing Systems.
See Section 9.2 on page 36 for a list of replacement parts and drawings.
4.2 Frame Installation
1. Prior to lifting the frame into place, fasten the installation beams to the pit frame using the hardware provided in
Table 4-1 on page 8.
Figure 4-1. Fasten Installation Beams to Pit Frame
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Figure 4-2. Pit Frame Support Beam (PN 201449)
2. Lower the pit frame into the center of the approaches.
Figure 4-3. Lower Pit Frame
Item No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 201390 Pit frame support beam 1
2 44382 Screw, cap 5/8-11 x 2-1/4 hex head fully threaded, zinc plated 4
3 99056 Bolt, 1/2-13NC x 2 hex head partially threaded, zinc plated 2
4 15083 Screw, cap 1/2-13NC hex head full thread, zinc plated 2
5 14672 Nut, 1/2-13NC hex steel clear zinc plated 2
6 187401 Anchor, concrete wedge 1/2-13NC x 3-3/4 carbon steel 2
7 15173 Washer, plain 1/2 type B series 2
Table 4-1. Pit Frame Support Beam Parts List
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3. Ensure the pit frame is level to both approaches.
The pit frame must be flush, squared up with the opening and level/squared with approaches.
Figure 4-4. Ensure Pit Frame Is Level
4.3 PVC and Drain Installation
1. Cut an opening into the deck foundation frame for the PVC drain and cabling conduits.The size of the space varies
depending on location and size of the foundation and approaches. Tools used for cutting the space into the foundation
are not provided.
Figure 4-5. Prepare Opening for Drains and Cabling Conduits
2. Insert the PVC drain and cabling conduits into the cutout space. See Section 9.1 on page 35 for PVC drains and
cabling conduit specifications.
3. Secure the PVC drain and cabling conduits. All PVC conduits are glued together to ensure secure connections. The PVC
conduits must be securely connected and correctly pitched to properly drain excess fluids and drainage from the pit.
Figure 4-6. Secure PVC Drain Conduits
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4.3.1 Scale Frame Concrete Pour
1. Ensure the pit frame is centered within the pit. Use wood blocks to hold the frame centered while pouring the concrete.
Figure 4-7. Ensure Pit Frame is Centered
2. Once the PVC drains and cabling conduits are secure, seal off openings with caps or duct tape so debris cannot get
inside while finishing scale installation. Also seal off all bolt holes.
3. Pour concrete for the scale frame.
Figure 4-8. Scale Frame Concrete Pour
4. Properly vibrate all around the scale frame channels.
Utilize the three holes located in the channel of the pit frame to vibrate the concrete while being poured. This
will ensure there are no gaps underneath the pit frame and ensure concrete is the correct height.
It is critical for the concrete to also be vibrated underneath the load cell mounting holes located in each
corner.
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Figure 4-9. Access Holes for Vibrating Concrete
5. Form the concrete around the PVC drains with proper pitch. See Figure 9-2 on page 35 for reference.
Ensure the concrete floor is tapered towards the drain for proper drainage.
Figure 4-10. Taper Concrete
6. Use a scraper to remove all excess concrete and debris from the load cell mounting areas and the tapped holes.
7. After the recommended foundation slab cure time (see Section 2.2 on page 3) unbolt the installation beams from the
pit frame and lift off. The pit is now ready to install electronics.
Figure 4-11. Pit Frame is Ready for Scale Deck
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4.4 Weighbridge Deck Concrete Pour
Use the following steps to pour concrete for the weighbridge deck.
Vibrate the concrete to ensure there are no gaps in the concrete.
1. Ensure the weighbridge is sitting level on blocks under mounting pockets.
Figure 4-12. Scale Deck Concrete Pour
2. Finish leveling and smoothing out the concrete deck.
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5.0 Load Cell and Cable Installation
This section provides an overview of IM-Axle scale load cells, junction box and cabling.
5.1 Load Cell Installation
Use the following steps to install the load cell.
1. Insert the alignment pin. The alignment pin assists with installation by providing proper alignment.
Figure 5-1. Insert Alignment Pin
2. Secure the load cell plate to the IM-Axle scale pit frame torquing bolts to 30 ft-lb.
Figure 5-2. Secure Load Cell Plate
It is recommended to apply anti-seize compound to all bolts.
3. Remove the alignment pin.
Alignment Pin
Load Cell Plate
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4. Assemble the load cell.
Figure 5-3. Load Cell Components and Grounding Strap Location
5. Place the load cell, upper receiver cup and lower receiver cup together.
Arrow on the load cell should point down.
6. Place the load cell, upper receiver cup (PN 201337) and lower receiver cup (PN 201338) in the load cell foot plate.
Orient the load cell so that the connector on the load cell is perpendicular to the length of the scale and facing
toward the center. Run the load cell wire through cabling conduit and attach flexible conduit.
7. Install grounding strap by attaching it to the pit frame and secure it to the load cell plate (Figure 5-3).
Upper Receiver Cup
Load Cell
Lower Receiver Cup
Grounding Strap
Grounding Stud
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5.2 Self-Checking System
A self-checking system protects the scale from binding and damaging side-load shocks. Use the following steps to install the
self-checking system.
It is recommended to apply anti-seize compound to all bolts.
1. Bolt in the self-checking bumper (PN 201226) as shown in Figure 5-4 torquing bolts to 75 ft-lb.
Figure 5-4. Self Checking Bumper
2. Lower the weighbridge into the pit frame ensuring it is centered. See Section 5.9 on page 22 for steps on lowering the
scale.
3. Place the self-checking bumper top plate (PN 201225) on ensuring it is centered. Bolt it in place.
Figure 5-5. Self-Checking Top Plate
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5.3 Junction Box to Indicator
A 40 foot section of 6-wire home run cable is supplied with the IM-Axle scale. It is to be run in 3/4 inch galvanized metal conduit
from the junction box to the indicator. A 30 inch flexible conduit section and watertight conduit connector is provided where this
cable exits the junction box. Galvanized metal conduit must be obtained locally.
1. Install the junction box mounting plate into the pit frame. The IM-Axle scale uses Rice Lake’s TuffSeal junction box.
2. Position the junction box onto the junction box mounting plate.
3. Feed the cables through the flexible conduits then connect the flexible conduits to the junction box, ensuring the
flexible conduits are properly secured.
Figure 5-6. Connect Cabling to Junction Box
4. Connect cabling to the PVC cabling conduit.
Elbows and adapters supplied by the installer.
Figure 5-7. Connect Cabling to PVC Cabling Conduit
Junction Box
Mounting Plate
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