Service manual

Installation 7
2.0 Installation
As with any weighing equipment, the accuracy of the scale is dependent on the installation. The following points
must be adhered to when installing the
MAS-P Animal Scale.
In all installations, the scale must be level to ensure proper operation. All
MAS-P Animal Scales are equipped with
a bubble level (located on top the base frame – see Figure 2-1). Ensure the bubble is fully inside the circle marked
on the top of the level.
2.1 Permanent Installation
Rice Lake Weighing Systems recommends a concrete foundation (piles or piers) for permanent installations. The
foundation must be able to support the gross weight of the scale (scale dead weight plus scale capacity), and the
piles or piers must be situated directly under the load cell stands (see shimming location in Figure 2-1). The
foundation must not be subject to distortion or motion due to frost action. A qualified local professional should be
consulted to recommend the proper size of foundation for the location. Foundation dimensional requirements are
available from the dealer or Rice Lake Weighing Systems. Requirements may vary from one Weights and
Measures jurisdiction to another, please contact the local office.
2.2 Portable Installation
The MAS-P is ideal for use in many locations. Simply load and unload the scale as described in the Section 1.4 on
page 6. Locate the scale in as level a location as possible, and shim (with wood or metal shims) under the load cell
stands to ensure the scale is level as described above. Please contact the local Weights and Measures office
regarding the moving of the scale to ensure the validity of the certification.
Figure 2-1. Shim/Load Cell Stand Locations
Scale Cable
Bubble Level