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8 Multiple Animal Scale Portable - Installation Manual
2.3 Switching Modes
2.3.1 Convert to Weigh Mode
1. Place the scale in as level a location as possible. Ensure there are no obstructions under the deck that would
affect weighing accuracy. Check the bubble level. Use shims or timbers to ensure the scale is as close to
level as possible.
The scale will weigh properly on any firm surface up to 7% grade (4-degree slope).
2. Inspect all four corners of the scale. Although the scale will weigh properly up to four degrees off level,
individual corners of the scale should not be allowed to teeter. If any of the corners are not contacting the
ground, place shims directly under the base frame, under the load cell stands, to prevent teetering (see
Figure 2-1) .
3. Plug the indicator into the scale cable. The scale cable runs from the junction box (inside the base frame) to
the indicator (see Figure 2-1).
4. Connect power to the indicator and switch ON.
5. USING BOTH HANDS, raise the platform to enable the scale (see Figure 2-2).
The lift mechanism is an over center cam style lift and lock. If not disturbed, the scale will remain “locked”
in the up position. Always grip lift handle with two hands when raising and lowering the scale.
Cam levers point toward each other in weigh mode and away from each other in transport. See decals for
direction of levers in each mode.
6. The scale is now ready to weigh.
2.3.2 Convert to Transport Mode
When the scale is not in use, the scale should be locked down in transport mode to prevent any accidental overload
of the weigh system.
1. USING BOTH HANDS disengage and lock the scale in transport mode by rotating all four cam levers
counter clockwise into the fully locked position.
The lift mechanism is an over center cam style lift and lock. If not disturbed, the scale will remain “locked”
in the up position. Always grip lift handle with two hands when raising and lowering the scale.
Cam levers point toward each other in weigh mode and away from each other in transport. See decals for
direction of levers in each mode.
2. Turn off indicator. A stand alone indicator should be stored indoors when the scale is not in use. The weigh
center should be closed and latch to prevent damage.
Figure 2-2. Scale Lift
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W ARNING
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Rotate Cam to raise
scale into weigh
position, see decal.