Rice Lake Mechanical Stationary Animal Scale - MAS-LM - Manual (Page 9)

Assembly and Installation 5
2.2 Permanent Installation
Assembly of the MAS-LM at its permanent location is recommended. As with any weighing equipment, the
accuracy of the scale is dependent on the installation. In all installations, the scale must be level to ensure proper
operation.
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 pipe lever fulcrum stands.
Note
Shim under the fulcrum stand if required to ensure the scale is straight, plumb and level.
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 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.
2.2.1 Install
1. Place base frame on a firm surf ace that is straight, plumb and level.
Overload bracket and hardware (four corners)
Location of wood block under
nose irons (behind subframe)
Lifting Lug
Lifting Lug
Figure 2-2. Overload Bolts and Wood Block Removal
The unit is very heavy.
DANGER
Ensure that adequate straps are used for lifting the scale and that straps are in the
proper location. See Table 2-1 for required strap lengths.
Ensure no one is near the scale when lifting and moving into the location selected.
2. Remove four (one set at each corner) overload bolts and brackets.
3. Attach lifting straps to the lift lugs inside the frame and using a crane or similar lifting device, lift the floor
slightly.
4. Cut bands securing wood block under the nose irons of the pipe lever assembly and remove the wood block.
Note
Retain overload bolts, brackets and wooden block for possible change in location of the scale.