Rice Lake RL2100HE Stainless Steel User Manual
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2.2
Installing the 2100HE
1.
The type of installation and strength of the mounting surface governs the
method of locating, attaching, and assembling the 2100HE module. Carefully
consider three areas that commonly cause accuracy problems:
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Are the supporting legs adequately braced so they will not spread when the
system is fully loaded?
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Does the supporting structure have the necessary strength to prevent
excessive deflection when the system is fully loaded?
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Is there attached equipment such as skirting, venting, or piping that is
likely to cause binding or lack of flexibility?
2.
Determine where to position the mount and in which direction it should be
oriented. The 2100HE is designed to allow for lateral movement in the direction
perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the load cell. These tank weighing
units should be oriented so that the movement due to thermal expansion/
contraction is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. Sample mounting orien-
tations to accommodate expansion for different vessel shapes are as follows:
Top plate
Load cell bolt
Load cell
Retaining bolt
Base plate
Retaining plate
Bushing
Load pin