Rice Lake SURVIVOR PT Series - Manual (Page 10)

6 Survivor PT - Pit Type Truck Scale
2.3 Install Outriggers and Deck Coping
1. Install the outriggers on each module section using 3/4" x 2 1/2" bolts, washers and nuts at the locations
shown on the drawing. Torque all bolts to 260 ft-lb.
Figure 2-6. Outrigger Location
2. Position an L-shaped deck coping on top of the outriggers and secure it to the module frame with 1/2" x 2"
bolts, nuts and washers.
3. Assemble the center section deck coping to the end channels using four 2 1/2" bolts, washers and nuts.
4. Attach the third module deck coping to the center section and to the end of the module assembly.
To compensate for irregularities in pit dimensions, 1/2" shims are provided with the truck scale kit assembly.
These shims are to be inserted (if required) between the coping attach points and the module frame assembly.
5. Repeat procedure for the opposite side. Recheck module assembly to see if it is centered side-to-side in the
pit.
Figure 2-7. Optional Shim Placement
As an optional recommended procedure, and to make the module deck coping more rigid, each deck coping may be
tack welded to the outrigger at each contact location. It should be noted that during the concrete pour the deck
coping may bow outward towards the pit walls. To maintain a 3/4" gap between the deck coping and the side of the
pit, it is recommended that temporary spacers (3/4" bolts or shim stock) be used
between the deck coping and the pit wall. Remove spacers after the concrete has set and before the scale is put into
service.
Install the 3/4" bolts or shim stock and space at equal intervals between the deck coping and the pit wall
coping before welding.
2.4 Level Module Assembly
Using a suitable jack and shims, raise each module section so that the top of the deck coping is level with the top of
the pit. After raising module assembly, re-check module alignment to make sure that the top is level and centered
side-to-side in the pit.
Outrigger
Note
1/2" Shims Installed
Here if Required
Note