Rice Lake Translink™ Parallel Link Truck Scale Assembly - Manual (Page 3)

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1. Introduction
In this Translink ™ manual, you will find a step-by-step approach to installing the
load cell mount in an easy, logical manner. You'll find complete information from
assembling and installing the components to testing the scale for weighing accu-
racy. Troubleshooting and replacement parts sections are also included in this
manual.
The Translink load cell mount is used for heavy capacity tank and truck weighing
applications. The mount is made of fabricated and hardened tool steel in capacities
of 25,000 lb to 100,000 lb. The pendulous action of the links allows self-centering
of the weighing platform, and the platform has free movement in all directions in
the horizontal plane. Install platform bumpers to prevent overtravel.
The mount is compatible with four different tool steel, double-ended shear beam
load cells. The RL75040A and the Sensortronics 65040A load cells are environ-
mentally protected styles, whereas the RL75223, RTI 5223, and Sensortronics
65040S load cells are hermetically sealed styles.
The installation should be planned by a qualified structural engineer. Each instal-
lation is unique, and this manual is meant to serve only as a general guideline for
installation.
Authorized distributors and their employees can view or
download this manual from the Rice Lake Weighing
Systems distributor site at www.rlws.com.