Digi-Star Universal Grain Drill System - Manual (Page 5)

Scale Bracket and Load Cell Mounting Installation
D3887 Universal Grain Drill Scale Mount 3
1. Assemble upper and lower bracket weldments to the four 1.5 SQ DB load cells. Refer to Detail A for
the proper technique for tightening the 3/4-16 x 2.0 bolt to the upper weldment.
2. Position the assembled Load Cell/Brackets on the four hopper corners. Mark and drill .531Ø holes for
mounting the upper bracket to the hopper. Tighten the upper weldment to the hopper with 1/2 bolt and
1/2 serrated flange mounting hardware.
3. Loosen the original bolts holding the hopper to the drill frame. Do not remove.
4. Remove the hopper mounting bolts on the left side and lift the hopper approximately 3/4” - 1”.
NOTE: Typically the hopper is raised 3/4”-1” to separate the hopper from the main frame.
It is recommended the hopper be supported by two methods when installing the load cells and brackets. In
addition to lifting the hopper with a chain or nylon strap, the hopper should be supported in the middle with
a hydraulic jack or stands.
Important: The lifting chains, bucket attachments, loader/skid steer or winch must be capable of lifting
and controlling 1000 lbs.
5. Mark and drill .531Ø holes for the left side bottom brackets. Install bolts to secure to main frame, two
per side.
6. Repeat for right hopper supports.
After hopper is supported, inspect the hopper drive chain or clutch to determine if additional chain links
may be required.