Fairbanks Aegis Coil Scales - Manual (Page 18)

Section 3: Scale Installation
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OPTION 1:
Set the Platform directly onto the Locating Tools and the wooden shoring
blocks that act as safety stands.
4a. Install a Load Cell Bearing Cup into the Upper Receiver of each corner.
─ Grease helps hold the Cup in place.
5a. Insert the upper end of the Locating Tool into the Upper Cup on the Platform.
6a. Lower the Platform while holding the Locating Tool upright, guiding the bottom of
the Tool into the Lower Cup.
7a. When the Platform is set on all four (4) Locating Tools, keep tension on the
cables until the Platform is centered and straight.
8a. Use hydraulic jacks to lift the unit slightly and shift the Base Plates to get the
Locating Tools plumb, and the Top and Bottom Flanges FLUSH with the sides of
the cup.
OPTION 2:
Set the Platform on the blocks first, then onto the Locating Tools.
4b. When the Platform is set on the blocks, keep tension on the cables until the
Module is properly aligned.
5b. Use hydraulic jacks to lift the unit slightly, then install the Locating Tools.
6b. Shift the Base Plates to get the Tools plumb, and the Top and Bottom Flanges
FLUSH with the sides of the cup.
NOTE: DO NOT release tension on the lifting cables at this time.