Rice Lake RailBoss™ Rail Scales - Installation Manual - Manual (Page 5)

Introduction 1
1.0 Introduction
This manual is intended for use by technicians responsible for installing and servicing the RailBoss Railroad Track
Scale.
Important
Use the instructions in this manual as general installation guidelines, unless they differ from the
engineering drawings that are furnished with the scale. Engineering drawings always take
priority over the manual
Authorized distributors and their employees can view or download this manual from the Rice Lake
Weighing Systems distributor site at
www.ricelake.com .
Unpack the contents of the shipment and verify the contents are correct. Check for damage that could have
occurred during shipment, and report any discrepancies immediately.
The RailBoss Railroad Track Scale is available in Double-Draft and Full-Draft versions.
Double draft mode will weigh one set of rail trucks (all four wheels) at a time. This is optimal for rail cars that do
not fit on the RailBoss Railroad Track Scale
or for installations consisting of only one four-rail section.
Full-draft weighments require a dual-channel A/D input card installed in the 920i , and two four-rail sections of the
RailBoss Railroad Track Scale.
Before installing, ensure you have the following:
• RailBoss joint bars, nuts, and bolts
• Compromise bars (only if rail is not 115RE)
• Conduit and cable
• JB4SP Junction box (one for double-draft, two
for full draft)
• If necessary, new railroad ties
• All mounting hardware and related items
Recommended tools:
• Rail saw
• Rail drill
• Rail lifters
• Anchor and spike extractor
• Striking hammer
• Pneumatic hammer and wrench
Assorted mechanical and electrical tools
Figure 1-1. Double-Draft
Installation
Figure 1-2. Full-Draft Installation
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Note
Actual installation of rail sections, including rail cutting, tie positioning, and rail installation is recommended to
be performed by a licensed rail contractor.
1.1 Prior to Installation
Prior to the installation date, inspect the site, paying close attention to rail size and existing track condition.
1.1.1 Rail Size
Before installing the RailBoss Railroad Track Scale, ensure 115RE Rail Size is in place. If the rail size is not
115RE, compromise bars will need to be used.
1.1.2 Condition of Existing Track
Existing rail and railroad ties should be in good condition. Rail must adhere to main line standards (maximum
deflection 1/4" under load).
Existing ties and ballast should show no signs of damage or rot. Replacement of existing ties is recommended to
ensure the RailBoss Railroad Track Scale properly functions.