Rice Lake RoughDeck Rough-n-Ready System - Manual (Page 5)

Introduction 1
1.0 Introduction
The RoughDeck
®
Floor Scales are fully electronic, low profile load receivers. The RoughDeck scales are available
in sizes from 30 in x 30 in (.76 m x .76 m) to 96 in x 120 in (2.44 m x 3.05 m), and capacities from 2K- to 30K-lb
(1000–15000 kg).
All models use four corner-mounted, FM-approved load cells, with the cells recessed into the frame channels for
protection. Also included is a signal-trim summing board enclosed in a stainless steel, NEMA 4X junction box for
any necessary corner corrections. All models come pre-trimmed; corner corrections should not be necessary.
Load cell cables are enclosed in conduit through the main channels, and held down with replaceable cable ties near
each corner, eliminating the possibility of cable damage in portable applications. Also useful for portable
applications are threaded corner holes in the deck for removable eye bolts to allow lifting the scale from above with
chains. Because of the possibility of foot and load cell damage from forklift tines, the scale should always be lifted
from above with chains through the eye bolts.
The adjustable feet are used to allow leveling the scale to make up for minor floor irregularities. For permanent
installations, two of the four feet can be held in place on the floor with optional floor mounting plates to guard
against deck movement.
Other available options include custom frames for pit installations, and access ramps for all sizes and models of the
RoughDeck. Decks designed for use in pits can be ordered with holes drilled in the deck directly above each foot
for adjusting foot height with a screwdriver from above. See Section 4.4 on page 12 for replacement part and
optional equipment part numbers.
1.1 Model Designations
The model identification label is located on the side of the frame next to the slide-out junction box. Include both
model number and serial number when ordering replacement parts.
Note
A duplicate label is affixed inside the junction box opening.
The following model designations are used to describe the different scale versions:
HP (Rough-n-Ready)— Mild steel, high precision, NTEP-certified as “legal-for-trade” and FM-approved load
cells.
HP-H — 20K- and 30K-lb capacity HP models.
HC — Similar to HP models, the HC includes overload stops at each corner of the platform. This model is
approved by Measurement Canada (formerly LMB) and available for use in Canada.
1.2 Safety
Safety Symbol Definitions
Important
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided could result in serious injury or
death, and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided may result in minor or moderate
injury.
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to
equipment or corruption to and loss of data.