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10.1. Good Weighing Practice: 1-Load-Cell Platform Scales
In order to guarantee a long-term operation, wherein correct measurements are
provided, the following principles must be adhered to:
Load the weighing pan steadily, avoid
applying mechanical shocks.
Place the loads centrally on the
weighing pan (eccentricity errors are
specified by EN 45501 standard, point
3.6.2).
Do not apply concentrated force (total
load in one point).
Avoid side loading, in particular side
shocks.
10.2. Good Weighing Practice: Custom Scales
It is forbidden to apply load other than intended for a particular scale:
beam scales; self-supporting, rigid load or load placed in rigid load-
transferring packaging:
