Rice Lake RoughDeck QC-X, Installation Manual

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RoughDeck QC-X Floor Scale With Gas Springs
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7. Position the load cell to maintain the dimension.
8. Route the load cell cables near each corner to ensure the cable is free from possible contact with each foot.
9. Do not cut excess load cell cables.
10. Make a strain relief loop before routing the cables through the conduit.
11. Coil extra cable before it enters the junction box.
12. Pass the end of the load cell cable through the cable fittings in the NEMA Type 4X junction box.
13. Corner correction, trimming, and calibration are necessary after replacing a load cell. Follow the instructions in
Section 3.2 and Section 3.3 on page 12 .
4.3 Troubleshooting Guide
Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Guide.
Symptom Probable Cause Solution
System does not operate--no
display
Power disconnected Check and reconnect
Indicator fuse blown Replace fuse, check for cause
Interface cable cut or disconnected Repair
Signal leads incorrectly installed at indicator Install according to indicator installation manual
Display stays at zero
Faulty load cell connections Check cable connections in J-box at indicator
Faulty indicator Service the indicator
Erratic weights
Vibration near scale Remove source of vibration or move scale
Platform not level to within 1/4” Level the platform by adjusting feet or shimming
Load cell or cable water damage Replace load cell or cable
Debris under load cells or platform Clean
Faulty indicator Use simulator to test indicator stability; service indicator
Consistently high or low
weights
Indicator not properly adjusted to zero Zero the indicator according to operation manual
Platform binding Adjust clearance for free platform movement
Indicator not calibrated
Calibrate according to indicator’s manual and Section 3.3
on page 12
Faulty load cells Test and, if necessary, replace load cells
Feet touching deck’s underside Adjust feet downward to provide clearance