Load Cell Mount Installation
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Load Cell Mount Installation
Load cell mount components (baseplate, mount blocks, anchor bolts, link, load cell, flexcable, and upper mount blocks) are
shipped in the hardware box and need to be assembled while in the load cell pocket. Remove the printed load cell Certificate of
Conformance (CC) forms (included with load cells) and store them in a safe place for future reference.
The following sections contain step-by-step instructions on mount installation, including the baseplate, load cells, upper mount
blocks (shim and grout), ground straps, and anchor bolts.
4.1 Install Baseplate and Load Cell
Use the following steps for installing the mount baseplate and load cell in the load cell mount pockets.
1. Remove load cell mount components from the packing box and position one set at each mount location.
Figure 4-1. Baseplate
2. Lower baseplate through pocket opening and onto concrete foundation.
3. Remove cover plate from the 90° fitting included with conduit assembly.
4. Insert the load cell cable through the exposed 90
°
fitting.
Figure 4-2. Insert Load Cell Cable Through 90° Fitting
