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4.
Vulcan load cells are plated for increased rust protection. Certain minimum maintenance will
be necessary to claim warranty of load cells.
Annually,
apply a high quality paint to the load
cells, bearing pads, and mounting brackets. For environments where high concentrations of
salts are used on road surfaces, undercoating is recommended (3M, Universal Rubberized
Undercoating, 3M P/N: 8883). Spray undercoating when load cells are connected to electronics
and fully assembled with bearing pads and brackets. See “Vulcan Load Cell Maintenance”
document 44-20006-001 for further details.
5.
Fill unused holes in load cells with grease, to protect against rust.
Never
grease the inside of
the connector.
6.
Check welds on load cell brackets.
IMPORTANT
: If a weld repair is required, remove the
load cell.
Caution! Do not exceed 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 C) on the load cell. Arcing
on the body of the load cell voids the manufacturer’s warranty and may seriously
damage the load cell’s structural integrity. The load cell must NOT be installed if this
occurs.
7.
Tipper Trucks: Keep bearing surfaces greased preferably with a Moly Disulfide type of
grease.
8.
Check and grease the rear hinge pin / pillow block assembly
.
9.
Check all wiring for condition, routing, and protection.
10.
Check meter for secure mounting and strain relief of wires.
11.
Check system for functionality.
12.
Review and address any driver concerns.
Typical Western Logger Mounting
Figure 5-C
June 21, 2006
VULCAN ON-BOARD SCALES 1-800-237-0022
Doc. 44-10032-001 Rev. C
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STRESS-TEK, INC. 2006
