Chapter 5: Optional Scale Guard Installation
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Optional Scale Guard Installation
Scale guards are used with the standard top-of-floor VERTEX frame to provide protection
against accidental forklift hits, etc. Scale guards are available for all sizes and capacities
of standard VERTEX scales.
1.
Locate the scale guard a minimum of 3/8" from the side of the scale frame.
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If the scale capacity is 500 to 5,000 lb, the 3" leg of the guard should be
vertical (equal to platform deck height).
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If the scale capacity is 10,000 lb, the 3-3/8" leg should be vertical.
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For a 20,000-lb scale, use a 4" scale guard.
It is important that the scale guard does not touch the scale platform.
2.
Two 9/16" diameter holes are provided for anchoring the scale guards to the floor.
Using the holes as a drill template, install 1/2" anchors into the floor (anchors and
anchor bolts by others).
3.
Insert the 1/2" anchor bolts and tighten them to secure the scale guard to the floor
(see Figure 5-1).
Figure 5-1: Scale Guard Installation Detail
Scale Guard
Platform
Frame
Anchor
Top of Floor
3/8"
Min.
3" (10K)
3-3/8" (500-5K)
4" (20K)
3" (500-5K)
3-3/8" (10K)
4" (20K)