WEIGH-MATIC® Scale System
WEIGH-MATIC® Scales Installation
MF1291C
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11. Install upper main stands on the load pivots of the main levers. Place the four channel pieces over the upper
main stands as shown in
Figures 13 and 16.
Do not stand on the channel.
12. Check all bearing points to be sure the bearings are centered with the pivots.
The steelyard rod must be
plumb and the transverse lever must be level.
Figure 16. Channel pieces placed over the Upper Main Stands
Feed Bin Installation
1. Assemble the 6 foot
[1.8 m]
diameter bin according to instructions packed with the bin. Follow the
recommendations carefully.
2. Raise the bin onto the Main Stands of the Scale. Use the Leg Anchor Plates provided with the bin plus a
5/8''
[15.9 mm]
heavy washer at each leg to secure the bin to the Main Stands. Attach the Safety Chain to the
Upper Main Stand at each leg. See
Figure 17
.
NOTE: The Safety Chain should not be tight.
Figure 17. Securing the Weigh Bin to the Main Stand
Installation of the Flex-Auger Feed Delivery System
Note:
See the flex-auger operator’s manual (part number MA1000) packed with the flex-auger for
more detailed installation information.
1. Install a 30 degree FLEX-AUGER boot on the storage bin.
2. Mount the WEIGH-MATIC Screener or Bin Fill Cap Kit on the Weigh Bin.
Refer to the WEIGH-MATIC Screener Installation Instruction (part number MF1690).
Refer to the Bin Fill Cap Kit Installation Instruction (part number MA1038).
3. Install the auger tubes between the storage bin and weigh bin.
4. Use chain or cable to support the Auger Tube to prevent sagging auger tubes.
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Channel
Channel
Upper Main Stand
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