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Summit SB-1000 Bariatric Wheelchair Scale Installation Manual
2.0
Scale Installation
The following sections describe the correct installation procedures when installing the Summit SB-1000
Bariatric Wheelchair Scale.
2.1
Overview
Standard installation of the Summit SB-1000 Bariatric Wheelchair Scale consists of the following steps:
1. Select a site
2. Check levelness and smoothness of site
3. Unpack the scale, ramp and indicator
4. Adjust the four feet on the scale
5. Set the ramp next to the scale so that two of the scale feet set in the ramp foot keeper plates. Refer to
Section 2.6 on page 4.
6. Connect cable to the indicator
7. Calibrate the unit
2.2
Site Preparation
The scale must not be loaded beyond its capacity, even momentarily. Avoid areas where the scale might receive
damaging side impacts from wheels, or shock damage from falling objects. Avoid areas where water may
damage a scale not meant for a washdown environment.
The interface cable between the scale and the indicator must be protected against crushing, cutting, or moisture
damage. If the chosen site has such potential dangers, some method of protection, such as running the cable in
conduit, is necessary.
In operation, the scale must be level within 1/4". Either choose a site where the floor is close to this standard to
avoid excessive shimming, or modify the floor at the chosen site to meet this standard.
2.3
Unpacking
Remove all packing material and visually inspect the scale for visible damage caused during shipment. The
shipping container should contain the bariatric wheelchair scale, scale feet, a ramp, this manual, the indicator,
and a 10-ft length of load cell cable.
The Summit SB-1000 Bariatric Wheelchair Scale has one threaded eyebolt hole located in the center of the deck
to allow installation of an eyebolt hook for use when lifting the scale with chains. It’s recommended to use a 1/2
in-20NF eyebolt to lift the scale.
Figure 2-1. Proper Lifting Technique
