Fairbanks Aegis Drum Scales User Manual

Installation Manual
Aegis Drum Scale
© 2008-2010 by Fairbanks Scales, Inc. Revision 2 04/10 All rights reserved
51190
Aegis Stainless Steel Drum Scale, shown
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AEGIS DRUM SCALE
Document 51190
Manufactured by Fairbanks Scales Inc.
821 Locust
Kansas City, Missouri 64106
Created 07/08 Created Document Revision 1 07/08 Preliminary Release Revision 2 04/10 Corrected part number on page 29.
with optional Ramp and Integral Pillar
Disclaimer
Every effort has bee n made to provide com plete and accurate inform ation in this manual. However, although this manual m ay include a specifically identi fied warranty notice for the product, Fairbanks Scales makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents of this manual, and reserves the right to make changes to this manual without notice when and as improvements are made.
Fairbanks Scales shal l not be liable f or any loss, damage, c ost of repairs, i ncidental or conseq uential damages of any kind, whether or not based on express or implied warrant y, contract, negligence, or strict liability arising in connection with the design, development, installation, or use of the scale.
© Copyright 2008-2010
This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved; no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................. 5
SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................. 7
1.1. Introduction ................................................................................................................ 7
1.1.1. Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 7
1.1.2. Applications.......................................................................................................................... 8
1.1.3. Accessories.......................................................................................................................... 8
1.2. General Service Policy ............................................................................................... 9
1.3. Conferring with Our Client ........................................................................................ 10
1.3.1. Service technician’ s Responsibilies .................................................................................. 10
1.3.2. Users’ Responsibility ......................................................................................................... 10
SECTION 2: SCALE INSTALLATION ...................................................................... 11
2.1. Overview .................................................................................................................. 11
2.1.1. Physical Installation Notes ................................................................................................. 11
2.1.2. Pre-Installation Checklist ................................................................................................... 12
2.1.3. Unpacking .......................................................................................................................... 12
2.1.4. Positioning the Equipment ................................................................................................. 13
2.2. Installation Steps...................................................................................................... 14
2.2.1. Assembling the Scale Platform ...................................................................................... 14
2.2.2. Wheel Kit Assembly Steps ................................................................................................. 15
2.2.2. Wheel Kit Assembly Steps, Continued .............................................................................. 16
2.2.3. Installing the Ramp(s) ........................................................................................................ 17
2.2.4. Installing Ramp(s) With Integral Pillar ............................................................................... 17
SECTION 3: USER OPERATIONS .......................................................................... 18
3.1. Moving the Scale with a Wheel Kit .......................................................................... 18
3.2. Changing Position of Top Plate ............................................................................... 18
SECTION 4: SERVICE & MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 19
4.1. General Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 19
4.2. Scale Platform Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 20
4.2.1. Scale Platform Testing ....................................................................................................... 20
4.2.2. Load Cell Testing ............................................................................................................... 20
4.2.3. Load Cell Replacement Steps ........................................................................................... 21
4.2.3. Load Cell Replacement Steps, Continued ......................................................................... 22
SECTION 5: PARTS ................................................................................................. 24
5.1. 30 x 30 Mild Steel Parts List (p/n 28374) .................................................................. 24
5.2. 30 x 30 Mild Steel Parts Diagram (p/n 28374) ......................................................... 25
5.3. 30 x 30 Stainless Steel Parts List (p/n 28379) ......................................................... 26
5.4. 30 x 30 Parts Diagram (p/n 28379) ......................................................................... 27
5.5. 38 x 38 Mild Steel Parts List (p/n 28723) ................................................................. 28
5.6. 38 x 38 Mild Steel Parts DIAGRAM (p/n 28723) ...................................................... 29
5.6. 38 x 38 Mild Steel Parts Diagram (p/n 28723) .......................................................... 30
5.7. 38 x 38 Stainless Steel Parts List (p/n 28726) ......................................................... 31
5.9. Accessory Part Numbers ......................................................................................... 32
Section 1: General Information
Accuracy
Ultra-low profile for easy on- and off-loading.
1.1. INTRODUCTION
The Aegis Drum Scale has a one-and­a-half inch (1½”) low profile for easy on­and off-loading.
Threaded half-inch (½”) holes for
inserting Eyebolts, to make the Platform easy to move.
Available in Mild Steel and Stainless
Steel.
Stainless Steel Load Cells are used on all models.
However on the Stainless Steel Platform Models, the Lo ad Cell s have a
“true” hermetically sealed (IP69K) rating (optional on Mild Steel Models).
The Aegis Drum Scale is used with either analog or digital weight indicators.
Three inch (3”) high Side Rails for pallet weighing.
The Platform is supported by four (4) 17-4ph Stainless Steel Shear Beam Load
Cells.
Bubble Level for platform leveling confirmation.
Shown with optional Ramp.
1.1.1. Specifications
Feature Description
Platform Sizes Overall Dimensions Scale Capacities Endloading Load Cell Excitation Instrument Signal Temperatures
Humidity 10 to 100%, Wash-down (Stainless Steel models only)
Power Cable Adjustment Limits
Construction Approvals
30” x 30” x 1-½” and 38” x 38” x 1-½” 41” x 30” x 3” and 49” x 38” x 3” 500, 1000, 2000 and 2500 l bs . 100% of capacity all models except 2,500 lb model which is rated at 80%. 5 to15 VDC Analog or Digital Operating: -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F)
Storage: -20°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F)
Platform Accuracy up to 0.02% Thirty cable feet (30’) of four (4) conductor interface cable; PVC jacketed.
Scale must be level within three degrees (3°).
Height adjustment allows for up to one-quarter inch (¼”) per foot.
Mild steel with black enamel finish; Type 304 PH stainless steel, brushed. Both Stainless Steel and Mild Steel have
NTEP and CWM approvals PENDING.
FM Approved Load Cells.
Section 1: Genera l Information
SHOCKLOAD
Example of Load Cell from a Mild Steel Scale
1.1.2. Applications
Manufacturing Food & Beverage Chemical Textile Scrap or Recycling Pharmaceutical
1.1.3. Accessories
Available modifications and accessories include the following:
Loading Ramp Stand-alone Pillar Ramp with Pillar Intrinsically Safe Controller Wheel Kit Quad-multiplexer Board Factory Calibration and Quick Disconnect (not available for Intrinsically Safe Instrument)
DO NOT
THE SCALE!
.
“True” Hermetically Sealed Load Cells
used on both the Stainless and
Mild Steel
Prevents problems with accidental
models.
spills and washdown.
Section 1: Genera l Information
Absolutely NO physical, electrical or program modifications other than
warranties.
WARNING!
1.2. GENERAL SERVICE POLICY
Prior to installation, always verify that the equipment satisfies the customer's requirements as supplied, and as described in this manual.
If the equipment cannot satisfy the application and the application cannot be modified to meet the design parameters of the
equipment, the installati on
should NOT be attempted.
It is the customer/operator's responsibility to ensure the equipment provided by Fairbanks is operated within the parameters of the equipment's speci fi c a ti ons and pr ot ec t e d fr om ac c idental or malicious damage.
selection of standard options and accessories can be made by customers to this equipment
Repairs are performed by Fairbanks Scales Service Technicians and Authorized Distributor Personnel ONLY!
Failure to comply with this policy voids all implied and/or written
Section 1: Genera l Information
1.3. CONFERRING WITH OUR CLIENT
The technician must be prepared to recommend the arrangement of components
which provide the most efficient layout, using the equipment to the best possible advantage.
The warranty policy must be explained and reviewed with the customer.
Refer to Instrument Manual for power requirements.
1.3.1. Service technician’ s Responsibilies
All electronic and mechanical calibrations and/or adjustments required for making
this equipment perform to accuracy and operational specifications are considered to be part of the installation.
They are included in the installation charge. Only those charges which are incurred as a result of the equipment's inability
to be adjusted or calibrated to performance specifications may be charged to warranty.
If the equipm ent consists of printed circuit assemblies, they must be handled
using ESD handling procedures, and must be replaced as units.
Replacement of individual components is not permitted. The assemblies must be properly packaged in ESD protective material and
returned intact for replacement credit per normal procedures.
1.3.2. Users’ Responsibility
Absolutely no physical, electrical
or program modifications other than selection of standard options and accessories are to be made to this equipment.
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Aegis Drum Scale shown with FB 2200 Indicator
Wheel Kit.
Section 2: Scale Installation
2.1. OVERVIEW
2.1.1. Physical Installation Notes
Only those charges which are incurred as a result of the equipment's
inability to be adjusted to performance specifications may be charged to warranty.
No physical alterations (mounting holes, etc.) are permitted during installation.
The installing technici a n is res pons ible that all personnel are fully trained and familiar with the equipment's capa bilities and limitations before the installation is considered com plete.
All electrical assemblies must be replaced as assemblies or units.
Replacement of individual components is not permitted. These components must be returned intact for replacement credit using the
standard procedures.
At the time of installation, all
electronic and mechan i cal adjustments are considered to be part of the installation, and are included in the installation charge(s).
The AC receptacle/outlet shall be
located near the Indicator and easily accessible.
Electrical connections other than
those specified may not be performed.
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