Fairbanks Aegis Industrial Stainless User Manual
Aegis
Stainless Steel
Floor Scale
Installation Manual
© 2007 by Fairbanks Scales Inc.
All rights reserved
51103
Revision 1 01/07
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Amendment Record
Aegis Stainless Steel Floor Scale
51103
Manufactured by Fairbanks Scales Inc.
821 Locust
Kansas City, Missouri 64106
Revision 0 01/07 Preliminary Release
Revision 1 01/07 Manual Release
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to provide complete and accurate information in this manual. However, although this manual may
include a specifically identified 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.
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Table of Contents
Section 1: General Information
A. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
B. Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
C.Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 2: Installation
A. General Service Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
B. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
C. Pre-Installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
D. Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
E. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
F. Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
i. Analog Interface (Junction Box 67171) . . . . . . . . 8
ii. Intalogix Technology Interface (QMB 15291) . . . 9
Section 3: Accessories Installation
A. Bolt-Down Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
B. Ramps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
C. Bumper Guards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
D. Pit Frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Section 4: Maintenance and Service
A. Load Cell Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
B. Junction Box/QMB PCB Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 15
C. Foot Assembly Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Section 5: Parts
A. Stainless Steel Platforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Diagram: Stainless Steel models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
B. Stainless Steel Lift Deck Platforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Diagram: Stainless Steel 3’ x 3’ and 4’ x 4’ models . . . 20
Diagram: Stainless Steel 5’ x 5’ models . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
APPENDIX I: Model Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
APPENDIX II: Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
APPENDIX III: Standard Pit Frame and Installation Drawing . . . 24
APPENDIX IV: Lift Deck Pit Frame Installation Drawing . . . . . . . . 25
A. Introduction:
The Aegis Stainless Steel floor scale features a rugged structural rib design and a
nominal height of three inches -- among the lowest in the industry. With a full range of
accessories, these scales can be configured to fit most floor scale applications.
B. Description:
The Aegis Industrial Stainless Steel series floor scale platform is fully assembled and
pre-wired. Aegis stainless steel floor scale sizes range from 30" x 30" to 6' x 8', and
have capacities from 1000 to 10,000 lbs.
The Aegis Lift Deck Floor Scale is another addition to Fairbanks’ Aegis line of floor
scales. It is designed to offer a safe and convenient way to lift the deck of the scale to
facilitate cleaning. The Aegis Lift Deck Floor Scale is for pit installation only.
The Aegis floor scales use a standard summing junction box to interface with analog
indicators, and is equipped with a 25' interface cable. Junction boxes are constructed
of stainless steel, and all models have threaded holes in the decks for attaching
eyebolts to facilitate installation and cleaning.
C. Specifications:
Models and sizes are included in a chart in Appendix II.
Description Aegis Stainless Steel
Platform deck plate 0.25”
Platform height 3.0”
Operating temperature 15º to 104º F
-10º to 40º C
Humidity 100% suitable for water washdown
Overload capacity 150% of rated capacity
Endloading capacity 100% of rated capacity
Construction Type 304 stainless steel
Grade level Within 3º of level
Section 1: General Information
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A. General Service Policy:
Prior to installation, it must be verified that the equipment will satisfy 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 installation 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 specifications and
protected from accidental or malicious damage. Other than the procedures authorized
in the Operating manual, no service, repair, or adjustments may be performed by
unauthorized / untrained service personnel. Any unauthorized repairs will void any
verbal, implied, or written warranties.
B. Overview:
1. These instructions apply to the floor scale and its specific installation procedures.
The instructions include a pre-installation checkout, which must be performed either
at the service center before the technician goes to the site, or at the site before he
places the equipment in service.
2. All electronic and mechanical calibrations and / or adjustments required to make this
equipment perform to accuracy and operational specifications are considered to be
part of the installation, and 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.
3. Absolutely no physical or electrical modifications other than selection of standard
options and accessories are to be made to this equipment. Electrical connections
other than those specified may not be performed, and physical alterations (holes,
etc.) are not allowed.
4. Before the installation is considered complete, the equipment is to be installed to
satisfy any applicable Weights and Measures requirements. The installing
technician is responsible to make certain that personnel are fully trained and
familiar with the capabilities and limitations of the equipment. Be prepared to
recommend the arrangement of components which will provide the most efficient
layout, utilizing the equipment to the best possible advantage. The warranty policy
must be explained and reviewed with the customer.
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Section 2: Installation
The complete installation consists of:
1. Verifying the application
2. Unpacking
3. Floor scale checkout
4. Customer and site readiness:
a. Is the Location ready?
b. Is the customer aware there may be work disruptions?
c. Are the operators available for training?
5. Floor scale connections
6. Adjustments
7. Customer training
C. Pre-Installation Checklist:
The following points should be checked and discussed with the Area Sales Manager
and/or the customer, if necessary, before the technician goes to the site to install the
equipment.
1. Has the customer's application been checked to make certain that it is within the
capabilities and design parameters of the equipment?
2. If the installation will disrupt the customer's normal operations, is he aware and has
he made arrangements?
3. Is properly grounded power available at the installation location?
4. Will the equipment operator(s) be available for training?
5. Has the service technician thoroughly reviewed the installation procedures?
6. Has the service technician reviewed the recommended setup with the Area Sales
Manager or Area Service Manager, and identified all necessary variations to satisfy
the customer's specific application?
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NOTE: It is the owner’s responsibility to document, notify, and follow-up with the carrier if
there is shipping damage.
NOTE: Above ground installations require the scale platform be protected from mobile
machinery that may be present in the area. Fairbanks Scales is not responsible for
damages to unprotected platforms in above ground installations.
D. Unpacking:
1. Check that all components are on hand, and agree with the customer's order.
2. Remove all components from their packing material, checking to make certain that
all parts are accounted for and no parts are damaged. Advise the shipper
immediately if damage has occurred. Order any parts necessary to replace those
which have been damaged. Keep the shipping container and packing material for
future use. Check the packing list.
3. Collect all necessary installation manuals for the floor scale.
4. Examine the floor scale and perform an inspection, making certain that all
hardware, electrical, and PC connections are secure.
E. Safety:
As is the case with any equipment, certain safety precautions should
be observed during operation:
1. Ensure that any structure which supports the floor scale is capable
of withstanding the weight of the scale and its rated capacity.
2. Beware of pinch points on the lift deck models. Severe personal
injury could occur if safety precautions are not observed.
3. Use proper lifting technics when raising the lift deck platforms.
F. Setup:
The setup of the floor scale consists of installing the scale on a level surface and
wiring the scale to the indicator. Consult the appropriate indicator manual for further
information regarding the indicator and its setup.
1. Select a location that is level and will fully support the weight of the platform plus a
full capacity load.
2. Remove the top of the crate and all packing/banding material.
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3. Screw two (2) eyebolts into the threaded adapters in the platform top and use a
forklift or other lifting means along with chains, cables, or nylon straps to remove
the scale from the crate.
4. Set the scale so that the interface cable exits in a direction where it can be
protected. If possible, use a cable protector to reduce 'trip' hazards and to protect
the interface cable from being damaged.
5. Level the scale by turning the foot pads.
6. Wire the scale cable to the proper type indicator as follows:
i. Analog Interface (Junction Box 67171):
L/C Wire Color Function Analog Instrument
Black (-) Excitation (-) Excitation
Green (+) Excitation (+) Excitation
Yellow Shield Shield
White (+) Signal (+) Signal
Red (-) Signal (-) Signal
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NOTE: The analog junction box and the QMB interface box on the Lift Deck models are
mounted remotely on a wall location. The boxes must be located above the splash
line and in a secure area away from material handling traffic.
CAUTION: Do NOT use grab or slip hooks to lift the scale. Failure to use the proper
lifting tools may result in personal injury.
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