Rice Lake MAS-P Operators Manual

Multiple Animal Scale Portable

Installation/Service

Manual

132795 Rev D

Contents

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1.0 Introduction............................................................................... 1

1.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1.1.1 Safety Decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

1.2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

1.3 Lifting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2.0 Assembly................................................................................... 1

2.1 Unloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

2.1.1 Install one lifting fixture on each of the four corners.. . . . . . . . . 1

2.1.2 Slinging the scale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

2.1.3 Lift the scale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2.2 Package Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2.3 Cage Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2.3.1 Apply the silicone bead (Mobile scales only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2.3.2 Install walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2.3.3 Install the Gate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2.3.4 Complete Cage Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.4 Gate and Latch Adjustment Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.5 Mount the 920i Weighcenter – Optional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2.5.1 Battery Mount – Optional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3.0 Installation ................................................................................ 9

3.1 All Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3.2 Permanent Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3.3 Portable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3.4 Switching Between Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3.4.1 Converting to Weigh Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3.4.2 Converting to Transport Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4.0 Repair Parts ............................................................................ 11

5.0 Maintenance ........................................................................... 15

5.1 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5.2 Scale Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5.3 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

MAS-P Limited Warranty .................................................................... 19

For More Information .......................................................................... 20

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Specifications subject to change without notice.

Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company.

November 12, 2013

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1.0 Introduction

Important

CAUTION

WARNING

DANGER

The Multiple Animal Scale Portable (MAS-P) system is manufactured with top qual­ity components and is engineered using the latest technology to provide operating fea­tures and reliability unmatched for years to come.

Please take the time to read this manual completely through before attempting to use
the system
ough understanding of this manual will ensure that you receive the maximum benefit
from the sys

If you have any questions or comments please contact Rice

1. 1 Sa fe t y

. Although the MAS-P has been designed for easy set up and use, a thor-

tem.

Lake Weighing Systems.

Safety Symbol Definitions:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that
are exposed when guards are removed.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided may
result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed,
could result in damage to equipment or corruption to
data.

that, if not avoided

and loss of

General Safety

Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read
and understand the instructions and warnings in this manual.
Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could
result in injury or death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing
System dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your
responsibility.

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WARNING

Failure to heed may result in serious injury of death.

Important

DO NOT allow minors (children) or inexper
DO NOT operate without all shields and guards in place.
DO NOT jump up and down on the scale.
DO NOT use for purposes other than weighing.
DO NOT place fingers into slots or possible pinch points.
DO NOT place hands, feet or any body part underneath the scale at any time. the
scale could be lowered at any time, crushing body parts.

DO NOT use any load bearing component that is
dimension.
DO NOT use this product if any of the components are cracked.
DO NOT exceed the rated load limit of the unit.
DO NOT make alterations or modifications to the unit.
DO NOT remove or obscure warning labels.
Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts.

Some procedures described in this manual require work inside the indicator enclo­sure. These procedures are to be performed by qualified service
personnel only.

Always be certain when lowering the scale that everyone is clear of the scale and
any moving parts.

Use two hands when gripping the lift handl
Be sure the gates are latched or tied inw
Ensure all three hitch lock pins are install

transport position before moving the scale.

This unit is not intended for the transportation of livestock or any other goods. Any
addition of weight to the scale in transport mode may cause premature
component failure and voids the Rice Lake warranty.

ienced persons to operate this unit.

worn beyond 5% of the original

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e to raise or lower the scale.

ard before transporting the scale.

ed and the suspension stops are in the

Animal Safety:

Animal safety is a very serious issue and must be observed when handling any
type of animal.

The scale surface may become slippery during use; a build-up of manure on the

e may reduce traction. It is recommended that you take any necessary

scal
precautions to maintain an acceptable level of animal footing.

Calibration:

Do not calibrate this scale with a weight cart having a gross weight in excess of
4,000 lbs or 1,815 kg. This device is designed to be calibrated with single block
weights spread evenly throughout the floor of the scale. Shift tests should not be
done with more than 4,000 lbs or 1,815 kg in a 4’ x 4’ area. Failure to comply with
this warning will result in damage to the scale and void the warranty.

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1.1.1 Safety Decals

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Figure 1-1. Safety Decal Locations

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Figure 1-3. Safety Decals

Item # Part # Description Qty

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Warning, Do Not Open
Warning, Do Not Leave Tray Down
Caution, Low Clearance
Caution, Pinch Point
Caution, Always Grip With Two Hands
Warning, Crushing Hazard
Warning, Opens Quickly
Warning, Battery
Caution, Not A Step

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1. 2 Ov e rv ie w

The MAS-P shown below consists of a sheeted animal cage suspended by four S-type
load cells through a cam style On-Board
transport mode, the scale system is locked down, protecting the load cells from dam­age during transport. The scale is rais
tem. A digital indicator is connected to th

The MA
a low deck height

S-P can be used on any firm surface up to 7% grade (4-degree slope) and has

(6”) for easy step in.

lift system on top a portable base frame. In

ed to the weigh mode using a lever and cam sys-

e scale to display the weight.

Figure 1-4. MAS-P Animal Scale

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1.3 Lifting Instructions

Lift from here with
forklift or straps

Alternate Strap Location

Lift the scale only in designated locations (see Figure 1-5). The scale may be lifted by
forklift (ensuring the forks reach through both
loader. Ensure the scale is in the transport mode (locked down – see next section)
when loading and transporting the scale.

walls), or by 4 straps and a crane or

Figure 1-5. Lift Points

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