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Mettler Electronics DECKMATE 2888 - User Manual

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2888
DECKMATE
®
Floor Scale
Installation and
Service Manual
14859700A
10/96

Questions and Answers

Summary

Proprietary Notice

Standard Warranty

Application Guides

Declaration of Conformity

Introduction

Ordering Information

Precautions

General Warnings and Cautions

Covers essential safety warnings, proper grounding, and power disconnection procedures.

Chapter 1: Specifications

General Description

Overview of the 2888 Deckmate floor scale, including platform size and capacity.

Power Supply Requirements

Specifies that load cell power is supplied by the Mettler Toledo Digital Indicator.

Accuracy

States compliance with NIST Handbook 44 requirements for Class III 5000 divisions.

Model; Ram Numbers

Lists available models for standard and portable platforms with shipping weights.

Load Cells

Details the four 500 lb stainless steel hermetically sealed load cells used.

Platform Assembly

Describes the channel-reinforced deck design with "live" side rails.

Support Frames

Explains the purpose of the support frame for platform positioning and ramp attachment.

Portable Assembly

Details the support frame for the portable version, enabling movement and easy weighing.

Access Ramps

Lists available mild and stainless steel access ramps for static and portable platforms.

Chapter 2: Inspection and Site Selection

Inspection Upon Delivery

Guidelines for visually inspecting the scale for any damage incurred during shipment.

Site Selection Criteria

Checks for proper floor support, levelness, drainage, and environmental factors.

Chapter 3: Installation

Locate and Remove Platform

Instructions for placing the scale and removing the platform from the frame.

Anchor Frame

Process for drilling and securing the frame to the floor, ensuring levelness.

Junction Box Wiring

Details on threading instrument cables and terminating them in the junction box.

Reinstall Platform and Mode of Operation

Steps for reassembling the platform and understanding the scale's operating principle.

Chapter 4: Optional Ramp Installation

Static and Portable Ramp Installation

Procedures for installing static and portable ramps, including stability checks.

Chapter 5: Calibration

Shift Adjust Procedure

Step-by-step guide for adjusting trim potentiometers to equalize load cell readings.

Scale Calibration

Recommendation to calibrate using a test weight equal to scale capacity with the indicator manual.

Chapter 6: Routine Care and Maintenance

General Inspection and Calibration

Recommendations for periodic inspection and calibration by authorized personnel.

Site and Platform Inspection

Checks for site conditions and specific components like wear, damage, or debris.

Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

Isolating Scale Problems

Steps to determine if the issue is with the scale platform or the digital indicator.

Check Wiring and Load Cells

Procedures for verifying wiring connections and load cell resistances.

Check Mechanical Components

Inspection of platform, rocker pins, bumpers, and overload gap for issues.

Load Cell Replacement Procedure

Detailed steps for removing and replacing a defective load cell.

Chapter 8: Service Parts

Load Cell and Suspension Parts

List of part numbers and descriptions for load cells, screws, pins, and O-rings.

Static Platform Parts

Part numbers for platforms, frames, junction boxes, and optional ramps.

Portable Scale Parts

Lists parts for the portable frame, casters, columns, and mounting hardware.

Chapter 9: Reference Material

Reference Drawings

Identifies scale part numbers for static and portable configurations.

Recommended Spare Parts

Lists essential spare parts like load cells, junction box PCBs, and load pins.

Load Cell Data

Provides technical specifications for the Model 745 load cell.

Mettler Electronics DECKMATE 2888 Specifications

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BrandMettler Electronics
ModelDECKMATE 2888
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish