B-TEK AX200 Axle Scale Instruction Manual
- June 11, 2024
- B-TEK
Table of Contents
B-TEK AX200 Axle Scale Instruction Manual
Safety First
- Please call a BTEK authorized service provider for service or repairs on BTEK products.
- Only allow authorized personnel to work with electrical components.
- Please ensure you wear proper PPE when working with equipment.
- Ensure proper training is given when working with any equipment.
- Ensure that the area used for this equipment, is safe for this equipment.
- Allow only qualified personnel to work on electric / electronic components.
- Do not use this equipment for anything other than its intended use.
- Ensure equipment is plugged into stable power sources.
- Keep equipment away from high voltage, vibration, and high draft areas.
- Keep equipment cords and cables secured and protected.
- Perform periodic inspections to keep equipment in good working order.
- Never apply a load over the capacity of your scale.
- Keep the area around your scale free of debris.
SAFETY WARNING
Always unplug or remove power source if equipment may encounter water such as
rain or area flooding.
Never power equipment back up until the area and equipment are 100% confirmed
dry and free of any water or moisture.
Introduction
The information provided in this manual is a guide on installing the B-TEK, LLC. Axle scales. This document is intended as a guide only, and the actual installation should be performed by qualified personnel. All sales of goods are subject to the standard warranty and the standard terms and conditions published by B-TEK, LLC. Should you have any questions regarding the AX200 or AX300 Axle scales, contact your local B-TEK, LLC. scale representative.
Specifications
Installation
Use the following steps to install your AX200 or AX300 Axle scale:
- Select a site.
- Check levelness and smoothness of site.
- Unpack scales and ramps.
- Anchor ramps to the scale and ground.
- Connect interconnect cable to junction box and indicator.
- Calibrate the scale base to the indicator.
- Protect vulnerable cables as needed.
Site Preparation
Avoid overloading the scale above its rated capacity, this can result in
damage to the scales electronics. Select a scale location that allows a
straight path to the scale to avoid binding the scale. Do not place the scale
in an area that may receive or maintain water. If the scale is submersed it
can also result in electronic damage. Keep the interconnect cable between the
scale and the indicator it must be protected against crushing, cutting, or
moisture damage. Use conduit in areas that do not allow protection of the
interconnect cable. For proper placement the site surface should be within ¼”
from one end of the platform to the other.
Unpacking
Remove all packing material and inspect scale for visible damage caused during
shipment. Report any damages with the carrier before they leave.
Positioning
Measure out and mark the area with chalk to ensure the scales are properly
located when moved into position.
Eye bolts must always be inserted into the top of the scale. Lifting should always occur with the top plate facing up and the eye bolts securely attached through the nuts welded to the bottom side of the top plate. Lifting from the bottom of the plate could cause nuts to break loose and the scale to fall.
Anchoring
Once the scales are in position anchor each ramp to each end of the scale and
then to the ground to secure it from movement.
Connect and Calibrate
Using the diagram on the next page connect the scale to the indicator and
calibrate. Before calibration ensure that all ends of the scale are firmly
touching the ground and there is no end-to-end rocking. If there is any
movement between end the scale will not work correctly.
Wiring Diagram
How to replace load cell in an AX200 or AX300 Scale
Remove two ramp alignment bolts on side of t he scale, then move ramp out of t he way. Remove three top load cell ¾-10 socket head flat bolts.
Open j unction box and remove load cell wi ring. Pull wires through cable holes, and it is suggested to attach fishing wire while pulling out old cell cable. Will help install new load cell cable.
B-TEK AX200 Axle Scale Instruction Manual – Open j unction box and remove load cell wiring.
Reassemble with new load cell in reverse order. Load cell Color code shown below.
COTI Load Cell Wire Color Code
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Canton, OH 44706
Tel: 330.471.8900
Fax: 330.471.8909
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