User manual
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Initial 
Commissioning, 
every 3 months or 
anyway after 
12 500 weighings 
  Check all dimensions, see checklist chap. 9.3 
 
Check the application of the safety bracket on the hook, 
moreover check for fault and correct function  
  Check the stable fit of the eyelet. 
  Visual check of chain for damage and corrosion. 
  Check the chain and the eyelet for wear and tear, such as 
e.g. plastic deformation, mechanical damage (unevenness), 
notches, striation, cracks, corrosion, thread damage and 
torsions. 
If a dimension exceeds the admitted deviation from the original 
dimension (see checklist, chap. 9.3) or if other discrepancies 
have been found, the balance must be repaired at once by 
trained specialized staff (KERN customer service). Never do 
repair it by yourself! 
Take balance out of operation immediately! 
All repairs and spare parts must be documented by the service 
partner (see list, chap. 10.2). 
Every 12 months or 
in any case after  
50 000 weighings 
  If the enhanced maintenance has to be carried out by trained 
staff (KERN customer service). At this general revision all 
load carrying parts must be checked for gaps with magnetic 
powder 
Components  Testing  Position 
  Lock washers 
Check for tight fit and for 
damage 
  Bolt 
  Splint 
Check for tight fit and if 
deformed 
  Nut 
  Lock washers 
  Chain 
Visual check for 
damage and corrosion 
  Safety bracket 
Visual check for 
damage and corrosion 










