The Measuring Instruments (Beltweighers) Regulations 2006

Rated Operating Conditions

15.  The manufacturer shall specify the rated operating conditions for the beltweigher as follows—

(a) for the measurand:

(i) the measuring range in terms of its maximum and minimum capacity;

(b) for the electrical supply influence quantities:

(i) in the case of AC voltage supply: the nominal AC voltage supply, or the AC voltage limits;

(ii) in the case of DC voltage supply: the nominal and minimum DC voltage supply, or the DC voltage limits;

(c) for the mechanical quantities:

(i) for beltweighers which are used under special mechanical strain, e.g. instruments incorporated into vehicles, the manufacturer shall define the mechanical conditions of use;

(d) for other influence quantities (if applicable):

(i) the rate(s) of operation;

(ii) the characteristics of the product(s) to be weighed.