c. Standard for Scale Balance. Using either of the two methods above, the
scale is balanced when the beam is at rest, the knob end of the beam does not touch
the knob support, and the cup apparatus does not touch the platform.
d. How to Weigh Small, Medium, or Large Eggs. To weigh for large, medium,
or small weight classes:
(1)
Set one beam range weight toward the knob and the other toward the
cup.
(2)
Place the 20- ounce/dozen weight in the cup.
(3)
Balance using knob and nut.
(4) To check scales, flip both beam range weights toward knob and put the
23- ounce/dozen weight in the cup.
(5)
To weigh for small eggs, flip both beam range weights toward the cup.
(6) To weigh for medium eggs, flip one beam range weight toward the cup
and the other toward the knob.
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