Originally Posted by
olddude
Scales involved in interstate commerce are certified by the department of weights and measures or what ever they call it these days, that said, scales are a delicate instrument and the only truly accurate weight is the first one after calibration.
The batteries are not a precise weight they can vary a few ounces. with the load you cary that could add up. Be careful how you approach this situation. Yes there are crooked scales, scalemen, managers and owners, but they don't last long when the word gets around. Most are upstanding people and would not take kindly at even an inference they are dishonest. The best way to approach this is by asking him/her for help. Explain your situation 99% of the time he /she will be glad to help a new customer with potential.
i agree
be polite
and do it something like this:
"excuse me, i just want to clarify something- these batteries are supposed to weigh 100lbs each & ive weighed them at home just to check - they do weigh 100lbs-according to my scale"
"maybe im making a mistake somewhere, so please explain to me how u get XXlbs on your scale"
if u can get hold of the manager/owner-that would be better- i think.
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