# The Weights and Measures Regulations 1963, Regulation 70


Accelerating weighing instruments shall be tested for error by ascertaining the weight required just to keep the beam or steelyard indicator in a horizontal position on its stop or carrier and no more; and shall be further tested by ascertaining the weight required to bring back the beam or steelyard indicator from its position of greatest displacement to the horizontal position, the instrument being at all times fully loaded and truly balanced.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1963/1710/regulation/70 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/weights-and-measures-regulations-1963/regulation-70
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