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Health O Meter BCS-G6 Series User Instructions

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PELSTAR, LLC
9500 West 55
St. McCook, IL 60525-7110 USA
www.homscales.com
© Pelstar, LLC 2015
Rev 3.A

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  • Page 1 BCS-G6 S PELSTAR, LLC 9500 West 55 St. McCook, IL 60525-7110 USA www.homscales.com © Pelstar, LLC 2015 Rev 3.A...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section I - Installation ........................5 Caution and Warnings......................... 5 Scale Specifications ........................6 Receiving and Inspection ......................6 Scale Parts ........................... 7 Detail ............................8 Assembly ............................. 9 Connecting Scale to Printer (USB Setup) ................12 Installing the Wireless Device (optional) ..................
  • Page 4 Patient ID Option ........................26 Disabling/Enabling the Calorie Option ..................26 Section VII – Maintenance ......................27 Serial Number and other Technical Information ..............27 Calibration ..........................28 Zero Calibration ........................28 Cleaning ............................. 28 Troubleshooting ........................29 Section VIII – Compatible Printers ....................30 Note: This scale has been factory calibrated, and does not require calibration prior to use.

  • Page 5: Section I - Installation

    • To prevent patient injury, the patient must be attended to throughout the entire weighing event. • Operate this scale exclusively with the power adapter provided by Health o meter® Professional. Use of an unspecified adapter will void the warranty, and can pose a serious safety hazard.

  • Page 6: Scale Specifications

    Scale Specifications Capacity and Resolution 1000 lb x 0.1 lb Power Requirements 110Vac/220Vac to 6VDC/2A Environmental Operating temperatures: 0°C to 50°C Storage temperatures: -15°C to 65°C) Humidity: 70% or less up to 40°C non-condensing Physical Dimensions Platform Scale Length: 20” Length: 23.5”...

  • Page 7: Scale Parts

    Scale Parts...

  • Page 8: Detail

    Detail ATTENTION - WARNING Power Status LED is an indicator that shows the status of scale’s internal computer. To avoid damage to the operating system, never disconnect the power supply from the scale while the LED is ON or FLASHING. Switch the scale off with the ON/OFF switch and wait for the LED to turn off before disconnecting the power supply from the scale.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    Assembly Step 1. Remove the base from the box and install the four feet. NOTE: The feet sub-assembly, come pre-assembled. There are 3 components to each foot assembly: • Foot • Space • Nut DO NOT DISASSEMBLE FOOT Removing the nut and/or spacer from the foot assembly will cause the scale to malfunction.
  • Page 10 Step 2. Connect the plug from the stem to the receptacle on the base. To properly connect, the notches on the plug and receptacle must align. Step 3. Align the 4 studs from the stem to the 4 holes on the base and insert.
  • Page 11 Step 4. While holding the stem and studs in place, carefully tip the scale at an angle to view the bottom of the base. Insert the 4 lock washers and tighten the butterfly nuts to the 4 studs.

  • Page 12: Connecting Scale To Printer (Usb Setup)

    Connecting Scale to Printer (USB Setup) The BCS-G6 is designed to work with several HP printers. Before purchasing a printer, please check the list of compatible printers. (View the list online at www.homscales.com) 1. Before making connections, make sure that the scale is off. 2.

  • Page 13: Installing The Wireless Device (Optional)

    Installing the Wireless Device (optional) If you have purchased the wireless option for your BCS-G6, in addition to your scale and hardware, you will also receive the following: a. TP Link Antenna Model TL-WN822N b. Antenna Bracket c. Mini USB Cable d.

  • Page 14: Connecting Scale To Wireless Printer

    Connecting Scale to Wireless Printer If you have purchased a BCS-G6 system with the wireless option, make sure to have the wireless device installed. Before purchasing a wireless printer, please check the list of compatible “Wireless Direct” printers online at www.homscales.com. To set up the printer to receive data from the scale: 1.

  • Page 15: Powering Up

    Powering up Before plugging the power supply into the wall, verify that the ON/OFF switch located on upper part of the stem is in the OFF position. Connect the power supply to the wall socket and then to the scale. Once the connection is made, flip the switch to the ON position.
  • Page 16 When the BCS-G6 turns on, the screen will briefly display a start-up message which includes the Serial Number and other technical information. The startup will be followed by a synchronization countdown. Once the display goes blank, the scale is ready to be used.

  • Page 17: Section Ii - Operations

    Section II - Operations How to Take a Measurement 1. Have the patient remove their shoes and socks and stand on the scale 2. Ensure the patient remains still while the scale measures their weight. 3. When prompted, enter the Age. On BCS-G62 Duo scales only: For children (4 to 17y11m) the age must be entered in Years and Months.

  • Page 18: How To Recall The Last Measurement

    7. To print the results, select graphic or plain and press ENTER. (See Section IV - Printouts for details on the print types). How to Recall the Last Measurement The BCS-G6 allows the user to recall the last measurement and reprint it. To recall the last results: 1.

  • Page 19: Section Iii - Understanding Results And Norms

    Section III – Understanding Results and Norms In order to determine a discernable change in body composition a 3 % change in body weight is recommended. Body Weight: Indicates the gross total body weight. % Body Fat: Total Percent of Body Fat. Norms are based on age %Body Fat Norms Male: Under Fat...
  • Page 20 Body Mass Index: BMI is a value derived from the mass (weight) and height of an individual. The BMI is defined as the body mass divided by the square of the body height. % Body Water: Proper hydration norms are based on % body fat Note: G6-Duo does not display %Body Water in Pediatric Mode.
  • Page 21 Fat Free Mass: Fat Free Mass refers to the portion of the body composed of muscle, bones, organs and fluids. Caloric Burn Rates: Caloric Burn Rates are determined by adding the REE calories to various levels of physical activity. For your own calculations, remember 3500 calories make one pound of fat.

  • Page 22: Section Iv - Printouts

    Section IV - Printouts When the results are displayed, the BCS-G6 allows you to select the print type, Plain or Graphic. Plain Printouts The Plain printout is a single page containing all the results from the measurements and calculations. Programming Number of Copies The user can pre-define the number of copies to print.

  • Page 24: Section V - Special Modes

    Section V - Special Modes Weight Only Mode The BCS-G6 allows you to take weight only measurements. To enable this measurement mode: Press Weight Only before stepping onto the scale. The scale will display WGT ON. Step on the scale and press Enter. The display will count down from 5 to 1 and display your weight.

  • Page 25: Section Vi - Customizing

    Section VI – Customizing Lock Option The Lock option allows you to “lock” the BCS-G6 and prevent it from being used by unauthorized people. When the BCS-G6 is locked, you will be required to enter an authorization ID before each test. To enable the Lock feature: 1.

  • Page 26: Physician Id

    Physician ID The BCS-G6 allows the user to set a physician’s ID. The ID can be a number up to 8 digits and if set will be printed on the printouts under “Prepared By:” To set the Physician ID: 1. Press 5 before stepping on the scale. The screen will display: [ID 0000 0000] 2.

  • Page 27: Section Vii - Maintenance

    Section VII – Maintenance The following pages provide instructions for maintenance, cleaning, calibration, and troubleshooting for the BCS-G6 scale. Caution: Before first use, or after long periods of non-use, check the scale for proper operation and function. If the scale does not operate correctly, refer to qualified service personnel. 1.

  • Page 28: Calibration

    Calibration For Calibration instructions, please contact Health o meter® Professional Scales Customer Service at 1-800-815-6615. Zero Calibration Press 0 when scale is idle to reset any zero offset. Cleaning Proper care and cleaning is essential to ensure a long life of accurate and effective operation.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Issue Cause Solution Unable to print Incompatible printer Verify that the printer being used is on the list of compatible printers. Low Ink, out of ink Check if ink cartridges are low and need to be replaced. Use of non-approved or Make sure that the ink cartridges are authentic refurbished cartridges HP.

  • Page 30: Section Viii - Compatible Printers

    Section VIII – Compatible Printers Please see enclosed list of compatible printers or check our web site at www.homscales.com find the most current list of printers that will work with your BodyComp Scale. For additional information, call 1-800-815-6615 Visit our website at www.homscales.com...

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