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Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars. Bariatric Handrail Scale Operation Instructions...
Introduction The Rice Lake Digital Bariatric Handrail Scale with fold down seat is designed for weighing bariatrics and ensures sound, accurate weighing information. A non-skid platform paired with side rails assists persons who need extra support and safety. The fold down chair allows patients to sit down while being weighed. The scale is set up to use motion sensing technology, to determine the actual weight of a moving patient.
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understand instructions in the manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.
Scale Assembly Unpacking Your Scale Place the unopened box in an open area that has ample room for unpacking the scale. Parts contained in the shipping box include: • The scale • This manual • Six AA batteries • 6 mm Allen Key Repacking If the Digital Bariatric Handrail Scale must be returned for modification, calibration or repair, it must be properly packed with sufficient packing materials.
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Adjusting the Scale Feet There must be adequate clearance between the scale base and the floor so screw each foot out counterclockwise two full turns. This will ensure that there is enough clearance between the scale base and the floor. Gently set the scale base down to the floor.
Inserting Batteries The six AA batteries that come with the scale offer an average of 25 hours of continuous use. To install the batteries: 1. Open the battery chamber cover by loosening the thumbscrew. 2. Insert batteries into the battery chamber as shown in Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3.
Scale Operation The Rice Lake Digital Bariatric Handrail Scale with seat display has various front panel keys as shown in Figure 4-1. Figure 4-1. Front Panel Display Keys Key Descriptions Table 4-1 describes each of the key functions. Name Function On/Off Switches the scale on or off.
Used to adjust height input (0.5 in/0.5 cm) while in BMI mode. Adjusts the value of the flashing digit/number. Table 4-1. Rice Lake Digital Bariatric Handrail Scale Key Functions Caution The keys on the front panel display are very sensitive so only a gentle pushing motion is required to obtain results.
Toggle Tare Use the following steps to use the Toggle Tare function. 1. When the weight is set to , press the key. TARE 2. The default tare value is displayed (default is programmed to be 33.0 lb/15.0 kg), while the zero is flashing.
28.4 USB Connection The Rice Lake Digital Bariatric Handrail Scale with seat has the capability of connecting to a PC using a USB connection and a USB cable (not included). That connection location is shown in Figure 5-1. USB Connection RS-232 Connection Figure 5-1.
Check the load cells’ mechanical surroundings and see that nothing touches them and that the cables are properly welded. Damaged load cell cable. Replace load cell cable. Table 6-1. Troubleshooting Table for the Rice Lake Scale Line Bariatric Handrail Scale Operation Instructions...
Maintenance The following section provides instructions for maintaining and cleaning the Rice Lake line of scales. Maintenance operations other than those described in this section should be performed by qualified service personnel. Basic Maintenance Before the first use of the scale and after periods of non-use, check the scale for proper operation and function. If the scale does not operate correctly, contact qualified service personnel.
Digital Bariatric Scale Handrail Specifications Power 120 VAC-9VDC-50Hz / 230 VAC-9VDC-50Hz Battery Type 6 AA size Alkaline batteries Battery Use 25 hours continuous use Automatic power-off can be configured Data Communications RS-232 with RJ-45 jack USB connection Selectable baud rate, default - 9600 8 bits No parity 1 stop bit...
U.S. sales and product information at prodinfo@ricelake.com • International (non-U.S.) sales and product information at intlsales@ricelake.com Mailing Address Rice Lake Weighing Systems 230 West Coleman Street Rice Lake, WI 54868 USA Bariatric Handrail Scale Operation Instructions - Digital Bariatric Scale Handrail Specifications...
Digital Bariatric Handrail Scale Limited Warranty Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) warrants that all RLWS equipment and systems properly installed by a Distributor or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will operate per written specifications as confirmed by the Distributor/OEM and accepted by RLWS. All systems and components are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for two years.