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KERN MPS Series Operating Instructions Manual

Personal weighing scale, handrail scale, bariatric scale, wheelchair scale, transportation stretcher balance
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Operating Instructions
Personal weighing scale, Handrail scale, Bariatric scale,
Wheelchair scale, Transportation stretcher balance
MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS
KERN
Type MPS 200K100M
Type MPS 200K100PM
Type MTS 300K100M
Type MXS 300K100M
Type MWS 300K100M
Type MWS 400K100DM
Type MWS 300K1LM
Version 1.0
2017-02
GB
KERN & Sohn GmbH
Ziegelei 1
D-72336 Balingen
E-Mail: info@kern-sohn.com
Type MPS 200K100NM
Type MPS 200K100PNM
Type MTS 300K100NM
Type MXS 300K100NM
Type MWS 300K100NM
Type MWS 400K100DNM
Type MWS 300K1LNM
MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710
Tel: +49-[0]7433- 9933-0
Fax: +49-[0]7433-9933-149
Internet: www.kern-sohn.com

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  • Page 1 KERN & Sohn GmbH Ziegelei 1 Tel: +49-[0]7433- 9933-0 D-72336 Balingen Fax: +49-[0]7433-9933-149 E-Mail: info@kern-sohn.com Internet: www.kern-sohn.com Operating Instructions Personal weighing scale, Handrail scale, Bariatric scale, Wheelchair scale, Transportation stretcher balance MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS KERN Type MPS 200K100M...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    KERN MPS/MTS/MXS/MWS Version 1.0 2017-02 Operating Instructions Personal weighing scale without column / with column, Handrail scale, Bariatric scale, Wheelchair scale/ Transportation stretcher balance Contents Technical data .................... 4 Tolerances altimeter ....................8 Declaration of conformity ................9 Basic directions (general information) ............. 9 Intended use ......................
  • Page 3 Using scale ....................41 Weighing .......................41 8.1.1 Weighing with MWS ......................41 Taring ........................42 HOLD function ......................42 Mother/Child Function ...................43 Determination of Body Mass Index................43 8.5.1 Classification of BMI values ....................44 PRE-TARE function ....................44 8.6.1 PRE-TARE function with 5 memories .................. 45 Printing function ....................46 8.7.1 Parameters of RS232 interface ....................

  • Page 4: Technical Data

    1 Technical data KERN (Type) 200K100NM/PNM 300K100NM 300K100NM Trademark 200K100M/PM 300K100M 300K100M Display 6-position one Weighing range (max.) 200 kg 300 kg 300kg Display LCD with 25 mm high digits Recommended calibration 200 kg 300 kg 300 kg weight, (class)
  • Page 5 KERN (Type) 300K1LNM 300K100NM 400K100DNM Trademark MWS 300K100M 300K1LM 400K100DM Display 6-position one Weighing range (max.) 300 kg 300 kg 300kg; 400kg Display LCD with 25 mm high digits Recommended calibration 300 kg 300 kg 400 kg weight, (class) (M1)
  • Page 6 KERN (Type) 200K100M/PM 300K100M 300K100M Display 6-position one Weighing range (max.) 200 kg 300 kg 300kg Display LCD with 25 mm high digits Recommended calibration 200 kg 300 kg 300 kg weight, (class) (M1) (M1) (M1) Signal rise time 2–3 s...
  • Page 7 KERN (Type) 300K1LM 300K100M 400K100DM Display 6-position one Weighing range (max.) 300 kg 300 kg 300kg; 400kg Display LCD with 25 mm high digits Recommended calibration 300 kg 300 kg 400 kg weight, (class) (M1) (M1) (M1) Signal rise time 2 –...

  • Page 8: Tolerances Altimeter

    1.1 Tolerances altimeter Measured value (cm) Tolerance (cm) ± 0.5 ± 1.0 ± 1.0 ± 1.0 MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...

  • Page 9: Declaration Of Conformity

    2 Declaration of conformity To view the current EC/EU Declaration of Conformity go to: www.kern-sohn.com/ce 3 Basic directions (general information) 3.1 Intended use The scales are used for determining the body weight of people in the standing posi- tion. The person being weighed shall stand in the middle of the weighing surface and re- main calm.

  • Page 10: Inappropriate Use

    The scale may only be used in compliance with the described guidelines. Other are- as of application/planned use must be approved by KERN in writing. Do not use the scales for determining body weight in medicine. 3.3 Guarantee The guarantee shall become void in the event of the following: •...

  • Page 11: Monitoring The Test Substances

    For this purpose, the responsible user must define a suitable interval as well as the nature and scope of this check. Information is available on KERN’s home page (www.kern- sohn.com) with regard to the monitoring of balance test substances and the test...

  • Page 12: Transport And Storage

    5 Transport and storage 5.1 Check upon delivery Please check the packaging immediately upon delivery and the device during un- packing for any visible signs of external damage. 5.2 Packaging / return transport  Keep all parts of the original packaging for a possibly required return.

  • Page 13: Unpacking, Installation And Starting

    6 Unpacking, installation and starting 6.1 Place of installation, place of use The scale is designed in such a way that reliable weighing results can be achieved under normal application conditions. By selecting the correct location for your scale, you will be able to work quickly and precisely.

  • Page 14: Installation And Setting Of Scale

    6.3 Installation and setting of scale Personal weighing scale MPS with wall bracket: Scope of delivery: MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 15 Personal weighing scale MPS-PM with column: Scope of delivery: • Balance with display unit and tripod • Mains adapter • 4 screws MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 16 Assembly:  Remove cap (1)  Unscrew the screw (2)  Pull cable with Plug-in con- nection (3) through the sup- porting foot (4) and pull it out at the end (5)  Place supporting foot next to the balance MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 17  Introduce cable completely into the tripod tube (6)  Reinsert cap (1)  Screw-in screw (2) When screwing the screw en- sure that the plug-in connect- or inside the tripod foot is not squeezed.  Use the 4 screws to attach the tripod to the bottom of the balance ...
  • Page 18  Adjust foot screw of the tripod in a way that the tripod has a safe base and is not loose. MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 19 Mounting height measuring rod MSF 200: How to attach to KERN scale Use the 2 screws for screwing the bracket into the supplied insert nuts on the stand of the scales. Extend the height measuring rod and tighten it in the lower hole of the bracket with the help of the appertaining screw.
  • Page 20 Scale MTS with handrail: Scope of delivery: MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 21 Assembly: Fasten 3 corner elements to the platform, using 4 screws each time. Place the handrail on 3 corner elements and screw it. Fasten the terminal holder to the handrail with 3 screws. Remove the side rubber plugs at both sides of the display. Fasten the display to the holder with both handwheels.
  • Page 22 Bariatric scale MXS: Scope of delivery: MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 23 Wheelchair scale MWS and Transportation stretcher balance MWS-L: MWS-L Scope of delivery: MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 24 Direction concerning installation of external column on MPS model without column, MXS and MWS models  Fasten the round plate to the aluminium profile with screws.  Fasten the wall bracket to the top of aluminium profile top with screws. ...
  • Page 25 Assembly of holding bracket set MWS-A02 at the MWS models Railing Screw Hexagonal socket Handrail butts wrench Screw Cross strut (for installation cross strut) Screw Support (for installation display unit) Tapped bush MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 26 We recommend engaging a second person to assist you during installa- tion. Carefully remove the plastic cover from the weighing scale, ensuring that the weighing scale does not get scratched in the process. Mount all 4 handrail butts (2) on the weighing scale frame.
  • Page 27 Ensuring perfect fit, put the handrail con- taining three holes for the display unit on the handrail butt (1) and cable conduit. (see fig.) Using the holders 4 (2x) fasten the hand- rail to the handrail butts. Once again, use screws 6 (3x) and tapped bushes 5 (3x).
  • Page 28 Take a screw driver and remove the plastic covers from both sides of the dis- play unit. Screw the display unit to the handle, us- ing the synthetic screws included in the delivery, The reading direction of the display unit is optional and can be adapted during the installation of the application.
  • Page 29 Using the synthetic covers, seal both holes in the two handrail butts without cross struts. Once installation is complete, check all screws for tight fit. Otherwise the person to be weighed may suffer an injury. General direction concerning setting up the previously mentioned scales Place a personal weighing scale in the intended location and level it with the adjusta- ble rubber feet until the air bubble in the spirit level (located in the centre of the scale plate) is in the centre.

  • Page 30: Scope Of Delivery

    6.3.1 Scope of delivery Standard accessories: • Mains adapter • Operating Instructions 6.3.2 Installation direction for a model with wall bracket (personal weighing scale, bariatric scale, wheelchair scale, transportation stretcher scales) MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...

  • Page 31: Magnets Display Unit Mws

    6.4 Magnets display unit MWS The display unit of the MWS has two magnets on the rear side, use these magnets to fix the display unit on metallic surfaces. 6.4.1 Transportation of balance There exists the possibility to fix the display unit at the platform using the two mag- nets on the rear side, whereby the balance and the display unit can be transported together without problems (see fig.

  • Page 32: Mains Socket

    The printed voltage value must be compliant with local voltage. It is allowed to use only admitted, original power supply adaptors of KERN company. 6.6 Battery operation/ Rechargeable battery operation (optional) (only models with battery operation and rechargeable battery operation)

  • Page 33: Battery Operation

    6.6.1 Battery operation On models where the back of the display unit is not directly accessible, remove the two black rotary knobs from both sides of the display unit in order to open the battery compartment and remove the display unit from the holder. ...
  • Page 34  Insert battery holder with the inserted batteries into the display unit Ensure that the cables are not squeezed  Close the battery cover If the batteries are run down, "LO" appears in the display. To turn off, press the button and immediately change the batteries.

  • Page 35: Rechargeable Battery Operation (Optional)

    6.6.2 Rechargeable battery operation (optional) When an optional rechargeable battery is used, proceed as follows: On models where the back of the display unit is not directly accessible, remove the two black rotary knobs from both sides of the display unit in order to open the battery compartment and remove the display unit from the holder.
  • Page 36  Carefully insert the rechargeable bat- tery block and insert plug into connec- tion CN 3 Ensure that the cables are not squeezed  Close the battery cover If the rechargeable battery is exhausted, „LO“ is displayed. The rechargeable battery is loaded via the provided plug-in power supply unit (loading time 14 h for a complete loading).

  • Page 37: Initial Start-Up

    6.7 Initial start-up To obtain accurate weighing results with electronic scales, the appropriate operating temperature is to be provided for them (refer to „Warm-up time”, section 1). During warm-up the scale must be connected to power supply and switched on (mains socket or batteries).

  • Page 38: Operation

    7 Operation 7.1 Display Type MPS 200K100M Type MPS 200K100PM Type MPS 200K100NM Type MPS 200K100PNM MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...

  • Page 39: Display View

    7.2 Display view Display Description Scale zero display: If the scale does not show exactly [→0←] zero value although the scale pan is unloaded, press the [→0←] key. After a short waiting time, the scale will be zeroed again. Stabilisation display: [ο] If the display shows the stabilisation display [ο], the scale is in the stable condition.

  • Page 40: Overview Of Keyboard

    7.3 Overview of keyboard Description ON/OFF Switching on/off the scale PRINT Data transmission via interface Determination of Body Mass Index HOLD Hold function / determination of stable weighing value   The scale is reset to 0,0 kg display. It is possible to set max. up to 2% of maximal load for verified scales, and 2% or 100% of maximal load for common scales (possibility of selection in the menu) M 1-5...

  • Page 41: Using Scale

    8 Using scale 8.1 Weighing  Switch on the scale with the [ON/OFF] key. The diagnostic scale self-check is performed and then the software version is displayed. The scale is ready for weighing when the „0,00 kg” weight display is shown. Direction: The [→0←] key makes it possible to zero the scale if necessary and at any time.

  • Page 42: Taring

    8.2 Taring The dead weight of any initial load used for weighing may be tared away by pressing the key, so that the following weighing shows the real weight of a person to be weighed.  E.g. when a rubber mat is put on the scale plate, the scale does not show 0 value.

  • Page 43: Mother/Child Function

    8.4 Mother/Child Function The “Mother/Child” function makes it possible to determine the body weight of infants and small children held in an adult’s arms.  Turn on the scales using the [ON/OFF] switch. The scales enters the self- diagnostic mode. The device is ready for operation as soon as “0.00 kg” is shown on the weight display.

  • Page 44: Classification Of Bmi Values

    8.5.1 Classification of BMI values Classification of weight for adults over 18 years on the basis of Body Mass Index according to WHO, 2000 EK IV and WHO 2004 (WHO - World Health Organization). Category BMI (kg/m Risk of diseases accompanying overweight Underweight <...

  • Page 45: Pre-Tare Function With 5 Memories

    8.6.1 PRE-TARE function with 5 memories Owing to this function it is possible to store 5 Pre-Tare values (e.g. for different wheelchairs), and then call up them if necessary. Saving PRE-Tare values: To enable a later calling up values from the memory, they are to be entered into the memory first.

  • Page 46: Printing Function

    Printing Pre-Tare memory (refer also to section 8.6): To do this, press the PRE-Tare key repeatedly until the display will show the „ni” (M) symbol. Short pressing the PRINT key will activate printing of the values saved in 5 memo- ries.

  • Page 47: Error Messages

    Sterilisation of the appliance is not allowed. 10.4 Service, maintenance The device may only be operated and maintained by trained service technicians who are authorised by KERN. Disconnect the scale from mains supply before its opening. MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...

  • Page 48: Disposal

    10.5 Disposal Disposal of packaging and device must be carried out by an operator according to valid national or regional law of the location where the device is used. MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    11 Troubleshooting The scale should be switched off for a short time following an interruption in the pro- gram sequence and disconnected from mains supply. It is then necessary to repeat the weighing process from the beginning. Interruption Possible cause •...

  • Page 50: Adjusting

    12 Adjusting Observe stable environmental conditions. The warm-up time (refer to chapter 1) is required to ensure the scale stabilisation. Note: In the case of verified scales, adjusting is locked with the jumper. To carry out adjust- ing, the jumper is to be set in the adjusting position (central position). (refer to 12.2). Operation Display Turn the scale on using the [ON/OFF] key.
  • Page 51 CAL 5 �� Press the [HOLD] key. Press the [TARE] key. Enter the required calibration weight value (refer to 200.0 chapter 1, „Technical data”): Select the item to be changed with the HOLD key and set its numerical val- ue with the [TARE] key. Confirm by pressing the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 52: Adjustment Key And Seals

    12.1 Adjustment key and seals When verification of a scale is finished, the positions indicated on the scale are sealed. Verification of a scale without a seal is invalid. Position of seals: 1. Backside 2. Battery compartment MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...
  • Page 53 3. MPS 4. MXS, MTS 5. MWS MPS / MTS / MXS / MWS-BAPS-e-1710...

  • Page 54: Menu Overview In The Service Mode (Adjustment Switch In The Adjustment Position)

    Position of adjustment switch: Position of adjustment switch Status 1. left side not documented adjustment position - adjustment is 2. centre possible 3. right side verification position – adjustment locking 12.1.1 Menu overview in the service mode (adjustment switch in the adjustment position) Overview is only used to check the set parameters by authorised verification offices.
  • Page 55 Navigation in menu:  When the scale is switched on, press and hold the [→0←] key pressed for about 3 seconds until the display shows successively the „SETUP” and „UNIT” symbol.  Press the [TARE] key repeatedly until the required function is displayed. ...

  • Page 56: Menu Overview

    12.2 Menu overview: Function Settings Description SEtuP on-off Weight unit: kg Unit Grad 3000 d – 6000 d – The values of the scale elementary division, weigh- 10000 d – 500 d – ing range (max) and elementary division (d) 1000 d –...
  • Page 57 Description: Weight unit: kg Scale divisions, weighing range (max.) and read-out (d) Selection of multi-range / single-range scale Single-range scale Multi-range scale Filter: fast / normal / slow Automatic zero tracking: 0,25 d/ 0,5 d/ 1 d/ 3 d/ OFF Stabilisation range: 0,25 d/ 0,5 d/ 1 d/ 3 d/ OFF Zero range: 2% / 100% Overload range: 9 d / 2%...

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