Detecto 6800 Operating Instructions

Caution!
transport position. If damage to scale is determined to have been caused by falling or
dropping scale, the warranty will be voided!
Lowering Scale from
Transport Position to Floor
1. From transport position, stand close to scale with your feet 8 to
12 inches apart.
2. Firmly grasp handle on scale.
3. While stepping back, lower scale to floor, keeping your back
straight and bending your knees until you're in a squatting
position.
Never bend at the waist with your legs straight!
DO NOT DROP SCALE!
Lifting Scale from Floor to
Transport Position
1. Stand close to scale with your feet 8 to 12 inches apart.
2. Keeping your back straight, bend your knees until you're in a
squatting position.
Never bend at the waist with your legs straight!
3. Firmly grasp handle on scale and lift straight up. Don't twist to
either side. Keep scale close to you, not at arm's length.
4. Use your leg muscles as you lift. Keep your back upright and
in its natural posture. Lift steadily and smoothly without jerking.
For storage, lay scale flat for maximum protection against damage.
This scale weighs approximately 36 pounds. Damage to the Load
Cells can occur if scale is dropped or allowed to fall from the
6800 Low-Profile
Bariatric Scale
Operating Instructions