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- Page 1 KERN & Sohn GmbH Ziegelei 1 Phone: +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 manual Baby scale KERN MBA Type TMBA-B Version 1.8 2021-02 TMBA_B-BA-d-2118...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
KERN MBA Version 1.8 2021-02 Operating manual Baby scale Contents Technical data ....................5 Declaration of conformity ................6 Explanation of the graphic symbols for medical products ..........6 Appliance overview ..................9 Dimensions ..........................10 Overview of display ........................ 10 Keyboard overview ......................... - Page 4 Weighing ..........................29 Taring ............................30 Hold function (Standstill function) ..................31 Auto off (Automatic switch-off function) ................32 Using the optional equipment height measuring rod MBA-A01 ........33 Menu ......................34 10.1 Navigation in the menu ......................34 10.2 Menu overview ........................
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Page 5: Technical Data
600 x 260 (B x D x H) mm Weight kg (net) Verification in accordance Class III with 2014/31/EU Medical product in Category Im (with measuring function) accordance with 93/42/EEC Height measuring rod, MBA-A01, Measuring range 40 – 80 cm optional TMBA_B-BA-e-2118... -
Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity
2 Declaration of conformity The current EC/EU Conformity declaration can be found online in: www.kern-sohn.com/ce For verified weighing scales (= weighing scales assessed for conformity) a declaration of conformity is included in the scope of delivery. Only these balances are medical products. - Page 7 “Please note the accompanying documents” or “Please note operating instructions” „Observe operating instructions” „Observe operating instructions Identification of manufacturer of medical product including address Kern & Sohn GmbH Ziegelei 1, 72336 Balingen, Germany www.kern-sohn.com Electro-medical appliance with attachment for type B...
- Page 8 Display of supply voltage for scales with polarity display 12 V DC / 500 mA Supply voltage direct current Information To prevent babies lying on the weighing pan from falling off the scale, they must be watched all the time. Please observe note on weighing pan! Level balance before use TMBA_B-BA-e-2118...
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Page 9: Appliance Overview
3 Appliance overview 1. Height measuring rod (optional) 2. Baby weighing pan 3. Keyboard 4. LED 5. Bubble level 6. Mains connection 7. Rubber feet (height adjustable) 8. Battery compartment / adjustment switch inside 9. Not documented TMBA_B-BA-e-2118... -
Page 10: Dimensions
3.1 Dimensions 3.2 Overview of display Display Designation Description GROSS Gross weight display Illuminated when gross weight of the baby is displayed Net weight display Illuminated when net weight of the baby is displayed Illuminated after weighing scale was tared TARE Taring display Illuminated after weighing scale was... - Page 11 Stability display Scales are in a steady state W1 – W2 Display weighing range Illuminated, when the load is within the displayed range HOLD HOLD function Is displayed with active Hold function Lights when the voltage drops below the prescribed minimum. Rechargeable battery Lights when the rechargeable battery symbol...
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Page 12: Keyboard Overview
3.3 Keyboard overview Button Designation Function ON/OFF-button Turn on/off For numeric entry: • Decimal point further to the right In menu: • Confirm selection HOLD button Hold function For numeric entry: • Decimal point further to the left • TARE-key/ Tare balance Zeroing key Weighing scale will be reset to „0.0“... -
Page 13: Basic Information (General)
4 Basic Information (General) Balances have to be verified for the purposes stated below in accordance with Directive 2014/31/EU. Article 1, paragraph 4. “Determination of mass in the practice of medicine that is, weighing patients for reasons of medical supervision during medical surveillance, examination and treatment.”... -
Page 14: Improper Use / Contraindications
The balance may only be used according to the described conditions. Other areas of use must be released by KERN in writing. If the balance is not used for a longer time, take out the batteries and store them separately. -
Page 15: Monitoring Of Test Resources
Information is available on KERN’s home page (www.kern-sohn.com) with regard to the monitoring of balance test substances and the test weights required for this. In KERN’s accredited DKD calibration laboratory test weights and balances may be... -
Page 16: Basic Safety Precautions
5.1 Pay attention to the instructions in the Operation Manual Carefully read this operation manual before setup and commissioning, even if you are already familiar with KERN balances. 5.2 Personnel training The medical staff must apply and follow the operating instructions for proper use and care of the product. -
Page 17: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)
Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the equipment MBA-M, including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result. - Page 18 ±1kg unstable readings while measuring at rated weight capacity. Also in certain cases the baby scale MBA-M may cause such failures in other devices. To eliminate problems of that kind, we recommend you to take one or several of the measures listed below: •...
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Page 19: Electromagnetic Interferences
Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The baby scale MBA-M is intended to be operated in an electromagnetic environment as defined below. The customer or user of the baby scale MBA-M should ensure that operation takes place in such an environment. -
Page 20: Electromagnetic Noise Immunity
Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity The baby scale MBA-M is intended to be operated in an electromagnetic environment as defined below. The customer or user of the baby scale MBA-M should ensure that operation takes place in such an environment. - Page 21 Power frequency 30 A/m 30 A/m magnetic field 50Hz/60Hz 50Hz/60Hz IEC 61000-4-8 Conducted RF IEC61000-4-6 0,15 MHz – 80 MHz 0,15 MHz – 80 MHz 6 V in ISM band between 0,15 MHz 6 V in ISM band between 0,15 MHz and 80 MHz and 80 MHz 80 % AM at 1 kHz...
- Page 22 If the measured field intensity at the location where the baby scale MBA-M is to be used exceeds the conformity level above, you should observe the baby scale MBA-M in order to ensure normal operation. If you observe unusual features of performance you may have to take additional measures such as a change in alignment or a different location for the medical device.
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Page 23: Crucial Features Of Performance
Recommended safety distances between portable and mobile HF telecommunication devices and the medical device The baby scale MBA-M is designed for use in an electromagnetic environment in which HF disturbance variables are controlled. The customer or user of the baby scale MBA-M can help avoiding electromagnetic disturbances by keeping the minimum distance between portable and mobile HF telecommunication devices (transmitters) and the medical device –... -
Page 24: Transport And Storage
7 Transport and storage 7.1 Testing upon acceptance When receiving the appliance, please check packaging immediately, and the appliance itself when unpacking for possible visible damage. 7.2 Packaging / return transport Keep all parts of the original packaging for a possibly required return. -
Page 25: Unpacking, Setup And Commissioning
8 Unpacking, Setup and Commissioning 8.1 Installation Site, Location of Use The balances are designed in a way that reliable weighing results are achieved in common conditions of use. You will work accurately and fast, if you select the right location for your balance. -
Page 26: Installation
8.4 Installation Carefully remove the balance from the packaging, remove plastic cover and setup balance at the intended workstation. Levelling Level balance with foot screws until the air bubble of the water balance is in the prescribed circle. 8.5 Battery operation The balance offers also the possibility to be operated with 6x AA-batteries. - Page 27 If the batteries are run down,to turn off, press the button and immediately change the batteries. If the balance is not used for a longer time, take out the batteries and store them separately. Leaking battery liquid could damage the balance. Capacity of batteries exhausted.
- Page 28 Insert batteries: Remove the battery compartment lid on the lower side of the balance Connect the battery block with batteries to the contact of the housing and insert into the battery compartment. Fix it using the battery compartment lid. TMBA_B-BA-e-2118...
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Page 29: Mains Connection (Option)
Power is supplied by the external power unit which also serves to isolate the mains supply from the scale. The stated voltage value must be the same as the local voltage. Only approved genuine KERN power supply units may be used in compliance with Directive EN 60601-1. 8.7 Optional equipment mains adapters Available mains adapters (optional) •... -
Page 30: Taring
9.2 Taring The tare weight of any preloads can be deducted by pressing a button so that the actual weight of the baby is displayed in subsequent weighings. Put object (such as towel or padding) on the weighing pan. Wait for stability display (example) Press , the zero display appears. -
Page 31: Hold Function (Standstill Function)
9.3 Hold function (Standstill function) The balance has an integrated standstill function (mean value calculation). This allows one to weigh the baby exactly, even if it is not restful in the weighing pan. Start balance by pressing Await zero display Place the baby, press , “---------“... -
Page 32: Auto Off (Automatic Switch-Off Function)
9.4 Auto off (Automatic switch-off function) The balance offers the possibility of an automatic switch-off. It can be adjusted: Selectable between 30, 60, 180 sec. and off. Switch-on the balance, in weighing mode press approx. 3 sec.; AF will be displayed. Press , the switch-off time set as last will be displayed, e.g. -
Page 33: Using The Optional Equipment Height Measuring Rod Mba-A01
9.5 Using the optional equipment height measuring rod MBA-A01 The scale has the ability to determine not only the weight but also the body height using the optional height measuring rod. Fixed stop Movable stop min. 30 cm max. 80 cm For this purpose proceed as follows: ... -
Page 34: Menu
10 Menu Access to service menu “tCH” is locked in verified balances. To disable the access lock, destroy the seal mark and actuate the adjustment switch. For position of adjustment switch, see chap. 13. Attention: After destruction of the seal the weighing system must be re- verified by an authorised agency and a new verification wire/seal mark fitted before it can be reused for applications subject to verification. -
Page 35: Menu Overview
10.2 Menu overview Function Settings Description AF oFF Automatic shutdown switched off Automatic AF 30 Automatic shutdown after 30 min. shutdown Auto off AF 60 Automatic shutdown after 60 min. AF 180 Automatic shutdown after 180 min. Reset weighing scale to factory setting reset to factory setting TMBA_B-BA-e-2118... -
Page 36: Error Reports
11 Error reports Display Description Zero range exceeded (on start-up or when pressing the key) • Load on weighing pan • Excess load, during zero setting of weighing scale • Incorrect adjusting process • Fault on load cell Battery capacity exhausted Zero range exceeded Zero setting range not achieved Adjustment error... -
Page 37: Servicing, Maintenance, Disposal
12.3 Sterilisation Sterilisation of the appliance not allowed. 12.4 Servicing, maintenance The appliance may only be opened by trained service technicians who are authorized by KERN. We recommend a regular safety-related technical check (STK). Disconnect the scales before opening. 12.5 Disposal Disposal of packaging and appliance must be carried out by operator according to valid national or regional law of the location where the appliance is used. -
Page 38: Instant Help
13 Instant help In case of a fault in the program sequence, the balance should be shortly switched off. The weighing process must then be restarted from the beginning. Failure: Possible causes: The balance is not switched on. The displayed weight does not glow. -
Page 39: Verification
14 Verification General: According to EU directive 2014/31/EU balances must be officially verified if they are used as follows (legally controlled area): a) For commercial transactions if the price of goods is determined by weighing. b) For the production of medicines in pharmacies as well as for analyses in the medical and pharmaceutical laboratory. -
Page 40: Verification Validity Period (Current Status In D)
Position adjustment switch and seals: Self-destroying seal mark Self-destroying seal mark Sealing mark, adjustment switch below it 14.1 Verification validity period (current status in D) Personal scales (including chair and wheelchair scales) in hospitals 4 years Personal scales, when not located in hospitals (for example, unlimited doctor's offices and nursing homes) Baby weighing scales and mechanical birth weight scales... -
Page 41: Adjustment
1. Carry out adjustment as closely as possible to admissible maximum load of weighing scale. Info about test weights can be found on the Internet at: http://www.kern-sohn.com. • Observe stable environmental conditions. For warm-up time required for stabilisation see chap. - Page 42 Procedure: Switch on balance Operate adjustment switch; for position see chap.14 The balance is now in service menu. Press repeatedly until cAL E appears Confirm with , the adjustment weight selected as last is displayed, e.g. 5000 kg (example) Select desired setting with and acknowledge by (example)
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Page 43: Equipment (Optional)
16 Equipment (optional) Item number Type number Product MBA-A01 TMBA-A01-A Height measuring rod YKA-43 TYKA-43-A Power supply unit (EU/UK/CH) YKA-44 TYKA-44-A Power supply unit (EU) TMBA_B-BA-e-2118...