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350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Software Version 11525 Technical Manual August 17, 2022 PN 213453 Rev A...
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All information contained within this publication is, to the best of our knowledge, complete and accurate at the time of publication. Rice Lake Weighing Systems reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice.
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Initial manual release; formatted content to match other medical manuals; software version 11525 Table i. Revision Letter History Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems. Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com/training or obtained by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department.
7.0 Specifications ............... . . 22 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost.
Introduction Introduction The 350-10-3M digital wheelchair scale is a user-friendly, quality scale, designed for safe weighing of mobility challenged individuals. Movement compensation technology ensures sound, accurate weighments. The scale is set up to use motion sensing technology, to determine actual weight of a moving patient. The weight can be displayed in pounds or kilograms.
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless this manual has been read and all instructions are understood. 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.
Using scissors or a box cutter, cut the strapping bands that secure the box together. Immediately after opening the box, visually inspect the scale to ensure all parts are included and undamaged. If parts were damaged in shipment, notify Rice Lake Weighing Systems and the shipper immediately.
Attaching Feet to the Scale The 350-10-3M digital wheelchair scale comes with four feet that must be attached to the scale base for proper operation. The four feet are located in the parts box in the original shipping box. Use the following steps to attach the feet to the scale.
Power Connection An optional AC power adapter can be used when a power outlet is available. Only use power adapters supplied by or purchased from Rice Lake Weighing Systems. The use of a power IMPORTANT adapter not from Rice Lake Weighing Systems voids the warranty.
350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Operation This section describes the front panel and includes procedures for operation of the scale. Figure 3-1. Front Panel Keypad Key Descriptions The display has 10 front panel keys. Key functions are described in the table below.
350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Using the Body Mass Index (BMI) Function Use the following steps in determining the BMI. 3.6.1 LB Mode 1. Ensure that the scale is at zero. 2. Place the patient on the scale to obtain a weight. The LOCK annunciator appears on the display.
350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Configuration Options and parameter setup are done through the scale configuration. Setup Switch Access to the setup switch is located under the tilt stand cover. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the four screws holding the cover in place (shown below —...
350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Programming Mode Menu Various parameters can be set while in Programming mode. PROG FULL LOAD G-CAL G-LOC ASTRT ROUND DISP value value value value value value value 00000 0.0000 0.000 0.00 10.0 20.0 BAUD ATOL...
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350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Parameter Description Choices Steps ALEN Algorithm initial exponent — Maximum Value (8) The display toggles between a numeric value and ALEN; value 10. If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the Values above 10, will not let you proceed next setting;...
350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale 13. Press again and the display indicates Done. ENTER 14. Press three times to exit back out to the top level Done parameter. 15. Press to return to Weigh mode. ENTER 16. To exit calibration without changing zero or span existing calibration, press...
The unit comes with an RS-232 port that enables weight data to be transmitted to other equipment, such as a computer or printer. The RS-232 cable with DB-9 connector (PN 100719) is available from Rice Lake Weighing Systems. That connection is shown in USB Connection section.
350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Communication Protocols The scale has two communication protocols, escape and maintenance protocol. 5.2.1 Escape Protocol An escape protocol is where the escape (0X1B or ASCII 27) is used to indicate that there is a command following. On the PC side there must be a listener created by the vendor that will interpret this protocol.
350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale USB Connection The scale has the capability of connecting to a Windows computer (PC) using a USB cable (not included) and a terminal ® emulation program. A terminal emulation program allows the transfer of data between the scale and PC using a serial port.
350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Specifications Power 120 VAC - 9 VDC - 60Hz / 230 VAC - 9 VDC - 50Hz Battery Type 6 AA size Alkaline batteries Battery Use 25 hours continuous use Automatic power-off can be configured...