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- Page 1 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale Software Version 11525 Technical Manual August 18, 2022 PN 213455 Rev A...
- Page 2 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.
- Page 3 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
7.0 Specifications ............... . . 24 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost. -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Introduction The 350-10-8S digital stretcher scale is designed for safe weighing of patients being received into a medical facility via stretcher. The heavy-duty frame and wide ramps allow easy, safe weighing and fast patient processing. The scale is also equipped with two heavy-duty side wheels for easy portability. -
Page 6: Safety
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. -
Page 7: Assembly
Use scissors or a box cutter to 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. Parts contained in the shipping box include: •... -
Page 8: Scale Setup
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale Scale Setup Move the scale into the area where the weighing process will occur. Remove scale from box by the scale base. Place the scale on a hard, level surface for the most accurate weighments. Placing the scale on thin carpeting IMPORTANT is not recommended. - Page 9 The level bubble must also be centered within its viewing window. Figure 2-6. Level Bubble An uneven base will produce inaccurate weight readings. Note © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
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Page 10: Indicator Installation
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale Indicator Installation Use the following sections to setup the provided Rice Lake indicator. 2.3.1 Load Cell Connection The indicator and scale comes factory installed with a load cell cable connection. Follow the procedure below if the load cell cable needs to be replaced or reconnected to the indicator. -
Page 11: Insert Batteries
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. -
Page 12: Operation
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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. -
Page 13: Weighing
(default is programmed to be 33.0 lb/15.0 kg). 2. Use to adjust the value. Press to start the tare function. The NET annunciator turns on instead ENTER of the GROSS annunciator. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 14: Using The Body Mass Index (Bmi) Function
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
Note: Load cell connection point is located underneath the curved plastic cover of the indicator. Remove four back retaining screws, remove curved back cover to access load cell connection point. Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Table © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 16: Configuration
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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 — left photo). -
Page 17: Configuration Mode
Section 4.7 on page 18 Figure 4-2. Top Level Menu 6. Press to advance to the desired menu. 7. Press and advance in the manual to the related menu selection for further instructions. ENTER © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 18: Programming Mode Menu
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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 ALEN... - Page 19 2. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3. Press the BMI key to move to the left. 4. When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (ALEN). Table 4-1. Configuration Mode Menu (Continued) © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
- Page 20 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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;...
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Page 21: Default Menu
11. A request to put the chosen load on the platform is displayed by Put xxx.xx. . ===== displays then Save displays. 12. Put the chosen weight on the platform and press ENTER © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 22: Test Menu
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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... -
Page 23: Communications
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. -
Page 24: Communication Protocols
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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. -
Page 25: Maintenance Protocol
Firmware ID + development version Current weight Current AD Zero the scale Show flash values (used for the first flash process) USB On/Off (not available on USB communication Table 5-5. Maintenance Protocol Commands © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 26: Usb Connection
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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. -
Page 27: Maintenance
• Clean all external surfaces with a clean, damp cloth or tissue. Mild soap and water solution may be used. Dry with a clean soft cloth • Do not immerse the scale into cleaning or other liquid solutions • Do not use isopropyl alcohol or other solutions to clean the display surface © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved... -
Page 28: Specifications
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale Specifications Power 9 VDC output provided by six AA batteries (included) 230V/120V input provided by AC adapter (optional) Battery Type Six AA size alkaline batteries (included) Battery Use 25 hours continuous use with batteries. Automatic power-off can be configured. - Page 30 © Rice Lake Weighing Systems Specifications subject to change without notice. 230 W. Coleman St. • Rice Lake, WI 54868 • USA U.S. 800-472-6703 • Canada/Mexico 800-321-6703 • International 715-234-9171 • Europe +31 (0)26 472 1319 August 18, 2022 PN 213455 Rev A...