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- Page 1 KERN & Sohn GmbH www.kern-sohn.com Ziegelei 1 +0049-[0]7433-9933-0 72336 Balingen-Frommern +0049-[0]7433-9933-149 Germany info@kern-sohn.com Operating instructions Personal balances KERN MPN TMPN 200K-1HM-A TMPN 200K-1M-A TMPN 200K-1PM-A TMPN 300K-1LM-A Version 1.3 2022-06 TMPN_A-BA-e-2213...
- Page 2 Други езикови версии ще намерите в сайта www.kern-sohn.com/manuals Flere sprogudgaver findes på websiden www.kern-sohn.com/manuals Muud keeleversioonid leiate Te leheküljel www.kern-sohn.com/manuals Más versiones de idiomas se encuentran online bajo www.kern-sohn.com/manuals Άλλες γλωσσικές αποδόσεις θα βρείτε στην ιστοσελίδα www.kern-sohn.com/manualss Vous trouverez d’autres versions de langue online sous www.kern-sohn.com/manuals Citas valodu versijas atradīsiet vietnē...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
KERN MPN Version 1.3 2022-06 Operating instructions Personal balances with BMI function Contents Technical data .................... 5 Tolerances height meter ..................7 Declaration of conformity ................8 Explanation of the graphic symbols for medical products ........8 Appliance overview .................. 11 Overview of displays .....................14... - Page 4 Navigation in the menu ..................45 10.2 Menu overview ......................46 Communication with peripheral devices via KUP connection ..... 48 11.1 KERN Communications Protocol (KERN Interface Protocol) .........49 11.2 Data output after pressing the PRINT button < manual > ........50 11.3 Automatic data output <auto> ................50 11.4...
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Page 5: Technical Data
1 Technical data KERN 200K-1HM 200K-1PM Item no./ Type TMPN TMPN 200K-1HM-A 200K-1PM-A Display 6-digit Weighing range (max) 250 kg Minimum load (Min) 2 kg Readability (d) 0.1 kg Verification value (e) 100 g ≤50 kg = 0.5 e Accuracy for first verification >50 kg-200 kg = 1 e... - Page 6 KERN 200K-1M 300K-1LM TMPN TMPN Item no./ Type 200K-1M-A 300K-1LM-A Display 6-digit Weighing range (max) 250 kg 300 kg Minimum load (Min) 2 kg 2 kg Readability (d) 0.1 kg 0.1 kg Verification value (e) 0.1 kg 0.1 kg ≤50 kg = 0.5 e Accuracy for first verification >50 kg-200 kg = 1 e...
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Page 7: Tolerances Height Meter
1.1 Tolerances height meter Measured value (cm) Tolerance (cm) < 90 ± 0.5 ± 1.0 ± 1.0 ± 1.0 TMPN_A-BA-e-2213... -
Page 8: 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) the declaration of conformity is included in the scope of delivery. Only these balances are medical products. - Page 9 Observe operating instructions Observe operating instructions Identification of manufacturer of medical product including address Kern & Sohn GmbH D–72336 Balingen,Germany www.kern-sohn.com Electro-medical device with supplement for type B Device protection class II Dispose of old appliances separately from your household waste! Instead, take them to communal collection points.
- Page 10 Seal mark KERN SEAL Mains connection Electrostatically endangered structural components TMPN_A-BA-e-2213...
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Page 11: Appliance Overview
3 Appliance overview 1. Body height measuring rod (MPN-HM-A models only) 2. Display Unit 3. Weighing platform (anti-slip surface) 4. Rubber feet (height adjustable) MPN-PM-A TMPN_A-BA-e-2213... - Page 12 MPN-M-A MPN-LM-A Secondary display at rear (MPN-HM-A and MPN-PM-A) TMPN_A-BA-e-2213...
- Page 13 Display unit at rear 5 Rechargeable battery/Battery compartment 6 Mains connection 7 KUP TMPN_A-BA-e-2213...
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Page 14: Overview Of Displays
3.1 Overview of displays Display Designation Description Stability display Scales are in a steady state Zeroing display Should the balance not display exactly zero despite empty weighing plate, press button. Your balance will be set to zero after a short standby time. Net weight display Illuminated when net weight is displayed Illuminated after weighing scale was... -
Page 15: Keyboard Overview
3.2 Keyboard overview Button Designation Function ON/OFF-button Turn on/off HOLD button Hold function/Calculation of a stable weight value In menu: • Select menu items For numeric entry: • Lowering numeric value BMI button Calculation of the Body Mass Index In menu: •... -
Page 16: 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 17: Non-Intended Product 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 18: Warranty
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 19: Reporting Serious Incidents
4.7 Reporting serious incidents All serious incidents appeared related to this product must be reported to the manufacturer and the responsible authority of the member state where the user and/or the patient are residents. „Serious incident“ that means an incident which directly or indirectly had, could have or could have had one of the following consequences: ➢... -
Page 20: 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 21: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)
6 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) 6.1 General hints This device complies with the limits set for medical electrical devices of group 1, class B (as per EN 60601-1-2). The device is suitable for home healthcare and professional health institutes environments. The installation and use of this electrical medical device requires special precautionary measures as outlined in the EMC information below. - Page 22 performance regulation is less than ±1kg instable reading when measuring with evaluated weight capacity. In the same way, the personal balance MPN in certain cases may cause such disturbances 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 23: Electromagnetic Emission Of Interferences
6.2 Electromagnetic emission of interferences All required instructions to preserve the BASIC SAFETY and REQUIRED PERFORMANCE considering the electromagnetic interferences for the expected service life. The tables below refer to the product operated by mains current Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration - Electromagnetic emissions The personal balance MPN is designed for use in an electromagnetic environment that meets the requirements stated below. -
Page 24: Electromagnetic Interference Immunity
6.3 Electromagnetic interference immunity Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic interference immunity The personal balance MPN is designed for use in an electromagnetic environment that meets the requirements stated below. The customer or user of the personal balance MPN should ensure that operation takes place in such an environment. - Page 25 Interference against wire-guided interference 0.15MHz - 80MHz 0.15MHz - 80MHz variables, inducted by 6V in the ISM and in the amateur 6V in the ISM and in the amateur high-frequency fields radio strips between 0.15MHz and radio strips between 0.15MHz and 80MHz 80MHz IEC 61000-4-6...
- Page 26 Guideline and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity to interference Test fre- Strip Service Modulation Maximum Dis- IMMUNITY quency (MHz) Power tance 60601-1-2 TO INTER- (MHz) Test Level FERENCE (V/m) TEST LEVEL Radiated (V/m) radio- 380 – TETRA 400 Impulse frequency Modulation IEC61000- 18 Hz...
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Page 27: Crucial Features Of Performance
6.3.1 Crucial features of performance The personal balance MPN does not have any crucial features of performance as per IEC 60601-1. The system may be subject to interference by other devices even if these devices conform to current emission requirements as per CISPR. 6.4 Minimum distances Recommended safety distances between portable and mobile HF telecommunication devices and the medical device... -
Page 28: 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. 7.1.1 Packaging / return transport Keep all parts of the original packaging for a possibly required return. ... -
Page 29: Unpacking, Installation And Commissioning
8 Unpacking, Installation 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. On the installation site observe the following: •... -
Page 30: Balance Assembly And Installation
8.4 Balance assembly and installation Assembly: Mount stand (1) on stand holder (2) at weighing platform Ensure that the cable (3) does not get clamped! Fasten stand, using 4 screws Level balance with foot screws until the air bubble of the water balance is in the prescribed circle. -
Page 31: Fix The Body Height Measuring Rod
Wall fixture for models TMPN-1M-A and TMPN-1LM-A: Screws for affixing the wall fixture on the display unit Position of the screws to affix the display unit to the wall 8.5 Fix the body height measuring rod The force necessary for extending the telescopic height meter can be adapted with the help of two adjustment screws on the stand (see fig.). -
Page 32: Battery Operation
Capacity of batteries will soon be exhausted. Batteries completely charged Disclaimer: Only use KERN type rechargeable battery YMR-01 (RC 193650) or batteries AA 1.5 V (6x). Other may cause damages to the product, which can lead to injuries of persons. -
Page 33: Rechargeable Battery Operation Using An Optional Battery Power Pack
Insert batteries: Remove the battery compartment lid at the side of the display unit (1) Remove the battery holder (2) Insert the batteries into the battery holder Insert batteries with the battery holder into the battery compartment and lock it with battery compartment cover. -
Page 34: Mains Connection
Power is supplied by the external mains adapter which also serves to isolate the mains supply from the scale. The stated voltage value must be the same as the local voltage. Always use genuine approved KERN power pack units as per directive EN 60601-1. If the symbol appears in the display, the rechargeable battery will soon be exhausted. -
Page 35: Operation
9 Operation 9.1 Weighing Start balance by pressing The balance will carry out a self-test The balance is ready for operation as soon as the weight display “0.0 kg“ appears. ▪ At any moment you can reset the balance to zero by pressing button. -
Page 36: Subsequent Tare Weight
9.2.1 Subsequent tare weight The balance can be tared several times successively. 9.2.2 Pretare The possibility exists to enter either a known pre-tare value via the keyboard or to store the weight of an object placed on the weighing plate as a pre-tare value. Store the weight of an object placed on the weighing plate: ... - Page 37 Enter the pre-tare value manually via the keyboard: Start balance by pressing Wait for stability display Press and keep pressed, the application menu is called up. „ApcMen“, followed by „WghMod“ is displayed Then „PtArE“ appears automatically. Acknowledge by , in the display „PT“...
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Page 38: Hold Function
9.3 HOLD function The balance has an integrated standstill function (mean value calculation). With this function it is possible to weigh people accurately even if they do not stand still on the weighing plate. Start balance by pressing Wait for stability display , in the display „---------“... -
Page 39: Determing The Body Height (Mpn-Hm-A Only)
9.4.1 Determing the body height (MPN-HM-A only) Push measuring rod upwards and set the headpiece horizontally. Push measuring rod carefully down until the headpiece touches the person’s head (measuring without shoes). A fixed headpiece pointing outwards poses a risk of injury. ... -
Page 40: Calculating Body Mass Index
A correctly exercised height measurement will achieve an accuracy of up to 5 mm. 9.4.2 Calculating Body Mass Index Start balance by Wait for stability display Press The most recently entered body height will be shown in centimeters, the enabled digit flashes. -
Page 41: Classification Of Bmi Values
9.4.3 Classification of BMI values Weight classification for adults over 18 years of age using the BMI in accordance with WHO, 2000 EK IV and WHO 2004. Category BMI (kg/m Risk of diseases associated with overweight Underweight < 18.5 18.5 – 24.9 Normal weight Average Overweight... - Page 42 Select the required setting by and acknowledge on Press repeatedly until the zero display appears. The balance is now in weighing mode To set a determined switch-off time, proceed as follows: As described above, call-up the menu item „ModE“ ...
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Page 43: Signal Tone When Pressing Button
9.6 Signal tone when pressing button The balance offers the possibility to switch off or on an acoustic signal by pressing the keys. • Menu settings: [bEEPEr] [KEYS – on/oFF] In menu call-up the menu item „bEEPEr“ Press „KEYS“... -
Page 44: Setting Time And Date
9.7 Setting time and date (only available with Real Time Clock) • Menu settings: [dAtiME] Setting date: In menu call-up the menu item „dAtiME“ Press repeatedly until the prompt for entering the year appears „YY20xx“. Enter the current year with (example) and confirm by ... -
Page 45: Menu
10 Menu Access to service menu „x10“ is locked in verified balances. To disable the access lock, destroy the seal mark and actuate the adjustment switch. Position of the adjustment switch see chap. 18.1 Attention: After destruction of the seal mark the weighing system must be re- verified by an authorized agency and a new seal mark fitted before it can be reused for applications subject to verification. -
Page 46: Menu Overview
10.2 Menu overview Available settings / explanation Menu block Menu item Main menu Submenu SEtuP rS232 RS232 mode Interface bAUd Baud rate 9600, 14400, 19200, 38400, 57600, parameter 115200, 128000, 256000, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800 Data bits: 8dbitS, 7dbitS dAtA Parity nonE, odd, EVEn PAritY StoP... - Page 47 bEEPEr KEYS Signal tone when pressing button Signal tone Acoustic signal on Acoustic signal off AutoFF Mode Settings autom. switch-off function Automatic switch- Automatic switch-off function switched off on function Automatic switch-off independent on the load on Auto the balance Automatic switch-off only with zero display onLY0 timE...
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Page 48: Communication With Peripheral Devices Via Kup Connection
Issue may be made to a printer, PC or check displays. In reverse order, control orders and data inputs may be made via the connected devices. The balances of the TMPN series are equipped with a KUP connection (KERN Universal Port) as per standard. -
Page 49: Kern Communications Protocol (Kern Interface Protocol)
11.1 KERN Communications Protocol (KERN Interface Protocol) KCP is a standardized set of interface orders for KERN balances, which allows many parameters and device functions to be called up and controlled. KERN devices that have KCP can use it to connect easily to computers, industrial control systems and other digital systems. -
Page 50: Data Output After Pressing The Print Button < Manual
11.2 Data output after pressing the PRINT button < manual > Activate function: In Setup menu invoke the menu setting <Print PrMode> and confirm with ➔ button . For a manual data output select the menu setting < manual > with the navigation keys ... -
Page 51: Continuous Data Output < Cont
If required, place empty container on scale and tare. Place goods to be weighed. The weighing values are issued according to the defined interval. Sample log (KERN YKB-01N): The balances which have a serial interface, may only be connected to electrical office machines. -
Page 52: Data Format
Options: < short > Standard measuring protocol < long > Detailed measuring protocol Confirm setting with ➔-button. To exit the menu press the navigation key repeatedly. Sample log (KERN YKB-01N): format short format long TMPN_A-BA-e-2213... -
Page 53: Wlan
Transmission frequency: 2412 - 2472 MHz ➢ Maximum transmission performance: < 20dBm ➢ Application log: KCP (KERN Communications Protocol): ➢ Set up WIFI connections: 1. The balance creates a WIFI access point as soon as it has started up (WLAN symbol in the balance display appears). -
Page 54: Print Function
6. Close the website 7. Connect the computer to the selected network 8. Enter the IP / Port into the target software: 23 11.7 Print function After a correct connection of the software and the balance, the weighing data can be transferred using the button on the balance. -
Page 55: Bluetooth
12 Bluetooth The balance is optionally available with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and will then be visible to Bluetooth Master devices using its serial number. To access this, please use an appropriate software program / app which supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). Applications exclusively using Bluetooth Classic (BLC) will not work. -
Page 56: Error Messages
14 Error messages Display Description Battery capacity exhausted Battery capacity soon exhausted Zero setting range exceeded Zero setting range not achieved Adjustment error Load instable Underload Overload Should other error messages occur, switch balance off and then on again. If the error message remains inform manufacturer. -
Page 57: Servicing, Maintenance, Disposal
Sterilisation of the appliance not allowed. 15.4 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) by a qualified expert. Disconnect scales from mains before opening. -
Page 58: Instant Help For Troubleshooting
16 Instant help for troubleshooting In case of an error in the program process, briefly turn off the balance and disconnect from power supply. The weighing process must then be restarted from the beginning. Fault Possible cause • The balance is not switched on The weight display does not glow •... -
Page 59: Verification
17 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 60: Verification Validity Period (Current Status In D)
17.1 Verification validity period (current status in D) Personal scales (including chair and wheelchair scales) in 4 years hospitals Personal balances, when not located in hospitals (for example, unlimited doctor's offices and nursing homes) Baby weighing scales and mechanical birth weight scales 4 years Bed scales 2 years... -
Page 61: 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. -
Page 62: Adjustment Switch And Seals
Press again , „cALEXt“ is displayed. (should this not be displayed, press repeatedly until „cALEXt“ is displayed Press , the required adjustment weight is shown Acknowledge by , „Zero“ is shortly displayed: Ensure that there are no objects on the weighing plate. ...
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