KERN MBC-M Version 1.2 01/2013 Operating instructions Baby scale Contents Technical data ....................4 Declaration of conformity ................5 Explanation of the graphic symbols ..................5 Appliance overview ..................7 Overview of display ........................8 Keyboard overview ........................9 Basic Information (General) ................ 10 Specific function ........................
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12.1 Cleaning ..........................30 12.2 Cleaning / disinfecting ......................30 12.3 Service, maintenance ......................30 12.4 Disposal ........................... 30 Instant help ....................31 Verification ....................32 14.1 Verification validity period (current status in G) ..............33 Adjustment ....................34 MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
600 x 280 x 55 (WxDxH) mm Weight kg (net) Rechargeable battery optional operation Verification according to Medical grade III 2009/23/EG Medical product in accordance with Category I with measuring function 93/42/EEC Height measuring rod, Measuring range: 40 - 80 cm (optional) MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
(Number as an example) Identification of the manufacturing date of the medical product. (Year and month here as example) 2012-10 “Please note the accompanying documents“ or “Please note operating instructions” “Please note operating instructions” “Please note operating instructions” MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
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Instead, take them to communal collection points. Temperature limit indicating the upper and the lower limit (storage temperature on packaging) (Temperature serving as an example) Display of supply voltage for scales with polarity display. 12 V DC / 500 mA MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Is displayed with active drink function HOLD HOLD function Is displayed with active hold function Lights when the voltage drops below the prescribed minimum. Lights when the rechargeable battery Rechargeable battery symbol capacity is almost exhausted. Lights when the rechargeable battery is fully charged. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
The net weight of the baby will be shown: Before drinking In menu: Call up menu How to select menu items For numeric entry: Edit numeric value The gross weight is displayed: After drinking In menu: Confirm selection For numeric entry: Confirm numerical value MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Scales fitted with a serial interface may only be connected to appliances in compliance with Directive EN60601-1. 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! MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
(return to the national standard) fast and at moderate cost. For balances with height measuring rods, we recommend a metrological examination of the accuracy of the height measuring rod, however, this is not mandatory as the determination of human body height involves rather large, intrinsic inaccuracies. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
To prevent cross-contamination (fungal skin infections, …), clean the baby weighing pan or weighing platform every time after weighing. Recommendation: after a weighing procedure that could potentially result in contamination (e. g. after weighing that involves direct skin contact). MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
6 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) 6.1 General hints The installation and use of this baby scale MBC-M requires special precautionary measures as outlined in the EMC information below. This device complies with the limits set for medical electrical devices of group 1, class B (as per EN 60601-1-2).
IEC 61000-3-3 Do not put the baby scale MBC-M directly next to other devices and do not stack it with other devices. If this type of operation is necessary, observe the baby scale MBC-M to ensure normal operation in such an arrangement.
6.3 Electromagnetic noise immunity Guidelines and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic noise immunity The baby scale MBC-M is designed for use in an electromagnetic environment that meets the requirements stated below. The customer or user of the medical electrical device must ensure that operation takes place in such an environment.
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If the measured field intensity at the location where the baby scale MBC-M is to be used exceeds the conformity level above, you should observe the baby scale MBC-M in order to ensure normal operation.
Recommended safety distances between portable and mobile HF telecommunication devices and the medical device The baby scale MBC-M is designed for use in an electromagnetic environment in which HF disturbance variables are controlled. The customer or user of the medical electrical device can help avoiding electromagnetic disturbances by keeping the minimum distance between portable and mobile HF telecommunication devices (transmitters) and the medical device –...
Only use original packaging for returning. Prior to dispatch disconnect all cables and remove loose/mobile parts. Reattach possibly supplied transport securing devices. Secure all parts such as the weighing pan, power unit etc. against shifting and damage. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
In that case, the location must be changed. 8.2 Unpacking Take the balance out of their packaging and place it at the intended position. When using the power pack, ensure that the power cable does not produce a risk of stumbling. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Make sure that all transport locking devices are removed To loosen the transport guard screw out transport screw [1] anticlockwise. For transportation carefully screw-in transport screw clockwise till to the stopper and then fix it using locknut. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Voltage has dropped below prescribed minimum. Rechargeable battery very low. Rechargeable battery completely reloaded If the balance is not used for a longer time, take out the battery pack and store it separately. Leaking liquid could damage the balance. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
(mains, accumulator or battery) and be switched on. The accuracy of the balance depends on the local acceleration of gravity. The value of gravity acceleration is shown on the type plate. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Wait until stability display „STABLE“ appears (example) Press , the zero display appears. Put baby on the weighing pan. Wait until the stability display „STABLE“ appears, then read (example) the weighing result. „NET” is shown at the bottom on the left. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Put the baby in the centre of the weighing pan. The weight of the baby will be displayed and „frozen“. (Beispiel) After unloading the balance, the weighing value remains displayed for approx. 10 seconds, than the balance returns automatically into the weighing mode. The „HOLD“ symbol disappears. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
9.5 Show another decimal place (not verified value) Press and hold for about 2 s whilst weighed result is being shown. The second decimal place will be shown for approx. 5 s. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
With the right hand push the foot stopper (right) (4) carefully to the soles of the baby On the scale read the baby’s size. For further information (for example, installation), refer to the instruction manual that comes with the height measurement. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
. The current setting will be displayed. Select the desired setting with and press confirm or to reject, the balance returns to the menu. Exit menu/ Press , the balance will return to weighing mode. Return to weighing mode MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
If display shows "Pin" adjust switch. Service menu Then press subsequently. P1 Spd Display speed Not documented P2 CAL Adjustment, see chap. 14 Not documented P3 Pro Not documented CoUnt Reset weighing scale to factory setting rESEt SEtGrA Not documented * default setting MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Excess load, during zero setting of weighing scale Incorrect adjusting process Fault on load cell Value outside the A/D changer range Damaged weighing cell Damaged electronics Should other error messages occur, switch balance off and then on again. If the error message remains inform manufacturer. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
The appliance may only be opened by trained service technicians who are authorized by KERN. Disconnect the scales before opening. 12.4 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. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
The balance is on an uneven surface. Electromagnetic fields / static charging (choose different location/switch off interfering device if possible) Should other error messages occur, switch balance off and then on again. If the error message remains inform manufacturer. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Balances with obligation to verify must be taken out of operation if: The weighing result of the balance is outside the error limit. Therefore, in regular intervals load balance with known test weight (ca. 1/3 of the max. load) and compare with displayed value. The reverification deadline has been exceeded. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Rehab clinics and health authorities are treated as hospitals. (4 years of verification validity) Not treated as hospitals (verification validity not limited) are dialysis stations, nursing homes and doctor’s surgeries. (Details derived from: „Information by the verification authority, weighing scales applied in medical use“) MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
Position of the 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. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
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, the currently set balance type is displayed. SnGrA = single range balance dUArG = dual range balance To change select scale type with and confirm with [dESC] appears. repeatedly until „CAL“ will be displayed. Press Confirm with , [UnloAd] appears MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
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An adjusting error or incorrect adjusting weight will be indicated by the error message; repeat adjustment procedure. An adjusting error or incorrect adjustment weight will generate an error message („Err 4“), repeat the adjustment process. MBC-M-BA-e-1312...
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