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- Page 1 Operation Manual CARDINAL SCALE MFG. CO. PO BOX 151 • WEBB CITY, MO 64870 8535-M151-O1 Rev A Printed in USA PH (417) 673-4631 • FAX (417) 673-5001 10/02 Web Site - http://www.detectoscale.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ………………………………….. 1 Thank you for purchasing our Detecto Model 8450 Baby Scale. The 8450 comes complete Specifications ……………………………….. 1 with a one-piece platform and base with Installation …………………………………… 2 padded handles. With a 9V DC adapter (not Unpacking ………………………………... -
Page 4: Installation
INSTALLATION UNPACKING Before beginning installation of your scale, make certain the instrument has been received in good condition. When removing the scale from its packing, inspect it for signs of damage, such as exterior dents and scratches. Keep the carton and packing material for return shipment if it should become necessary. -
Page 5: Low Battery
INSTALLATION, Cont. LOW BATTERY When the battery is near the point it needs to be replaced, a low battery indicator on the display will turn on. If the battery voltage drops too low for accurate weighing, the scale will automatically shut off and you will be unable to turn it back on. When the low battery indicator is displayed, the operator should replace the battery or remove the battery and plug-in the 9VDC adapter. -
Page 6: Operation
OPERATION To insure accurate measurement, place the baby’s head on the cushion at either end of the scale. Refer to the illustration below. -
Page 7: Configuration
CONFIGURATION The Model 8450 Baby Scale has been pre-configured at the factory and should not require configuration for use in most applications. In the event that the factory settings do not meet the requirements of your application, the following describes the steps to configure the scale. - Page 8 CONFIGURATION, Cont. To select “lb/oz” weighing units: 1. With the display showing 8QLW , press the MEMORY key and then Kg/Lb key 3 times. The display will change to show arrows ^ ^ pointing to both lb and oz. 2. Press MEMORY key to display lb:oz status. 3.
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Page 9: Calibration
This scale was calibrated at the factory and should not require adjustment. In the event that the scale should need recalibration, the following describes the Calibration of the Model 8450 Baby Scale. A qualified technician should perform this function to maintain the instrument’s high degree of accuracy. -
Page 10: Value Of Gravity For Calibration
VALUE OF GRAVITY FOR CALIBRATION The value of gravity at various locations: Amsterdam 9.813 m/s Manila 9.784 m/s Athens 9.800 m/s Melbourne 9.800 m/s Auckland NZ 9.799 m/s Mexico City 9.779 m/s Bangkok 9.783 m/s Milan 9.806 m/s Birmingham 9.813 m/s New York 9.802 m/s Brussels... - Page 11 NOTES...