Rice Lake 140-10 Series Operation Instructions Manual

Rice Lake 140-10 Series Operation Instructions Manual

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Rice Lake Digital Physician Scale
140-10 Series
Software Revision 11387

Operation Instructions

To be the best by every measure
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  • Page 1: Operation Instructions

    Rice Lake Digital Physician Scale 140-10 Series Software Revision 11387 Operation Instructions To be the best by every measure 113684...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com or obtained by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department @ 2010 Rice Lake Weighing Systems. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. Series 140-10, Software revision 11387...
  • Page 4 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars. Digital Physician Operation Instructions...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction The Rice Lake Digital Physician Scale is efficiently designed in eye, waist - and floor-level configurations. Each scale is designed to provide accurate, reliable and repeatable weight measurements and has features that enable a fast and convenient weighing process. The eye and waist level model scales are also designed with a large hook handle and two heavy-duty rear wheels for easy portability.
  • Page 6: Scale Assembly

    Scale Assembly Unpacking Your Scale Place the unopened box in an open area that ample room for unpacking the scale. Parts contained in the shipping box include: • The scale • This manual • AC adaptor (in white box). • Scale feet Repacking If the Digital Physican Scale must be returned for modification, calibration or repair, it must be properly packed...
  • Page 7: Getting Ready To Weigh A Patient

    AC Power Connections The Digital Physician Scale has a 120 VAC adaptor or 230 VAC adaptor to use when power is readily available. The AC power adaptor plugs into the back of the indicator as shown in Figure 2-2. Connect the AC power source here.
  • Page 8: Scale Operation

    Scale Operation The display has various front panel keys. They are shown below. Figure 3-1. Front Panel Display Keys Name Function ON-OFF/ZERO ON-OFF - Switches the scale on or off ZERO - Clears weight off the scale and returns it back to zero. BMI/TARE BMI - Enables the user to access the BMI (Body Max Index) function.
  • Page 9: Using The Body Mass Index (Bmi) Function

    Using the Body Mass Index (BMI) Function Body mass index (BMI) is the relationship between weight and height associated with body fat and health risk. It is a reliable indicator of body fatness for people and even though BMI does not measure body fat directly, research has shown the BMI correlates to direct measures of body fat.
  • Page 10: Using The Tare Function

    Using the Tare Function You can use the tare function for deducting an extra weight (such as a wheelchair, or medical equipment attached to the patient) in a weighing operation. Use the following steps to use the tare function. 1. With the scale set to , place the extra load on the scale.
  • Page 11: Rs-232 Communication

    The scale comes with an RS-232 port which 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 System. Figure 2-2 on page 3 shows where the RS-232 connection is.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting And Testing

    See Err 2 Err 6 Unstable weight. Cannot calibrate Check the load cells’ mechanical surroundings and see that nothing touches them and that the cables are properly welded. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Table for the Rice Lake Scale Line Digital Physician Operation Instructions...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Maintenance The following section provides instructions for maintaining and cleaning the Rice Lake line of scales. Maintenance operations other than those described in this section should be performed by qualified service personnel. Basic Maintenance Before the first use of the scale and after periods of non-use, check the scale for proper operation and function. If the scale does not operate correctly, contact qualified service personnel.
  • Page 14: Digital Physician Scale Specifications

    Digital Physician Scale Specifications Power 120 VAC-9VDC-60Hz / 230 VAC-9VDC-50Hz Battery Type Sealed lead acid battery Battery Use 75 hours Automatic power-off can be configured Data Communications RS-232 with RJ-45 jack Selectable baud rate, default - 9600 8 bits No parity 1 stop bit No handshaking Environmental...
  • Page 15: For More Information

    For More Information System Manuals • Rice Lake Digital Physician Scale Technical and Operating Instructions, PN 118603 Literature • Medical Scales - Physician Scales 4 Color, PN 106424 Web Site • http://www.ricelake.com/health Contact Information Hours of Operation Knowledgeable customer service representatives are available 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m.
  • Page 16: Digital Physician Scale Limited Warranty

    Digital Physician Scale Limited Warranty Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) warrants that all RLWS equipment and systems properly installed by a Distributor or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will operate per written specifications as confirmed by the Distributor/OEM and accepted by RLWS. All systems and components are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for two years.
  • Page 18 PN 113684 10/10...

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