Section I - Installation; Caution And Warnings - Health O Meter BCS-G6 Series User Instructions

Section I - Installation

Caution and Warnings

• Individuals who have internally implanted medical devices, such as Pacemakers, should
not use this equipment due to the risk of malfunction to the device that may be caused
by the weak electrical current.
• To prevent injury and damage to your scale, please follow these instructions very
carefully.
• Assemble and operate the scale per the enclosed user instructions.
• For accurate weighing, this scale must be placed on a flat, stable surface.
• For accurate weighing, verify before each use the proper operation according to the
procedure described in this manual.
• Operating this scale at voltages and frequencies other than specified can damage the
equipment and will void the warranty.
• Do not transport the scale with any weight on the platform.
• Do not exceed recommended weight limit of 1000 lbs for this scale.
• Do not use in the presence of flammable or explosive materials.
• To prevent patient injury, the patient must be attended to throughout the entire
weighing event.
• Operate this scale exclusively with the power adapter provided by Health o meter®
Professional. Use of an unspecified adapter will void the warranty, and can pose a
serious safety hazard.
• Prior to using this scale, inspect the power adapter cord for cracking or fraying, or for
broken / bent plug prongs.
• Prior to using this scale, ensure that the power adapter is plugged into an outlet with
the rated voltage appropriate for operation.
• Ensure that the power adapter outlet is wired to a circuit breaker or other protected
power source.
• Ensure that the power adapter and scale do not come in contact with liquids, excessive
temperature, or excessive humidity.
• Unplug the power adapter, and carefully store both the power adapter and adapter
cord before moving the scale.
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