Cautions And Warnings - Health O Meter 549KL User Instructions

CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Intended use
The Health o meter® Professional 549KL and 549KG scales were intended to be used in a
professional medical environment by trained medical staff. This product was designed to weigh
infants that are laying or sitting on the tray. Do not modify the product or use it for anything other
than its intended purpose.
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.
 Do not transport the scale with a patient or object on the tray.
 Do not exceed the weight capacity specified for this scale.
 Do not use in the presence of flammable or explosive materials.
 If the scale becomes damaged, it should not be operated until properly serviced.
Patient/caregiver safety
 This scale is designed for static weighing of patients only. No scale should be used for
patient transfer.
 To prevent patient injury, the patient must be attended throughout the entire weighing event.
 To prevent falls or injury, place the scale securely far from the edge of the counter or table
that is used to hold the scale.
In no event whatsoever shall Pelstar, LLC be liable for damages or injuries arising from or
connected with the assembly, use, or misuse of its products.
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