Cautions And Warnings - Health O Meter 594KL User Instructions

CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

INTENDED USE
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This Health o meter Professional scale is intended to be used in a professional medical environment
by trained medical staff. This product was designed to weigh patients who are safely seated on the
weighing seat. This product is not designed for patient transfer, it is not to be used as a wheelchair.
Do not modify the product or use it for anything other than its intended purpose.
To prevent patient/caregiver injury or damage to your scale, please follow the
instructions in this user manual very carefully.
 Do not exceed the weight capacity specified for this scale.
 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 use in the presence of flammable or explosive materials.
 If the scale becomes damaged, it should not be operated until properly serviced.
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Do not transport the scale with a patient or object on the scale.
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Do not wheel or pull the scale down stairs. Doing so may damage internal parts.
 Ensure that the AC adapter and scale do not come in contact with liquids, excessive
temperature, or excessive humidity.
Patient/caregiver safety
 This scale is designed for static weighing of patients only. No scale should be used for patient
transfer.
 Patient should wear socks or other form of lightweight foot covering during weighing event.
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To prevent patient injury, the patient must be attended throughout the entire weighing
event. Caregivers should provide support as needed when getting onto and off of the scale.
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Lock the wheels while weighing a patient. Wheels must not roll freely when positioning a
patient on the scale.
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Do not use the footrest as a step.
When operating the scale with the AC adapter: (Not applicable to the 594KL-C)
 Operate this scale exclusively with the AC 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 AC adapter cord for cracking / fraying, or for broken /
bent plug prongs.
 Prior to using this scale, ensure that the AC adapter is plugged into an outlet with the rated
voltage appropriate for operation.
 Ensure that the AC outlet is wired to a circuit breaker or other protected power source.
 Unplug the AC adapter, and carefully store both the adapter and adapter cord before moving
the scale.
 Operating this scale at voltages and frequencies other than specified can damage the
equipment and will void the warranty.
When operating the scale with batteries:
 For accurate weighing, if the "LO" indicator activates, replace the batteries or switch to the
AC adapter as soon as possible.
 When replacing / inserting batteries, be sure to use all new batteries.
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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