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Rice Lake Weighing Systems Portable Digital Wheelchair Scale - 350-10-3M
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DocumentDocument350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Software Version 11525 Operation Manual August 17, 2022 PN 194980 Rev A © Rice Lake Weighing Systems. All rights reserved. Rice Lake Weighing Systems® is a registered trademark of Rice Lake Weighing Systems. All other brand or product names within this publication are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. All information contained within this publication is, to the best of our knowledge, complete and accurate at the time of publication. Rice Lake Weighing Systems reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice. The most current version of this publication, software, firmware and all other product updates can be found on our website: www.ricelake.com Revision History Revision History This section tracks and describes the current and previous manual revisions for awareness of major updates and when the updates took place. Revision A Date Description August 17, 2022 Established a revision history; formatted content to match other medical manuals; software version 11525 Table i. Revision Letter History Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems. Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com/training or obtained by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved i 350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale Contents 1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.1 FCC Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2.0 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2.1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2.1.1 Repacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2.2 Scale Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2.2.1 Attaching Feet to the Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2.2.2 Hinge Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2.2.3 Insert Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2.2.4 Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3.0 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 3.1 Key Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 3.2 Weighing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3.3 Hold/Release Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3.4 Preset Tare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3.5 Toggle Tare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3.6 Using the Body Mass Index (BMI) Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 3.6.1 LB Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 3.6.2 KG Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 3.7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 4.0 RS-232 Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 4.1 Push-button Keypad Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 4.2 USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 5.0 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 5.1 Basic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 5.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 6.0 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars ii Introduction 1.0 Introduction The 350-10-3M dual-ramp digital wheelchair scale is a user-friendly, quality scale, designed for safe weighing of mobility challenged individuals. Movement compensation technology ensures sound, accurate weighments. The scale is set up to use motion sensing technology, to determine actual weight of a moving patient. The weight can be displayed in pounds or kilograms. To obtain a tare weight, See Section 3.0 on page 6. The wheelchair scale has a unique folding feature that enables easy transportation and simplifies assembly, avoiding the need for field wiring and recalibration. All that is required is to open the packaging and unfold the scale. 1.1 FCC Compliance United States This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Canada This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la Class A prescites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique edicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 1 350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale 1.2 Safety Safety Definitions: DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. Includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. IMPORTANT Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to equipment or corruption to and loss of data. General Safety Do not operate or work on this equipment unless this manual has been read and all instructions are understood. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals. WARNING Failure to heed could result in serious injury or death. Ensure every individual who operates or works with this unit has read and understands all safety information. Do not transport the scale while someone is on the scale. Do not allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this scale. Do not use in the presence of flammable materials. Do not use this product if any of the components are loose or cracked. Do not use near water. Do not use the scale on slippery surfaces, such as a wet floor. Do not use this scale when a person's body or feet are wet, such as after taking a bath. Do not place fingers into slots or possible pinch points. To avoid cross contamination, the scale should be cleaned regularly. Prior to cleaning, make sure the scale is disconnected from the power source. People with disabilities, or who are physically frail, should always be assisted by another person when using this scale. IMPORTANT Do not drop the scale or subject it to violent shocks. Do not jump on the scale. For accurate weighing, the scale must be placed on a flat, stable surface. Operating at voltages and frequencies other than specified could damage the equipment. Avoid contact with excessive moisture. Do not make alterations or modifications to the scale. Rice Lake Weighing Systems offers optional AC adapters; utilizing an adapter not supplied by Rice Lake Weighing Systems voids all warranties and approvals. Weight exceeding the maximum capacity may damage the scale. 2 Assembly 2.0 Assembly Use the following information to unpack and set up the 350-10-3M dual-ramp digital wheelchair scale. 2.1 Unpacking Place the unopened box in an open area that has ample room for unpacking the scale. Note The 350-10-3M digital wheelchair scale box is bulky, so two people are recommended for unpacking. Using scissors or a box cutter, cut the strapping bands that secure the box together. Immediately after opening the box, visually inspect the scale to ensure all parts are included and undamaged. If parts were damaged in shipment, notify Rice Lake Weighing Systems and the shipper immediately. Parts contained in the shipping box include: · Scale · Manual · AA batteries (6) · Scale feet (4) Figure 2-1. Box Contents Packed in Styrofoam 2.1.1 Repacking Retain the packaging for use in the event that the scale must be returned or moved. The product must be properly packed with sufficient packing materials. Whenever possible, use the original carton and packing materials when shipping the scale back. IMPORTANT Damage caused by improper packaging is not covered by the warranty. 2.2 Scale Setup Move the scale into the area where the weighing process will occur. Place the scale on a hard, level surface for the most accurate weighments. Placing the scale on thin carpeting is not recommended. CAUTION Rice Lake Weighing Systems recommends using two people for lifting the scale and to use proper lifting techniques to prevent injury. 1.Using two people, remove the scale out of the packaging material that it came in by lifting the scale out of the box by the scale base. IMPORTANT Do not lift the scale out of the box by its handle as this can cause the hinges to break or affect the scale operation. 2. Gently set the scale base down to the floor. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 3 350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale 2.2.1 Attaching Feet to the Scale The 350-10-3M digital wheelchair scale comes with four feet that must be attached to the scale base for proper operation. The four feet are located in the parts box in the original shipping box. Use the following steps to attach the feet to the scale. 1. Tip the scale onto it's side on a level surface so the scale base is accessible. CAUTION When tipping the scale, be cautious of surroundings to prevent potential injuries. 2. Rotate the four round feet clockwise into the scale base until secure as shown in Figure 2-2. Feet are secure when no mechanical binding is present. Figure 2-2. Secure Scale Platform Feet 3. To prevent interference with the scale base, screw each foot counterclockwise four entire turns. The scale will not weigh properly if the feet restrict the scale platform. 4. Gently set the scale base down on to the floor. Ensure there is minimal clearance between the scale base and the floor without having the scale base contacting the floor. Figure 2-3. Scale Base Clearance 5. It is important to ensure that the scale is completely level. Gently press down on all corners of the scale base to ensure that there are no high spots or rocking of the scale base. 6. Adjust feet as needed to level the scale base. Note An uneven base will produce inaccurate weight readings. 2.2.2 Hinge Assembly 1. Loosen the knobs by rotating counterclockwise and set the scale arms upright. Figure 2-4. Loosen the Durable Hinges to Set Handles Upright 2. Tighten the two hinges on the 350-10-3M digital wheelchair slcale by tightening the two knobs by rotating clockwise to secure the handrail mounted indicator. 4 2.2.3 Insert Batteries The six AA batteries supplied with the scale provide an average of 25 hours of continuous use. To install the batteries: 1. Turn thumbscrew counterclockwise then remove battery cover. 2. Insert batteries into the battery chamber as illustrated. Assembly Thumb Screw Figure 2-5. Battery Chamber 3. Put the cover in place and turn the thumbscrew clockwise to secure. Note Remove the batteries prior to storing if the product is not going to be used for an extended period of time. Note If the LO BAT indicator activates, for accurate weighing, replace the batteries or connect the scale to an AC power source as soon as possible. 2.2.4 Power Connection An optional AC power adapter can be used when a power outlet is available. IMPORTANT Only use power adapters supplied by or purchased from Rice Lake Weighing Systems. The use of a power adapter not from Rice Lake Weighing Systems voids the warranty. AC Power Connection Figure 2-6. Power Connection Site The battery annunciator on the display turns off when using an AC power connection. Note The brightness of the backlight is reduced to 60% when using battery power. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 5 350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale 3.0 Operation This section describes the front panel and includes procedures for operation of the scale. Figure 3-1. Front Panel Keypad 3.1 Key Descriptions The display has 10 front panel keys. Key functions are described in the table below. IMPORTANT The front panel keys are very sensitive, so only a gentle press is required. Key Name On/Off Powers the scale on or off Function On/Off Print LB/KG Print LB/KG Zero Sends data out from the RS-232 port; Allows to toggle between kilograms and pounds providing that it is enabled in Configuration mode; Cannot toggle while in the BMI mode Only functions if the current weight is stable and less than 2% of the capacity of the scale. Anything over 2% requires a recalibration Zero Hold Release Displays most current weight value on the display and holds that value when the patient is off the scale. A second press releases the weight value. Not active while in BMI mode Hold Release BMI BMI TARE TARE T Pressing the BMI key enables access to the BMI (Body Mass Index) mode (defaults when scale is turned on). The patient is gets on the scale, weight stabilizes and press the BMI key. The display then asks for the patient height to calculate out the patient BMI. Used to remove the weight initially of anything on the scale that shouldn't be included in the total weight of the patient on the scale CLEAR CLEAR When using the BMI function, the display looks for a height entry. Pressing Clear changes this entry back to 190.0 cm (default) or 5 ft, 7.5 in.Once BMI is displayed, pressing the Clear key exits BMI ENTER ENTER Used to accept height in BMI mode; accepts the value of the parameter last entered and moves to the next stage Pressing and holding Enter during startup will display ID. This is the first setup on entering into configuration mode Up Arrows Adjusts the value of the flashing digit/number Adjusts height input (0.5 in/0.5 cm) while in BMI mode Down Arrows Adjusts the value of the flashing digit/number Adjusts height input (0.5 in/0.5 cm) while in BMI mode Table 3-1. Key Functions 6 Operation 3.2 Weighing Use the following steps to weigh. 1. Press to turn on the scale. 0.0 appears on the display along with the ZERO annunciator. 2. Place the patient on the scale. The patient's weight is displayed, the LOCK annunciator is on and the indicator beeps to indicate the end of the weighing process. 3. Press to change the display from lb to kg and vice-versa. 4. Press and hold until OFF displays to turn off the scale. 3.3 Hold/Release Function Use the following steps to use the Hold/Release function. 1. Press to turn on the scale. 0.0 prompts along with ZERO on the display. 2. Press once the patient's weight stabilizes. The patient's weight and the HOLD and LOCK annunciators remain on the display when the patient is off the scale. 3. Press again to return the scale to zero. Note Pressing will not work while using Hold/Release function. Note Pressing prior to the patient getting on the scale will also hold the weight display. 3.4 Preset Tare Use the following steps for the Preset Tare function prior to patient weighing if additional items are being used by the patient. 1. Press to turn on the scale. 0.0 appears on the display along with the ZERO annunciator. 2. Place additional item(s) on the scale. 3. Press TARE until the display returns to 0.0 and NET annunciator appears on the display. T 4. Remove additional item(s) from the scale. The weight displays with a negative symbol to the left of it. Note Not removing the additional item(s) prior to patient weighing will also work. 5. Position the patient and additional item(s) on the scale. The display identifies the patient weight. The NET annunciator is still active. The weight of the additional item(s) remains stored in memory for the duration of this weigh in. 6. To cancel the tare weight, remove patient from the scale and press TARE until NET disappears from the display and T the display turns back to 0.0 and GROSS appears. Note Tare weight is also canceled when the scale is turned off. 3.5 Toggle Tare Use the following steps to use the Toggle Tare function when the additional item to be weighed is known. 1. Press TARE when the scale is empty and 0.0 displays. The default values prompts while 0.0 is flashing on the display T (default is programmed to be 33.0 lb/15.0 kg). 2. Use and to adjust the value. Press ENTER to start the tare function. The NET annunciator turns on instead of the GROSS annunciator. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 7 350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale 3.6 Using the Body Mass Index (BMI) Function Use the following steps in determining the BMI. 3.6.1 LB Mode 1. Ensure that the scale is at zero. 2. Place the patient on the scale to obtain a weight. The LOCK annunciator appears on the display. 3. Press BMI . The BMI and FT/IN annunciators appear on the display and a default height value of 5 feet - 7.5 inch (5 - 07.5) is flashing. 4. Use and to adjust the height value. 5. Press . ENTER 6. The BMI value and BMI annunciator are shown on the display. Press CLEAR to return to the Weighing mode and the BMI function will be turned off. 3.6.2 KG Mode 1. Ensure that the scale is at zero. 2. Place the patient on the scale to obtain a weight. The LOCK annunciator appears on the display. 3. Press BMI . The BMI and CM annunciators appear on the display and a default height value of 170.0 cm (170.0) is flashing. 4. Use and to adjust the height value. 5. Press . ENTER 6. The BMI value and BMI annunciator are shown on the display. Press CLEAR to return to the Weighing mode and the BMI function will be turned off. 8 Operation 3.7 Troubleshooting Refer to the following table to check and correct any failure before contacting service personnel. Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Scale does not turn on Dead batteries Replace batteries or connect to AC power Faulty electrical outlet Use a different electrical outlet Bad power supply Replace adapter Questionable weight or the scale does not zero External object is interfering with the scale Remove the interfering object from the scale Display did not show 0.0 before weighing Help the patient off the scale, zero the scale and begin the weighing process again Scale is not placed on a level floor Ensure scale is level and begin the weighing process again Scale is out of calibration Check the weight with a certified calibration weight Scale base is touching floor during a weighment Adjust height of feet so fingers can slide between the base of scale and the floor all the way around the platform The display shows a STOP message The load on the scale exceeds the capacity of the scale Remove the excess weight and use the scale according to manufacture specifications The display shows LO Bat message The battery is low Replace batteries The display shows E and Err messages as detailed below E06 Identifier - ADC AD too high E07 AD too low E10 Overload Scale has been overloaded. Remove load from scale E4L BAT Battery low, but still usable- one bar left on indicator display E4U Battery low and unstable - no bars left on indicator display E11 CAL Calibration Error - recalibrate scale Err 1 Load cell cable may be plugged into wrong Ensure cable is connected to the load cell connection port. connection port Note: Load cell connection point is located underneath the curved plastic cover of the indicator. Remove four back retaining screws, remove curved back cover to access load cell connection point. Err 2 Low saturation state (low A/D) The load cell is not connected properly; Check the cables and mechanical connections; if the problem persists, replace the set of load cells Err 3 High saturation state (high A/D) See Err 2 Err 6 Unstable weight; Cannot calibrate Check the load cell mechanical surroundings and ensure nothing is contacting the load cell and that the cables are properly welded Err 7 Scale isn't moving Make sure feet are installed on the scale. Turn the feet all the way in and then back them out three full turns, then level the scale SAT Damaged load cell cable Replace load cell cable Load cell cable may be plugged into wrong Ensure cable is connected to the load cell connection port. connection port Note: Load cell connection point is located underneath the curved plastic cover of the indicator. Remove four back retaining screws, remove curved back cover to access load cell connection point. Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Table © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 9 350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale 4.0 RS-232 Communication The unit comes with an RS-232 port that 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 Systems. That connection is shown in USB Connection section on the next page. The RS-232 parameters are: · 9600 baud (selectable in the programming mode) · 8 data bits · 1 stop bit · no parity · no handshaking There are three methods of communication: · Push-button keypad print · Standard remote protocol · Escape protocol 4.1 Push-button Keypad Print With a stable, in-range weight, press and hold for at least three seconds, or until the scale emits two quick beeps. Note If the scale does not beep after five seconds, release as the weight was either in motion or out of range. If displaying weight and not BMI, the scale will send out the following 21 character string: xxxxxxxxx<SP>uu<SP>mmmmm<SP><CR><LF> Token Description xxxxxxxxx <SP> uu mmmmm <CR> <LF> Weight with decimal point and "-" sign Space Unit - lb or kg Mode - gross or net Carriage return Line feed (moves cursor down to the next line) Example: Table 4-1. Print Format Tokens -10 Lb net = <SP><SP><SP><SP>-10.0<SP>lb<SP><SP>Net<SP><SP><SP><CR><LF> 10 Lb gross = <SP><SP><SP><SP><SP>10.0<SP>lb<SP>Gross<SP><CR><LF> · The scale will send out the following data while in BMI mode (displaying the BMI value): Setting Value Gross Weight Tare Weight Net Weight Patient Height 215 Lb 0.0 Lb 215 Lb 6-01.0 ft Patient BMI 28.4 Table 4-2. BMI Data 10 RS-232 Communication 4.2 USB Connection The scale has the capability of connecting to a Windows® computer (PC) using a USB cable (not included) and a terminal emulation program. A terminal emulation program allows the transfer of data between the scale and PC using a serial port. USB Connection RS-232 Connection Figure 4-1. Connection Ports Note Apple® and Macintosh® computers are unable to transfer the necessary data to the scale. Only use a PC for data transfer. Connecting software and downloads should always be addressed by the IT department for safety reasons and can vary depending on what type of computer platform is being used. Consult the IT department if driver protections are preventing the use of the USB driver. Driver protections may need Note to be temporarily disabled on Windows 10 or later computers to allow for the installation of the USB driver. 1. Connect the scale's indicator to a PC using a USB-Type B to USB-Type A cable (not included). 2. Turn the indicator on. Note In most cases, the PC should find the driver and automatically configure the driver when the scale is plugged into a USB port. 3. Open a terminal emulation program, such as Advanced Serial Port Terminal, pUtty or Hercules (used in this example). 4. Connect to the serial port assigned by the PC (COM5 in example). This can be found in Device Manager. Once selected, press Open. Figure 4-2. Connecting to a Serial Port 5. With weight on the scale, press and hold the Print button on the indicator for three seconds. The patient's weight is sent to the PC. Figure 4-3. Patient Weight Displayed © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 11 350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale 5.0 Maintenance The following section provides instructions for maintaining and cleaning the unit. Do not immerse the scale in cleaning or other liquid solutions. IMPORTANT Do not use Isopropyl alcohol or other solutions to clean the indicator display surface. 5.1 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 a qualified service personnel. Go through the following steps for basic maintenance. · Check the overall appearance of the entire scale for any obvious signs of damage · Inspect the condition of the AC power adapter cord for cracking, fraying or for broken or bent prongs 5.2 Cleaning Proper care and cleaning is essential to ensure a long life of accurate and effective operation. Before beginning the cleaning process, disconnect the scale from the AC power source. · Clean all external surfaces with a clean, damp cloth or tissue. Mild soap and water solution may be used. Dry with a clean soft cloth · Do not immerse the scale into cleaning or other liquid solutions · Do not use Isopropyl alcohol or other solutions to clean the display surface 12 6.0 Specifications Power 120 VAC - 9 VDC - 60Hz / 230 VAC - 9 VDC - 50Hz Battery Type 6 AA size Alkaline batteries Battery Use 25 hours continuous use Automatic power-off can be configured Data Communications RS-232 with RJ-45 jack USB Connection Selectable baud rate, default - 9600 8 bits No parity 1 stop bit No handshaking Environmental Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Humidity 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) 85% relative humidity Capacity and Graduation 1000 lb x 0.2 lb (453 kg x 0.1 kg) Dimensions Platform Dimensions 48.5 in W x 29.5 in L x 3 in H Certifications and Approvals E113986 Specifications © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 13 350-10-3M Dual-ramp Digital Wheelchair Scale 14 © Rice Lake Weighing Systems Specifications subject to change without notice. August 17, 2022 PN 194980 Rev A