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Technical Manual for RICE LAKE models including: 350-10-8S, 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale, Digital Stretcher Scale, Stretcher Scale, Scale
350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale
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DocumentDocument350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale Software Version 11525 Technical Manual September 3, 2025 PN 213455 Rev C © 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 B C Date Description August 18, 2022 Initial manual release; formatted content to match other medical manuals; software version 11525 December 10,2024 Revised battery replacement instructions September 3, 2025 Updated indicator photos; updated maintenance section 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 3 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale Contents 1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.2 FCC Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.3 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2.0 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2.1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2.1.1 Repacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 2.2 Scale Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2.3 Indicator Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 2.3.1 Load Cell Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 2.4 Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 2.4.1 Insert Alkaline Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 2.4.2 Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 3.0 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 3.1 Key Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 3.2 Weighing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 3.3 Hold/Release Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 3.4 Preset Tare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 3.5 Toggle Tare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 3.6 Using the Body Mass Index (BMI) Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 3.6.1 LB Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 3.6.2 KG Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 3.7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 4.0 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4.1 Setup Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4.2 General Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4.2.1 Change Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4.2.2 Enter Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4.2.3 Save and Return to Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4.3 Configuration Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 4.4 Programming Mode Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 4.5 Default Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 4.6 Scale Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 4.7 Test Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 5.0 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 5.1 Push-button Keypad Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 5.2 Communication Protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 5.2.1 Escape Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 5.2.2 Maintenance Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 5.3 USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 6.0 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 6.1 Basic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 6.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 6.3 Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 7.0 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars 4 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com Introduction 1.0 Introduction The 350-10-8S digital stretcher scale is designed for safe weighing of patients being received into a medical facility via stretcher. The heavy-duty frame and wide ramps allow easy, safe weighing and fast patient processing. The scale is also equipped with two heavy-duty side wheels for easy portability. Movement compensation technology ensures sound, accurate weighments. Weight can be displayed in pounds or kilograms. To obtain a tare weight, see Section 3.0 on page 12. i Manuals are available from Rice Lake Weighing Systems at www.ricelake.com/manuals Warranty information is available at www.ricelake.com/warranties 1.1 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. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 5 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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. 1.2 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. 1.3 Disposal Product Disposal The product must be brought to appropriate separate waste collection centers at the end of its life cycle. Proper separate collection to recycle the product helps prevent possible negative effects on the environment and to health, and promotes the recycling of the materials. Users who dispose of the product illegally shall face administrative sanctions as provided by law. Battery Disposal Dispose of batteries at appropriate waste collection centers at the end of their life cycle in accordance with local laws and regulations. Batteries and rechargeable batteries may contain harmful substances that should not be disposed of in household waste. Batteries may contain harmful substances including but not limited to: cadmium (Cd), lithium (Li), mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb). Users who dispose of batteries illegally shall face administrative sanctions as provided by law. WARNING: Risk of fire and explosion. Do not burn, crush, disassemble or short-circuit lithium batteries. 6 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com Assembly 2.0 Assembly Use the following information to unpack and set up the unit. 2.1 Unpacking Place the carton in an open area that has ample room for unpacking the scale. CAUTION: The scale is heavy. Use two (2) people, in order to prevent damage to the scale and/or cause personal injury. Use scissors or a box cutter to 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 · Indicator · Parts box containing: Scale feet (4) Power adapter (120/230/ ACV 50-60 Hz) RS-232communications cable USB communications cable Figure 2-1. Box Contents 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. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 7 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale 2.2 Scale Setup Move the scale into the area where the weighing process will occur. Remove scale from box by the scale base. IMPORTANT: Place the scale on a hard, level surface for the most accurate weighments. Placing the scale on thin carpeting is not recommended. CAUTION: The scale is heavy. Use two (2) people, in order to prevent damage to the scale and/or cause personal injury. The unit 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 its side using the recessed handle openings. Ensure the scale base is securely supported on its side, either against the wall or held by another person. Figure 2-2. Tip Scale on Side Using Recessed Handles CAUTION: When tipping the scale, be cautious of surroundings to prevent potential injuries. 2. Screw all of the four feet clockwise until firmly seated Figure 2-3 and then unscrew the feet counterclockwise four entire turns to ensure no mechanical binding is present. IMPORTANT: The scale will not weigh properly if the feet restrict the scale platform. Figure 2-3. Secure Scale Platform Feet 8 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com 3. Transport the scale by rolling it to its intended location using two people, if not done so prior. Assembly Figure 2-4. Use Heavy-Duty Wheels to Transport 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 2-5. 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. The level bubble must also be centered within its viewing window. Figure 2-6. Level Bubble NOTE: An uneven base will produce inaccurate weight readings. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 9 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale 2.3 Indicator Installation Use the following sections to setup the provided Rice Lake indicator. 2.3.1 Load Cell Connection The indicator and scale comes factory installed with a load cell cable connection. Follow the procedure below if the load cell cable needs to be replaced or reconnected to the indicator. 1. Unscrew and remove the tilt stand bracket from the indicator to gain access to the load cell connection. Unscrew tilt stand knobs and remove tilt stand from indicator Figure 2-7. Remove Tilt Stand 2. Remove the four back retaining screws to remove the back cover to the indicator. Figure 2-8. Remove Back Cover 3. Plug the end of the load cell cable into the load cell connection. When it clicks the load cell cable is properly seated into the connection. Load Cell Connection Figure 2-9. Load Cell Connection Point 4. Reinstall the back cover and attach to the tilt stand. Do Not Use this Connection for Load Cells 10 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com Assembly 2.4 Battery Depending on model, the scale may use alkaline or rechargeable batteries. To determine which type battery is used, open the battery compartment. If six AA battery slots are available, alkaline batteries should be used. If a Y shaped crossbar is holding a battery in place, it uses a rechargeable battery and includes an AC power adapter. 2.4.1 Insert Alkaline 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. Thumb Screw Figure 2-10. 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. 2.4.2 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 2-11. Power Connection Site NOTE: The battery annunciator on the display turns off when using an AC power connection. The brightness of the backlight is reduced to 60% when using battery power. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 11 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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 12 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com 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 13 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher 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. 14 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com 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 15 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale 4.0 Configuration Options and parameter setup are done through the scale configuration. 4.1 Setup Switch Access to the setup switch is located under the tilt stand cover. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the four screws holding the cover in place (shown below -- left photo). Battery compartment Remove four screws to access setup switch Figure 4-1. Setup Switch Location 4.2 General Navigation Use the buttons on the front panel to navigate through the menus and parameters. 4.2.1 Change Parameters · Press BMI to scroll through the menus and/or parameters · Press ENTER to enter a displayed menu and/or parameter · Press or to scroll through values · Press ENTER to save the displayed selection and move to the next parameter 4.2.2 Enter Numbers · Press ENTER to enter parameter value · Press or to increment/decrement numbers · Press BMI to move to the next digit · Press ENTER to save value and move to the next parameter 4.2.3 Save and Return to Main Menu · When a parameters selection/value is correct, press ENTER . The next parameter displays · When all parameters selections/values are correct, SAVE displays · Press ENTER . DONE displays. · Press ENTER to save settings and return to weigh mode. Setup switch location 16 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com Configuration 4.3 Configuration Mode Use the following steps to enter into Configuration mode. 1. Ensure the scale is turned off. 2. Turn the scale on by simultaneously pressing and ENTER . Continue to hold both keys until Id appears. The unit cycles through its startup function and continues to display the software version. 3. Access the setup switch located in the back of the scale to enter the setup parameters for the scale. Use a small paper clip, small screwdriver or other similar object to press the setup switch. 4. Once the setup switch is pressed, PROG displays. 5. Scale can be configured using a series of menus accessed through the front panel when the scale is in Setup mode. PROG CALIB DEF DONE Figure 4-2. Top Level Menu TEST Available only when accessing test menu See Section 4.7 on page 22 6. Press BMI to advance to the desired menu. 7. Press ENTER and advance in the manual to the related menu selection for further instructions. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 17 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale 4.4 Programming Mode Menu Various parameters can be set while in Programming mode. PROG FULL value LOAD value G-CAL value G-LOC value ASTRT value ARW value SAL value ROUND 0.2 0.5 1.0 2.0 5.0 10.0 20.0 DISP 0.0 00000 0.0000 0.000 0.00 BAUD ATOL ALEN ATOUT TOFF SPACE UNITS OP SAVE 96 value value value 5 value LB/KG PXX-X 144 6 LB 192 7 KG 288 8 384 9 576 0 1152 1 48 2 3 4 Figure 4-3. Programming Mode Menu Structure The following table lists the various display messages and sequence when setting up the scale. Parameter Description Choices Steps FULL LOAD Full capacity of the scale Value (capacity of scale) This is the amount of weight applied during Value (200 lb) calibration; Can also be changed in the calibration menu The display toggles between a numeric value and FULL; If you do not want to change the value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from FULL to LOAD. If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value starting with the right most digit. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3.Press BMI key to move to the left. 4.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 5.Press BMI key again to move to the left 6.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 7.When done press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (LOAD). The display toggles between a numeric value and LOAD; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from LOAD to ASTART; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value starting with the right most digit. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3.Press BMI key to move to the left. 4.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 5.When done, press ENTER key to move to next parameter (ASTART). Table 4-1. Configuration Mode Menu 18 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com Configuration Parameter Description Choices Steps ASTART Weight process start limit -- Maximum (full Value (2.0) capacity)/10; Determine when the weight algorithm starts (when the "----" is displayed), below this value the scale will show live weight ARW Auto Reweigh -- Restarts the weight algo- Value (4.0 lb) rithm if the weight changed by more than this value. SAL Semi Auto Live --This value is the interval Value (0.5) between weight displays during the algo- rithm process ROUND Scale Resolution -- 0.2 Values in kg: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 0.5 Values in lb: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 1.0 2.0 5.0 10.0 20.0 0.1 DISP 0.0 0 0.0000 0.000 0.00 BAUD ATOL Baud rate 96 48 1152 576 384 288 192 144 Algorithm initial tolerance -- Maximum Value (10) value is 255. Values above 255 will not let you proceed and will return to the previous value. The display toggles between a numeric value and ASTART; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from ASTART to ARW; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value starting with the right most digit. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3.Press BMI key to move to the left. 4.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 5.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (ARW). The display toggles between a numeric value and ARW; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from ARW to SAL; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value starting with the right most digit. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3.Press BMI key to move to the left. 4.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 5.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (SAL). The display toggles between a numeric value and SAL; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from SAL to ROUND; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value starting with the right most digit. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3. When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (ROUND). The display toggles between a numeric value and ROUND; The decimal point location is set to the DISP parameter display decimal point location; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from ROUND to DISP; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value. 2.Press the Up/Down arrow keys to change the available parameters. 3.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (DISP). The display toggles between a numeric value and DISP; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from DISP to BAUD; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to change the available parameters. 3.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (BAUD). Indicator display illustrates first two digits of baud rate only; The display toggles between a numeric value and baud; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from BAUD to ATOL; If you want to change the value, use the following steps 1.Press ENTER key to change value. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to change the available parameters. 3.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (ATOL). The display toggles between a numeric value and ATOL; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from ATOL to ALEN; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value starting with the right most digit. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3.Press the BMI key to move to the left. 4.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (ALEN). Table 4-1. Configuration Mode Menu (Continued) © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 19 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale Parameter Description Choices Steps ALEN ATOUT TOFF UNITS OP Algorithm initial exponent -- Maximum value 10. Values above 10, will not let you proceed and will return to the previous value. Value (8) The display toggles between a numeric value and ALEN; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from ALEN to ATOUT; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value starting with the right most digit. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (ATOUT). Algorithm maximal exponent -- Maximum Value (10) value is 15. Values above 15, will not let you proceed and will return to the previous value. The display toggles between a numeric value and ATOUT; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from ATOUT to TOFF; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press ENTER key to change value starting with the right most digit. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 3.Press BMI key to move to the left. 4.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to increment/decrement numbers. 5.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (TOFF). Auto off timer -- Measured in minutes; 5 0 = always on; 4 Maximum is 9 minutes; 3 When using an external power supply, this 2 parameter is irrelevant 1 0 9 8 7 6 The display toggles between a numeric value and TOFF; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from TOFF to UNITS; Press the ENTER key to move to the next parameter; (UNITS); If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press the ENTER key to change values. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to change the available parameters. 3.When done, press ENTER key to move to the next parameter (UNITS). Units -- Selects the unit of measure; It can KG/LB be either Kg/Lb, Kg only or Lb only KG LB The display toggles between unit of measurements and UNIT; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next setting; Example: from UNITS to OP; If you want to change the value, use the following steps; 1.Press the ENTER key to change values. 2.Press the Up/Down arrow keys to change the value. 3.When done, press the ENTER key to move to the next parameter (OP). Binary options: OP0 OP0 -- Live weighing options (0=disable, OP1 1=enable) OP2 OP1 -- Communication protocol (0=ESC, OP3 1=maintenance) OP2 -- BMI menu (0=disable, 1=enable) OP3 -- RTC power (0=disable, 1=enable) OP4 - Semi-Auto-Live -- (0=disable, 1=enable) OP5 - Full calculation -- (0=spatial, 1=mul- tiply by (0=disable, 1=enable OP6 - Tare - (0=disable, 1=enable OP7 - Bat type -- (0=dry batteries, 1=rechargeable batteries) OP8 -- OIML mode - (0=disable, 1=enable The display toggles between a binary option and POO-0; If you do not want to change this value, press the BMI key to move to the next settings If you want to change the value, use the following step 1.Press ENTER to change parameters. 2.Use the Up/Down arrow keys to select the display value you want to change. 3.Press BMI key to move the flashing cursor a. Use the Up/Down arrows to change the value. b. Press the BMI key to move the flashing cursor. 4.Press ENTER key to save all of the display parameters. SAVE appears on the display. 5. Press ENTER key again and DONE appears indicating that you are now done entering all of the parameters of the scale. Press the BMI key to cycle back to the top level menu choices, ie: PROG/CALIB/DEF/DONE Table 4-1. Configuration Mode Menu (Continued) 20 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com 4.5 Default Menu The default menu is used to return the scale back to its factory settings and is shown below. PROG CALIB DEF DONE Configuration TEST NO YES Figure 4-4. Default Menu Use the following steps to return the settings back to their factory default. 1. Press ENTER . The display shows a default value of NO. 2. To change to YES, use and to adjust the value. 3. Press ENTER and the display shows DONE. 4. Press BMI to return to top level level menu. NOTE: Selecting YES and pressing ENTER will reset to factory defaults settings without changing the calibration and will return you to Weigh mode. 4.6 Scale Calibration Use the following steps to calibrate the scale. 1. Press and ENTER simultaneously to power on the scale. 2. The unit cycles through its startup function and continues to display the software version. Continue to hold both keys until Id appears. 3. Access the setup switch located in the back of the scale to enter the setup parameters for the scale. Use a small paper clip, small screwdriver or other similar object to press the setup switch on the back of the indicator (under the cover). 4. Prog displays. Press BMI to toggle along the parameter menu. 5. Calib displays and enter the calibration parameters. 6. Press ENTER and a numeric value is displayed which represents the amount of weight that is used for calibration. Lb will be flashing. To switch between lb and kg, press right most digit will be flashing. or . Once a unit is selected, press ENTER and the 7. To change the calibration load value, press or to increment/decrement the flashing digit. 8. Use BMI to move the flashing digit to the left or right. 9. Once all the digits have been entered, press ENTER and Clear displays. 10. Make sure the scale platform is clear of weight and press ENTER again then ===== displays. 11. A request to put the chosen load on the platform is displayed by Put xxx.xx. 12. Put the chosen weight on the platform and press ENTER . ===== displays then Save displays. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 21 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale 13. Press ENTER again and the display indicates Done. 14. Press BMI three times to exit back out to the top level Done parameter. 15. Press ENTER to return to Weigh mode. 16. To exit calibration without changing zero or span existing calibration, press CLEAR , then press BMI . 4.7 Test Menu To access the TEST menu, use the following steps. 1. Press and ENTER simultaneously to power on the scale until ID flashes. 2. Press ENTER again. 3. Continue to press BMI to scroll through the various menu items. 4. Once complete, press BMI again then Done displays. 5. Press ENTER to start the weighing process. PROG CALIB DEF DONE TEST RID VER A2D VALUE BAT Value Parameter RID VER BAT VALUE A2D Value Value Value Figure 4-5. Test Menu Choice Description Value Value Value Value Value Displays internal ID number Displays the current software version Displays the current battery level Displays the actual value Displays the actual raw counts of the scale Table 4-2. Test Menu 22 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com Communications 5.0 Communications 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. 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 5.1 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) Table 5-1. Print Format Tokens Example: 60.1 KG= <PATIENT><SP><WEIGHT><SP>-60.1<SP>KG<SP><CR><LF> In BMI mode (displaying the BMI value), the scale will send out the following data: PATIENT WEIGHT 60.1 KG PATIENT HEIGHT170.0 CM PATIENT BMI 20.8 Example in KG: <PATIENT><SP><WEIGHT><SP>-60.1<SP>KG<SP><CR><LF> <PATIENT><SP><HEIGHT><SP>-170.0<SP>CM<SP><CR><LF> <PATIENT><SP><B><SP><M><SP><I><SP><SP><SP><20.8<SP><SP><SP><SP><CR><LF> Example in LB: <PATIENT><SP><WEIGHT><SP>132.4<SP>LB<SP><CR><LF> <PATIENT><SP><HEIGHT><SP>-5-07.5<SP>FT<SP><CR><LF> <PATIENT><SP><B><SP><M><SP><I><SP><SP><SP><20.4<SP><SP><SP><SP><CR><LF> In case of under weight or over weight, the word Under or Over will be sent correspondingly. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 23 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale 5.2 Communication Protocols The scale has two communication protocols, escape and maintenance protocol. 5.2.1 Escape Protocol An escape protocol is where the escape (0X1B or ASCII 27) is used to indicate that there is a command following. On the PC side there must be a listener created by the vendor that will interpret this protocol. This listener must also take care of all the issues regarding data integrity to make sure that the data that was sent and received is valid. Two examples include: · Scale initiated communication · PC initiated communication The escape protocol commands table shows (below) what can be sent across communications lines. PC Initiated ESC Value Request current values/settings Diagnostics Send scale control messages PC Initiated Send single reading Send diagnostic response R A C ESC Value R Table 5-2. Escape Protocol Commands ESC characters that will be used is shown below. Name ESC ESC Value with Character Parameters Description Reading R Weight W Height H BMI B Units N End of Packet (EOP) E Diagnostics A (request) Diagnostics Z (response) Control (set a value) C R Wnnn.n Hnnn.n Bnn.n Nc E Accc Zccc Cccc=c Tells PC the scale is sending a reading; immediately following this is the value that is sent Example: <ESC><R>ESC><W0200.0<ESC>Nm<ESC>E The patient weight (Example: W02000 means 200.0). If scale is overloaded or under loaded, 999.99 is returned Patient height Patient BMI Indicates the units the values have been taken (m=metric, c=constitutional). Indicates the end of the command has been reached. A request for a diagnostic test on certain parts of the scale (like battery life, load cells). The response of the diagnostics done on the scale; values include error codes to indicate an issue, or all zeros (Z000) to indicate the scale is performing properly Sets the value of the scale's global settings Example: <ESC><CUOM=m><ESC><E sets the unit of measurement Table 5-3. ESC Characters Name of Control Identifier Unit Unit of Measure (metric or constitutional) UOM c (m or c) Table 5-4. Scale Global Values and Identifiers 24 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com Samples of Escape Protocol Examples of what is sent to the computer from the scale. <SCALE> <PC> <SCALE>direction of communication <PC> Communications <ESC>R <ESC>E <ESC> R <ESC> W0210.9 <ESC> Nm <ESC> E Reading (request) EOP Escape Protocol Example 1 Reading (Command) Unit of Measure = Metric Weight = 0210.9 EOP Escape Protocol Example 2 Figure 5-1. Escape Protocol Examples Examples of diagnosing battery request and responses. direction of communication <SCALE> <PC> direction of communication <SCALE> <PC> <ESC> ABAT <ESC> E <ESC> ZE4U <ESC> E <ESC> ZE4L <ESC> E Diagnose battery Battery is okay (no errors) Battery is very low (Unstable) EOP Diagnose Battery Request EOP Battery OK Response Figure 5-2. Diagnose Battery Examples EOP Battery Low Response 5.2.2 Maintenance Protocol Maintenance protocol commands are listed below. Command Definition R Reboot V Firmware ID + development version W Current weight A Current AD Z Zero the scale F Show flash values (used for the first flash process) L USB On/Off (not available on USB communication Table 5-5. Maintenance Protocol Commands © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 25 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale 5.3 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 5-3. 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. NOTE: Consult the IT department if driver protections are preventing the use of the USB driver. Driver protections may need 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 5-4. 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 5-5. Patient Weight Displayed 26 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com Maintenance 6.0 Maintenance The following section provides instructions for maintaining and cleaning the unit. IMPORTANT: Do not immerse the scale in cleaning or other liquid solutions. Do not use Isopropyl alcohol or other solutions to clean the indicator display surface. 6.1 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 6.2 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 6.3 Periodic Maintenance Refer to the following table for periodic maintenance guidelines: Task Routine Cleaning Ensure scale is level Test repeatability and accuracy Inspect for damage Calibrate Certification Process Daily/Weekly Remove dirt, dust and debris X Check level and adjust scale feet as needed X Place a minimum of 5% of full scale capacity on the scale 3 times in each quadrant Check AC power adapteor, hinges, etc for visible damage or missing parts Perform certified calibration Review and renew test weight certifications Table 6-1. Periodic Maintenance Quarterly X X Per Local Regulations X X © Rice Lake Weighing Systems All Rights Reserved 27 350-10-8S Digital Stretcher Scale 7.0 Specifications Power 9 VDC output provided by six AA batteries (included) 230V/120V input provided by AC adapter (optional) Battery Type Six AA size alkaline batteries (included) Battery Use 25 hours continuous use with batteries. Automatic power-off can be configured. Environmental Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Humidity 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C) 0°F to 122°F (10°C to 50°C) 85% Capacity 1000 lb x 0.2 lb (450 kg x 0.1 kg) Display 5-digit LCD display, 0.75 in (1.9 cm) digit height Platform Dimensions without Ramps (W x L x H) 32.7 in x 49.3 in x 2.4 in (83 cm x 125 cm x 7 cm) Dimensions with Wheels and Ramps (W x L x H) 34.2 in x 63.7 in x 3.7 in (87 cm x 162 cm x 9 cm) Weight 145 lb (65 kg) Warranty Two-year limited warranty 28 Visit our website www.RiceLake.com © Rice Lake Weighing Systems Content subject to change without notice. 230 W. Coleman St. · Rice Lake, WI 54868 · USA USA: 800-472-6703 · International: +1-715-234-9171 September 3, 2025 www.ricelake.com PN 213455 Rev C
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