Rice Lake 150-10-5 Digital Physician Scale

Introduction

The 150-10-5 digital physician scale is designed to provide accurate, reliable, and repeatable weight measurements. It features a built-in height rod, a handle, and two heavy-duty rear wheels for easy portability.

Manuals are available from Rice Lake Weighing Systems at www.ricelake.com/manuals.

Warranty information is available at www.ricelake.com/warranties.

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.

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 prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique edicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

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.

Assembly

Unpacking

Place the carton on a hard, level surface for unpacking, preferably in the area where it will be used. Carefully lift the scale out of the packaging material, lifting it by the scale base. If parts were damaged in shipment, notify Rice Lake Weighing Systems and the shipper immediately.

IMPORTANT: The scale base and scale column are connected by a cable and requires great care when removing from the box so that the cabling does not get damaged.

Parts contained in the shipping box include:

• Scale (the base and attached column)
• Height rod
• White box labeled Parts Inside which contains the following: Wheels (2), Wheel hinge (1), Pan head screws (8), AA batteries (6)

Repacking Scale

All component parts have been wrapped in plastic. Retain the packaging for use in the event that the scale must be returned or moved. It must be properly packed with sufficient packing materials. Whenever possible, use the original shipping carton when shipping the scale back.

IMPORTANT: Damage caused by improper packaging is not covered by the warranty.

Scale Assembly

Use the following steps to set up the scale.

NOTE: A Phillips head screwdriver will be needed for installation.

1. Place the scale on a hard, level surface for the most accurate weighments.
2. Thread the excess cable through the lower column to eliminate possible pinching during installation.
3. Place the lower column on the base making sure not to pinch the cable.
4. Insert the screws through the bottom of the scale base to secure the column.
5. Attach wheels to the wheel assembly rod.
6. Attach the wheel assembly to the scale with a screw, tighten securely.
7. Ensure that the cable is extending through the top of the lower column.
8. Plug the cable from the lower column into the upper column.
9. Place the upper column onto the lower column, aligning the screw holes. Ensure the cable does not get pinched.
10. Secure with two screws.

Height Rod Installation

Use the following steps to install the height rod assembly.

1. The height rod comes in two pieces. Connect the two pieces together, ensuring the push buttons are popped out and fully engaged to lock the two height rod pieces together.
2. Slide the assembled height rod from the top of the column into the slot located on the front of the scale.

Inserting Batteries

The six AA batteries that come with the scale offer 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.
3. Put the cover in place and turn the thumbscrew clockwise to secure.

AC Power Connections

Use the optional 120 VAC adapter or 230 VAC adapter when power is available. The optional AC power adapter plugs into the back of the indicator as shown below. Rice Lake Weighing Systems offers optional AC adapters; utilizing an adapter not supplied by Rice Lake Weighing Systems voids all warranties.

Leveling the Scale

Use bubble level to check for level and adjust feet as needed. On a flat surface, adjust the scale feet until the bubble indicates that the scale is level.

Operation

Key Descriptions

The unit has nine 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.

Weighing

Use the following steps to weigh a patient.

1. Press On/Off to turn on the scale. 0.0 displays along with ZERO on the upper display.
2. Have the patient step 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 LB/KG to change the display from lb to kg and vice-versa.
4. Press and hold On/Off until OFF displays to turn off the scale.

Hold/Release Function

Use the following steps to use the Hold/Release function:

1. Press On/Off to turn on the scale. 0.0 displays along with ZERO on the upper display.
2. Have the patient step on the scale.
3. Press Hold Release 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.
4. Press Hold Release again to return the scale to zero.

NOTE: Pressing Hold Release prior to the patient getting on the scale will also hold the weight display.

Using the Body Mass Index (BMI) Function

Use the following steps in determining the BMI.

LB Mode

1. Ensure the scale is at zero.
2. Have the patient step onto the scale.
3. Have the person step on the scale to obtain a weight. The LOCK annunciator appears on the display.
4. Press BMI. The BMI and FT/IN annunciators light and a default height value of 5 feet and 7.5 inches (5-07.5) flashes.
5. Use Up/Down Arrows to adjust the height value, and press ENTER.
6. The BMI value and BMI annunciator are shown on the display. Press CLEAR to return to weighing mode and the BMI function will be turned off.

KG Mode

1. Ensure that the scale is at zero.
2. Have the patient step on the scale to obtain a weight. The LOCK annunciator appears on the display.
3. Press BMI. The BMI and CM annunciators appear and a default height value of 170.0 cm (170.0) flashes.
4. Use Up/Down Arrows to adjust the height value.
5. Press ENTER.
6. The BMI value and BMI annunciator appear on the display. Press CLEAR to return to weighing mode and the BMI function.

Troubleshooting

Refer to the following table to check and correct any failure before contacting service personnel.

Using the Height Rod

The height rod can be extended to accommodate people of different heights and measures from 27.5 to 82 x 1/8 inch (70 to 208 x 1 mm). It is comprised of a stationary outer sleeve and an inner rod that slides up and stays in place once extended. Measurements are shown in inches and centimeters.

1. To extend the length of the height rod, hold the white latch located next to the indicator display and pull it up vertically.
2. Raise the headpiece until it is perpendicular to the height rod and snaps into place.
3. Raise the rod until the patient can easily stand without touching the headpiece.
4. Have the patient step onto the scale with their head level.
5. With a patient on the scale, lower the entire height rod (not just the headpiece), until the headpiece just touches the top of the patient's head.

NOTE: The headpiece should remain level, not slanted up or down.

For patients taller than 43 in (109 cm) use the measurements at the read line (inner rod).

For patients shorter than 43 in (109 cm), use the outer sleeve measurements (below the read line).

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

Push-button Keypad Print

With a stable, in-range weight, press and hold Print for at least three seconds, or until the scale emits two quick beeps.

NOTE: If the scale does not beep after five seconds, release Print 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: xxxxxxxxxxuummmmm

Example:

10 Lb net = -10.0lbNet

10 Lb gross = 10.0lbGross

The scale will send out the following data while in BMI mode (displaying the BMI value):

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.

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.
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.

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.

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.

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.

Specifications

• Power: 120 VAC - 9VDC - 60Hz / 230 VAC - 9VDC - 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. Selectable baud rate, default - 9600. 8 bits, No parity, 1 stop bit, No handshaking.
• Environmental: Operating Temperature: 50°F to 104°F (14°C to 40°C). Storage Temperature: 32°F to 158°F (0°C to 70°C). Humidity: 85% relative humidity.
• Capacity: 550 lb x 0.2 lb (250 kg x 0.1 kg)
• Dimensions: Scale Platform: 14.7 in W x 14.7 in L x 3 in H (37.5 cm W x 37.5 cm L x 7.6 cm H). Overall Height: 54 in (137.2 cm).