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Model MB150
Mother-Baby Scale
User Manual
CARDINAL SCALE MFG. CO.
8535-M212-O1 Rev A
10/10
www.detectoscale.com
Technical Support: Ph: 866-254-8261 • techsupport@cardet.com
PO BOX 151
PH (417) 673-4631
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WEBB CITY, MO 64870
FAX (417) 673-5001
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SPECIFICATIONS
AC POWER ADAPTOR
INSTALLING/REPLACING THE BATTERY
BABY TRAY INSTALLATION
KEY FUNCTIONS
DISPLAY ANNUNCIATORS
LEVEL INDICATOR
WEIGHT UNIT SWITCH
HOW TO USE BMI FEATURE
SETTING THE AUTO-OFF TIME
ERROR MESSAGES
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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
WARNING! This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the
user will be responsible to take whatever measures necessary to correct the interference.
You may find the booklet “How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems”
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful. It is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Request stock No. 001-000-00315-4.
PROPER DISPOSAL
When this device reaches the end of its useful life, it must be properly disposed of. It must not
be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Within the European Union, this device should
be returned to the distributor from where it was purchased for proper disposal. This is in
accordance with EU Directive 2002/96/EC. Within North America, the device should be
disposed of in accordance with the local laws regarding the disposal of waste electrical and
electronic equipment.
It is everyone’s responsibility to help maintain the environment and
to reduce the effects of hazardous substances contained in electrical
and electronic equipment on human health. Please do your part by
making certain that this device is properly disposed of. The symbol
shown to the right indicates that this device must not be disposed of
in unsorted municipal waste programs.
All rights reserved. Reproduction or use, without expressed written permission, of editorial or
pictorial content, in any manner, is prohibited. No patent liability is assumed with respect to
the use of the information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the
preparation of this manual, the Seller assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from use of the information contained
herein. All instructions and diagrams have been checked for accuracy and ease of application;
however, success and safety in working with tools depend to a great extent upon the individual
accuracy, skill and caution. For this reason the Seller is not able to guarantee the result of any
procedure contained herein. Nor can they assume responsibility for any damage to property or
injury to persons occasioned from the procedures. Persons engaging the procedures do so
entirely at their own risk.
Serial Number ______________________
Date of Purchase ___________________
Purchased From ____________________
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RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE USE
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PRECAUTIONS
Before using this indicator, read this manual
and pay special attention to all "WARNING"
symbols:
IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL
WARNING
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INTRODUCTION
The Model MB150 Mother-Baby Scale is a dual purpose battery-operated scale. The scale
has two modes of operation. One mode will weight and compute the BMI (Body Mass Index)
of an adult up to 330lb (150kg). The second mode will weight a baby up to 44lb (20kg). The
scale is also equipped with a removable baby tray to allow weighing small children.
The scale can be used in a fixed location with the included 15VDC AC Power Adapter or it can
be used as a portable scale with six “AA” batteries (not included).
This manual contains information on the operation of this scale. Please read it before
attempting to use the scale and keep it handy for future reference.
SPECIFICATIONS
Capacity/Division:
Tray:
Weight Units:
Function Keys:
Stabilization Time:
Operating
Temperature:
Display:
Power
Requirements:
Dimensions:
Scale:
Tray:
Adult: 330lb x 0.2lb (150kg x 0.1kg)
Baby: 44lb x 0.02lb (20kg x 0.01kg)
Removable to allow scale to weigh small children
lb/kg
Adult: On/Off, Hold/BMI, Tare
Baby: On/Off, Hold, Tare
1 to 2 Seconds
32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
1.0" (25 mm) LCD display with 5 active digits
15VDC @ 300mA AC Power Adapter (included) or
Six “AA” alkaline batteries (not included)
23” L x 11” W x 4 3/4” H (585 x 280 x 120 mm)
13 3/8" L x 13" W x 2” H / (340 x 330 x 50 mm)
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AC POWER ADAPTOR
1. Locate AC Power adaptor jack at front of scale. The AC power jack is located on the lower
front right of the scale next to the Weight Unit Switch.
AC Power
Adapter Jack
2. Install AC Power Adaptor into jack on front of scale as shown below.
Weight Unit
Switch
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INSTALLING/REPLACING THE BATTERIES
The scale use six "AA" alkaline batteries (not included). You must first obtain and install
batteries before operations can begin. Batteries are contained in a battery holder inside the
scale. Access is via a removable panel on the bottom of the scale.
1. Turn the scale over so that the display is
facing down.
2. Locate the rectangular panel on the bottom of
the scale.
3. To install or replace the batteries, first remove
the battery holder cover by pushing in on the
tab and lifting it up.
4. If installing new batteries, proceed to step 5.
If replacing the batteries, remove all 6 batteries
from the battery holder and then proceed to
step 5.
5. Install the 6 new “AA” batteries in the battery holder, noting the polarity markings located in
the battery holder.
6. After placing all 6 batteries in the holder,
replace the battery cover.
7. Turn the scale over (display facing up) and
press the On/Off key.
8. If the scale turns on, the batteries have been
installed correctly. If not, remove the panel
and check for one or more improperly
positioned batteries.
9. The scale is now ready for normal weighing
operations.
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BABY TRAY INSTALLATION
1. Install tray from the rear of scale, sliding it to the front of scale (toward the display). Note
that arrow on tray should point to front of scale.
2. Turn scale upside down to screw tray and platform together properly.
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3. Hand-tighten the screws to secure the tray to the platform
4. Scale assembly is finished. Turn scale over to begin weighing operations.
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KEY FUNCTIONS
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Adult Mode
Weigh
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Baby Mode
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1. On/Off (Baby Mode)
1. Press this key to turn the scale ON.
2. With scale on, press this key to turn the scale OFF.
2. Hold (Baby Mode)
1. Press this key to hold the weight value while weighing.
2. Press this key again to disable the weight hold function.
Hold/BMI (Adult Mode)
1. Press this key to hold the weight value while weighing.
2. Press this key again to disable the weight hold function.
3. Press and hold this key for 3 seconds to enter the BMI (Body Mass Index) mode to
calculate body fat.
3. Tare (Baby and Adult Mode)
Press this key to zero the scale before starting the weighing operation or to zero off the
weight of any item (i.e. protective paper, blanket or pad) on the scale or in the baby tray.
4. On/Off (Adult Mode)
1. Press this key to turn the scale ON.
2. With scale on, press this key to turn the scale OFF.
( – ) Minus Sign, Adult Mode
In the Adult mode, this key is used with the BMI feature to “decrease” the height value.
[ + ], Plus Sign (Adult Mode)
In the Adult Mode, this key is used with the BMI feature to “increase” the height value.
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5. BMI
Hold
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DISPLAY ANNUNCIATORS
This annunciator is turned on when entering the height for the BMI feature and
when displaying the calculated body fat.
This annunciator will be turned on and 6! be shown on the display for a few
seconds to indicate that the weight from the last weighing operation is being
held and the baby, child or adult can be removed from the scale. This feature
is useful if the baby or child is very active.
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lb
This annunciator is on the side of the display. An arrow will be turned on to
indicate the weight is at zero and the scale is ready to use.
The annunciator is on the side of the display. An arrow will be turned on to
show that the weight displayed is net weight. Net weight is determined by
zeroing the weight of an item from the scale such as protective paper, blankets,
pads or toys. This insures that only the baby or adult’s weight is displayed.
The kg annunciator is turned on to indicate the weight shown is in kilograms.
The lb annunciator is turned on to indicate the weight shown is in pounds.
LEVEL INDICATOR
The level indicator is located to the side of the
display. If the scale is not level (bubble will not be
centered), adjust mounting feet as required to center
bubble and attain a level scale.
Not Level Level
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Level
Indicator
WEIGHT UNIT SWITCH
The Weight Unit Switch is located on the lower front right of the scale next to the AC power
adapter jack. It allows to operator to easily change the weight units from pound to kilograms or
kilograms to pounds.
Mounting Foot
AC Power
Adapter Jack
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Weight Unit
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HOW TO USE THE BMI FEATURE
1. Press the Adult mode On/Off button.
2. Make sure the display is showing .. If not, press the Tare key.
3. Press and hold the Hold/BMI key.
4. The display will momentarily show #! and then change to show the last height. Note
that the BMI annunciator will be turned on and that the height value will be flashing
5. Enter the new height by pressing the ( + ) key to increase the value or by pressing the
( – ) key to decrease the value.
NOTE! Press and hold the ( + ) or ( – ) key to change the rapidly change the value.
6. When the correct value for the height is displayed, press the Hold/BMI key.
7. The display will change to show #! and the Hold annunciator will be blinking.
8. Have the patient step on to the scale.
9. The scale will show the weight and then change to show the BMI value alternating
between the weight and BMI value.
10. Press Hold/BMI button to return the normal weighing mode.
11. The patient can now step off the scale.
SETTING THE AUTO-OFF TIME
1. Press either the Adult or the Baby mode On/Off key.
2. Press and hold the Tare key until the display shows *&.
3. Release the Tare key. The display will change to A#.
4. Press the Tare key. The display will change to show the current setting.
5. Press the Hold or Hold/BMI key to step through the available auto-off times.
6. When the desired time is displayed, press the Tare key.
7. The display will change to A#.
8. Press the Hold or Hold/BMI key. The display will change to 03.
9. Press the Tare key. The scale will reset.
10. The scale is ready for normal weighing operations.
IMPORTANT! The Auto-Off feature ONLY works when the
scale is powered by the six “AA” batteries.
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ERROR MESSAGES
Low Battery
This message indicates that the battery should be
replaced soon. If the battery voltage drops too low,
continued use with a low battery can affect weighing
accuracy. Remove the old battery and replace with a
new battery for operation.
Over Load
The load is over the scale capacity. Reduce the load
and try again. If the trouble still exists, please call
your scale service representative.
Over Zero
The load is over the limit the scale can zero when
powering on. Reduce the load and try again. If the
trouble still exists, please call your scale service
representative.
Under Zero
The load is under the limit when powering on. Power
OFF scale and try again. If the trouble still exists, call
your scale service representative.
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