Rice Lake 170139 User Manual

Digital Handrail Scale

Model 260-10-1

Software Version 11454

Operation Manual

PN 172479

Contents

1.0 Introduction.................................................................................................................................. 1

1.1 Safety Symbol Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

2.0 Assembly...................................................................................................................................... 2

2.1 Unpacking the Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2.1.1 Repackaging the Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2.2 Setting Up the Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2.3 Inserting Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.4 AC Power Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

3.0 Operation...................................................................................................................................... 6

3.1 Key Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3.2 Weighing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3.3 Hold Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3.4 Preset Tare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3.5 Toggle Tare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3.6 Body Mass Index (BMI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3.6.1 LB Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3.6.2 KG Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

4.0 Communication............................................................................................................................ 9

4.1 Pushbutton Keypad Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4.2 USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

5.0 Maintenance .............................................................................................................................. 12

5.1 Basic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

6.0 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 13

7.0 Specifications............................................................................................................................ 14

© Rice Lake Weighing Systems. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company.

Version 11454 February 18, 2016

Contents i

ii Rice Lake 260 Digital Handrail Scale

1.0 Introduction

WARNING

CAUTION

Important

WARNING

Important

The Rice Lake 260-10-1 Digital Handrail Scale is efficiently designed to provide accurate, reliable and repeatable
weight measurements. A non-skid platform paired with side rails assists individuals needing extra support for
safety reasons. The weight is displayed on the indicator in pounds or kilograms.

1.1 Safety Symbol Definitions

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

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 you have read and understand the instructions and
warnings in this Manual. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals.

Proper care is your responsibility.

Failure to heed may result in serious injury or death.

Ensure every individual who operates or works with this unit has read and understands the following safely information.

Do not transport the scale while someone is standing on it.

Do not allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this scale.

People with disabilities, or who are physically frail, should always be assisted by another person when using this scale.

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 jump on the scale.

To avoid cross contamination, the scale should be cleaned regularly.

Prior to cleaning, make sure the scale is disconnected from the power source.

Do not use near water.

Do not drop the scale or subject it to violent shocks.

Do not use this product if any of the components are loose or cracked.

Do not use in the presence of flammable materials.

For accurate weighing, the scale must be placed on a flat, stable surface.

Weight exceeding the maximum capacity (800 lb/360 kg) may damage the scale.

Operating at voltages and frequencies other than specified could damage the equipment.

Avoid contact with excessive moisture.

Rice Lake Weighing Systems offers optional AC adapters; utilizing an adapter not supplied by RLWS voids all warranties
and approvals.

Do not make alterations or modifications to the scale.

Introduction 1

2.0 Assembly

Important

Important

Handrail center post

Screw knob

Scale base

Secure
screw knob

2.1 Unpacking the Scale

A minimum of two people should transport, unpack and assemble the scale for their own personal safety and to
ensure the integrity of the scale. Use caution while removing packaging and unpacking the scale. After unpacking,
visually inspect the Rice Lake 260-10-1 Digital Handrail Scale to ensure all components are included and
undamaged. Contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems and the shipper immediately if the scale was damaged during
shipping.

Parts contained in the shipping box include:

• Scale platform with handrail center post

• Indicator

• Handrails

• Parts kit including hardware for assembly

• Six AA non-rechargeable batteries

2.1.1 Repackaging the Scale

If the Rice Lake 260-10-1 Digital Handrail Scale must be returned for modification or repair, it must be properly
packed with sufficient packing materials. Whenever possible, use the original carton when shipping the scale back.

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

2.2 Setting Up the Scale

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. A 3/8 inch socket wrench (or equivalent) and a Phillips screwdriver are required for
assembly.

1. A minimum of two people should carefully remove the scale by lifting it out of the box by the scale base.

Do not lift the scale out of the box by the handrail post as this may cause damage.

2. Place the scale on the floor or other hard level surface.

3. Remove the screw knob at the base of the ha

Figure 2-1. Scale in Shipping Position

ndrail center post.

4. Lift the handrail center post until it is perpendicular to the base.

5. Insert and tighten the screw knob on the base until the handrail center post is rigid and does not move.

2 Rice Lake 260-10-1 Digital Handrail Scale

Figure 2-2. Scale in Upright Position