Rice Lake RL350-10 User Manual

RL350-10 Digital Wheelchair Scale

350-10 Series

Software Revision 11439

Technical Manual

152495 - Rev B

Contents

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

2.0 Safety ........................................................................................................................................... 2

2.1 Safety Signals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2.2 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

3.0 Scale Assembly ........................................................................................................................... 3

3.1 Unpacking Your Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

3.2 Repacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

3.3 Setting Up Your Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

3.4 Attaching the Feet to the Scale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

3.5 Inserting Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3.6 AC Power Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

4.0 Scale Operation ........................................................................................................................... 8

4.1 Weighing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4.2 Hold/Release Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4.3 Preset Tare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4.4 Toggle Tare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4.5 Using the Body Mass Index (BMI) Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

5.0 Scale Configuration ................................................................................................................... 11

5.1 Programming Mode Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5.2 Default Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

5.3 Scale Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

6.0 Test Menu................................................................................................................................... 17

7.0 RS-232 Communication............................................................................................................. 18

7.1 Push-Button Keypad Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

7.2 Communication Protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7.2.1 Escape Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7.2.2 Maintenance Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

7.3 USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

8.0 Troubleshooting and Testing ..................................................................................................... 25

9.0 Maintenance .............................................................................................................................. 25

9.1 Basic Maintenance .................................................................................................................... 25

9.2 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

10.0 Wheelchair Scale Specifications.............................................................................................. 26

For More Information ............................................................................................................................. 27

Wheelchair Scale Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................... 28

Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company.

Software revision 11439, September 2014 Rev B

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1.0 Introduction

Model 350-10-2

Model 350-10-3

Model 350-10-7

Model 350-10-8

The Rice Lake Digital Wheelchair Scale is a user-friendly, quality scale, designed for safe weighing of the handicapped and mobility challenged individuals. Movement compensation technology ensures sound, accurate weighments. The scale has roll on ramp access and comes in four different configurations:

• Single ramp folding wheelchair scale

• Single ramp platform wheelchair scale

The scale has a non-skid rigid platform and two re

ar heavy duty wheels for easy maneuverability.

• Dual ramp folding wheelchair scale

• Dual ramp platform whee

lchair scale

The scale is set up to use motion sensing technology, to determine actual weight of a moving patient. The weight can be displayed in pounds or kilograms and you can enter a tare weight. The Scale Operation section on page 8 of this manual explains the scale operation

The wheelchair scale has a unique folding feature that enables easy transportation and simplifies avoiding the need for field wiring and recalibration. All that is required is to open the packaging and unfold the scale.

Figure 1-1. Digital Wheelchair Scale (single ramp and dual ramp models shown)

and how to obtain a tare weight.

assembly,

This manual can be viewed and downloaded from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems web site at www.ricelakehealth.com. Technical information on these products and other medical products are available on the Rice Lake Weighing Systems web site.

Wheelchair Scale Technical Manual

2.0 Safety

Important

Caution

Warning

There are certain precautions that should be taken to prevent personal injury to the user and damage to your scale.

2.1 Safety Signals

Safety Signal Definitions:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous s moderate injury.

Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to equipment

ituation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or

2.2 Safety Precautions

Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understand instructions in the manual. Failure to follow the instructions result in injury or death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.

Before attempting to operate this unit, make sure every individual who operates or works with this unit has read and understands the following safety these instructions carefully.

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

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

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

• Weight exceeding the maximum capacity (1000 lb/453 kg) ma

• Operating at voltages and frequencies other tha

• If the

LO Bat indicator activates, for accurate weighing, replace the batteries or connect the scale to an AC

n specified could damage the equipment.

power source as soon as possible.

• To avoid cross contamination, the sca

le should be cleaned regularly.

• Avoid contact with excessive moisture.

• Do not allow minors (children) or inexpe

rienced persons to operate this scale.

• Do not jump up and down on the scale.

• Do not use in the presence of flammable materials.

• Do not make alterations or modifications

to the scale.

• People with disabilities, or who are physically frail, should alwa using this scale.

• Do not use the scale on slippery surfaces, such as a wet floor.

• Do not use this scale when your body/feet

are wet, such as after taking a bath.

or heed the warnings could

information. Please follow

y damage your scale.

ys be assisted by another person when

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3.0 Scale Assembly

Important

3.1 Unpacking Your Scale

Place the unopened box in an open area that has ample room for unpacking the scale.

Recommended tools needed to set up your sc

• Scissors or a box cutter

Using scissors or a box cutter, cut the strapping bands tha box, visually inspect your scale to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.

Parts contained in the shipping box include:

• The scale

• This manual

• Small box containing AA batteries (6) and scale feet

ale include:

t secure the box together. Immediately after opening the

Figure 3-1. Box Contents Including the Scale Surrounded by Styrofoam Packing Material

3.2 Repacking

If the Rice Lake Digital Wheelchair Scale must be returned for modification, calibration 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.

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3.3 Setting Up Your Scale

Note

Move the scale into the area where the weighing process will occur. It’s recommended to place the scale on a hard, level surface for the most accurate weighments. Thin carpeting is fine but not recommended.

1. Locate the operator’s manual from inside the box and set proper scale removal and set up.

2. Using two people, remove the scale out of the packaging material of the box by the scale base as shown in Figure 3-2.

DO NOT lift the scale out of the box by its handle as this can cause the hinges to break or affect the scale operation.

aside as it will provide instructions on the

that it came in by lifting the scale out

Figure 3-2. Lift the Scale From the Box

3. Stand the scale on its side as shown in Figure 3-3, so that the plastic packaging material can be removed.

Figure 3-3. Remove Plastic Covering Material

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3.4 Attaching the Feet to the Scale

Note

The Rice Lake Digital Wheelchair Scale comes with four feet that must be attached to the scale base for proper operation. The four feet are located in the parts box in the original shipping box. Use the following steps to attach the feet to the scale.

1. Screw the four round feet clockwise into the scale base as shown in Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-4. Screw Feet Into the Scale Platform

2. There must be adequate clearance between the scale base and the floor so screw each foot out counterclockwise two full turns. This will ensure that there is enough clearance between the scale base and the floor.

3. Gently set the scale base down to the floor. There s

hould be minimal clearance between the scale base and the floor without having the scale base actually touching the floor. Figure 3-5 shows the width of a finger being slid under the scale base and the floor.

By not having clearance around the scale base will create inaccurate weighments.

Figure 3-5. Have a Minimal Amount of Clearance Between the Scale Base and the Floor

4. It is also important to make sure 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.

An unlevel base will produce inaccurate weight readings.

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5. Loosen the handles (shown in Figure 3-6) and set upright.

Figure 3-6. Loosen the Durable Hinges to Set Handles Upright

6. Tighten the two hinges on the Rice Lake Digital Wheelchair Scale by rotating the two handles. This will secure the handrail mounted indicator.

3.5 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. Open the battery chamber cover by loosening the thumbsc

2. Insert batteries into the battery chamber

as shown in Figure 3-7.

rew.

Figure 3-7. Battery Chamber

3. Close the battery chamber.

If an external power supply or USB power supply is connect

ed, the battery flag on the display is turned off.

When using battery or USB power supply, the backlight power is deducted to 60%.

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3.6 AC Power Connections

Connect the optional AC power

Use the optional 120 VAC or 230 VAC adapter when power is available. The optional AC power adapter plugs into the back of the indicator as shown in Figure 3-8.

Figure 3-8. Power Connection

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