RL-DBS
Digital Baby Scale
Operation Manual
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107801 - Rev B
Contents
1.0 Introduction.................................................................................................................................. 1
2.0 Assembly Instructions ................................................................................................................. 2
3.0 Scale Setup.................................................................................................................................. 3
4.0 Scale Operation with Tare ........................................................................................................... 4
5.0 Troubleshooting & Testing........................................................................................................... 5
6.0 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................ 6
6.1 Basic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
7.0 Specifications.............................................................................................................................. 6
RL-DBS Digital Baby Scale Limited Warranty.......................................................................................... 7
Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com or obtained
Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com or obtained
© 2015 Rice Lake Weighing Systems. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.
by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department
by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department
March 2015
Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection
of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars.
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1.0 Introduction
The RL-DBS Digital Baby scale provides precise weighing of babies. Highly sophisticated microprocessor
technology allows accurate, reliable, and repeatable weighments every time. Movement compensation
technology eliminates errors caused by spontaneous movement of the baby and the weight display can be
displayed in pounds/ounces or in kilograms.
This manual can be viewed and downloaded from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems website at
www.ricelake.com/health.
Figure 1-1. RL-DBS Digital Baby Scale
Standard Features
• Convenient Lb/Kg toggle key
• Large, easy-to-read one inch LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
• Built in measuring tape
• Recall key to view the last weight measurement
• Power: four AA batteries (included), 120V or 230V AC adapter (included)
• Automatic shut off ensures long battery life.
1.1 Safety
With the RL-DBS-2 Digital Baby scale, there are certain precautions that should be taken to prevent injury to the
baby and damage to your scale.
1.1.1 Safety Signals
Safety Signal Definitions:
Warning
Caution
Important
1.1.2 Safety Precautions
1
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
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.
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understand
instructions in the manual. 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. Proper care is your responsibility.
Before attempting to operate this unit, make sure every individual who operates or works
Warning
with this unit has read and understands the following safety information. Please follow
these instructions carefully.
• Do not transport the scale while the infant is on the weighing tray.
• Do not drop the scale or subject it to violent shocks.
• For accurate weighing, the scale must be placed on a flat, stable surface.
• For accurate weighing, verify proper operation according to the procedure described in this manual
before each use.
• Operation at other voltages and frequencies than specified could damage your equipment.
• Utilizing adapters not supplied by Rice Lake Weighing Systems voids all warranties.
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2.0 Assembly Instructions
The RL-DBS Digital Baby scale comes fully assembled and includes the scale and a 120V or 230V AC adapter.
To set up the scale:
1. Select a sturdy, flat surface on which to place the scale on.
2. Plug in the 120V or 230V AC adapter. The AC power adapter plugs into the back of the indicator as
shown below in Figure 2-1.
AC Power Plug in
Location
230V adapter shown
120V adapter shown
Figure 2-1. AC Power Connection Site
The RL-DBS Digital Baby scale is also capable of running on four (4) AA batteries if no additional power source
is available. If the
Lo prompt is showing on the display, replace the battery or connect the scale to an AC power
source as soon as possible for accurate weighing.
Figure 2-2. Low Battery Indicator
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3.0 Scale Setup
zero
mem
Figure 3-1. RL-DBS Display
Use the following table to identify what each part of the display does.
Item Description Function
This key turns the scale on and off
With weight on the scale, press this key to
tare out the scale and return it to zero.
This key selects either pounds/ounces or
kilograms.
ON/TARE
LB/KG
ON/TARE key
On Function:
One short push for On
One push for Off (approx. five seconds)
Tare Function:
One short push to Tare out the scale
LB/KG key
One short push
ON/TARE
LB/KG
RECALL
RECALL
zero
mem
RECALL key
When the scale is turned on, use one short
push
Negative or Minus indicator When the scale is on, this display shows a
ZERO indicator When the scale is on, this display indicates
Memory indicator
o
Motion indicator This is displayed when a weight reading is
6-Digit LCD digital display The LCD displays the infant weight in
LB/OZ indicator When the scale is on, this display indicates
KG When the scale is on, this display indicates
This allows the user to recall the last
weighment, ie: you can remove the baby,
press the recall key and see the baby’s
weight again.
negative weight reading.
that the scale is stable and ready for use.
complete.
It is not displayed while the weight reading is
being calculated.
pounds/ounces or kilograms and shown by
the LB or KG indicator on the right side of
the display.
that the scale is weighing in pounds/ounces
that the scale is weighing in kilograms
Table 3-1. Front Panel, Showing Annunciators
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Note
The RL-DBS Digital Baby Scale is pre-calibrated from the factory.
Use the following steps to set up the RL-DBS Digital Baby scale when initially powered it up.
1. To operate the unit using the AC adapter, plug the AC adapter cable into the back of the scale as shown
in Figure 2-1, and the AC adapter plug into a power source.
2. Press the
3. When the self test function is complete, the digital display should read:
ON/TARE key to turn on the scale.
0:00.00 if set up in Lb/Oz or 0.00
if set up to read in KG.
4. Place a weight (not exceeding 40 Lb) on the scale. The weight calculation is complete once the motion
indicator turns on.
5. Press the
6. Remove the weight from the scale. To view the weight that was just on the scale, press the
Note
LB/KG key to select the weight mode, either in pounds/ounces or kilograms.
RECALL key.
If the setup procedure failed, refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual. If the problem is not
resolved, refer to a qualified service provider.
4.0 Scale Operation with Tare
The RL-DBS Digital Baby scale can accurately weigh babies up to 44 Lb (20 Kg). Use the following steps to
weigh a baby.
1. Press the
2. Wait until the
3. Place a pad on the weighing tray. Make sure that the edges of the pad are on the tray and are not touching
the surface on which the scale is positioned. The weight calculation is complete once the motion
indicator turns on ( o ).
4. Press the
5. Place the infant on the scale. The weight calculation is complete once the motion indicator turns on ( o ).
Note
ON/TARE key to turn the scale on.
0:0.0 (if set up in Lb/Oz) appears on the digital display or 0.00 if set up in Kg.
ON/TARE key to tare the weight of the pad or other accessory that is on the weighing tray.
If the scale is being used with batteries and is not used for two minutes, it switches off to save battery life
and power. To restart the scale, press the ON/TARE key.
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5.0 Troubleshooting & Testing
Refer to the following instructions to check and correct any failure before consulting service personnel.
Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action
Scale does not turn on when using just
batteries
Scale does not turn on Dead battery Connect the scale to a power source
Questionable weight or the scale does
not zero
The display shows o_Ld message The load on the scale exceeds the
The display show Err The RECALL key was pressed with
Dead batteries Connect the scale to a power source or
change batteries
Faulty electrical outlet Use a different electrical outlet
Bad power supply Replace adapter
External object is interfering with the scale Remove the infant/interfering object from
the weighing tray from the scale
Display did not show 0.0 before weighing Remove the baby, zero the scale and
begin the weighing process again
Scale is not placed on a level surface Place the scale on a stable surface and
begin the weighing process again
The weighing tray is not placed properly Place the weighing tray in its proper place
Scale is out of calibration Check the scale with a known weight
value
Remove the excess weight and use the
capacity
insufficient weight on the scale.
scale according to its stated limit
Place more than 2 Lb, 30 Oz on the scale
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Table
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6.0 Maintenance
The following section provides instructions for maintaining and cleaning the RL-DBS Digital Baby scale.
Maintenance operations other than those described in this section should be performed by qualified service
personnel.
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 qualified service personnel.
Go through the following steps for basic maintenance.
1. Check the overall appearance of the entire scale for any obvious signs of damage, abuse, etc.
2. Inspect the condition of the AC adapter for cord cracking or 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.
1. 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.
2. Do not immerse the scale into cleaning or other liquid solutions.
3. Do not use Isopropyl alcohol or other solutions to clean the display surface.
7.0 Specifications
Capacity: 44 Lb x 0.5 oz (20 x 0.01 Kg)
Power Requirements:
Adapter is UL and C-UL approved
Environmental: Operating temperature: 50 to +104ºF (10 to +40ºC)
Dimensions: 23.5" (L) x 11" (W) (60 x 28 cm)
Weight: 5.26 Lb (2.5 Kg)
Warranty: Two-year Limited Warranty
Four (4) double AA batteries (included) or AC adapter (included)
Storage temperature: -4 to +140ºF (-20 to +60ºC)
Humidity: <80% relative humidity
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RL-DBS Digital Baby Scale Limited Warranty
Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) warrants that all RLWS equipment and systems properly installed by a
Distributor or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will operate per written specifications as confirmed by
the Distributor/OEM and accepted by RLWS. All systems and components are warranted against defects in
materials and workmanship for two years.
RLWS warrants that the equipment sold hereunder will conform to the current written specifications authorized
by RLWS. RLWS warrants the equipment against faulty workmanship and defective materials. If any equipment
fails to conform to these warranties, RLWS will, at its option, repair or replace such goods returned within the
warranty period subject to the following conditions:
• Upon discovery by Buyer of such nonconformity, RLWS will be given prompt written notice with a
detailed explanation of the alleged deficiencies.
• Individual electronic components returned to RLWS for warranty purposes must be packaged to
prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage in shipment. Packaging requirements are listed in a
publication, Protecting Your Components From Static Damage in Shipment, available from RLWS
Equipment Return Department.
• Examination of such equipment by RLWS confirms that the nonconformity actually exists, and was
not caused by accident, misuse, neglect, alteration, improper installation, improper repair or
improper testing; RLWS shall be the sole judge of all alleged non-conformities.
• Such equipment has not been modified, altered, or changed by any person other than RLWS or its
duly authorized repair agents.
• RLWS will have a reasonable time to repair or replace the defective equipment. Buyer is responsible
for shipping charges both ways.
• In no event will RLWS be responsible for travel time or on-location repairs, including assembly or
disassembly of equipment, nor will RLWS be liable for the cost of any repairs made by others.
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HESE WARRANTIES EXCLUDE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
RLWS NOR DISTRIBUTOR WILL, IN ANY EVENT, BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
RLWS
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF SUCH GOODS
ALL OTHER CLAIMS TO WARRANTY
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WARRANTY CLAIMS
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WARRANTY SHALL HAVE ANY LEGAL EFFECT UNLESS MADE IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY A CORPORATE
OFFICER OF
AND BUYER AGREE THAT RLWS’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY HEREUNDER IS LIMITED TO
. IN ACCEPTING THIS WARRANTY, THE BUYER WAIVES ANY AND
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HOULD THE SELLER BE OTHER THAN RLWS, THE BUYER AGREES TO LOOK ONLY TO THE SELLER FOR
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O TERMS, CONDITIONS, UNDERSTANDING, OR AGREEMENTS PURPORTING TO MODIFY THE TERMS OF THIS
RLWS AND THE BUYER.
. NEITHER
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