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COUNTERWEIGHT INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
Counterweight Instructions for Weighing a Patient 401 - 440 (lb)
1. When a patient weighs between 401 - 440 lb, place the lower poise weight at 300 lb.
2. Place the 100 lb (55080) counterweight on the 3
rd
notch from the left, between the 50 lb and
100 lb value.
3. Adjust the upper poise weight until the pointer is centered. The poise bar will center in the
trig-loop.
4. Read and record the weight.
To read the patient’s weight, add the weight value indicated on
the upper and lower poise bars, as well as an additional 100 lb. See page 13 for a
counterweight conversion chart.
Counterweight Instructions for Weighing a Patient 441 - 490 (lb)
1. When a patient weighs between 441 - 490 lb, place the lower poise weight at 340 lb.
2. Place the 100 lb (55080) counterweight on the 3
rd
notch from the left, between the 50 lb and
100 lb value.
3. Adjust the upper poise weight until the pointer is centered. The poise bar will center in the
trig-loop.
4. Read and record the weight.
To read the patient’s weight, add the weight value indicated on
the upper and lower poise bars, as well as an additional 100 lb. See page 13 for a
counterweight conversion chart.
