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OLYMPIC SMART SCALE Model 50/51 Instruction Manual 3-1
S e c t i o n
3
Operation
Operating the Smart Scale
To operate the Smart Scale:
1
Press
ON/OFF
to turn on the scale.
A series of moving dashes appear on the display. Next, the 0 weight reading
appears, indicating the scale has automatically found its zero reference point.
2
If mounted on a cart, lock the caster wheels (for the Model 51, see page 3-2).
3
Adjust the platform ends, as appropriate (see page 3-3).
WARNING
Explosion hazard. Do not use this device in the presence of flammables (e.g., oxygen,
nitrous oxide, anesthetics).
CAUTION
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Read and be familiar with this instruction manual before using this device.
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Only use this device under the direct supervision of a licensed medical practitioner.
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Connect this device directly to a properly grounded hospital-grade outlet.
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If the scale is mounted on a mobile cart or table, always lock the wheel casters before
placing the patient in the scale.
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Keep the platform ends in either the full-down or full-up positions. Ends are locked in
the full-up position only when
LATCHED appears (see Figure 3.3).
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Do not allow the patient to sit or stand on the platform ends.
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Always watch the patient while on the weighing platform; to avoid injury, prevent the
patient from crawling off of the weighing platform.
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Never use the scale to transport the patient.
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Touching the platform or patient while the AVERAGING light is blinking can result in an
incorrect weight; see Weight Lock/Unlock (AVERAGE/UNLOCK) .
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Always clean/disinfect the scale between patients.
NOTE
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It is the responsibility of the hospital/facility to ensure that all personnel who operate or
maintain this device are trained in its operation and safe use, and to maintain training
records of attendance and evidence of understanding.
NOTE
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The scale can be used while the batteries are charging.
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Only use your fingers to press the buttons. Pens and other devices may puncture the
membrane display panel.
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Objects, such as blankets, placed on the scale before 0 appears are not weighed — they
are automatically tared out (see page 3-4).