Introduction and System Overview
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Introduction and System Overview
The Summit
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SB-1000 Bariatric Wheelchair Scale is a heavy-duty scale that easily accommodates wheelchairs
with its large platform size and easy-access ramp. It provides exceptional performance in applications where
typical wheelchair scales are not large enough to meet the needs of the patient.
The Summit SB-1000 Bariatric Wheelchair Scale is a fully electronic, low profile floor scale that measures 36 in
x 36 in (.91 m x .91 m), and has a capacity up to 1000 lbs (500 kg). The SB-1000 uses four corner-mounted, alloy
steel shear beam load cells, with the cells recessed into the frame channels for protection. Also included is an
access ramp and signal-trim summing board enclosed in a durable ABS enclosure that has convenient side access
for any necessary corner corrections. It also comes pre-trimmed so corner corrections should not be necessary.
Load cell cables are run through the main channels, and held down with replaceable cable ties near each corner,
eliminating the possibility of cable damage in portable applications. One threaded hole, located in the center of
the deck, is another useful feature for portable applications. This allows for placement of a removable eyebolt to
lift the scale from above with chains. Because of the possibility of foot and load cell damage from forklift tines,
the scale should always be lifted from above with chains through the eyebolt.
The adjustable feet are used to allow leveling the scale to make up for minor floor irregularities. Two of the four
feet sit inside the foot keeper plates located on the front of the ramp. The ramp is designed to sit on either side of
the scale that is adjacent to the junction box.
The Summit SB-1000 comes equipped with a large 1" LCD indicator display and a 120 VAC or 230 VAC
adaptor to use when power is readily available. It is also capable of operating on the internal sealed lead-acid
rechargeable battery when no power source is available.
Figure 1-1. The Summit SB-1000 Bariatric Wheelchair Scale
This manual can be viewed and downloaded from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems web site at
www.ricelake.com/health. Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company.
