Welch Allyn 5002 Series, Service Manual

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Introduction
Intended use
The Welch Allyn Masted Scales are intended to be used by clinicians for weighing
patients up to 660 pounds (300 kg) for model 5122, up to 880 pounds (400 kg) for
models 5002 and 6002, and up to 1000 pounds (454 kg) for models 5702, 6702, 6702SP, and 6702W.
Indications for use
The Welch Allyn Masted Scales are used by clinicians to weigh patients. An optional
height gauge is available on some models.
Masted scales can make contact with a patient’s hands and feet. Contact duration is
intended to be limited to less than 30 seconds.
Intended clinical care environments
The Welch Allyn Masted Scales are intended to be used in the following clinical care environments:
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Hospitals
• Ambulatory care centers
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Physicians' offices
• Other professional medical facilities
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