Introduction
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Introduction
The Rice Lake Mechanical Physician Scale (RL-MPS-40) is ideal for use in health clinics and doctors’ practices for height and
weight measurement.
The scale is durable, having a sturdy enameled steel body, removable slip resistant cover, a retractable aluminum height rod
and rear wheels. This manual guides the user through basic instructions on pillar assembly, wheel installation, height rod
installation and the zero adjustment of the scale.
Manuals and Firmware/Software are available for viewing and/or downloading from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems
website at
www.ricelake.com/manuals
Warranty information can be found on the website at
www.ricelake.com/warranties
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Safety
Safety Signal Definitions:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Includes
hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided could result in serious injury or death. Includes
hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to equipment or
corruption to and loss of data.
General Safety
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless this manual has been read and all instructions are understood.
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.
Failure to heed could result in serious injury or death.
Do not transport the scale while someone is standing on it.
To avoid cross contamination, the scale should be cleaned regularly.
Avoid contact with excessive moisture.
Do not allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this scale.
Do not jump on the scale.
Do not place fingers into slots or possible pinch points.
Do not use in the presence of flammable materials.
Use the scale only to determine weight of people while standing.
Do not make alterations or modifications to the scale.
People with disabilities, or who are physically frail, should always be assisted by another person when using this scale.
Do not use the scale on slippery surfaces, such as a wet floor.
Do not use this scale when the body/feet are wet, such as after taking a bath.
Weight exceeding the maximum capacity may damage the scale.
Do not drop the scale or subject it to violent shocks.
For accurate weighing, the scale must be placed on a flat, stable surface.
WARNING
