Health O Meter 450KL User manual
Model 450KL
Physician Beam Scale
User Instructions
PELSTAR, LLC 9500 West 55th Street, McCoo , IL 60525k
P/N UM450KL Rev 081914 1
Model 450KL
Thank you for your purchase of this Health o meter®Professional product. Please read this
manual carefully, and keep it for easy reference or training.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Caution and Warning.................................................................................................3
Specifications for This Scale.....................................................................................3
Certifications / Disposal / Service..............................................................................4
Assembly Instructions 450KL Scale .........................................................................5
Transportation ..........................................................................................................10
Operating Instructions...............................................................................................13
Counterweight Instructions........................................................................................16
Height Measurement Instructions..............................................................................21
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................23
Maintenance..............................................................................................................24
Warranty....................................................................................................................25
Note: This scale has been factory calibrated, and does not
require calibration prior to use.
Please register your scale for warranty coverage at:
http://www.homscales.com/customer/registration.aspx
For User Instructions updates and revisions please go to:
http://www.homscales.com
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CAUTION AND WARNING
To prevent injury and damage to your scale, please follow these instructions very
carefully.
To prevent injury, as well as scale damage during assembly, exercise
caution when assembling the scale pillar.
Assemble and operate the scale per the enclosed user instructions.
For accurate weighing, this scale must be placed on a flat, stable surface.
For accurate weighing, verify before each use the proper operation
according to the procedure described in this manual.
Do not transport the scale with any weight on the platform.
Do not exceed recommended weight limit of 350 lb / 160 kg or 500 lb /
200 kg with optional counterweights for this scale.
Do not use in the presence of flammable or explosive materials.
If the scale becomes damaged, it should not be operated until properly serviced. All
repairs should only be performed by authorized Health o meter®Professional
service personnel.
To prevent patient injury, the patient must be attended throughout the
entire weighing event.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THIS SCALE
General
The Model 450KL physician beam scale employs a proven and rugged mechanical design to
measure patient weight and height. Each precision scale is designed to provide accurate,
reliable, and repeatable weight measurements. In addition, each scale is designed with a
rotating poise bar, and includes counterweights that enable the user to make the weighing
process simple, fast, and convenient.
Weight is displayed in pounds (lb) or in kilograms (kg). Height is displayed in inches (in) or in
centimeters (cm).
450KL Scale Specifications
Capacity: 350 lb (160 kg)
Capacity with optional
counterweights: 500 lb (200 kg)
Environmental: Operating temperatures: 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C)
Storage temperatures: 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C)
Maximum Humidity: 85% RH
Physical Dimensions: Scale (Overall Dimensions)
Width: 16-¾” (42.6 cm)
Depth: 20” (50.8 cm)
Height: 57-½” (146.1 cm)
Weight: 43 lb (19.5 kg)
Platform (Standing Area)
Width: 10-½” (26.7cm)
Depth: 14” (35.6 cm)
Height: 3” (7.6 cm)
CERTIFICATIONS / DISPOSAL / SERVICE
Certification Descriptions
Pelstar, LLC has been officially certified as the manufacturer
of Health o meter®Professional medical devices. The Pelstar,
LLC quality assurance system covers the development,
production, sales and service of medical scales and
measuring systems.
Products carrying this symbol meet the requirements of:
1. Directive governing medical devices 93/42/EEC
450KL Scale Disposal
This Health o meter®Professional scale must be disposed of properly as steel waste. Follow
the national, regional or local regulations which apply to you for disposal of steel waste.
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION
The 450KL physician beam scale is shipped disassembled in one carton. Carefully inspect the
carton for shipping damage before unpacking. If damage is found, contact Customer Service.
For further information or telephone support, please contact Customer Service at:
Telephone: 1 (800) 815-6615
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450KL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Before Assembly
Each 450KL physician beam scale is shipped disassembled in one carton. Carefully inspect the
carton for shipping damage before unpacking. If damage is found, contact your shipper or a
Health o meter®Professional representative immediately. Claims must be filed with the shipper
as soon as possible after receipt of the package. The following information details what you will
find inside the main carton as you unpack the parts for assembly.
To prevent scratching any components and avoid damaging the scale parts when unpacking, do
not use a box cutter, knife, scissors, or any sharp object to open the protective inner packaging.
Carefully remove each assembly from the carton and unwrap the packing materials. Set the
carton aside for storage.
Parts List
Carton
(1) Scale platform
(1) Pillar
(4) Pillar nuts
(1) User instructions
(1) Wrench
(1) Counterweight set (Part Number 55070)
150 lb counterweight (Part Number 55060)
40 kg counterweight (Part Number 55065)
Tools Required
Wrench (included)
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450KL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)
Assembling the 450KL Scale (Refer to Figures 1 - 6)
Caution: It is recommended that the assembly be performed by two persons.
1. Carefully remove the scale platform and pillar from the carton. Place the scale platform and
pillar on a flat, level, and dry surface. Using a table can be helpful for assembly of 450KL
scale (see Figures 1 & 5).
2. Remove the four pillar nuts and wrench from the carton.
3. Locate the steel rod at the base of the pillar (see Figures 4, 5 & 6).
4. Cut the tie wrap that holds the steel rod to the pillar studs (see Figure 3).
5. Insert studs into the four holes provided in the scale platform (See Figure 2).
6. Tip the scale platform at an angle, resting the top of the pillar on any convenient support.
Using the wrench provided, secure the pillar to the scale platform with the four nuts (see
Figures 4 & 5).
7. Pull the steel rod toward the base of the scale platform by grasping the finger pull loop on the
steel rod end (see Figures 4, 5 & 6).
8. Push the lever extension toward the pillar with your hand (see Figure 4, 5 & 6).
9. While holding this position, hook the steel rod to the hole at the end of the lever extension.
Release the finger pull loop and ensure that the steel rod and lever extension is hooked
together.
10. Carefully position the scale to its upright position.
11. The scale is now assembled and is ready for use (see Figure 1).
Note: To transport your scale, acquire the optional wheel bracket (Part Number # 55000). Please
refer to the “Transportation” section for assembly instruction.
450KL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)
450KL Assembly
Figure 1
Figure 2
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450KL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)
Tie wrap
Figure 3
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Pillar nuts
Finger pull
loop
Studs
Finger pull
loop
Figure 4
450KL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)
Figure 5
Pillar nuts Finger pull
loop
Steel rod
Lever extension
Figure 6
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TRANSPORTATION
Preparing a 450KL Scale for Transportation (see Figures 7-10)
This scale can be easily assembled with a wheel bracket (Part Number 55000) for storage, or
for transport from one room to another. This scale does not include 55000 Wheel Bracket, and
must be acquired separately. To prepare the scale for transport, follow these steps:
Caution: It is recommended that the assembly be performed by two persons.
1. Remove the mounting screws attaching the clamping plate to the wheel bracket.
2. Tip the scale forward until top front of the pillar is resting on the floor.
3. Position the clamping plate inside the base, and align the clamping plate, wheel bracket,
and base assembly holes.
4. Install the mounting screws through the wheel bracket, base, and clamping plate.
Tighten the mounting screws securely.
5. Carefully tip the scale to its upright position.
6. To transport the scale, tip the scale pillar back until the scale is supported by the wheel
bracket. Carefully move the scale to its new location.
Required Parts
(1) 450KL
(1) Wheel Bracket (Part Number 55000)
Note: Wheel bracket is not included.
Tools Required (not included)
Adjustable wrench or 10mm wrench
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