11 ACCESSORIES
Should it be necessary to unlock the weight while the patient is still supported by the lift, the UNLOCK button may be pressed. The weight
will unlock and the word "LOCK" will disappear from the display window. The weight value will then be updated. Once the weight
becomes stable the weight can be locked again by pressing the LOCK button.
Stable being defined as the weight fluctuating two tenths of a pound. For example, a patient weighing one hundred pounds, the scale will
fluctuate between 99.8 and 100.2 until the LOCK key is pressed. Fluctuation of the weight displayed is normal as noted above. Press the
LOCK button to lock the weight.
The UNITS button can be pressed to toggle between units of pounds and kilograms. This is indicated by lb or kg appearing in the display
window.
8.
The lift may now be lowered and the sling removed from the patient.
The patient's weight will continue to be seen in the display window. The display will turn off automatically after a two minute period of non-
use [no changes in weight exceeding five pounds (two kilograms)]. You can NOT adjust the time delay for automatic shut off. After the
display has turned off , the weight may be recalled by pressing the ON/OFF button. The unit can be turned off by pressing the ON/OFF
button a second time.
11.4 Replacing the Battery
The scale is powered by a nine volt alkaline battery that
should provide approximately 1500 readings before needing
replacement.
When battery replacement is needed, LO BAT will appear on the
display. Perform the following:
1.
Slide the battery door open in the direction of the arrow.
2.
Remove existing battery.
3.
Install the new battery.
4.
Reinstall the battery door.
Manual/Electric Portable Patient Lift
9V Battery
Battery
Door
Arrow
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Assembled Scale
Part No. 1078987