ADE M500660 User manual

M500660-210326-Rev005-UM-e
Operating Manual
Electronic Wheelchair and Multipurpose Scales
Series
M500660
M500660

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Content
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
Assembly and set up ............................................................................................................................. 5
Power supply 6
Replacin the rechar eable battery 6
Display .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Front View and side view of the display 7
Display Description 7
Key pad 8
Wei hin ................................................................................................................................................. 8
Correct wei hin 8
How to chan e the unit 8
Tare function 9
Wei hin with preset tare values 9
HOLD function 9
BMI (Body Mass Index) 9
Evaluation of the Body Mass Index 10
Connectin additional devices 10
Print out a record 10
Error Messa es 10
Cleanin and Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 11
Cleanin 11
Safety information 11
Disposal 11
Stora e and Transport 11
Warranty – Liability 11
Technical specifications ..................................................................................................................... 12
Declaration of Conformity................................................................................................................... 13

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Introduction
Dieses Symbol bedeutet: „Gebrauchsanweisung beachten“ Um präzise Ergebnisse zu erzie-
len, lesen Sie die Gebrauchsanweisung sorgfältig durch und folgen Sie den darin enthalte-
nen Instruktionen Bewahren Sie die Gebrauchsanweisung für späteres Nachschlagen auf
Your ADE electronic wheelchair-scale is a quality, sturdy and durable product manufactured in accordance
with national regulations in Germany The scale is used to evaluate the weight of persons sitting in a wheel-
chair, able to walk on their own or by using any kind of walking aid or lying on an emergency litter The scale
could be used for adipose persons as well
ADE instruction manuals have been prepared to provide the user with all the necessary knowledge about the
safe use of ADE scales and their related accessory equipment
For further questions about how to use the products or about this or other service manuals, feel free to contact
your local ADE representative or visit our web page at www ade-hamburg de
In order to achieve the best possible results kindly read and follow the operation manual in all respects This
operation instruction applies to the following models of electronic scales of the M500660-series with the differ-
ent adaptations (see table 1) In order to achieve the best possible results kindly read and follow the
Multipurpose and wheelchair scales
Confi uration of the basic
version M500660:
1 platform 800 x 800mm / M500660-C 1400 x 800 mm
1 ramp
1 eyelevel
1 mains adapter
1 indicator (display)
Reference number Description of supplementary equipment to the standard version
M500660-01 1 foldable column
M500660-02 1 set of side boundaries
[table 1]
M500660 M500660-02
[picture 1]
[picture 2]
M500660-01 M500660-C

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Equipment supplied
All wheelchair scales and multipurpose scales are being delivered in an already assembled condi-
tion with handrails, side boundaries or columns The equipment supplied includes:
1) One indicator including the correspondent set of screws
2) One wall mounting device and one cable extension for model numbers: M500660
3) One mains adapter
4) Operation manual including declaration of conformity
Safety
The ADE-display unit corresponds to the latest state of the art technology and complies with standard regula-
tions and directives Kindly follow the safety instructions in this operating manual, the country-specific installa-
tion standards as well as the applicable safety conditions and accident prevention regulations in all aspects
 Operate the scale only with the original ADE mains adapter
 Always connect the mains adapter to the scale BEFORE connecting it to the electrical outlet
 Disconnect from the electrical outlet BEFORE disconnecting the adapter from the scale
 In case the mains adapter became wet or show visible damages the scale can no longer be operated
by using this mains adapter In this case please contact your local dealer or service partner
 The voltage and power supply as mentioned on the type plate must match the mains voltage and
power type at the place of use
 When using the scale with a mains unit ensure that the supply cable is routed in such a way as to ex-
clude any type of potential trip hazard
 Remove the mains plug before cleaning the unit
 Do not operate the unit in hazardous or unstable conditions
 Set up the unit as far away as possible from equipment that generates electromagnetic or other inter-
ference Portable and mobile HF-communication systems may influence electronic medical devices
 All actions and operations described in this operation manual may only be carried out by professional
personnel authorized by ADE or official appointed dealers
Assembly and set up
The ADE wheelchair scale is already been delivered in a fully assembled condition Please insure that your
scale is being placed free of any vibration and at a dry place
The indicator/ display of your ADE scale is able to be mounted on walls, on sockets, handrails or on stand-on
devices for the table depending on the model you have selected Please insure that your scale is being placed
free of any vibration and at a dry place Take the indicator and the cable extension out of the packaging and
follow the instruction for assembly
Ali nment of the scale
1) Place the scale on a plain, dry and level surface
2) Undo the locknuts of the four feet of the scale and unscrew them until they got contact to the surface
3) The air bubble in the spirit level must be right in the centre of the circle
4) Please ensure that the scale has no other contact to the floor than by the four feet
4) For the model with the Reference M500660-01 with a foldable column:
a ) Release the handle (pic 4a) at the bottom of the column or the handrail
b) Upright the column or the handrail
c) Finally re-tighten the handle (pic 4b) at the bottom of the column or the handrail again

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Please ensure that the foldable handrail and column of the scale is fixed and stable in order to
avoid any unexpected movin of same. After transport or movement of the scale follow step 1 to 4
a ain.
Power supply
Power is supplied either by the rechargeable battery in the display unit or by the mains power via the supplied
power unit The rechargeable battery pack is consisting of 4xAA NIMH rechargeable batteries
Use the AC adapter to load the rechargeable batteries The imprinted voltage value at the mains adapter must
match the local mains voltage When the battery is being charged for the first time a sufficient charging period
of approx 24 hours is necessary to achieve a full battery load
The wall socket must be located near to the unit and be easily accessible Please use only the mains adapter
supplied by ADE The mains adapter is charging the battery pack at the same time
Replacin the rechar eable battery
The battery compartment is located at the back of the display
1) Open the battery compartment
2) Remove the battery cables carefully from the housing, connect the wires and insert the battery into the
housing
3) Close the battery compartment again
Only use original rechargeable batteries and charger units from ADE The warranty does not cover any dam-
age caused by using other types of batteries or charger units
(Pic 4a)
(4-b)

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Display
Front View and side view of the display
Display Description
Name Description
Status indicator for the current battery charge level When this symbol
appears is the scale in battery operation mode or will be charged
The scale is within the zero level
Standstill status indica-
tor (14) :
The scale is at a standstill, meaning the weight is stable and no
movement is on the platform This is a mandatory precondition for func-
tions such as resetting, printing and taring)
In case the LCD is not displayed is the scale not in the standstill mode
“Hold” Displayed when the hold function is activated
“Ib” Displayed when the weighing unit is displayed in pounds
“kg” Displayed when the weight is displayed in kilograms

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Key pad
Name
Description
HOLD
Activates the Hold-Function
PRINT
Output of data to serial communication port RS 232
BMI
Enter, after the user steps on the scale, in order to proceed with the BMI mode
UNIT
Switch button between primary kgs and secondary units Lbs
TARE
PRESET
Activates the tare function and the Preset Tare Function
ZERO
ON/OFF
Switch the scale on/off and activates the zero function

During key operation use this key to switch between the units

During key operation use this key to switch between the units

During key operation use this key to switch between the numbers downwards

During key operation use this key to switch between the numbers upwards

Enter button to confirm the value
Wei hin
Correct wei hin
- Press the start key ON/OFF to enter the normal operating mode of the scale with no load on the platform
An automatic function test will be perform and the zero setting of the scale When `0 0´appears you are in
the kg weighing mode Additionally the display shows the symbol ` ´ to confirm stability of the zero set-
ting
- The scale is now ready to be used
- Place the person to be weighed on the wheelchair and ensure that he is not moving
- The weight could be only determined when there is no contact of the feet to the floor For this reason en-
sure that the person´s feet rest on the footrest
- After the weight is being displayed and the symbol ` ´ appears the utmost accuracy has been
achieved
- To turn off the scale press ON/OFF for a period of minimum 3 seconds Using the scale on mains it may
remain permanently switched on or can be shut off manually by pressing key
How to chan e the unit
The scale offers the possibility to select between the weighing mode kg and lb To change into another mode
press the UNIT key Please check weighing mode after switching on to get proper result

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Tare function
The tare function allows ignoring a fixed weight (e g clothes) that will be deducted after each weighing proce-
dure Proceed as follows:
- Press the start key with no load on the scale
- Place the additional weight of the object(s), which needs to be ignored, on the scale and store the re-
sult by pressing the TARE key
- The display is being reset to zero The scale is now in NET weighing mode which is also indicated on
the display
- Remove now the objects from the platform The ignored weight is being displayed with a minus
- Place the person to be weighed and the additional weight (e g clothes) on the scale
- The scale determines the weight of the person without the additional weight You may now use the
scale for as many weighing procedures and the stored value will always be deducted as long as the
scale is not turned off
- Enter the tare button again to get of the tare mode
- The tare value is likewise erased by the scale until pressing the tare button or being switched off
Wei hin with preset tare values
To input a pre set tare value press down the tare button more than 3 seconds NET will appear at the screen
Follow the same steps as before and place a load on the platform The last stored tare value will appear at the
display and ignored by the scale
HOLD function
The Hold function is being used if you like to hold the results at the display after the weight/load has been re-
moved from the scale Use this button to take care of the person to be weighed first and then note the weight
- Press HOLD key while scale is under load
- “HOLD” is being displayed at the screen
- The weight remains saved in the display after unloading the scale
- For deactivation of the Hold function press again the HOLD key
BMI (Body Mass Index)
The Body Mass Index is the ratio between height and weight squared The BMI is accepted world wide – also
by WHO (World Health Organization) - helping to evaluate the state of nutrition and with that value also the
state of health of a person The result is a tolerance value
- Start the scale by entering the ON/OFF Button The scale is automatically being set to zero
- Help the person to be weighed onto the platform
- Take care that the feet are being rested on the footrest
- Wait until the weight is being displayed in a stable condition and ´ appears on the screen
- Press the BMI key shortly
- The scale starts automatically with the last input Use the arrow buttons to enter the height of the per-
son to be weighed
   
Confirm the height with the enter button
 .
- The BMI is now being displayed at the indicator
- To correct the given height press the BMI button once again and the display returns to the height
mode
- To get back into normal weighing mode and leave the BMI modus press the tare button

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Evaluation of the Body Mass Index
Compare the determined value which corresponds to those being used by the WHO
BMI below 18,5
 The person is under the regular standard and does not got enough weight An increase of weight is
recommended Please consult a professional
BMI between 18,5 and 24,9
 The person got a normal weight If he feels well there is no need for a change
BMI between 25 and 30
 The person is slightly overweighed to pre-obese A reduction of weight is indicated or, is necessary if
the state of health is already affected (e g diabetes, high end blood pressure, heart diseases)
BMI over 30
 Reduction of weight is imperative To visit a doctor is highly recommended
Connectin additional devices
Connection of printer, PC or remote-display will be done with the RS-232 interface For connection of addi-
tional devices kindly ask your local representative or authorized ADE dealer for further instructions
Print out a record
The scales must be at standstill The standstill status symbol  must appear at the screen Press the EN-
TER key to send the data to the serial interface
Note: Printing is not possible if the net weight is 0 The print function only produces one print-out A reset is
required to print out another copy
Error Messa es
Error Codes Description Solution
Load cell wires to indicator are incorrectly
connected; or shorted, or opened; or
ADC/ load cell are being damaged
Make sure wires are in good order
and condition and correctly con-
nected Replace load cell or ADC
chip Service is required
Weight reading exceeds the zero limit
after switching the scale on
Make sure scale platform is empty
Weight reading is below the zero limit
after switching the scale on
Install platform on scale Otherwise
the zero calibration/ adjustment
have to be done by authorized per-
sonnel
Weight reading exceeds load limit Reduce load on scale until weight
value can be displayed
Weight reading below load limit Service by authorized personnel
required
Configuration or Calibration parameters
are not correctly set
Contact your local dealer / supplier
for calibration purpose
Capacity parameters are not correct Contact your local dealer / supplier
for a new set-up
Calibration error The incoming signal of
loaded weight is too small, too big, unsta-
ble or un-linear
Contact your local dealer / supplier
for a new set-up
Not turn on.
Power cord is not properly connected
Power outlet not supplying electricity
Batterie is discharged Other failure
Check power cord connections
Make sure power cord is plugged
into the power outlet Check power
source Replace batteries
Cannot zero the
display or will not
zero when turned
on.
Load on scale exceeds allowable limits
Load on scale is not stable
Load cell damage
Remove load from the scale
Wait for load to become stable
Service required