Cardinal PD150 User manual

ProDoc BFA Series
Digital Physician Scale
with Body Fat Analysis
PD150
PD350
PD350DHR
(Digital Height Rod)
and
PD350MHR
(Mechanical Height Rod)
Owner’s Manual
CARDINAL SCALE MFG. CO.
0044-M380-O1 Rev A PO Box 151 yWebb City, MO 64870
02/12 Ph: 417-673-4631 yFax: 417-673-5001
www.detectoscale.com
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Technical Support: Ph: 866-254-8261 y[email protected]
Technical Support: Ph: 866-254-8261 y[email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ......……………………………………………………………………………. 1
SPECIFICATIONS ………………………………………………………………………………. 1
NOTES ON SAFETY ...........……………………………………………………………………. 3
EDUCATION INFORMATION ….…………………………………………………………….… 5
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .……………………………………………………………………. 9
PD150 …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10
Unpacking ……………………………………………………………………………………. 10
Assembly ……………………………………………………………………………………... 10
Quick Start ……………………………………………………………………………………. 10
Placing the Scale …………………………………………………………………………..… 11
Placing the Display ….……………………………………………………………………..… 11
Wall Mounting ……………………………………………………………………………. 11
Desk or Table Mounting …………………………………………………………………. 13
PD350 …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14
Unpacking ....…………………………………………………………………………………. 14
Assembly ..………………………….………….…………………………………………...... 15
Placing the Scale …………………………………………………………………………..… 16
Quick Start ………………………………………………………………………………….… 16
PD350DHR ..……………………………………………………………………………………... 17
Digital Height Rod Installation ……………………………………………………………… 17
PD350MHR ...…………………………………………………………………………………….. 19
Mechanical Height Rod Installation ………………………………………………………… 19
BATTERY OPERATION ...…………...…………….…………………………………………… 21
Installation/Replacement .………………….……………………………………………..… 21
Low Battery …………………………………………………………………………………… 22
Automatic Shutoff ……………………………………………………………………….…… 22
Sleep Mode …………………………………………………………………………………… 22
OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTOR .……….………………………………………………… 22
OPERATION …………………………………….……………………………………………..… 23
Keypad Functions ………………………….………………………………………………… 23
Annunciators ……………………………….………………………………………………… 25
Weighing Only .…..…………………………………………………………………………… 27
Hold Function ............................................................................................................... 28
Tare Function ................................................................................................................ 28
Height Measuring Only with Digital Height Rod .................................................................. 29
Printing Function ........................................................................................................... 29
BMI Measure with Digital Height Rod .....….....………………………………………………… 30
BMI Measure with Mechanical Height Rod or No Height Rod .....….....…................................. 31
Body Fat and Total Body Water Estimation with Digital Height Rod .....…........................... 32
Body Fat and Total Body Water Estimation with Mechanical Height Rod or No Height Rod ..... 34
Memory and Recall Function ………..............……..……………………………………… 36
SETUP .........................................……………………………………………………………… 38
CALIBRATION ..……….………………………………………………………………………… 41
EVENT COUNTER ……………………………………………………………………………… 43
OUTPUT FORMATS .................................………………………………….………………… 44
PROBLEM-SOLVING ….........................……………………………………………………… 45
CARE AND MAINTENANCE …...……………………………………………………………… 45
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Proper Disposal
When this device reaches the end of its useful life, it must be properly disposed of. It must not be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Within the European Union, this device should be
returned to the distributor from where it was purchased for proper disposal. This is in
accordance with EU Directive 2002/96/EC. Within North America, the device should be
disposed of in accordance with the local laws regarding the disposal of waste electrical and
electronic equipment.
It is everyone’s responsibility to help maintain the environment and to reduce
the effects of hazardous substances contained in electrical and electronic
equipment on human health. Please do your part by making certain that the
device is properly disposed of. The symbol shown to the right indicates that
this device must not be disposed of in unsorted municipal waste programs.
FCC Compliance Statement
WARNING! This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency and if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user will be
responsible to take whatever measures necessary to correct the interference.
You may find the booklet "How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems"
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful. It is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Request stock No. 001-000-00315-4.
All rights reserved. Reproduction or use, without expressed written permission, of editorial or
pictorial content, in any manner, is prohibited. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the
use of the information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the
preparation of this manual, the Seller assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither
is any liability assumed for damages resulting from use of the information contained herein. All
instructions and diagrams have been checked for accuracy and ease of application; however,
success and safety in working with tools depend to a great extent upon the individual’s accuracy,
skill and caution. For this reason the Seller is not able to guarantee the result of any procedure
contained herein. Nor can they assume responsibility for any damage to property or injury to
persons occasioned from the procedures. Persons engaging the procedures do so entirely at
their own risk.
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RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE USE
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Purchased From_____________________
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Date of Purchase ____________________
Serial Number_______________________
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INTRODUCTION
The Detecto ProDoc BFA Series Digital Physician Scale with Body Fat Analysis is designed and
manufactured in a facility certified ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environment, OHSAS 18001
Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO 13485 Medical Devices Quality Management
System. The scale uses the method of Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) to estimate body
fat, total body water, bone mass and muscle mass. It sends a harmless amount of electricity into
the body, then estimates from the measured impedance of the body, the percentage of total
body water, percentage body fat, percentage bone mass and percentage muscle mass. The
body fat scale is also equipped with an “Athlete Mode” for athletes whose body build is different
from non-athletes.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using your scale and keep it handy for future
reference. It contains important instructions for installation and proper operation of your scale.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number ………………… PD150 (Floor Scale with Remote Display)
PD350 (Eye-Level Scale)
PD350DHR (Eye-Level Scale with Digital Height Rod)
PD350MHR (Eye-Level Scale with Mechanical Height Rod)
Capacity ..................................... 0-220 lb x 0.1 lb (0-100 kg x 50g)
220-550 lb x 0.2 lb (100-250 kg x 100g)
Weight Units ......………………… Pounds or Kilograms (selectable)
Power Requirements …………… Six (6) “AA” size Alkaline batteries (not included) OR an
optional Medical device 9V AC/DC wall plug-in adapter
(Cardinal part number PD-AC, includes USA plug). Also
available UK plug (PD-UKPLUG) or EU plug (PD-EUPLUG).
Output Power for
Body Fat Analyzer ...................... 300uA
Display …………………………… Five digit, seven segment, 1.2 inch (29 mm) high LCD
Operation Temperature ………… 50 to 104 ºF (+10 to +40 ºC)
Keypad …..............……………… 10-Key Numeric, ON/OFF, MODE/ENTER/HEIGHT,
LOCK/RELEASE, PRINT/UNITS, 0/ZERO, 1/TARE,
SRECALL and TSTORE
Dimensions
PD150 Display ..……..........
Base ……………....
PD350 ……………………….
PD350MHR …………………
PD350DHR ………...............
5.25” H x 7.87” W x 2.125” D (134 mm x 200 mm x 54 mm)
3.33” H x 12.5” W x 13.0” D (85 mm x 318 mm x 330 mm)
48.0” H x 12.6” W x 17.0” D (1219 mm x 320 mm x 433 mm)
48.0” H x 14.0” W x 17.0” D (1219 mm x 354 mm x 433 mm)
48.0” H x 14.0” W x 17.0” D (1219 mm x 354 mm x 433 mm)
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SPECIFICATIONS, CONT.
yBioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technology for body fat and total body water
percentage, bone mass and muscle mass estimation
ySimple weighing function
yHeight measurement (available on models equipped with height rod)
yAthlete (for age 18 or above) or Normal mode selection
yEstimation mode selection
yBody fat and total body water level indicator
yBMI calculation
y4-user memories and recall function
yZero function
yTare function
yHold function
ySleep function
yLow battery indicator
yAvailable with or without height rod
yLevel indicator and adjustable feet
yBody fat and total body water graduation: 0.1%
yMuscle mass and bone mass graduation: 0.1%
yAge range from 10 to 99 years
yHeight range: 110 to 200cm (for height rod measurement); 60 to 240cm (for manual input)
yHeight graduation: 0.1cm
yBody fat range: 4 to 50%
yAccuracy of weight measurement: ±0.05kg(2-50kg), ±0.1kg(50-200kg),
±0.15kg(200-220kg)
ySerial Port (to be used with printers only)
yUSB Port (to interface with a PC only)
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NOTES ON SAFETYNOTES ON SAFETY
Please read this section carefully to familiarize yourself with features and operations
before using the unit.
Please read this section carefully to familiarize yourself with features and operations
before using the unit.
xThe warning signs and the sample icons shown here are listed in order for you to use this
product safely and correctly as well as to prevent product damage, risk and injury to you and
others.
xThe warning signs and the sample icons shown here are listed in order for you to use this
product safely and correctly as well as to prevent product damage, risk and injury to you and
others.
xThe icons and meanings are as follows:xThe icons and meanings are as follows:
PRECAUTION NOTICEPRECAUTION NOTICE Indicate the right condition to use the product and
prevent damage, risk and injury.
Indicate the right condition to use the product and
prevent damage, risk and injury.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USERS Indicate the important notice users should read
before using the product.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Indicate matters in which the possibility of damage
may happen as a result of incorrect handling and
improper maintenance.
INTENDED USE
This scale is intended to measure body weight and impedance and estimate percentage of
body fat and body water, bone mass and muscle mass using BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance
Analysis). It is intended for use by healthy children 10-17 years old and healthy adults with
active, moderately active and inactive lifestyles for body composition assessment.
PRECAUTION NOTICE
¾Do not use the scale on subjects who have body implants such as pacemaker, artificial
limbs, contraceptive devices, metal plates or screws. It may cause the devices to
malfunction or produce an inaccurate result. When in doubt, please consult your physician
.
¾Do not disassemble the scale as incorrect handling may cause injury.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USERS
xThis product is intended for adults and children (ages 10 to 85).
xUse on a firm and flat surface.
xMake sure to use only the type of battery stated or the required adaptor.
xTo reconnect the power, please wait until the LCD is completely powered off after
disconnecting the power.
xMove all weight off the platform before measurement.
xThe "Athlete" mode is only applied to age 18 or above.
xBody fat percentage estimates will vary with the amount of water in the body, and can be
affected by dehydration or over-hydration due to such factors as alcohol consumption,
menstruation, illness, intense exercise, etc.
xDo not use on pregnant women. The result is inaccurate and effects on the fetus are
unknown.
xFor body fat and body water estimates, always weigh in bare feet.
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EDUCATION INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO KNOW BEFORE USING YOUR BODY FAT SCALE
Before using the scale, you should know...
1. Why is it important to monitor percentage body fat (%BF)?
The absolute weight traditionally determines whether or not a person is obese. Weight
change in itself does not indicate whether it was the weight of body fat or muscle that had
changed. In weight management, it is desirable that muscle mass be maintained while body
fat is lost. Thus, monitoring the percentage of fat in the body is an important step toward
successful weight management and body health.
The optimal %BF of an individual varies according to age and gender. The tables below may
be used as a guide:
Standard for Men
(Source: University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago, USA)
Rating Age
20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+
Low <13 <14 <16 <17 <18
Optimal 14-20 15-21 17-23 18-24 19-25
Moderate 21-23 22-24 24-26 25-27 26-28
High > 23 >24 >26 >27 >28
Standard for Women
(Source: University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago, USA)
Rating Age
20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+
Low <19 <20 <21 <22 <23
Optimal 20-28 21-29 22-30 23-31 24-32
Moderate 29-31 30-32 31-33 32-33 33-35
High > 31 >32 >33 >34 >35
2. How is percentage body fat (%BF) estimated?
The percentage of BF is measured by a method called Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA).
The use of BIA to estimate body fat has been pioneered since the seventies. It was only in the
past decade that the estimation of body fat using BIA technology was successfully offered to
the consumer as a compact bathroom scale. With BIA technology, a low intensity electrical
signal is sent through the body. The signal is very low and causes no bodily harm.
Depending on the amount of body fat of the individual, the electrical signal will flow with a
different degree of difficulty. The difficulty with which a signal flows through the body is called
electrical impedance. Hence, by measuring the electrical impedance and applying to the data
a proprietary algorithm, %BF can be estimated. Please note that the percentage of body fat
and body water will not add up to 100%.
Please be reminded that the %BF estimated with the scale represents only a
good approximation of your actual body fat. There exist clinical methods of
estimating body fat that can be ordered by your physician.
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3. Why is it important to monitor percentage Total Body Water (%TBW) in the body?
Water is an essential component of the body and its level is one of the health indicators.
Water makes up approximately between 50-70% of the body's weight. It is present
proportionally more in lean tissue compared to fat tissue. Water is a medium for biochemical
reactions that regulate body functions. Waste products are carried in water from cells for
excretion in urine and sweat. Water provides form to cells; helps to maintain body
temperature; provides moisture to skin and mucosa; cushions vital organs; lubricates joints
and is a component of many body fluids. The amount of water in the body fluctuates with the
hydration level of the body and state of health. Monitoring the level of body water can be a
useful tool for one's health maintenance. Similar to body fat estimation, the %TBW function
provided in this scale is based on BIA.
The estimated %TBW may vary according to your hydration level, that is, how much water
you have drunk or how much you have sweated immediately prior to the estimation. For
better accuracy, avoid fluctuation in hydration level prior to the estimation. The accuracy of
the scale in estimating TBW will also decrease with individuals suffering from diseases that
tend to accumulate water in the body.
The optimal %TBW of an individual varies according to age and gender. The table below may
be used as a guide:
(Source: University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago, USA)
%BF Range Optimal % TBW Range
4 to 14% 70 to 63%
15 to 21% 63 to 57%
22 to 24% 57 to 55%
Men
25% and over 55 to 37%
4 to 20% 70 to 58%
21 to 29% 58 to 52%
30 to 32% 52 to 49%
Women
33% and over 49 to 37%
Please be reminded that the %TBW estimated with the scale represents only a
good approximation of your TBW. There exist clinical methods of estimating
total body water that can be ordered by your physician.
4. When should I use the scale’s body fat and total body water functions?
For maximum accuracy and repeatability, it is recommended that the scale's body fat and total
body water functions be used at approximately the same time of the day, e.g. before breakfast
in the morning. It is also a good practice to avoid swings in hydration level of the body prior to
the measurement. Establishing your own baseline value of %BF and %TBW and track their
changes is better than merely comparing your %BF and %TBW value to the population's
normal value.
5. Why is the Athlete Mode necessary in a Body Fat Analyzer?
It has been found that body fat estimation using BIA could overestimate the percentage body
fat of adult elite athletes. The physiological variation of athletes in bone density and level of
hydration are two of the reasons said to account for the difference.
The Athlete mode is selectable only for adults of 15 years of age or older.
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