Charder MS-3500 User manual

MS 3500
Infant Scale
USER MANUAL
Please keep the instruction manual at hand all the time for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE.....................................................................................................3
GENERAL INFORMATION.......................................................................3
INTENDED USE .........................................................................................3
SAFETY INSTRUCTION ...........................................................................3
ENVIRONMENTAL....................................................................................4
CLEANING..................................................................................................4
MAINTENANCE.........................................................................................5
WEIGHING OPERATION ..........................................................................5
WARRANTY-LIABILITY...........................................................................5
DISPOSING OF THE SCALE.....................................................................6
EXPLANATION OF THE GRAPHIC SYMBOLS..................................... 7
EMC GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER'S DECLARATION ............ 8
SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................13
POWER ADAPTOR STANDARDS..........................................................14
KEY FUNCTIONS.....................................................................................15
SCALE ASSEMBLY.................................................................................. 16
INSTRUCTION FOR REPLACING BATTERY ......................................18
POWER SUPPLY BYAC ADAPTOR ...................................................... 20
ASSEMBLING BABY HEITHT ROD......................................................21
ERROR MESSAGE................................................................................... 22
TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................23

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PREFACE
Thank you for choosing CHARDER MEDICAL product. All features of this
product were designed to state of the art and are optimized for simple and
straightforward use. If you have any queries or experience any problems
not addressed in the operating instructions, please contact your
CHARDER MEDICAL service partner, or visit us on the Internet at
www.chardermedical.com
GENERAL INFORMATION
We strongly recommend you use the scales on flat and hard surface. Any
soft surface, like carpet will cause inaccuracy.
INTENDED USE
This scale is used to determine weight of patients who are supported by
professional personnel in rooms intended for carrying out health care. The
weighing value can be read off after a stable weighing value has been
obtained. Before any use, the scale must be checked for correct condition
by the authorized person.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Before putting the device into use, please read with care the
information given in the Operating Instructions. They contain important
instructions for installation, proper use and maintenance of the device.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for damages arising out of failure to
heed the following instructions:
These batteries should be kept away from small children. If swallowed,
promptly seek medical assistance.
Expected Service Life: 5 years

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When using electrical components under increased safety requirements,
always comply with the appropriate regulations.
Improper installation will render the warranty null and void.
Ensure the voltage marked on the power supply unit matches your mains
power supply.
This device is designed for use indoors.
Observe the permissible ambient temperatures for use
The device meets the requirements for electromagnetic compatibility. Do not
exceed the maximum values specified in the applicable standards.
If you have any problem, contact your local CHARDER MEDICAL service
partner.
ENVIRONMENTAL
All batteries contain toxic compounds; disposal of batteries should be
delegated to a competent organisation, complying with the deposit of
Poisonous Waste Regulation 1972.
Please do not incinerate batteries.
The optimum operating temperature for the scale is 5℃to +35℃; although it
will operate at higher and lower temperatures the scales battery life will be
adversely effected.
CLEANING
We would recommend using alcohol based wipes or similar when cleaning the
scales.
Please do not use large amounts of water when cleaning the scales as this will
cause damage to the scales electronics, you should also refrain from using
corrosive liquids or high pressure washers.
Always disconnect the scales from the mains power supply before cleaning.

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MAINTENANCE
The scale does not require any routine maintenance. However, we recommend
checking the scale’s accuracy at regular intervals. The regularity of these
checks is dependent on the level of use and the state of the scale. If any
inaccuracies occur, please contact your local dealer or CHARDER MEDICAL
service partner.
WEIGHING OPERATION
Before reading detailed instructions on how to use all the weighing functions
that are built into your scale, please read the following important guidelines:
Always be sure that the display shows `Zero` before use, if it does not then
please press the ZERO key.
The Professional Medical scale is designed to detect when a stable weight is
achieved, the indicator will `beep` twice to indicate a stable weight value, your
reading should be taken at this point.
WARRANTY-LIABILITY
If a fault or defect is present on receipt of the unit which is within CHARDER
MEDICAL’s scope of responsibility, CHARDER shall have the right to either
repair the fault or supply a replacement unit. Replaced parts shall be the
property of CHARDER. Should the fault repairs or replacement delivery not be
successful, the statutory provisions shall be valid. The period of warranty shall
be two years, beginning on the date of purchase. Please retain your receipt as
proof of purchase. Should your scale require servicing, please contact your
dealer or CHARDER MEDICAL Customer Service.
No responsibility shall be accepted for damage caused through any of the
following reasons: Unsuitable or improper storage or use, incorrect installation
or commissioning by the owner or third parties, natural wear, changes or

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modifications, incorrect or negligent handling , overuse, chemical,
electrochemical or electrical interference or humidity, unless this is attributable
to negligence on the part of CHARDER MEDICAL.
If operating, climatic or any other influences lead to a major change in
conditions or material quality, the treaty for perfect unit functioning shall be
rendered null and void. If CHARDER provides and individual warranty, this
means that the unit supplied will be free of faults for the length of the warranty
period.
DISPOSING OF THE SCALE
This product is not to be treated as regular household waste, but should be
handed in to an electrical/electronic equipment recycling centre.
You can obtain further details from your local council, your municipal waste
disposal company or the firm which you purchased the product

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EXPLANATION OF THE GRAPHIC SYMBOLS
SN-T13000001
Designation of the serial number of
every device, applied at the device.
(Number as an example)
“Please note the accompanying
documents“
or “Observe operating instructions”
Charder Electronic Co., Ltd.
No.103, Guozhong Rd., Dali Dist.,
Taichung City 412, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Identification of manufacturer of
medical product including address
Type B applied part
Carefully read this operation manual
before setup and commissioning,
even if you are already familiar with
Charder scales.

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EMC GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER'S DECLARATION
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic emissions
The MEDICAL SCALE MS 3500 is intended for use in the electromagnetic
environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the MEDICAL SCALE MS 3500 should assure that it is
used in such an environment.
Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic
environment-guidance
RF emissions CISPR 11 Group 1 The MEDICAL SCALE MS 3500
uses RF energy only for its
internal function. Therefore, its
RF emissions are very low and
are not likely to cause any
interference in nearby electronic
equipment.
RF emissions CISPR 11 Class B The MEDICAL SCALE MS 3500
is suitable for use in all
establishments, including
domestic establishments and
those directly connected to the
public low-voltage power supply
network that supplies buildings
used for domestic purposes.
Harmonic emissions IEC
61000-3-2
Class A
Voltage fluctuations
/flicker emissions IEC
61000-3-3
Compliance
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic immunity
The MEDICAL SCALE MS 3500 is intended for use in the electromagnetic
environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the MEDICAL SCALE MS 3500 should assure that it is
used in such an environment.
Immunity test
IEC 60601 test
level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment-guidance

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Electrostatic
discharge(ESD)
IEC 61000-4-2
±8 kV contact
±2 kV, ±4 kV,
±8 kV, ±15 kV
air
± 6 kV contact
± 8 kV air
Floors should be wood,
concrete or ceramic tile.
If floors are covered with
synthetic material, the
relative humidity should
be at least 30%
Electrical fast
transient/burst
IEC 61000-4-4
± 2kV for power
supply lines +
1kV for
input/output
lines
± 2kV for power
supply lines Not
applicable
Mains power quality
should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital
environment.
Surge IEC
61000-4-5
± 1kV line(s) to
line(s) ± 2kV
line(s) to earth
± 1kV differential
mode Not
applicable
Mains power quality
should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital
environment.
Voltage Dips,
short
interruptions
and voltage
variations on
power supply
input lines IEC
61000-4-11
0% UT for 0,5
cycle
0% UT for 1
cycle
70% UT(30%
dip in UT) for 25
cycles
0% UT for 5 s
<5% UT(>95%
dip in UT) for 0,5
cycle 40%
UT(60% dip in
UT) for 5 cycles
70% UT(30%
dip in UT) for 25
cycles <5%
UT(>95% dip in
UT) for 5 s
Mains power quality
should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital
environment. If the user
of the MEDICAL SCALE
MS 3500 requires
continued operation
during power mains
interruptions, it is
recommended that the
MEDICAL SCALE MS
3500 be powered from
an uninterruptible power
supply or a battery.
Power
frequency(50/60
Hz) magnetic
field IEC
61000-4-8
30 A/m
3 A/m The MEDICAL SCALE
MS 3500 power
frequency magnetic
fields should be at levels
characteristic of a typical
location in a typical
commercial or hospital
environment.
NOTE UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.