Detecto 8463 User manual

MODEL 8463
BABY SCALE
Operation Manual
CARDINAL SCALE MFG. CO.
8535-0232-0M Rev A PO BOX 151
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WEBB CITY, MO 64870
12/13 PH
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417
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673-4631
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FAX
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417
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673-5001
www.detectoscale.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5
CARE AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
ERROR AND STATUS MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
COPYRIGHT
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pictorial content, in any manner, is prohibited. No patent liability is assumed with respect to
the use of the information contained herein.
DISCLAIMER
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 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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INTRODUCTION
The Model 8463 Baby Scale is a 15kg capacity digital baby scale. The scale is equipped with
a collapsible baby tray for easy storage.
This manual contains information on the operation of this scale. Please read it before
attempting to use the scale and keep it handy for future reference.
FEATURES
Collapsible baby tray for easy storage
Weight Hold Display
Tare
Weight Percentile Calculation
Large power saving LCD display
Auto-Off during battery power
Low battery indicator
Capacity: 15kg
Graduations: 0kg to 7.5kg x 5g, 7.5kg to15kg x 10g
Accuracy: ±2.5g (0-2.5kg), ±5g (2.5kg -7.5kg), ±10g (7.5kg – 15kg)
Power: 9 volts DC supplied by six 1.5 volt AA size batteries or optional AC adapter.
Product dimension: 566mm x 350mm x 144mm
Product weight: 3.3 kg

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SETUP
Unpacking
Before beginning installation of your scale, make certain the instrument has been received in
good condition. When removing the scale from its packing, inspect it for signs of damage,
such as exterior dents and scratches. Keep the carton and packing material for return
shipment if it should become necessary. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to file all
claims for any damages or loss incurred during transit.
1. Remove the scale from the shipping carton and inspect it for any signs of damage.
2. Plug-in the optional AC adapter or install six AA size batteries as shown below.
Optional AC Adapter
To apply power to the scale using optional AC adapter (not included), insert the plug from the
AC adapter cable into the power adapter jack at the rear of the scale and then plug the AC
adapter into the proper electrical outlet.
Optional Battery Power
The scale can use six AA size batteries (not included). If you wish to operate the scale from
batteries, you must first obtain and install the batteries as shown in the battery holder at the
bottom of the scale.
Power Adapter Jack
Battery Holder
6 AA Size

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SETUP, CONTINUED
1. Place scale on flat, stable surface.
2. Unfold tray until it snaps together.
3. Remove screws form each side of scale.
4. Unfold tray brackets. From rear of scale slide tray in track on each side of scale until
screw holes in bracket align with holes on sides of scale.
5. Fasten tray to scale by re-installing the two screws.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Keys
+ / T Increase Value
Tare
Press to increase the input value.
Press for Tare in weighing mode.
WP / Esc Weight Percentile
Escape / Cancel
Press to enter weight percentile calculation mode.
Press to cancel input value.
- / Hold Decrease Value
Hold
Press to decrease the input value.
Press to hold / release displayed weight.
Power
Enter
Press to turn scale on and off.
Press to enter or confirm input value.
Display
NET Net weight, Tare function in use
HOLD Hold function in use
MONTH Baby month
Male icon Female icon
< Percentile value
- Negative value
0Weight at zero
~ Weight stable

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OPERATION
Weighing
1. Make sure that nothing is on the scale platform.
2. Press key.
3. The software version followed by full screen display will appear. Scale will then display
0.000 kgalong with ~ and 0once a stable zero weight is established.
4. Place the baby on the tray and the weight will be displayed.
DO NOT LEAVE BABY UNATTENDED ON BABY TRAY.
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CONTINUAL CONTROL OF BABY BEING
WEIGHED CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY SHOULD BABY FALL
FROM SCALE.
Hold Weight Display
1. When the baby’s weight is displayed, press the - / Hold key once to hold the weight on
the display. Remove the baby form the scale. The weight will continued to be displayed.
2. After recording the displayed weight, press the - / Hold key once to release the weight
display and return to weighing mode.
Tare Function
Tare allows for the scale to weigh accurately with additional items on the scale such as
blanket or towel.
1. In the weighing mode place the item (e.g. blanket) on the scale. The item weight will be
displayed.
2. Press the + / Tkey. NET and 0.000 kg weight will appear on the display.
3. Place the baby on the scale with the item (e.g. blanket) the weight of the baby will be
displayed.
4. When the baby and the item are removed the scale will display a negative weight.
5. Press + / T to exit Tare function

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WEIGHT PERCENTILE
Weight Percentile reflects body weight relative to age and gender, and is influenced by recent
changes in growth, health, or nutritional status. The percentile compares a child’s weight to
other children and indicates what percentage of children of the same age and gender weigh
less than the child being weighed.
For example, a 30 month old boy who is in the 30th weight percentile weighs more than 30% of
other children his age, while 70% of children weigh more. This usually means he is smaller
than average, but may not indicate any health problems. Concerns should be referred to a
professional healthcare provider.
WEIGHT PERCENTILE CALCULATION
1. In the weighing mode press WP / Esc.
2. Press + / T or - / Hold to adjust age form 1 to 36 months.
3. Press to confirm or press WP / Esc to return to weighing mode.
4. Press + / T or - / Hold to adjust gender for male or female.
5. Press to confirm.
6. Place baby on scale. The weight will be shown, then the percentile. Weight and
percentile display will cycle three times, then return to weighing mode.
NOTE: <p3 will be displayed if the weight percentile is less than 3, and
P97< will be displayed if the weight percentile is greater than 97.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Do not disassemble the scale, other than replacing the battery it contains no user
serviceable parts.
2. Remove batteries if the scales is not to be used for extended period of time.
3. Damage to the scale may occur as a result of improper handling. Avoid excessive impact
or vibration to the scale such as dropping it.
4. Clean the scale with a lightly dampened cloth. Do not use solvents or immerse in water.
ERROR AND STATUS MESSAGES
Display Meaning
UStb Unstable Make sure scale is on flat, stable surface
Err0 Initial zero is too large. Remove all weight from scale.
Err2 Overload Remove all weight immediately to prevent permanent damage
Err3 Scale has an initialization problem.
EEP EEPROM Error
NoCAL Calibration Error
Bat
or Displayed when the battery voltage has dropped too low for accurate
weighing. Remove the old battery and replace with a new battery before
continuing operation.
TECH SUPPORT & SERVICE
DETECTO
Units 17/18 Mercers Road
Chapel Pond Hill
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk,
England, IP32 7HX
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: sa[email protected]

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