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CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
To prevent injury and damage to your scale, please follow these instructions very
carefully.
Assemble and operate the scale per the enclosed user instructions.
Do not transport the scale with any weight on the platform.
Do not exceed weight limit of 1000 lb / 454 kg for this scale.
For accurate weighing, this scale must be placed on a flat, stable surface.
For accurate weighing, verify before each use the proper operation
according to the procedure described in this manual.
Do not use in the presence of flammable or explosive materials.
For accurate weighing, if the battery icon indicates that the battery is low,
replace the batteries or switch to theAC adapter as soon as possible.
When replacing / inserting batteries, be sure to use all new batteries.
To prevent patient injury, the patient must be attended throughout the entire weighing
event. Caregivers should ensure that the patient is stable and provide support as
needed when getting onto and off of the scale.
Patient should wear socks or other form of lightweight foot covering during weighing
event.
Using the Scale with the Optional AC Adapter
Operate this scale exclusively with the AC adapter provided by Health o meter®
Professional. Use of an unspecified adapter will void the warranty and can pose
a serious safety hazard.
Operating this scale at voltages and frequencies other than specified can
damage the equipment and will void the warranty.
Prior to using this scale, inspect the AC adapter cord for cracking /
fraying, and for broken / bent plug prongs.
Prior to using this scale, ensure that the AC adapter is plugged into an
outlet with the rated voltage appropriate for operation.
Ensure that the AC adapter outlet is wired to a circuit breaker or other
protected power source.
Unplug the AC adapter, and carefully store both the adapter and adapter
cord before moving the scale.
Ensure that theAC adapter and scale do not come in contact with liquids,
excessive temperature, or excessive humidity.
If the scale is being connected to another medical device, the power
adapter must not be used. Disconnect the power adapter from the scale
and use only the battery power.