Seca 882 Instruction Manual

Instruction manual and guarantee
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seca 882
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1. Congratulations!
In the seca 882/seca pragma 883 elec-
tronic personal scale you have purchased
a highly-accurate piece of equipment
which is also sturdy, easy to look after and
space-saving.
seca has been putting its experience at
the service of health for over 150 years,
and as market leader in many countries of
the world, is always setting new standards
with its innovative weighing and measuring
developments.
A patented system allows seca electronic
personal scales to determine weight more
accurately than ever before. They have a
number of supplementary functions in
addition to the conventional determination
of weight.
For example, by taking height into ac-
count, they can help determine and
achieve your personal ideal weight and
check how close you are to your target
weight.
For use in orthopaedics, limit values can
be set for strain. An acoustic signal pro-
vides warning of excessive strain.
The Pre-Tare function automatically de-
ducts an additional weight and displays
the result.
2. Safety
Before using the new scale, please take a little time to read the following safety instruc-
tions.
•seca 882/seca pragma 883 electronic
personal scales are designed for private
use and for use in public institutions.
• Follow the instructions in the instruc-
tions for use.
• Use only the type of battery stated (see
„Changing the batteries“ on Page 32).
• Do not drop the scale or subject it to
violent shocks.
• Route the cable between the weighing
platform and the housing so that there
is no risk of people tripping over it.
• Ensure that the cable is not crushed
and does not come into contact with
hot objects.
• Have repairs carried out only by author-
ised persons.
3. Before you start …
Unpacking
– Remove the packaging and place the
scale on a firm, level surface.
The scope of supply includes:
• scale with display casing
• wall bracket
• desk-top stand
• batteries in holder
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Desk-top stand
– Position the desk-top stand on the dis-
play casing from underneath.
The broad side must be located at the
top of the display. The desk-top stand
locks in position.
– Place the display casing on a desk-top.
Wall bracket
– Place the desk-top stand on the display
casing from underneath.
The narrow side must be located at
the top of the display. The desk-top
stand locks in position.
– Fit the wall bracket to the wall at the de-
sired height.
– Push the display casing onto the wall
bracket.
Power supply
The scale is powered exclusively by batteries. The scale works independently of the
mains, which is very handy for mobile use.
The LC display has a low power consumption – 80.000 weighing operations can be per-
formed with one set of batteries. When the battery voltage is no longer adequate, bAtt
appears in the display.
– Carefully turn over the scale so that the
base of the scale is accessible.
– Push the battery compartment closure
towards “Battery” and open the cover.
– Connect the cable to the holder and
batteries.
– Place the holder in the battery com-
partment.
– Close the cover and then turn the scale
back up the right way.
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4. Operation
Controls and displays
The controls and display are in a casing separate from the scale. This casing is connected
to the weighing platform by a 3-metre cable.
Switch scale on and off
press briefly sswitch between kg and lbs
hold down sswitch between kg and sts
in function menu sincrease value, scroll
press briefly sactivate hold function
hold down sset display to zero
in function menu sdecrease value, scroll
Menu select, confirm, set damping system
Memories
seca 882 seca pragma 883
FU 1 Body-Mass-Index (BMI) Body-Mass-Index (BMI)
FU 2 Limit value Broca ideal weight
FU 3 Pre-Tare Target weight
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Correct weighing
– Press the Start key.
se(a, 8.8.8.8.8. and 0.00 appear consec-
utively in the display. The scale is then au-
tomatically set to zero and ready to use
– If necessary, switch the weight display
(see Page 23).
– Stand on the scale and keep still.
– Read the weighing result off the digital
display.
– If a load greater than 200 kg, 440 lbs or
31 sts is placed on the scale, St0P ap-
pears in the display.
– To switch off the scale, press the Start
key again.
Information about weighing
• Ideally weigh yourself daily, always at
the same time and wearing similar
clothes (e.g. when you get up in the
morning).
• Make a note of your weight for several
days running (e.g. a week).
• At the end of the week, add all the
weights together and divide the total by
the number of days.
Calculating your average weight over
several days takes account of normal
weight fluctuations. These fluctuations
arise as a result of the accumulation or
loss of water, e.g. after sport. They do
not represent true weight loss or gain.
Calculating a weekly average weight
evens out these fluctuations.
Example:
Sunday: 88,0 kg
Monday: 87,8 kg
Tuesday: 88,2 kg
Wednesday: 88,2 kg
Thursday: 88,6 kg
Friday: 88,4 kg
Saturday: 88,2 kg
617,4 kg : 7 = 88,2 kg average weight
for the week
617,4 kg
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Switching the weight display
The weight display can be switched between kilogrammes (kg) and pounds (lbs) or be-
tween kilogrammes (kg) and stones (sts).
– Switch on the scale using the green
Start key. Weight is initially displayed in
the last setting selected.
– To switch the weight display between
kilogrammes and pounds, press the
kg/lbs/sts key
– The kg or lbs display lights up.
– To switch weight display between
pounds and stones, hold down the
kg/lbs/sts key for approx. 2 seconds.
– The lbs or sts display lights up.
Automatic switch-off/economy mode
The scale switches off automatically after 5 minutes.
5. Supplementary functions
The seca 882 and seca pragma 883 electronic personal scales have a number of sup-
plementary functions in addition to the conventional determination of weight.
seca 882 seca pragma 883
FU 1 Body-Mass-Index (BMI) Body-Mass-Index (BMI)
FU 2 Limit value Broca ideal weight
FU 3 Pre-Tare Target weight
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Body-Mass-Index (BMI)
Body Mass Index relates height and weight to one another, but provides more accurate
information than Broca ideal weight. A tolerance range is given which is considered ideal
for health. The Body Mass Index applies only to adults: these values are not relevant to
children and young people.
Three heights can be stored.
– Press the Start key.
se(a, 8.8.8.8.8. and 0.00 appear con-
secutively in the display. The scale is
then automatically set to zero and
ready for operation.
– Press the FUNC key.
The last function used appears in the
display.
– Use the arrow keys to select the BMI
function, FU 1. Activate the function by
pressing the FUNC key again.
An arrow on the left-hand side of the
display indicates which memory is set.
– Use the arrow keys to select the mem-
ory where you want to store your height
- or have possibly already stored it.
– Then press FUNC. You will see the
height from the memory displayed.
– You can use the arrow keys to adjust
the value in increments according to
the graduations displayed.
– Once the correct value is set, press the
FUNC key again. The BMI function is
now activated
– Step on the scale and keep still.
– Read off the BMI on the digital display
and compare it with the categories on
Page 25.
– Press an arrow key if you would like to
see the weight briefly.
– To return to normal weighing mode,
press the FUNC key.
– To switch off the scale, press the Start
key again
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Evaluating Body Mass Index:
Compare the value determined with the categories shown below.
•BMI below 18:
Be careful - you weigh too little. You could have anorexic tendencies. It is recommend-
ed that you gain weight to improve well-being and performance. If in doubt, consult a
doctor.
•BMI between 18 and 20:
You are at the lower weight limit. If you feel well and your health is fine, your weight can
stay as it is.
•BMI between 20 and 25:
Your weight is normal, you can stay as you are.
•BMI between 25 and 30:
You are slightly to moderately overweight. You should lose weight if you are already ill
(e.g. with diabetes, high blood pressure, gout, fat metabolism disorders).
•BMI over 30:
You must lose weight. You are putting a strain on your metabolism, cardiovascular sys-
tem and bones. A strict diet, plenty of exercise and behavioural training are recom-
mended. If in doubt, consult a doctor.
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Deviation from ideal weight (seca pragma 883 only)
If you are unsure as to whether your weight complies with medical recommendations, it
is possible to check. There is a simple formula for calculating normal and ideal weight. The
“Broca formula” (named after a French surgeon) incorporates height.
Normal weight = height in cm - 100; ideal weight = normal weight - 10 %
The seca pragma 883 stores the formula for ideal weight.
– Press the Start key.
se(a, 8.8.8.8.8. and 0.00 appear con-
secutively in the display. The scale is
then automatically set to zero and
ready for operation.
– Press the FUNC key.
The last function used appears in the
display.
– Use the arrow keys to select function
FU 2. Activate the function by pressing
the FUNC key again.
An arrow on the left-hand side of the
display indicates which memory is set.
– Use the arrow keys to select the mem-
ory where you want to store your height
- or have possibly already stored it.
– Then press FUNC.
You will see the height from the memo-
ry displayed
– You can use the arrow keys to adjust
the value in increments according to
the graduations displayed.
– Once the correct value is set, press the
FUNC key again.
– Step on the scale and keep still.
– Read the difference between current
and ideal weight off the digital display.
– Press an arrow key if you would like to
see current weight briefly.
– To return to normal weighing mode,
press the FUNC key.
– To switch off the scale, press the Start
key again.
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Weighing with Pre-Tare (seca 882 only)
If the Pre-Tare function is activated, a stored weight is deducted from the currently-
measured weight. This function is useful if, for example, the weight of clothing is not to be
included.
Three different tare weights can be stored.
– Press the Start key.
se(a, 8.8.8.8.8. and 0.00 appear con-
secutively in the display. The scale is
then automatically set to zero and
ready for operation.
– Press the FUNC key.
The last function used appears in the
display.
– Use the arrow keys to select function
FU 3. Activate the function by pressing
the FUNC key again.
An arrow on the left-hand side of the
display indicates which memory is se
– Use the arrow keys to select the mem-
ory where you want to store the addi-
tional weight - or have possibly already
stored it.
– Then press FUNC. You will see the limit
value from the memory displayed.
– You can use the arrow keys to adjust
the value in increments according to
the graduations displayed.
– Once the correct value is set, press the
FUNC key again.
The Pre-Tare function is now activated.
– Step on the scale and keep still.
– Read the weighing result off the digital
display.
– Press an arrow key if you would like to
see current weight briefly.
– To return to normal weighing mode,
press the FUNC key.
– To switch off the scale, press the Start
key again.
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Target weight (seca pragma 883 only)
If the target weight function is activated, a stored weight is deducted from the currently-
measured weight. This function is useful if, for example, you wish to achieve your personal
“ideal weight”. We recommend calculating your ideal weight first (see Page 26).
Three different tare weights can be stored.
– Press the Start key.
se(a, 8.8.8.8.8. and 0.00 appear con-
secutively in the display. The scale is
then automatically set to zero and
ready for operation.
– Press the FUNC key.
The last function used appears in the
display.
– Use the arrow keys to select function
FU 3. Activate the function by pressing
the FUNC key again.
An arrow on the left-hand side of the
display indicates which memory is se
– Use the arrow keys to select the mem-
ory where you want to store the addi-
tional weight - or have possibly already
stored it.
– Then press FUNC.
You will see the limit value from the
memory displayed.
– You can use the arrow keys to adjust
the value in increments according to
the graduations displayed.
– Once the correct value is set, press the
FUNC key again.
The Pre-Tare function is now activated.
– Step on the scale and keep still.
– Read the weighing result off the digital
display.
– To return to normal weighing mode,
press the FUNC key.
– To switch off the scale, press the Start
key again.
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Limit value (seca 882 only)
The seca 882 personal scale is designed to check strain on people who have difficulty in
walking or on patients after surgery on the locomotor system. A weight limit value can be
set. When attempts at walking are made on the weighing platform, an acoustic alarm in-
dicates that the strain limit has been exceeded. This avoids excessive strain and allows
strain to be monitored and gradually increased. Applications include orthopaedic depart-
ments and physiotherapy practices
Three different weight limits can be stored.
– Press the Start key.
se(a, 8.8.8.8.8. and 0.00 appear con-
secutively in the display. The scale is
then automatically set to zero and
ready for operation.
– Press the FUNC key.
The last function used appears in the
display.
– Use the arrow keys to select function
FU 2. Activate the limit value function
by pressing the FUNC key again
An arrow on the left-hand side of the
display indicates which memory is set.
– Use the arrow keys to select the de-
sired memory and press FUNC.
You will see the limit value from the
memory displayed.
– You can use the arrow keys to adjust
the value in increments according to
the graduations displayed.
– Once the correct value is set, press the
FUNC key again.
The limit value function and the alarm
signal are now activated.
– Step carefully onto the scale.
If the limit value entered is exceeded,
an alarm sounds.
– To switch off the scale, press the Start
key again.
Important note:
if the scale is switched off or switches off automatically, the limit value function
has to be reactivated by the method described above.
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6. Settings
On seca 882 and seca pragma 883 scales, it is possible for the customer to change
certain default settings to suit his requirements.
Setting the damping system
The damping system setting changes the transient response of the scale and thus the
time taken for the alarm to sound or weight to be displayed. Slight damping and thus rapid
determination of weight are very important for the limit value function, for example.
– Press the Start key.
se(a, 8.8.8.8.8. and 0.00 appear con-
secutively in the display. The scale is
then automatically set to zero and
ready for operation.
– Press the FUNC key and keep it de-
pressed for 2 seconds.
FIL and the current setting appear in
the display:
0 = slight damping
srapid determination of weight
1 = moderate damping
snormal determination of weight
2 = severe damping
slslow determination of weight
– Press an arrow key if you want to
change the value set.
– Press the FUNC key again to store the
value displayed. The scale is then back
in normal weighing mode.
– Step on the scale and stand still. Ob-
serve the effect of the altered damping.
– Adjust damping again as described
above if necessary.
– To switch off the scale, press the Start
key again. The settings are retained.
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7. Cleaning
Clean the rubber surface and the housing as required using a domestic cleaning agent or
commercially-available disinfectant. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. What do I do if…
…no weight is displayed when a load is placed on the scale?
– Is the scale switched on?
– Check the batteries.
... the display stays dark?
– Is the plug contact on the scale properly connected?
…0.00 does not appear before the weighing operation?
– Press the Start key again – there must not be any load on the scale
…---- appears instead of 0.00 before weighing?
– Press the Start key again – there must not be any load on the scale.
…one segment is illuminated constantly or not at all?
– The relevant segment has a fault. Inform Servicing.
…the display shows ?
– Battery voltage is running low. Change the batteries in the next few days.
…batt appears in the display?
– Batteries are empty. Put in new batteries.
…St0p appears in the display?
– Maximum load has been exceeded.
…the display flashes?
– Take the load off the scale and press the Start key twice. Wait until 0.00 appears and
then weigh again.
…the display appears?
– The ambient temperature of the scale is too high or too low. Place the scale in an
ambient temperature between +10 °C and +40 °C. Wait about 15 minutes for the
scale to adapt to the ambient temperature and then weigh again.
…the display Eand a number appear?
– Press the Start key. The scale will then work normally again. If this is not the case,
inform Servicing.
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9. Maintenance
Your seca scale leaves the factory with an accuracy greater than ±0.25 %. To ensure that
this accuracy is maintained, the product must be carefully set up and regularly maintained.
Depending on the frequency of use, we recommend servicing every 3 to 5 years. Please
ensure that a qualified service agent is used. If in doubt, contact seca Customer Service for
further information.
Changing the batteries
When or bAtt appear in the display, you should change the batteries. You need
four type AA 1.5 V batteries.
– Carefully turn over the scale so that the
base of the scale is accessible.
– Push the battery compartment closure
towards “Battery” and open the cover.
– Take out the holder and batteries.
– Remove the used batteries and insert
new batteries in the holder.
Check that the polarity is correct.
– Place the holder and batteries in the
battery compartment.
– Close the cover.
– Then turn the scale back up the right
way.
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10.Technical data
Maximum capacity 200 kg /440 lbs / 31 sts
(USA 400 lbs / 180 kg)
Graduations
0 to 150 kg 0,1 kg
150 to 200 kg 0,2 kg
0 to 330 lbs 0,2 lbs
330 to 440 lbs 0,5 lbs
0 to 31 sts 0,5 lbs
Graduations (USA model)
0 to 180 kg 0,1 kg
0 to 400 lbs 0,2 lbs
Accuracy greater than ±0.25 %
Height of figures 20 mm
Dimensions of weighing platform
height: 75 mm
width: 290 mm
depth: 360 mm
Dimensions of display housing
height: 55 mm
width: 154 mm
depth: 120 mm
Weight approx. 5,4 kg
Temperature range +10 °C to +40 °C
Batteries 4 type AA 1.5 V batteries
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11.Disposal
Batteries
Do not throw used batteries away in do-
mestic waste. Dispose of batteries at col-
lection points in the vicinity. When buying
new batteries, select those low in harmful
substances and containing no mercury
(Hg), cadmium (Cd) or lead (Pb).
Disposing of the scale
If the scale can no longer be used, the re-
sponsible waste disposal association will
be glad to advise you on the measures
necessary to dispose of it properly.
12.Warranty
A two-year warranty from date of delivery
applies to defects attributable to poor ma-
terials or workmanship. All moveable parts
- batteries, cables, mains units, recharge-
able batteries etc. - are excluded. Defects
which come under warranty will be made
good for the customer at no charge on
production of the receipt. No further
claims can be entertained. The costs of
transport in both directions will be borne
by the customer should the equipment be
located anywhere other than the custom-
er’s premises. In the event of transport
damage, claims under warranty can be
honoured only if the complete original
packaging was used for any transport and
the scale secured and attached in that
packaging just as it was when originally
packed. All the packaging should there-
fore be retained.
A claim under warranty will not be hon-
oured if the equipment is opened by per-
sons not expressly authorised by seca to
do so.
We would ask our customers abroad to
contact their local sales agent in the event
of a warranty matter.
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