Welch Allyn 4302 Manual

Welch Allyn Diaper and Organ
Scale
Directions for use
Model 4302

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724498 This manual applies to 901110 NONMASTED SCALES.
DIR 80021238 Ver. A Revision date: 2016–05
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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................. 1
Intended use ........................................................................................................ 1
Indications for use ................................................................................................ 1
Symbols ............................................................................................................... 1
About warnings and cautions ............................................................................... 2
Controls and indicators ........................................................................................ 3
Assembly and setup ................................................................................ 5
Assembly instructions .......................................................................................... 5
Custom setup ...................................................................................................... 5
Scale operation ........................................................................................ 7
Power options ...................................................................................................... 7
Audible beeps ...................................................................................................... 7
Weighing procedure ............................................................................................. 8
Diaper weighing procedure .................................................................................. 8
Storage, cleaning, and maintenance ..................................................... 9
Storage ................................................................................................................. 9
Cleaning ............................................................................................................... 9
Battery replacement ............................................................................................ 9
Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 9
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 10
Appendices ............................................................................................ 11
Specifications ..................................................................................................... 11
Product configurations ....................................................................................... 12
Approved accessories ........................................................................................ 12
Warranty ............................................................................................................ 12
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Introduction
Intended use
The Welch Allyn Diaper and Organ Scale is intended to be used by clinicians for weighing
items up to 11 pounds (5 kg) for models 4302-EK and 4302-EX, and 6.6 pounds (3 kg) for
models 4302-XK and 4302-XX.
Indications for use
The Welch Allyn Diaper and Organ Scale is used by clinicians to weigh items up to 11
pounds (5 kg) for models 4302-EK and 4302-EX, and 6.6 pounds (3 kg) for models 4302-
XK and 4302-XX.
Symbols
Documentation symbols
WARNING The warning statements in
this manual identify conditions or
practices that could lead to illness, injury,
or death. Warning symbols will appear
with a grey background in a black and
white document.
Caution The caution statements in this
manual identify conditions or practices
that could result in damage to the
equipment or other property, or loss of
data.
Consult Directions for Use
Shipping, storing, and environment symbols
Temperature limit Keep dry
Separate collection of Electrical and
Electronic Equipment. Do not dispose as
unsorted municipal waste.
Fragile
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Humidity limitation Atmospheric pressure limitation
This way up Stacking limit by number
Recyclable
Miscellaneous symbols
Manufacturer Reorder Number
Product Identifier For indoor use only
Serial Number Prescription only or "For Use by or on the
order of a licensed medical professional"
Battery Power
About warnings and cautions
Caution statements can appear on the Welch Allyn Diaper and Organ Scale, the
packaging, the shipping container, or in this Directions for use.
The Welch Allyn Diaper and Organ Scale is safe for patients and clinicians when used in
accordance with the instructions and caution statements presented in this Directions for
use.
Before using the device, you must familiarize yourself with all cautions, with the steps to
power up the device, and with the sections of this Directions for use that pertain to your
use of the device. In addition to reviewing the general cautions presented in the next
section, you must also review the more specific cautions that appear throughout the
manual in conjunction with setup/startup, operation, and maintenance tasks.
•Failure to understand and observe any warning statement in this manual could lead
to patient injury or illness.
• Failure to understand and observe any caution statement in this manual could lead to
damage to the equipment or other property, or loss of patient data.
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General warnings and cautions
WARNING Patient injury risk. Make sure the scale is properly cleaned
between measurements.
WARNING Patient or operator injury risk. Make sure the scale is
positioned on a stable surface and in a way to avoid shock or bumping
hazards.
CAUTION Make sure that you routinely perform general maintenance and
equipment safety checks on your scale. Remove the scale from service
when you notice damaged power cords.
CAUTION Make sure the scale is set in the proper measurement units for
your facility. Make sure you record the measurement units as they are
displayed.
Controls and indicators
Scale
1 Weighing platform
2 Battery access door (located on the bottom of the cabinet)
3 Front panel
Directions for use Introduction 3

Front panel buttons
Button Function
ZERO Press this button to reset the scale to zero.
ON Press this button to turn on the scale.
GRAMS Press this button to display the weight in grams.
LB Press this button to display the weight in pounds and ounces.
Note If you purchased a scale with the grams-only option, this button is not present.
ST Press this button in conjunction with ON to enter the setup mode.
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Assembly and setup
The scale is fully assembled at the factory and tested. In some instances, the scales are
shipped assembled. However, due to size and shipping restrictions, most scales are
partially disassembled. If assembly is required, it can be done with common hand tools.
When special tools are required, they are supplied with the scale. Ensure that all bolts
and fasteners are securely tightened.
Use the following instructions to assemble and setup your scale for use.
Assembly instructions
The scale is shipped with batteries installed and is ready for use.
1. Carefully remove all parts from the shipping carton and inspect the components for
shipping damage.
2. Place the scale on a counter or table.
3. Press ON to turn on the scale.
The scale beeps once and displays 888888, followed by 4302.
4. The scale is ready for use.
Custom setup
You can customize the scale to best suit your needs. Configurations that can be selected
include the automatic shut-off time, weighing units, weight resolution, and more.
Enter custom setup mode
1. Make sure the scale is powered down.
2. Press and hold ST while pressing ON.
3. Once the scale powers up, release ST and quickly press and release ST five times.
The scale displays SEt-UP and produces a series of four long beeps.
Set the options
Enter the custom setup as described.
Press ST to scroll through the custom setup options.
The options displayed with each press are as follows:
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Press the setup mode select button to turn these options On or OFF.
Note Options indicated with an asterisk require an additional press
of ST to change the value.
Option displayed Feature
SOFt This option displays the software version of your scale.
dAtE This option displays the release date of the software. The format is MM/DD/YY.
SCALE This option displays the model number of the scale.
AutOFF* This displays the number of seconds before the scale turns off when operating on battery power.
The Cont value prevents the scale from turning off automatically.
AC con* This option causes the scale to remain on when plugged in to AC power.
rES This option allows you to change the resolution of weight. Pressing the setup mode select button
switches between the following options:
0.001
0.002
0.005
0.010
UnitS* This option allows you to change the weight units.
Note Do not change the scale units if you have purchased the gram-only option.
POUNDS* This option allows the weight to display in pounds.
OUNCES* This option allows the weight to display in ounces.
GRAMS* This option allows the weight to display in grams.
bEEPEr* This option determines the audible signal that occurs when a front panel button is pressed.
PC brd* This option displays the model number of the printed circuit board. A third press of ST displays
the revision of the printed circuit board.
SEt-UP This option is displayed when you have cycled through all the options. Press and hold ON to
power down the scale.
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