PEDIATRIC SCALE Models 459-CH, 8432-CH and 8432-CHKGEU Owner’s Manual 8525-M178-O1 Rev F 11/07 CARDINAL SCALE MFG. CO. PO BOX 151 v WEBB CITY, MO 64870 PH (417) 673-4631 v FAX (417) 673-5001 www.detectoscale.com Technical Support: Ph: 866-254-8261 v techsupport@cardet.
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing our Detecto Pediatric Scale, Model 459-CH, 8432-CH or 8432CHKGEU. Your scale was built with Detecto quality and reliability at our factory in Webb City, Missouri. This manual will guide you through setup and operation of your scale. Please read it thoroughly before attempting to operate your scale and keep it handy for future reference. SPECIFICATIONS 459-CH Capacity: …..………………… 40 lb x 1/2 oz (17 1/2 kg x 10 g) 8432-CH* Capacity: …………………….. 44 lb x .05 oz (20 kg x .
CARE and CLEANING of SCALE DO NOT subject the platform (child seat) to sudden shocks. DO NOT expose scale to temperature extremes. DO NOT place scale in front of heating/cooling vents. DO NOT place scale in areas where it might be exposed to moisture. DO NOT submerge scale in water, pour or spray water directly on head assembly or indicator. DO NOT use an abrasive cleaner, acetone or other volatile solvents for cleaning head assembly, indicator, platform base or child seat.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Carefully unpack scale components from the shipping carton. Examine the scale and baby seat for any damage that may have taken place during shipment. If you find evidence of shipping damage, the shipping company should be contacted at once. It is a good idea to keep the scale shipping carton and packing material for later use should storage or transport of the scale become necessary.
CHILD SEAT INSTALLATION Before using the scale, it will be necessary to install the child seat. Follow the steps listed below to install the child seat. (1) (1) (4) (4) PARTS LIST Child Seat Gimbal 1/4-20 x 1/2” Truss head screws #10-24 x 1/2” Truss head screws TOOLS REQUIRED #1 Philips 1. Remove child seat and hardware kit (plastic bag with screws) from box. 2. Remove child seat gimbal from packing. 3. Remove mounting screws from plastic bag.
CHILD SEAT INSTALLATION, Cont. 5. Align holes in gimbal with holes in scale platform and attach to scale platform with four 1/4-20 x 1/2" screws. 1/4-20 x 1/2” 6. Tighten screws with Philips screw driver. 7. After gimbal is installed, position child seat in gimbal and attach with #10-24 x 1/2” screws (two screws on each side). #10-24 x 1/2” 8. Periodically re-check screws for tightness. 9.
459-CH SETUP INSTRUCTIONS Before using the scale, it must be balanced (zeroed). To zero the scale, perform the following: 1. Place the scale on a level, stable surface. 2. Referring to the illustration, move both poises to zero. 3. Locate the BALANCE SCREW on the left end of the beam and turn it in or out as required, until the BEAM POINTER is in the center of the opening in the TRIG LOOP. 4. The scale is now ready for operation.
8432-CH SETUP INSTRUCTIONS AC Power Supply To operate the 8432-CH scale without batteries, connect the 12 VDC power supply’s connector into the power jack on the lower back of the indicator and then plug the power supply into the proper electrical outlet. On models requiring 220 VAC, it is the customer’s responsibility to obtain the correct power adapter plug. The scale is now ready for operation.
8432-CH SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, Cont. Battery Installation/Replacement To install or remove batteries, perform the following steps: 1. Pull Spring Plunger Release and hold while removing indicator from bracket on scale. 2. Turn indicator so display is facing away from you (resting on keypad). 3. Locate the rectangular panel on back of indicator. Spring Plunger Release 4. To install or replace batteries, first remove battery holder cover by pushing in on the tab and lifting it up. 5.
8432-CH OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Basic Weighing 1. Place scale on a level, stable surface. 2. With the child seat empty, press ON/OFF key. 3. Press ZERO key to zero weight display. ZERO, [\ (STABLE) and lb or kg annunciators will turn on to show that scale is ready for use. 4. Lay child being weighed in center of seat. This will distribute the weight evenly across scale platform. 5. Read weight display. 6. Remove child from seat. Zero Weight Display 1.
8432-CHKGEU SETUP INSTRUCTIONS AC Power Supply To operate the 8432-CHKGEU scale without batteries, connect the 12 VDC power supply’s connector into the power jack on the back of the indicator and then plug the power supply into the proper electrical outlet. On models requiring 220 VAC, it is the customer’s responsibility to obtain the correct power adapter plug. The scale is now ready for operation.
8432-CHKGEU SETUP INSTRUCTIONS, Cont. Battery Installation/Replacement To install or remove batteries, perform the following steps: 1. Push latch release down flush with back of indicator and hold while removing indicator from bracket on scale. Latch Release 2. Turn indicator so display is facing away from you (resting on keypad). 3. Locate rectangular panel on back of indicator and remove thumb screw. 4.
8432-CHKGEU OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Basic Weighing 1. Place scale on a level, stable surface. 2. With the child seat empty, press ON/OFF key. 3. Press ZERO key to zero weight display. ZERO, [\ (STABLE) and kg annunciators will turn on to show that scale is ready for use. ON/OFF key 4. Lay child being weighed in center of seat. This will distribute the weight evenly across scale platform. 5. Read weight display. 6. Remove child from seat. ZERO key Zero Weight Display 1.
ERROR CODES The indicators used on the 8423-CH and 8423-CHKGEU scale are equipped with a diagnostic software program that tests various portions of the instrument’s circuitry and verifies proper operation. Should a problem be detected, an error or status message will be displayed alerting the operator to the condition. The following lists these errors and status displays and their meaning. DISPLAY A ::A A$ A MEANING General error, invalid keypad entry was attempted.
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STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY Detecto Scale warrants its equipment to be free from defects in material and workmanship as follows: Detecto warrants to the original purchaser only that it will repair or replace any part of equipment which is defective in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. Detecto shall be the sole judge of what constitutes a defect.
STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY Conditions Which Void Limited Warranty This warranty shall not apply to equipment which: A.) Has been tampered with, defaced, mishandled or have had repairs and modifications not authorized by Detecto. B.) Has had serial number altered, defaced, or removed. C.) Has not been grounded according to Detecto’s recommended procedure. Freight Carrier Damage Claims for equipment damaged in transit must be referred to the freight carrier in accordance with freight carrier regulations.
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