Operating instructions

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1.0 Introduction
The Rice Lake Neonatal Scale provides precise weighing of babies and neonates. Highly sophisticated
microprocessor technology allows accurate, reliable, and repeatable weighments every time. Movement
compensation technology eliminates errors caused by spontaneous movement of the baby and the weight display
can be displayed in pounds/ounces or in kilograms.
This manual can be viewed and downloaded from the Rice Lake Weighing Systems web site at
www.ricelake.com/health. Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company
Figure 1-1. Rice Lake Neonatal Scale
With the Rice Lake Neonatal Scale, there are certain precautions that should be taken to prevent injury to the
baby and damage to your scale. Please follow these instructions carefully;
• Do not transport the scale while the infant is on the weighing tray.
• Do not drop the scale or subject it to violent shocks.
• For accurate weighing, the scale must be placed on a flat, stable surface.
• For accurate weighing, verify proper operation according to the procedure described in this manual
before each use.
• Do not use around flammable liquids.
• Operation at other voltages and frequencies than specified could damage your equipment.