Model DS4050 Infant Scale Instruction Manual Doran Scales, Inc. 1315 Paramount Pkwy Batavia, IL 60510 USA 1-800-264-4107 www.doranscales.com MAN0293 Revision 0.
Section 1. Unpacking and Installation..................................................... 1 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 1 Unpacking .................................................................................................................... 1 Cautions and Warnings ................................................................................................ 1 Care & Cleaning .......................
Section 1. Unpacking and Installation Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Doran scale. This product has been designed with the highest level of technology. We are dedicated to deliver a superior product that will provide many years of trouble free service. As an ISO9000 registered company, Doran Scales is dedicated to delivering products built with strict compliance to our high quality standards. If you have any questions regarding your scale, please contact Doran Scales, Inc.
Installation Place the scale on a stable flat surface. The scale should rest evenly on all four feet. Battery Installation The DS4050 comes with a set of four AA alkaline batteries. Automatic Shutoff ensures long batter life. The batteries can be accessed on the bottom of the scale. To access the battery compartment, turn the scale upside down and open the battery compartment door. When installing the new set of batteries, be sure the batteries are oriented properly. Fig.
Section 2. Scale Operation Display Pushbuttons The Model DS4050 controls consist of ON/TARE, LB/KG and RECALL buttons. The display is used to provide weight indications and operator messages indicating scale operation. ON/TARE Press the ON/TARE button to turn on the scale. The scale has an Automatic Shutoff Timer that will power down the indicator after 5 minutes. The ON/TARE button can be held to turn off the scale.
Display Annunciators The display annunciators will indicate the scale status. zero Indicates that the scale has an accurate zero reading. M Indicates a weight is now held in memory. The RECALL button can now be used to display this value after the patient has been removed from the scale. Weights below 2lb 0.3oz will not be held in memory. H Indicates a stable weight has been achieved. lb oz Indicates that the scale is displaying weight in pounds and ounces.
Weighing a Patient 1. Press ON/TARE. The scale will turn on and display a zero weight. 2. Place the patient on the scale. 3. When a stable weight is reached the H and M annunciators will be displayed. The H indicates that the patient’s weight is stable and M indicates that the weight has been saved to memory. 4. Record the patient’s weight and remove the patient from the scale. The RECALL button can then be used to display the last weight. 5.
Section 3. Scale Calibration WARNING: Your scale is factory calibrated and does not require calibration when received. If required, it should only be calibrated by a scale technician with certified and inspected weights. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Turn off the scale and remove all weight. Press and hold the LB/KG button and then press and hold the ON/TARE button. When CAL is displayed, release both buttons. Numbers will be displayed. Press the ON/TARE button. The number 20 will flash on the display.
Section 4. Specifications Scale Dimensions 23.5” Long x 11” Wide Scale Weight 5.25 lb (2.5 kg) Power 4 AA Alkaline Batteries (included) 6Vdc Wall Transformer (included) Displayed Units lb:oz, kg Capacity 45 lb x 0.5 oz 20 kg x 0.
Section 5. Troubleshooting General Problem Resolution Problem Weight reading will not repeat or scale does not return to zero when weight is removed. What to Do or Check Person or object other than that being weighed is touching the scale. Verify that there is nothing caught in the feet area or interfering with the feet. Do not use on carpet. Scale overloads before scale capacity is reached. Verify scale calibration is correct. If problem persists, recalibrate the scale.
Error Messages Error Message Lo o_Ld Err What to Do or Check Low battery. Replace batteries. The scale is in overload. The load on the scale platform exceeds the scale capacity. Remove excess weight from scale platform. If problem persists, recalibrate. If this problem still persists, contact Doran Technical Support for assistance. RECALL pressed without a weight held in memory. To store a weight in memory, 2lb 3.0oz or higher must be applied to the scale.
Limited One Year Warranty Doran Scales, Inc. warrants Model DS4050 to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. Any product found to be defective within this time period may be returned to Doran’s factory, freight prepaid, with prior return authorization and proof of purchase showing date of original sale, for repair or replacement at no charge.
