KERN & SOHN MPE 250K100HM - Manual (Page 14)

6 Basic Information (General)
Weighing instruments have to be verified for the purposes stated
below in accordance with Directive 2009/23/EC. Article 1,
paragraph 4. “Determination of mass in the practice of medicine
that is, weighing patients for reasons of medical supervision
during medical surveillance, examination and treatment.”
6.1 Specific function
Indication
• Determining the body weight in the medical practice area.
• Use as „non-standalone weighing scale“, that is, a person
steps carefully onto the weighing platform‘s centre. Once a
steady display value is shown, you can read the weight value.
Contra-
indication
• No contraindication known
6.2 Proper use
This weighing scale is designed for determining the weight of a person whilst
standing, such as in doctor’s surgeries. The balance is suitable for recognising,
preventing and controlling illnesses.
Scales fitted with a serial interface may only be connected to
appliances in compliance with Directive EN60601-1.
On personal weighing scales, the person should step onto the centre of the weighing
platform and remain standing without moving.
As soon as a stable weighing value is reached the weighing value can be read.
The weighing scale is designed for continuous duty.
The weighing platform may only be stepped on by persons
capable of standing on both feet on the weighing platform.
The weighing platforms are fitted with an anti-slip surface that must not be covered
during weighing a person.
The balance should be checked for correct condition prior to each utilisation by a
person familiar with proper operation of the balance.
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