Health O meter 1522KL Mechanical Baby Scale Instruction Manual
- October 30, 2023
- Health o meter
Table of Contents
Health O meter 1522KL Mechanical Baby Scale
Assembly & Operating Instructions
Your scale is a precision instrument and should be handled accordingly. Remove
all parts carefully to prevent scratching the enamel finish. In assembling the
parts, do not use force since the scale has been assembled at our plant and
all parts will fit properly if instructions are followed.
Carton Contents – 1 Pillar/Beam, 1 Base, Phillips head screws (2 for 1522KL, 4
for 1524KL), 4 Pillar Nuts & 1 Wrench. Also included in the 1524KL carton: 1
Child Seat Bracket, 1 Child Seat and 2 Retaining Knobs. For the 1522KL, 2
screw plugs are included in the carton and 1 Tray is included in a separate
carton.
Assembly Instructions
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Insert studs situated at lower end of pillar into the four holes provided in the base (See Figure 1)
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Tip scale at angle (See Figure 2) resting top of pillar on any convenient support and, using the wrench provided, secure pillar to base with the four pillar nuts (included).
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Pull the Steel Rod toward the Base by grasping the Finger Pull Loop on the end.
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Hook the Steel Rod into the Lever Extension by pushing the Lever Extension toward the beam with your other hand. While holding in this position the hook on the Steel Rod is easily attached to the hole at end of lever extension. Release the Finger Pull Loop and the scale is ready to use.
NOTE: The proper position of the multi-lever assembly in order to attach the steel rod to the base is show in Figure 3. This assembly must be free floating in the pillar head. This can be observed through the opening between the Pillar Head and the Pillar. -
Stand the scale upright.
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6a Model 1522KL: Attaching the Tray to the Scale Base
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- Set the Tray on top of the Base and fasten securely in place with two (2) screws (enclosed).
* Place Screw Plugs over the Screws and press firmly to secure.
2. **6b Model 1524KL:** Attaching the Child Seat to the Scale
* Place the Child Seat Bracket on the Base, aligning the four (4) mounting holes. Secure the Bracket to the Base with four (4) Phillips head screws (enclosed).
* Lower the Child Seat onto the Seat Bracket, so that the notches on both sides of the Seat slide over the protrusions on the Seat Bracket.
* Adjust the Child Seat in order to align the holes in the Seat with the holes on both sides of the Seat Bracket.
* Lock the Child Seat in place by screwing the two (2) black Retaining Knobs into the holes in the Child Seat and through the Seat Bracket.Operating Instructions
Zero Balance Adjustment
The scale should be checked periodically, particularly when moved, by
following the instructions below :
- Make certain scale is on a hard, level surface. Step on and off scale a few times in order to align all internal parts.
- Make certain scale is on a hard, level surface. Step on and off scale a few times in order to align all internal parts.
Conversion (lb to kg/ kg to lb) (Figure 5)
- Rotate both the upper and lower poise bars with a gentle twist of the wrist (Figure 5) to the selected unit of measure.
- Check poise bars to make sure both match in color. For easy identification, pound poise bars have chrome graduations on a black background; kilogram graduations have black graduations on a chrome background.
Weighing Instructions
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Set the large and small poises to indicate the approximate weight of the baby.
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Place the baby on the Tray (in the Child Seat for model 1524KL). Continue to adjust the small poise until the pointer is centered.
NOTE : It is not necessary for you to wait for the pointer to stop moving in order to read the correct weight. As long as the pointer is moving equally in the trig-loop opening, the pointer would eventually come to rest in the center of the opening. Even when the pointer is not perfectly centered, as long as it is moving, you are within one quarter pound of the correct weight. -
Add the indicated reading of small poise to the indicated reading of the large poise. The total is the child’s weight.
Troubleshooting Guide
Models 1522KL and 1524KL
INCORRECT WEIGHT
The accuracy of these scales when calibrated at the factory is within plus or
minus 1/2 pound. This means that two properly calibrated scales can vary 1/4
pound from each other and still be calibrated correctly. For the most accurate
weight, use the scale on a hard level surface and place infant in the center
of the platform with the weight distributed as evenly as possible. If the
error seems excessive, check the following:
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Zero Balance of Beam
The beam must be balanced so the pointer comes to rest in the center of the trig-loop when both poises are set at zero. Make certain that the large poise is firmly seated in the notch and the small pose is firmly against the shoulder of the beam. Adjust the balance by turning the screw at the left end of the beam. -
Beam Does Not Move Freely
Check if the beam pointer is touching the side of the trig-loop in its range of travel. Contact Technical Support at (800) 638-3722 for instructions on realigning the beam. -
Platform Rocks Excessively or Touches Base at Any Corner
When you push down at any corner of the platform, you should not feel any significant rocking. If you do, please contact Technical Support at (800) 638-3722 for instructions on leveling the platform. -
Beam Does Not Move at All during Weighing Process
This may be caused by the poises being set to a higher weight than the person’s actual weight. Reset the weights to a lower weight. An improperly connected Steelyard Rod (the rod that runs inside the pillar) or a disconnected rod which can occur if the scale is transported may also be the cause. See Figure 2. -
Scale Out of Calibration
This can happen if an adjustment is jolted out of place during transit or by wear in the notches in the beam after a long period of use. Lifting the large poise over the notches during movement will preserve the accuracy of the scale and lengthen the life of the beam. The accuracy should be determined with accurate test weights or the scale should be compared to a scale known to be accurate, such as a commercial scale with a Weights & Measures sticker affixed. The scale can be recalibrated by loosening the lock screw at the end of the long lever in the bottom of the base with a 5/16” hexagon socket wrench and moving it outward (longer) in the elongated slot to decrease the indicated weight or inward (shorter) to increase the indicated weight. One sixteenth inch movement of the screw will change the indicated weight by approximately 1/4 pound per 30 pounds.
LIMITED WARRANTY
What does the Warranty Cover?
Pelstar LLC scales are warranted from date of purchase against defects of
materials or in workmanship for a period of one (1) year. If scale fails to
function properly, return the product, freight prepaid and properly packed to
Pelstar. If manufacturer determines that a defect of material or in
workmanship exists, customers’ sole remedy will be repair or replacement of
scale at no charge. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured
product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may
be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. All parts including
repaired and replaced parts are covered only for the original warranty period.
Who is Covered?
The original purchaser of the product must have proof of purchase to
receive warranty service. Pelstar dealers or retail stores selling Pelstar
products do not have the right to alter, or modify or any way change the terms
and conditions of this warranty.
What is Excluded?
Your warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from
any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper
voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instruction, abuse including
tampering, damage in transit, or unauthorized repair or alternations. Further,
the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and
tornadoes. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights that vary from country to country, state to state, province
to province or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
To get Warranty Service
Make sure you keep your sales receipt or document showing proof of purchase.
Call 1 (800) 638-3722 or 1 (708) 598-9100 to receive a return authorization
number. Attach proof of purchase to your defective product along with your
name, address, daytime telephone number and description of the problem.
Carefully package the product and send with shipping and insurance prepaid to:
- Pelstar LLC
- Attention R/A#_____
- Repair Department
- 7400 W. 100th Place Bridgeview, IL 60455
If your scale is not covered by warranty, or has been damaged, an estimate of repair costs or replacement costs will be provided to you for approval prior to servicing or replacing.
7400 West 100th Place, Bridgeview IL 60455
tell: 1-800-815-6615
web:www.healthometermedical.com
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