Remote Print Command ……………………………………………………………...…….. 27 DISPLAY MESSAGES …..………………………………………….………………………….. 28 TROUBLESHOOTING …..……………………………………………………………………… 28 CARE AND CLEANING …..………………………………………….……………………… 29 PARTS IDENTIFICATION ……………………………………………………………………… 30 Display and Column Sub-Assembly ………………………………………………………. 31 Base Sub-Assembly ………….………………………..……………………………………. 32 Height Rod Sub-Assembly …………………………………………………………...…….. 33 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
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Before using this scale, read this manual Date of Purchase __________________ and pay special attention to all Purchased From ___________________ "NOTIFICATION" symbols: __________________________________ __________________________________ IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL __________________________________ WARNING RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE USE 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing our Detecto solo Series Digital Clinical Scale. Your scale has been designed for simple and straightforward use and to assure accuracy and dependability for years to come. This manual is provided to guide you through the assembly and operation of your scale.
7.25 ft (2.2 m) cable from scale base to solo-RI display to allow placing the display wherever it is easiest to read The weighing units are selected at Scale Initialization (when the scale is powered on for the first time). 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
2. Press the parts together until the locking tab snaps in place. 3. Ensure that the locking tab is locked securely. Ensure locking tab is securely Figure No. 2 (Scale Assembly, Step 1) 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
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Part 2 into Part 3. Install (1) M3 x 12 screw on each Slide the cable side of Part 3. connector through Part 3. Figure No. 3 (Scale Assembly, Step 2) 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
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The scale should be placed on a flat, level hard-surfaced floor or low-cut, unpadded carpet, away from any rapidly moving air source (heating and cooling vents). CAUTION! Make sure cable is not between base and column. Figure No. 4 (Scale Assembly, Step 3) 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
Remove the bracket and drill two (2) 13/64 in (5 mm) holes in the wall for the mounting wall anchors. 4. Insert the wall anchors in the wall until they are flush with the wall. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
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8. Next, locate the four (4) slots on the back of the display and align them with the four (4) tabs on the Wall Bracket “A”. Refer to Figure No. 7. 9. Insert the tabs into the slots and press together until the bracket locks to the back of the display. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
Installed CARPET FEET INSTALLATION If you are using your solo Series Digital Clinical Scale on a carpet, we recommend that you use the included carpet feet. To install the carpet feet, perform the following steps: 1. Remove the four (4) carpet feet from the packaging.
(kilograms) and then press the key. Once the unit is selected, it will be kept even after the batteries are replaced. The scale is now ready for operation. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
BATTERY OPERATION To operate the solo Series Digital Clinical Scale from batteries, you must first install the included six (6) "AA" size alkaline batteries. Batteries are contained in a battery holder inside the display. Access is via a removable cover on the back of the display.
The period of inactivity for the automatic shutoff is selected during the setup process of the scale and can be set for up to nine (9) minutes. To turn the scale back on, you simply press the key. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER To power, the solo Series Digital Clinical Scale using the optional Medical device 9V AC/DC wall plug-in adapter, connect the plug from the adapter into the power jack on the back of the scale base and then plug the power adapter into the proper electrical outlet. On models requiring 220 to 240V AC, it is the customer’s responsibility to obtain the correct power...
(tare) the weight and change to . . When the weight is removed, the display will show a negative weight value and then change to . . 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
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This is the DOWN ARROW key. It is used when performing the Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation to decrease the value for the patient’s height. NOTE: During setup and calibration, the arrow keys are used to select setup and calibration values. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
WEIGHT This annunciator is turned on when the scale is in the weight only mode. This annunciator is turned on when displaying the calculated Body Mass Index. This annunciator is turned on when the scale is in the Mother/Baby Weighing mode. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
7. To turn the scale off, press the key. NOTE: If the Automatic Shutdown feature has been enabled, the scale will turn off after a pre-defined time of inactivity (no motion or weight on the scale). 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
9. Lower the headpiece back to the vertical position and return the height rod to the “stored” position (the headpiece should be vertical against the outer column and the height rod display cover should be flush with the display). 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
13. To turn the scale off, press the key. NOTE: If the Automatic Shutdown feature has been enabled, the scale will turn off after a pre-defined time of inactivity (no motion or weight on the scale). 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
NOTE: If more time is needed to read the locked weight before the patient steps off the scale, press the key to hold the weight on the display. To release the locked weight and resume operations, press the key again. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
SCALE SETUP Your solo Series Digital Clinical Scale has been pre-configured at the factory and should not require changes for use in most applications. However, if the factory settings do not meet the requirements of your operation, the following describes the setup process for your scale.
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01 to 31, and then press key to save it and proceed to the next prompt. NOTE: The default day setting is 01 (first day of the month). 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
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All scale setup settings (current or new values) will be saved, and the scale will automatically turn off. Allowable values are 0 (disable) or 1 (enable). NOTE: The default Buzzer setting is 1 (enable). 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
CALIBRATION Your solo Series Digital Clinical Scale was calibrated at the factory and should not require adjustment. If the scale should need re-calibration, the following describes the calibration procedure. To maintain the instrument’s high degree of accuracy, a qualified technician should perform this function.
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Step 12. Once motion has stopped and the weight is stable (STA annunciator will turn on), the second weight reading will be saved, the display will change to show and the scale will automatically turn off. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
DATA TRANSMISSION FORMAT Data Transmission via USB The USB port on the solo Series Digital Clinical Scale is a bi-directional port that can receive and transmit data. It can be used to communicate to a computer by pressing the key, or by transmitting a command from the computer to the scale.
DISPLAY MESSAGES The solo Series Digital Clinical Scales are equipped with software that tests various portions of the scale's circuitry and verifies proper operation. Should a problem be detected, a message will be displayed alerting the operator to that condition. The following lists the...
DO clean the scale and display with a damp soft cloth and mild non-abrasive detergent. DO remove power before cleaning with a damp cloth. DO provide clean AC power and adequate protection against lightning damage. DO keep the surroundings clear to provide clean and adequate air circulation. 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
PARTS IDENTIFICATION, CONT. Height Rod Sub-Assembly 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
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(2) years from date of shipment. Detecto shall be the sole judge of what constitutes a defect.
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This warranty sets forth the extent of our liability for breach of any warranty or deficiency in connection with the sale or use of the product. Detecto will not be liable for consequential damages of any nature, including but not limited to, loss of profit, delays, or expenses, whether based on tort or contract.
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Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co. 102 E. Daugherty, Webb City, MO 64870 USA Ph: 417-673-4631 or 1-800-641-2008 Fax: 417-673-2153 Technical Support: 1-866-254-8261 E-mail: tech@cardet.com 0044-0391-0M Rev F 11/21 0044-0391-0M Rev F solo Series Owner’s Manual...
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