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 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. 
Please read it thoroughly before attempting to assemble or operate your scale and keep it 
available for future reference. 
 
This manual is for use with the following solo Series Digital Clinical Scales: 

solo, solo-AC, solo-ACEU, solo-ACUK, and solo-RI 
 
 

SPECIFICATIONS 

Capacity: .…….…..…..………..  550 lb x 0.2 lb (250 kg x 0.1 kg) 
Minimum Weighing: ………..…  11 lb (5 kg) 
Weight Units: .......………….....  Pounds or Kilograms (selectable) 
Power Requirements: .…....….  Six (6) AA-size Alkaline batteries (included) OR an 

optional medical device 9V AC/DC wall plug-in adapter 
(Detecto part number PD-ACKIT, includes UK plug,  
EU plug and USA plug). 

Display: .....………..…….....…..  Five-digit, seven-segment, 1.0-inch (25 mm) high LCD 
Operation Temperature: .……..  50 to 104 ºF (+10 to +40 ºC) 
Function Keys: .....…...………..  On/Off, Zero, BMI Height, Enter, Lock/Release, Print, 

Up Arrow/Mother and Baby, and Down Arrow 

Annunciators: ………………….  ZERO, LOCK, STA, HOLD, LB, KG, CM, FT/IN, HEIGHT, 

WEIGHT, BMI, AM, PM 

Interface: ……………..………..  USB (ASCII Protocol) 
Dimensions: 

Eye-Level Physician .............. 

 
14.2 in W x 19.4 in D x 52.1 in H 
(36.0 cm W x 49.3 cm D x 132.4 cm H) 

Height Rod Units: …..…………  Inch or cm 
Height Rod Range: ……………  30 to 84.5 inches (76 to 214.5 cm) 
Dimensions: solo-RI 

Base ...................................... 
 
Remote Display ………..….... 
(with mounting bracket) 

 
14.2 in W x 15.8 in D x 2.4 in H 
(36.0 cm W x 40.2 cm D x 6.1 cm H) 
7.8 in W x 5.1 in D x 3.0 in H 
(19.8 cm W x 12.9 cm D x 7.7 cm H) 

Weight: 

Eye-Level Physician …….….. 
solo-RI …………..…..………. 

 
18.9 lb (8.6 kg) 
11.1 lb (5.0 kg) 

 

Summary of Contents for solo

Page 1: ...solo Series Digital Clinical Scale Owner s Manual Model SOLO Models SOLO RI PD100 ...

Page 2: ...8525 M336 O1 Rev A y SlimPRO Operation 2 ...

Page 3: ...on or Replacement 12 Low Battery 13 Automatic Shutoff 13 OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER 14 KEYPAD FUNCTIONS 15 ANNUNCIATORS 17 OPERATION 18 Weighing Mode 18 solo Height Rod Operation 19 Height and or BMI Measure Mode using solo Height Rod or Previously Measured Height 20 Optional BMI Mode 20 MOTHER BABY WEIGHING 21 SCALE SETUP 22 CALIBRATION 25 Changing the Weighing Unit 25 DATA TRANSMISSION FORMAT 27 ...

Page 4: ...ever measures necessary to correct the interference You may find the booklet How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful It is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 Request stock No 001 000 00315 4 Copyright All rights reserved Reproduction or use without expressed written permission of editor...

Page 5: ... Requirements Six 6 AA size Alkaline batteries included OR an optional medical device 9V AC DC wall plug in adapter Detecto part number PD ACKIT includes UK plug EU plug and USA plug Display Five digit seven segment 1 0 inch 25 mm high LCD Operation Temperature 50 to 104 ºF 10 to 40 ºC Function Keys On Off Zero BMI Height Enter Lock Release Print Up Arrow Mother and Baby and Down Arrow Annunciator...

Page 6: ... a long beep for when weight is stable and locked x Selectable Auto Shut Off feature up to 9 minutes x Auto Weight Lock feature on stable weight x Power Up Zero x USB output function ASCII protocol x Integral wheels on Eye Level Physician scale x Inline mechanical height rod on Eye Level Physician scale x Included wall or desk mount brackets for solo RI display x 7 25 ft 2 2 m cable from scale bas...

Page 7: ...urn shipment if it should become necessary The purchaser is responsible for filing all claims for any damages or loss incurred during transit Remove all plastic wrapping foam fillers and cardboard material from the scale platform display and other components You should have the following components c Display with Upper Outside and Inside Column pre assembled d Lower Inside Column e Lower Outside C...

Page 8: ...Part 2 lower inside column with Part 1 pre assembled display upper outside and inside column 2 Press the parts together until the locking tab snaps in place 3 Ensure that the locking tab is locked securely Figure No 2 Scale Assembly Step 1 c c d d e e Ensure locking tab is securely ...

Page 9: ...the cable connector through Part 3 lower outside column 4 Press Part 3 and Part 1 and 2 together until the locking tab snaps in place 5 Ensure that the locking tab is locked securely 6 Install the 2 M3 x 12 machine screws one on each side of Part 3 to secure Part 1 and 2 together with Part 3 Figure No 3 Scale Assembly Step 2 c c g g d d e e f f Ensure locking tab is securely locked Press locking t...

Page 10: ...the base 3 While holding the column in place carefully lay the scale down with the column horizontal to the floor 4 Attach the column to the scale platform by inserting the 4 M5 x 15 machine screws and lock washers through the holes in the scale platform into the threaded holes of the column Tighten the screws to secure the column to the scale platform The scale should be placed on a flat level ha...

Page 11: ... Wall Mounting the solo RI Display The solo RI display has a 7 25 ft 2 2 m cable to allow it to be placed at a convenient position away from the scale base A bracket is included to mount the display on a wall or the bracket and included feet can be used to place it on a desk or table for easy viewing 1 Choose the location to mount the display on the wall The location should be free of temperature ...

Page 12: ...of Wall Bracket A are placed in the bracket 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 13 64 5 mm Hole in Wall Plastic Wall Anchor Wall Bracket B M3 0x25 Screw Figure No 5 Installing Wall Bracket B Displ...

Page 13: ...or solid table free of temperature extremes and water The display should be where it can be easily viewed not subject to direct sunlight and where the keypad is within easy reach of the operator 2 Referring to Figure No 9 remove the four 4 feet from inside Wall Bracket A and install them in each corner of the bracket as shown in Figure No 10 Figure No 10 Install Feet Install Feet in Wall Bracket A...

Page 14: ...ed carpet feet To install the carpet feet perform the following steps 1 Remove the four 4 carpet feet from the packaging 2 Align the prongs of one carpet foot with the holes in one of the scale s existing feet 3 Insert the carpet foot prongs into the holes making sure the prongs align straight up and down with the holes of the scale foot 4 Being careful not to twist the carpet foot with even press...

Page 15: ...n lb pounds or kg kilograms Make sure you select the correct weighing unit before proceeding 1 Press the key to turn the scale on 2 The display will show all digits on the display change to show the software version for a few seconds and then show the current unit setting Note that the default is lb pounds 3 If weighing in lb pounds is acceptable press the key Otherwise use the or ª keys to change...

Page 16: ...ries proceed to step 4 If replacing the batteries remove all six 6 batteries from the battery holder then proceed to step 4 3 Install the six 6 new AA size batteries in the battery holder noting the polarity markings located in the battery holder 4 Replace the battery cover on the back of the display approximately 3 4 in 20 mm from the right side of the display and then slide it to the right until...

Page 17: ...n it back on When the 62 message is displayed the operator should replace the batteries or remove the batteries and plug in the 9V AC DC adapter Automatic Shutoff The Automatic Shutoff feature will turn the scale off after a period of inactivity no motion or weight on the scale to prolong battery life The period of inactivity for the automatic shutoff is selected during the setup process of the sc...

Page 18: ...ale 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 adapter plug NOTE Rear view of solo Eye Level Physician scale shown The power jack on the solo RI is located in a similar position on the remote scale base 9V DC Power Jack Optional PD EUPLUG EU Plug Optional PD UKPLUG UK Plug...

Page 19: ...o a computer or other device connected to the USB port This is the ENTER key It serves two purposes First when reviewing setup parameters pressing the key will accept the currently displayed setting of the parameter Second the key is used to signal completion of the entry of data in both setup and operation and causes the scale to process the data entered This is the ZERO key It is used to reset t...

Page 20: ...patient s height pressing it again will display the Body Mass Index BMI calculation Pressing it a third time will return the display to the patient s weight NOTE While the patient is still standing on the scale pressing the key will toggle between the BMI and weight display Also note that once the patient steps off the scale the display automatically returns to the weight only mode This is the UP ...

Page 21: ...turned on to show that the display is locked onto the last stable weight lb This annunciator is turned on to indicate the displayed weight is in pounds kg This annunciator is turned on to indicate the displayed weight is in kilograms cm This annunciator is turned on when the displayed height measurement is in centimeters These annunciators are turned on when the displayed height measurement is in ...

Page 22: ...OTE If the weight increases or decreases more than 4 4 lbs 2 kg while the weight reading is locked the locked weight will automatically be released and the new weight will be locked when it is stable 5 Press the key to hold the current weight reading It will remain on the display after the patient steps off the scale Press the key again to release the current weight reading Released Hold 6 Assist ...

Page 23: ... until it rests on top of the patient s head 6 Read the height of the patient as follows If the patient is shorter than 47 in 120 cm the correct height is read at the red edge on the bottom of the headpiece If the patient is 47 in 120 cm or taller the correct height is read at the red edge on the outer column 7 Referring to the upper right illustration lift from the end of the headpiece near the d...

Page 24: ...abled the scale will turn off after a pre defined time of inactivity no motion or weight on the scale Optional BMI Mode 1 Press the key 2 The scale will show on display 3 Press the key The display will go blank and the BMI annunciator will turn on 4 Assist the patient on to the scale The patient s weight will be displayed 5 When weight is stable and locked the scale automatically changes to the He...

Page 25: ...o show lb with the icon flashing which means the scale is ready to weigh the baby 8 After the mother is holding the baby assist them both back onto the scale 9 The display will flash the icon several times sound a long beep and then lock onto the baby s weight with the LOCK annunciator on and the icon on solid NOTE If the baby s weight is lower than 2 2 lb 1kg the scale will display 10 Assist the ...

Page 26: ...ange the weighing unit and then press the key to save it and proceed to the next prompt NOTE Once the unit is selected it will be kept even after the batteries are replaced 60 OneWeigh The display will show 60 with the blinking to indicate the OneWeigh setting is disabled If it is desired to keep the ability to change the unit setting available press the key to save it and proceed to the next prom...

Page 27: ...ll show f the current Years setting If the value displayed is acceptable press the key to save it and proceed to the next prompt Otherwise press the or ª keys to select a new value from 00 to 99 and then press the key to save it and proceed to the next prompt Note that 00 represents the year 2000 01 represents 2001 and so on NOTE The default year setting is 00 2000 0f Months The display will show ...

Page 28: ...es NOTE The Automatic Shutoff function will not be active when in the calibration mode 2 gg Buzzer Setting During operation if an incorrect key is pressed the scale will sound two beeps as a warning and the operation will not be processed The display will show 2 gg the current Buzzer setting If the value displayed is acceptable press the key to save it All scale setup settings current or new value...

Page 29: ... the OneWeigh feature contact Detecto Technical Support e mail tech cardet com or call 1 866 254 8261 for the procedure to reset it 1 To change the weighing unit ensure OneWeigh is disabled and then turn the scale off 2 Press and hold the 0 key and then press the key to turn the scale on 3 The scale will enter setup mode with the display showing and flash the lb or kg annunciator for the current s...

Page 30: ... The scale will turn off automatically Step 3 Otherwise press the or ª keys to select Y start calibration Note that you can still select 0 n exit calibration skip calibration and turn the scale off Step 4 Press the key to confirm Step 5 Make certain the scale platform is empty and free of debris Step 6 The display will change to show the internal count Step 7 Press the key to save the zero referen...

Page 31: ...USB port located under the small cover on the back of the display Output Format The format below represents the output directly to a computer for processing of data and includes commas between each field and a carriage return to terminate the record Time Date Mother BMI Height Mother Weight Baby Weight CR 12 00 12 01 20 21 5 5 03 0 132 3lb 12 5lb Remote Print Command The host device computer can s...

Page 32: ...OLUTIONS The display does not turn on Battery Operation y Check if the batteries are installed and correctly y Are the batteries discharged Remove the old batteries and replace them with new ones AC Operation y Is the 9V AC DC power adapter fully inserted into the wall receptacle y Check the wall receptacle for proper AC power Try another electrical appliance in the same receptacle Does it work y ...

Page 33: ...leaning x DO NOT expose scale to temperature extremes x DO NOT place the scale in front of heating cooling vents x DO clean the scale and display with a damp soft cloth and mild non abrasive detergent x DO remove power before cleaning with a damp cloth x DO provide clean AC power and adequate protection against lightning damage x DO keep the surroundings clear to provide clean and adequate air cir...

Page 34: ...D TOP COVER 10 1 7100 0226 COLLAR FOR HEIGHT ROD 11 1 7100 0213 COVER FOR USB PORT 12 1 7100 0214 COVER FOR BATTERIES 13 1 7100 0215 BLACK MAT WITH ADHESIVE BACKING 14 1 7100 0216 PLATFORM TOP ENCLOSURE 2 3 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 35 36 1 7100 0217 SCALE BASE BOTTOM ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY 23 1 7100 0211 DIGITAL INDICATOR 24 1 7100 0210 KEYPAD OVERLAY 25 1 7100 0212 CABLE TO INDICATOR 26 27 28 29 1 710...

Page 35: ...0044 0391 0M Rev F y solo Series Owner s Manual 31 PARTS IDENTIFICATION CONT Display and Column Sub Assembly ...

Page 36: ...0044 0391 0M Rev F y solo Series Owner s Manual 32 PARTS IDENTIFICATION CONT Base Sub Assembly ...

Page 37: ...0044 0391 0M Rev F y solo Series Owner s Manual 33 PARTS IDENTIFICATION CONT Height Rod Sub Assembly ...

Page 38: ...ying for the freight both ways This warranty does not apply to peripheral equipment not manufactured by Detecto this equipment will be covered by certain manufacturer s warranty only This warranty does not include replacement of expendable or consumable parts This does not apply to any item which has deteriorated or damaged due to wear accident misuse abuse improper line voltage overloading theft ...

Page 39: ...nection 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 Detecto reserves the right to incorporate improvements in material and design without notice and is not obligated to incorporate improvements in equipment previously manufactured The foregoing...

Page 40: ...Series Owner s Manual 36 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 ...

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