Operations; Correct Weighing; How To Change The Unit; Tare Function - Soehnle Professional 6808 Mode D'emploi

6. Operations

6.1 Correct weighing

Press the start key [ON/OFF/ZERO] to enter the normal operating mode of the
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scale with no load on the platform. An automatic function test will be
performed as well as the zero setting of the scale. When `0.0´ appears, it
means you are in the weighing mode. Additionally the display shows the
symbol to confirm stability of the zero setting.
The scale is now ready to be used.
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Place the patient on the scale and ensure that he is not moving.
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After the weight is being displayed and the symbol
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accuracy has been achieved.
To turn off the scale press [ON/OFF/ZERO] for a period of minimum 3 seconds.
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6.2 How to change the unit

The scale offers the possibility to select between the weighing mode kg and lb.
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To change into another mode, press the [UNIT] key.
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Please check weighing mode after switching on to get proper result.

6.3 Tare function

The tare function allows ignoring a fixed weight (e.g. wheelchair) that will be
deducted after each weighing procedure.
Proceed as follows:
Press [ON/OFF/ZERO] with no load on the scale.
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Place the additional weight of the object(s), which needs to be ignored, on the
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scale and store the result by pressing the [TARE/PRESET] key.
The display is being reset to zero. The scale is now in NET weighing mode
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which is also indicated on the display.
Remove the objects from the platform. The ignored weight is being displayed
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with a minus.
Place the Patient and the additional weight (e.g. in the wheelchair) on the scale.
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The scale determines the weight of the patient without the additional weight.
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You may now use the scale for as many weighing procedures and the stored
value will always be deducted as long as the scale is not turned off.
When there is no any weight on the platform, enter the [TARE/PRESET] button
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again to get of the tare mode.
The tare value is likewise erased by the scale until pressing the [TARE/PRESET]
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button when no weight on the platform or being switched off.
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