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Weighing Machine (Electronic) : Parts

The document provides instructions for using an electronic weighing machine. It lists the main parts as the pan, display panel, machine proper, and mains adapter. It describes how to power on the machine, check for zero error, weigh a baby by first placing a cloth and then the baby, and record the weight. It provides dos and don'ts for proper usage and cleaning instructions. Finally, it lists some troubleshooting tips for common issues like the machine not powering on or showing erratic readings.

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Weighing Machine (Electronic) : Parts

The document provides instructions for using an electronic weighing machine. It lists the main parts as the pan, display panel, machine proper, and mains adapter. It describes how to power on the machine, check for zero error, weigh a baby by first placing a cloth and then the baby, and record the weight. It provides dos and don'ts for proper usage and cleaning instructions. Finally, it lists some troubleshooting tips for common issues like the machine not powering on or showing erratic readings.

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ONTOP-IN 2012: Weighing machine (Electronic) Job aids

WEIGHING MACHINE (ELECTRONIC)

Parts

Pan or baby tray


Display panel for weight
Machine proper
Mains adapter

Working

Put on a firm even surface .Use spirit level for adjusting the plane. Wipe clean
the weighing pan.
Plug on and wait till the display panel registers zero.
Check for and adjust zero error.
Place the clean cloth/paper.
Press the knob to reset the reading to zero or else you will have to subtract the
weight of the cloth from the total weight when baby is weighed along with the
sheet.
Place the baby over the cloth/paper.
Keep baby in the middle of the weighing pan; hold the remaining tubes and lines
in hand.
Detach as many tubes/equipment as possible prior to weighing. Keep the naked
baby on the towel and record the weight (subtract the weight of the cloth if the
scale has no facility to reset to zero).
Record weight on baby record and plot on growth chart.

Do’s

Put the weighing scale on a flat and stable surface.


Record weight prior to feeding.
If using pre-weighed splint, reduce the weight from baby’s weight.
Always look for and adjust zero error.
Remove excessive clothing.
Record weight only when display is stationary & not fluctuating.
Care should take care of the different catheters not to get displaced.
Calibrate using a known standard weight every week.

AIIMS – WHO CC 1
ONTOP-IN 2012: Weighing machine (Electronic) Job aids

Don’ts
Do not stack up line or other objects on the weighing pan when not in use.
Do not pour water on the electronic display.
Do not keep the weighing machine humid atmosphere.

Cleaning and disinfection

Clean with soap and water; use damp cloth to clean.


Wipe with spirit swab between patient use.
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Trouble shooting
Problem Possible cause Corrective action

The unit does not The plug , socket , cable or Correct & repair as necessary
function fuse may be faulty

Machine reads ERR Too heavy weight is put on Use appropriate weight to weigh
or sorry the scale

Low battery The battery is discharged Connect power cord to recharge

Machine shows Needs calibration Use standard weights of 100 /200 gms or
erratic weights ½ kg / 1kg every 15 days for calibration

AIIMS – WHO CC 1

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