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- Weight: 150.0 lb
- Wheelchair Scale with Dual Ramp & Mast, 800 lb Capacity, 30" x 31" (3 ea/plt)
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MFR:
Doran Scales, Inc.
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MPN: DS8030
- Phone: (630) 879-1208
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Frequently asked questions
Does this scale offer versatile functionality?
Yes, the Doran Wheelchair Scale is highly versatile, maximizing utility across various clinical needs. It functions effectively as three distinct types of scales:
- Wheelchair Scale: Features a large, low-profile platform designed to accommodate bariatric wheelchairs.
- Stand-on Scale: Operates as a standard, high-capacity medical scale for ambulatory patients.
- Handrail Scale: Provides necessary support and stability for patients who require assistance during the weighing process.
This multi-functional design ensures efficient use of clinical space and streamlines patient throughput.
Is the wheelchair scale easy to move?
Yes, the Doran Wheelchair Scale is designed for high portability and quick deployment, making it ideal for multi-location use in clinical settings. Its design ensures both easy transport and safe setup:
- Effortless Folding and Rolling: The unit folds compactly and rolls effortlessly on four integrated casters, allowing for strain-free movement.
- Assisted Unfolding: Setup is simplified by built-in hydraulic assistance, which helps safely and smoothly unfold the scale.
- Secure Indicator Mast: The indicator mast is held firmly in place by two robust latches, ensuring stability during both operation and transport.
What is the maximum weight capacity?
The Doran Wheelchair Scale is engineered for high-capacity clinical applications, specifically designed to accommodate bariatric patients and equipment. The maximum capacity available for this scale is 1000 lb.
Key features supporting this high capacity and use include:
- A durable frame constructed from aluminum and painted steel.
- A large, low-profile platform designed to easily fit bariatric wheelchairs.
Note: Specific variant configurations are also offered with an 800 lb capacity.
Does the scale have a tare function for different wheelchairs?
The scale includes a tare memory function that can store and recall the weights of up to ten different wheelchairs. This streamlines the weighing process by eliminating the need to re-tare the scale each time.
What advanced features ensure measurement accuracy?
The Doran Wheelchair Scale is engineered with several advanced functions to ensure clinical accuracy and streamline workflow:
- Weight Lock Feature: This essential function compensates for patient movement by stabilizing and holding a precise weight reading, guaranteeing accuracy even when patients are restless.
- Reweigh Feature: Improves efficiency by allowing staff to quickly acquire a second weight measurement without requiring the patient to leave the platform.
- Tare Memory: Simplifies determining the patient’s net weight by storing and recalling the weights for up to ten different wheelchairs.
- Integrated BMI Calculator: Provides immediate Body Mass Index (BMI) assessment, adding clinical value.
The scale also boasts a high maximum capacity of 1000 lb, accommodating bariatric patients securely.
Does the scale offer extended battery life?
Yes, the Doran Wheelchair Scale provides excellent battery longevity for typical clinical use. It operates using six included AA batteries, which offer a typical battery life of approximately one year.
For continuous operation without reliance on batteries, an optional AC adapter is also available.
What durable materials is the scale made of?
The Doran Wheelchair Scale is built using robust, high-quality materials engineered for precision and durability in demanding clinical environments.This construction ensures the scale can handle heavy-duty use and bariatric patients, supporting its high maximum capacity of up to 1000 lb (depending on the variant).
The scale is constructed primarily from:
- Aluminum and Painted Steel: These durable metals form the main structure, providing necessary strength and stability.
- Plastic Trim: Used for finishing accents and non-structural components.
Despite the sturdy construction, the scale is designed for portability, utilizing four casters and built-in hydraulic assistance to fold and roll effortlessly.
Does the scale include advanced data connectivity?
Yes, the Doran Wheelchair Scale offers optional advanced data connectivity features designed for streamlined data management in clinical settings.
These optional features allow for seamless integration with electronic records and data management systems:
- USB and RS-232 Communication: These ports allow you to transfer measured weight and calculated BMI values directly to external computer systems.
- EMR and Printer Output: Patient data can be outputted directly to an existing EMR system or an optional printer.
- Excel Integration: Optional Excelerator software is available to facilitate recording weight and BMI data directly into a PC-based Excel spreadsheet.
- Wi-Fi Capability: Certain configurations of the scale are available with built-in Wi-Fi functionality for wireless data transfer.
Does the scale include a BMI calculator?
Yes, the Doran Wheelchair Scale features a built-in BMI calculator. This is integrated into the system to assist with comprehensive patient assessment directly from the scale display.
Are batteries included for immediate use?
Yes, the Doran Wheelchair Scale includes six AA batteries, ensuring it’s ready for immediate use right out of the box. For continuous power, an optional AC adapter is also available.