1.    Find the Best Place for Your Scale

• When choosing where to place your scale, ensure it will be located on a flat, hard surface and avoid padded or thick carpeted floors.
• If a scale is placed on a surface that isn’t level or adequately supported, weight readings may be inaccurate.

2.    Perform Basic Scale Maintenance

• Check the scale's overall appearance to ensure no apparent signs of damage.
• Inspect the condition of the AC adapter. Make sure it is intact and safe to use.
• Change the batteries when the low-level annunciator is indicated on the display.
• Only use the AC adapter supplied or recommended by the scale manufacturer.

3.    Thoroughly Clean Your Scale

• Before starting the cleaning process, turn the power off and disconnect the scale from the AC power source if using the adapter.
• Clean all external surfaces with a clean, damp cloth or tissue. Mild soap and water solution may be used.
• Dry with a clean, soft cloth.
• Do not immerse the scale in cleaning or other liquid solutions.

4.    Store Your Scale in a Safe Place

• Store your medical scales in a clean, dry place when not used.
• Avoid areas with high humidity and potential for water on the scale.

5.    Learn How to Check Your Scale

• Using bodyweight or consumer barbell weights may not result in true accuracy.
• Use only certified calibration weights to guarantee your scale’s reading is correct.
• Refer to the scale manufacturer's manual for information about the recommended test weight percentage of your scale’s capacity. It is recommended to check your scale with 10% of the scale’s capacity or 100 pounds on a routine basis. This will establish a baseline and determine whether a scale is within acceptable tolerances or needs recalibration.
• Do not shock load or drop weights onto the scale.
• Always place weights in the center of the scale.