Tanita BF-350
Tanita · Model BF-350
Rugged design with a proven track record of reliability. Suitable for automated applications within a kiosk setting. Within 5% of DEXA, at a fraction of the cost. EMR ready with straightforward digital outputs. 440 pound weight capacity suitable for all but the very obese patients. Wireless Options include ANT and WiFi.
Key tips
- ·Mounting and securement hardware takes real fatigue from vibration and road shock - inspect it as carefully as the device itself.
- ·Post-call battery and function checks catch transport-induced faults that a scheduled PM would miss for months.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Inaccurate weight / will not calibrate
HighSymptoms: Reading disagrees with certified test weights, drifts, or fails calibration.
Root cause: Load-cell drift or damage, a binding platform / linkage, or a calibration fault.
Will not zero / unstable reading
MediumSymptoms: Reading will not settle or return to zero, jumps around.
Root cause: Something fouling the platform, a damaged load cell, or electrical noise / a loose connector.
Display / keypad fault
MediumSymptoms: Missing segments, unresponsive keys, error code on power-up.
Root cause: Display or keypad membrane fault, or a main-board fault.
Battery / power fault
MediumSymptoms: Will not power on, short battery life, only works on mains.
Root cause: Aged battery or a power / adapter fault.
Mechanical / handrail / seat fault (chair & bed scales)
LowSymptoms: Wobble, worn castors, loose seat or handrail, folding mechanism stiff.
Root cause: Worn castors, hardware, or the folding mechanism.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Load cell(s)
Recalibrate with certified weights after replacement.
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Display / main board
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Keypad membrane
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Fairly easy
Battery / power adapter
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Easy
Castors / seat / handrail hardware
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Fairly easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Load cell(s) Recalibrate with certified weights after replacement. | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Display / main board | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Keypad membrane | Periodic replacement | $ | Fairly easy |
| Battery / power adapter | Periodic replacement | $ | Easy |
| Castors / seat / handrail hardware | Periodic replacement | $ | Fairly easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Post-call function and battery check
- ·Mounting / securement inspection
- ·Annual full PM and vibration-tolerance check
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Inaccurate or will not calibrate
- Confirm the scale is on a firm, level surface with nothing touching the platform.
- Check with certified test weights across the range.
- Inspect the load-cell mounts and linkage for binding or debris.
- Run the calibration procedure per the manual.
- Replace the load cell(s) if it will not hold calibration.
Symptom: Will not zero / unstable
- Clear anything fouling or bridging the platform.
- Reseat the load-cell connector at the indicator.
- Move away from strong RF / vibration sources.
- Re-zero / tare.
- Replace a damaged load cell.
Technical Specs
- Length
- 13.5 in
- Weight
- 16.5 lbs
- Kind
- Standing
- Width
- 13.5 in
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Ambulance / transport vehicles
- Emergency Department
- Inter-facility transport teams
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