Explanation of Terminology
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Capacity (Maximum Capacity): This shows the
maximum weight that can be measured by the scale
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Increment (Minimum Graduation): This shows the
interval of the numeric value change on the digital
display
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Tare: The towel, blanket, etc, used when measuring
the infant weight is called "tare" Measuring the infant
weight after subtracting the weight of the blanket is
called "tare weighing"
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Pre-feed: Before feed or prior to feed
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Post-feed: After feed or following feed
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