Instruction manual

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KG-Series Manual
4.4. Care & Maintenance
Please read all operating instructions carefully before use. Scales are precision instruments and should
always be handled with proper care. To ensure years of reliable service, keep these simple tips in mind:
•Donotexceedthescalesmaximumcapacity.Overloadingyourscalecanpermanentlydamageit!
•Avoidexposuretoextremeheatorcold.Scalesperformbestatnormalroomtemperature.Iftemperatures
have changed dramatically, recalibration may be necessary.
•Allowyourscaletowarmupforthreehoursbeforeperforminginitialcalibration.
•Storeyourscaleinaclean,drylocation.Dust,dirt,andmoisturecanaccumulateontheweighingsensors
and electronics causing inacuracy or malfunction.
•Avoidstaticelectricitysources,astheycanhaveanadverseeectontheweighingsensors.
•Alwaysweighonaatandlevelsurface,freefromvibrationsanddrafts.Thecornerofaroomisusuallythe
most stable.
•Gentlyapplyallitemstobeweighed.Donotdropitemsontotheweighingplatform.
•Avoiddroppingyourscale.Thewarrantydoesnotcoverdamageduetoroughtreatmentoroverload.
•Keeptheweighingpancleanusingasoftcloth.Donotuseharshchemicals.
4.5. Troubleshooting
Problem: The display shows “F - - -”
Solution: 1. The weight on the scale is in excess of the rated capacity. Remove the excess weight.
2. The balance may be improperly calibrated. Try recalibration (Section 3.7)
Problem: The display uctuates.
Solution: 1. Vibration or wind is interfering with the measurement. Try using the balance in a more
stable location.
2. Electronic balances can be aected by static electricity and radio waves. Make sure the
area is static free and away from any radio wave emitting devices such as cordless phones
and computers.
3. The item on the platform is in motion. Wait for it to stabilize or try supporting it with
whatever means is convenient.
Problem: The scale is weighing inaccurately.
Solution: 1. The scale requires recalibration. Follow the steps in Section 3.7.
2. The TARE feature has been used improperly. Remove the items and try again.
3. The balance is not level. Adjust the leveling feet until the bubble level is centered.
4. Battery power may be low (the “ ” symbol will appear). Replace the batteries.