Etekcity EK5250 - Digital Kitchen Scale Manual

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Manual (12 pages)

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Table of Contents

Contents

1 Package Contents
2 Specifications
3 Increments
4 Function Diagram
5 Digital Display
6 Setup
7 Scale Operation
8 Maintenance
9 Troubleshooting
- 9.1 Scale does not turn on
- 9.2 Reading is inaccurate
10 Safety Information
11 Customer Support
12 Documents / Resources
- 12.1 Download manual

Etekcity EK5250 - Digital Kitchen Scale Manual

Package Contents

1 x Digital Kitchen Scale
1 x Plastic Bowl
2 x 1.5V AAA Batteries (Pre-Installed)
1 x Quick Start Guide

Specifications

Weight Capacity		176 oz / 11 lb / 5000 g / 5000 mL
Units		oz / lb: oz / fl'oz (water/milk) / g / mL (water/milk)
Auto-Off		120 seconds
Battery		2 x 1.5V AAA batteries
Dimensions	Scale	8.4 x 6.7 x 1.3 in / 21.4 x 16.9 x 3.3 cm
	Bowl	8.9 x 7.1 x 1.7 in / 22.5 x 18.1 x 4.2 cm

Increments

Measurement Unit	Item Weight	Increment
g	< 1000 g	0.1 g
g	1000–5000 g	1 g
oz	< 35 oz	0.01 oz
oz	35–176 oz	0.05 oz

Function Diagram

Bowl
Digital Scale
Weighing Surface
Unit Switching Button
Digital Display
Power/TARE Button
Battery Compartment
Anti-Skid Padding

Note: Do not put the plastic bowl in a dishwasher.

Digital Display

Tare Function
Weight Measurement
Negative Weight Value
Weighing Mode
Measurement Unit

Setup

Remove rubber pieces around the scale before using.
Open the battery compartment on the underside of the scale.
Remove the insulation strip to activate the batteries. [Figure 1.1]
Replace the battery cover.
Press to turn on the scale.

Scale Operation

Tips

For accurate results, always place the scale on a hard, dry, flat surface, and keep the scale away from dirt, dust, vibration, wind, air currents, and electromagnetic interference.
When you turn on the scale, choose units, or use the tare function, always wait for the scale to read " " before attempting measurement.

Measurement

Press to turn on the scale. Press UNIT to select your desired measuring unit, which will show at the top of the display.
1. Weight: Choose between grams ("g") or both pounds and ounces ("lb: oz").
2. Volume: Scale measures in milliliters ("mL") and fluid ounces ("fl'oz"). Select the water ( ) or milk ( ) option. [Figure 2.1]
  Note: If you're using the bowl or another container to hold the items or liquid you're measuring, first place the empty container on the scale. Press to tare the container's weight (see Tare Function)
Gently place your item on the scale. The display will show the weight or volume.
Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn off the scale.

Note:

To reset the scale, remove all weight from the platform and press .
To conserve battery power, the scale will automatically turn off after 2 minutes of inactivity.

Tare Function
Whenever you measure items or liquids inside the included bowl, you can use the tare function to remove the bowl's weight from the final measurement. You can also use other containers in place of the bowl.
Tare Function - Step 1

Place the bowl on the scale. The display will show the bowl's weight. [Figure 3.1]
Press . The display will show " " again. [Figure 3.2]
Place liquid or items in the bowl. The scale will measure the liquid or items without including the weight of the bowl. [Figure 3.3]
When you're done, reset the scale by removing all weight and pressing again.

Maintenance

Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the surface of the scale, followed by a dry, soft cloth to wipe away any moisture.
You can use a dry, soft cloth to wipe dust off the scale.
Do not wash the plastic bowl in the dishwasher. Hand wash only.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Solution
LCD display shows " ".	Battery power is low. Install 2 new 1.5V AAA batteries.
Scale does not turn on	Batteries may not be properly installed. Insert batteries under the correct polarity as marked in battery compartment.
Scale does not turn on	Battery power is low. Install 2 new 1.5V AAA batteries.
Display shows " ".	Maximum weight capacity has been exceeded. Remove items from scale to avoid damage.
Reading is inaccurate	Scale may not be level. Place scale on a level surface.
Reading is inaccurate	Reset the scale's tare measurement, making sure it reads "0" before measuring (see Tare Function).

If your problem is not listed, please contact Customer Support.

Safety Information

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To avoid damage to this scale, please read and follow all instructions and safety guidelines in this manual.

Scale

Do not exceed the 11 lb / 5000 g weight capacity, as this will damage the scale. An error indicator will appear on the LCD display if the limit is exceeded.
Do not immerse the scale in water or any liquid. If liquid is spilled on the digital display or buttons, immediately wipe the scale dry with a soft cloth to avoid internal damage.
Handle with care. This scale is not intended for commercial or heavy-duty use.
Keep the scale in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to damp environments or extreme temperatures.
Household useonly.

Batteries

Do not mix new and old batteries.
If the low battery indicator (" ") appears on the display, replace the batteries.
If the scale is not in use for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to conserve battery life and extend the lifetime of the scale.

Customer Support

If you have any questions or concerns about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team.
Etekcity Corporation
1202 N. Miller St., Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806
Email: support@etekcity.com
Toll-Free: (855) 686-3835

Support Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm PST/PDT
*Please have your invoice and order ID ready before contacting Customer Support.

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