MouseScale Manual
Thank you for purchasing the American Weigh
MouseScale digital scale. 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.
temperatures have changed dramatically, recalibration
may be necessary.
• Allow your scale to warm up for 30-60 seconds
before performing calibration (if available).
• Store your scale in a clean, dry location. Dust, dirt,
and moisture can accumulate on the weighing sensors
and electronics causing innacuracy or malfunction.
• Avoid using your scale in close proximity to strong
radio wave emitting devices such as computers, cash
registers, and cordless phones.
• Always weigh on a flat andlevel 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 droooino your scale. The warranty does not
to rough treatment or ovenoad.
I.
MOUSE OPERATION
This device is plug-and-play, designed to work without
the need for installing drivers.
1. Plug the small end of the included USB cable into
the Mouse Scale.
2. Insert the large end of the USB cable into an open
USB port on your computer.
3. The computer should recognize the new input
device momentarily and begin working.
NOTE: You should leave the Mouse Scale plugged
into your USB port for one hour to fully charge before
using the scale unplugged.
11. SCALE OPERATION
Place the scale on a horizontal flat surface.
1. Press [
(I) I
key.
2. Wait until "0.0" or is displayed.
3. Place the object(s) on the weighing platform.
4. By pressing the [ M
I
key, you can switch between
weighing units.
5. The removable cover can also be used as a
weighing tray.
6. To turn the scale off, press and hold the [
(I) I
key.
111. TARE WEIGHING
1. Turn on the scale as described above.
2. Place a tray or container on the scale platform.
3. Press
[(I) I
briefly, then release. "0.0" will be
displayed.
4. You can now add items to the container or tray to
obtain just the weight of the contents.
5. When the container is removed, a negative number
will be dlsplayed. Press [(I») agaln to zero the scale.
IV. CALISRATION
This scale has come pre-calibrated at the factory. Only
re-calibrate if you are experiencing trouble weighing.
MSC-100 uses a 100g calibration weighl
MSC-600 uses a 500g calibration weighl
A. MSC-100 Calibration:
1. Turn the scale OFF.
2. While holding the [M ) key, tap the
[(I) I
key to turn
the scale on then release both keys.
3. The display will show a random number, press the
[M) key again.
4. The display will flash "100.00". Place the required
on the platform and wait for 3 seconds.
display will show "PASS" and "100.00". Remove
the weight and press
[(I) I
to turn the scale off.
Calibration is complete!
S, MSC-600 Calibratlon:
1. Turn the scale OFF.
2. While holding the [M) key, tap the [(I») key
10
turn
the scale on then release both keys.
3. The display will show a random number, press the
[(I) I
key again.
4. The display will show "Zero" followed "500.0". Place
the required weight on the platform Ihen press the
[(I») key again.
5. The display will show "CAL PASS". Remove the
. .
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