on, or of any other container placed on top of the scales, press the TARE button, the display
will show "0". Do this procedure before you place the food on the scales.
NB: Whether the container is placed on the platform before you switch the scale on, the
scale will exclude the container weight automatically.
Negative Value
The tare usually appears as a negative number, when all weight is removed from the
scales. Press the TARE button again to reset the item.
ON/OFF switching
Press the TARE key to switch the scale on and off. The scale switches itself off, after some
seconds of non-use.
Overload indicator
When the weight exceeds the scale capacity (5 kg), the display shows: "EEEEE". Remove
the excessive weight immediately in order to avoid product damages.
Low battery indicator
Whether the display shows "LO", this means that batteries are flat and it is necessary
to replace them. Open the batteries compartment, placed under the scale, and replace
batteries by new ones, respecting the polarities shown in the compartment itself . Close
the battery compartment. The supplied batteries are for trial use only and they may have
a shorter life.
Note: Do not mix new batteries with old batteries. Always use batteries of the same type.
Remove batteries if device is not used for a long period of time.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Place always the product on a flat and stable surface. Please clean the appliance with a
damp and soft cloth avoiding any water seepage inside the scale. Do not use chemical
detergents. Never deep the product into water. Avoid shaking, dropping or shocking the
scale. This is a precision instrument and must be handled with care. Never try to repair the
scale by yourself but always address to specialized centers; otherwise, the warranty will
be not valid anymore. It is advisable to store the scale in a clean place. Dust, dirt, moisture,
vibration, air currents, can all cause an adverse effect on the reliability and accuracy of
your scale.
When the unit is not used for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove battery, as
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