Model 3804
Digital Kitchen Scale
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing a Taylor® digital kitchen scale. Your Taylor ® scale is an example of
superior design and craftsmanship. Please read this instruction manual carefully before use.
Keep these instructions handy for future reference.
Battery Information
This scale operates on one 3 volt CR2032 lithium battery (installed). There is a strip under the
lithium battery cover to prevent battery drain in shipping. Please remove the strip before
continuing with these instructions. Also, some models have a static cling label on the lens to
prevent scratching. Please remove before use.
Replace the battery when the Low Battery warning " " or "Lo" appears on the display, or the
readings grow dim or irregular. To replace the battery:
1. Use one 3 volt CR2032 lithium battery.
2. Remove screw (or screws) from the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the scale
and remove the cover.
3. Remove the old battery from the compartment.
4. Place the new battery with the "+" sign up into the battery compartment.
5. Replace the battery compartment cover and screw(s).
NOTE: Please recycle or dispose of batteries per local regulations.
WARNING: Batteries may pose a choking hazard. As with all small items, do not let children
handle batteries. If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
PRECAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak. Remove the
battery if the scale will not be used for a long period of time.
General Weighing Operation
1. Place the scale on a hard, level surface.
2. Press the "ON/OFF" button to turn the scale on. The display will show "
" and then zero
when it is ready for use. If the display does not show zero, press the "TARE/ZERO" button to
reset (tare) the scale to zero.
3. Your scale weighs in pounds/ounces (lb), ounces (oz) or grams (g). Press the "UNITS" button
to change the units of measurement.
4. Place the item to be weighed on the center of the platform. The weight will display. As you
add weight, the weight displayed increases. A "○" symbol on the display indicates the weight is
stable.
5. The scale will turn off automatically after approximately 1 minute of non-use or if there is no
change in weight after approximately 3 minutes. Press the "ON/OFF" button to turn the scale off
manually.