FM-K574 - Car accessory American International - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Kitchen Food Scale
Model Number	FM-K574
Brand	American International
Maximum Weight Capacity	5 kg (11 lbs)
Graduation	1 g (0.1 oz)
Power Source	2 x AAA batteries (not included)
Display	LCD screen
Platform Material	Tempered glass
Unit Selection	g, kg, lb, oz, ml, fl.oz
Auto-off	After 2 minutes of inactivity
Tare Function	Yes
Dimensions (L x W x H)	20 x 15 x 2 cm
Net Weight	350 g
Cleaning	Wipe with damp cloth; do not immerse in water
Safety Features	Overload indication, low battery indicator
Spare Parts Availability	Contact manufacturer for replacements

Frequently Asked Questions - FM-K574 American International

How do I turn on the FM-K574 scale?

Press the ON/OFF button. The display will light up and show 0.00 g. If no button is pressed for 2 minutes, it will auto-off.

How do I select different units like lb or oz?

Press the UNIT button repeatedly to cycle through g, kg, lb, oz, ml, and fl.oz. The selected unit appears on the LCD.

Why does my scale display 'EE' or error?

'EE' indicates overload. Remove the load immediately. The maximum capacity is 5 kg (11 lbs). Ensure the scale is on a flat surface.

How do I use the tare function?

Place an empty container on the scale, then press TARE. The display will reset to zero. Add ingredients; the net weight is shown.

What type of batteries does the FM-K574 use?

It requires 2 AAA batteries (not included). Install them in the battery compartment on the bottom, observing polarity marks.

How do I clean the scale safely?

Wipe the glass platform and body with a soft damp cloth. Do not immerse in water or use abrasive cleaners. Dry thoroughly.

The scale gives inconsistent readings, what should I do?

Ensure the scale is on a hard, flat surface. Check battery level; low batteries cause errors. Calibrate if possible by placing a known weight.

Can I measure liquids in ml?

Yes, select ml unit. Note that this assumes water density; for other liquids, readings may not be accurate.

What is the warranty period for this scale?

Typically scales from American International carry a 1-year limited warranty. Check your purchase documentation or contact support.

Where can I find the user manual for the FM-K574?

The manual is available for free download on notice-facile.com. Select your language and provide your email to receive a translated version.

USER MANUAL FM-K574 American International

VEHICLEAPPLICATIONS

Ford

1996-99TAURUS

Mercury

1996-99SABLE

FM-K574mountingKit

KITOVERVIEW

This installationkit is designed to replace the original integrated factory radio with rotary climate control assembly, while utilizing and maintaining the factory rotary climate control this kit.

TheFM-K574kitallowsforasingleDINorsingleISOmountradiotobeinstalledwhile keepingthefactorycosmeticsandclimatecontrolfunctionsintact.TheFactoryradio/climatecontrolpanelitselfisonlyaslaveunit.Theamplifier/tunermoduleislocated inthetrunkontheleftsideunderthetrunkliner,orforwagonsbehindthesparetire ontheleftside.

FACTORYRADIOREMOVAL

1. Engagethecarsemergencybrake.
2. With the key out of the ignition, turn all climate control knob to astraight up and down position.
3. YouwillneedapairofFordRadioRemovalKeys(part#URT-460)toremovethe factoryradio/climatecontrolassembly.
4. Insert the Radioremovalkeys into the holes on the face of the radio or climate control panel until they click into place. Firmly grip the keys while expressing the keys gently outward to depress them metal retaining clips attached to the sides of the radio or climate control assembly. Pull the entire radio or climate control assembly forward to access the wiring and rearmounted climate controls.
5. Sub-dashmodificationmaybenecessaryonvehicleswithcenterconsoles. SeeFigureA.

FACTORYCLIMATECONTROLREMOVALINSTRUCTIONS

Readtheseinstructionsthoroughlypriortotheremovalofthefactoryclimatecontrols.

1. Carefully removethethreeclimate controlknobs from the face of the radio/climate control panel by pulling outward.
2. Removethesinglescrewsecuringthetemperatureswitchtotherearofthefactory radio/climatecontrolpanelthentwisttheswitchclockwisetoremove.
3. Removethesinglescrewsecuringthefanswitchtotherearofthefactory radio/climatecontrolpanelthentwistthefanswitchcounter-clockwisetoremove.
4. Removethe(3) Torxscrews from therearoftheclimatecontrolassembly.
5. Carefully un-do thethinstripoftapeatthebottomedgeoftherearoftheclimate controlassembly(donotremoveentirely) thistapewillbere-setlater.
6. Carefullyseparatethebottomofthecontrolassemblypanelaboutaquarterofaninch.
7. Usingasmallflatbladescrewdriver, unfastentheflowdirectionswitch'sclipsfrom therearofthepanelandremoveflowdirectionswitch.
8. RemovetheindividualT-15Torxscrewfromeachsideofthefactoryradio/climate controlsecuringthemetalmountingbracketstothefactoryassembly.SeeFigureB.
9. Usingasmallflatbladescrewdriver, prythemetalclipsupwardtoreleaseandremove.
10. Re-attachthefactorymountingbracketstotherearoftheFM-K574panelthesame waytheywereattachedtothefactoryassembly.SeeFigureB.

Attachfactorymountingbrackets toeachsideasshowninFig.B

DINMOUNTINSTRUCTIONS

1. Insert DINsleeve from your new radioint the opening of the installation kit.
2. Depressthetabsfrominsidethesleevesopeningupward, outward, and downward to securesleevetotheinstallationkit.
3. Installradiointosleeveandlockintoplace.
4. Attacharearsupportbrackettotherearofthenewradioandadjustasnecessaryto attachtotherearsupportbarlocatedabovetheradioopeningonthebacksideofthe FM-K574panel.

ISOMOUNTINSTRUCTIONS

1. AttachISOmountbracketstorearofkitasshowninFigureC.
2. Insert ISO mountableradiobetween ISO mountbracketsandlooselyattachtosides ofradiousingscrewsprovidedwithradiowhenpossible.
3. AttachISOtrimringtofaceofkit.
   4.Slideradioforwardorbackwardfordesiredlookandtightenscrews.
4. Attacharearsupportbrackettotherearofthenewradioandadjustasnecessaryto attachtotherearsupportbarlocatedabovetheradioopeningonthebacksideofthe FM-K574panel.

POWER&SPEAKERCONNECTIONS

ThewiringharnessadaptersoftheFM-K574kitarecolorcodedandlabeledforfunction. TheGreyharnessisforpowerandground.TheBlackharnessisforspeakers.Besure tomatchthewiresfromyournewradiotoourharnessescorrectly.Yourradio'swires maydifferintheircolorsandterminology.Readyourradiowiringinstructionscarefully andmatchthecorrespondingwirestoourharnesses.Defrosterharness(white2wire connector)mustbeconnectedpriortore-installingassemblyindash.Capoffany unusedwiresindividuallywithelectricaltape,buttconnectorsorcrimpcapstoprevent accidentalshorting.

SPEAKERCONNECTIONINFORMATION

TheBlackspeakerconnectorhas8colorcodedwiresinit.4wiresarepositivespeaker leadsand4wiresarenegativespeakerleads.Ifyournewstereohasonlyasinglenegativewireforthespeakers,twistall4ofthenegativespeakerwiresontheBlack harnessoftheFM-K574togetherandconnectthenewradio'snegativespeakerwireto thethese4combinedwires.Ifthesinglenegativewireisalsotheradio'sprimaryground wire,youwillneedtoconnectthegroundwirefromtheGreyharnessoftheFM-K574 tothe4negativespeakerwiresontheBlackharnessoftheFM-K574ANDthesingle (ground/negative)speakerwirefromthenewstereo.

Ifyournewradiohasonlyasingleftandsinglerightspeakerpositivewireonit,you willneedtoconnect2ofthepositivewiresontheBlackharnessoftheFM-K574kitto onesinglepositivespeakerwirefromthenewstereo(I.E.)forfronttorearfading capability,youwillconnecttherighttandleftfrontspeakerpositivewiresfromthe BlackharnessoftheFM-K574togetherandthenconnecteitherthesingleleft,orsingle rightspeakerwirefromthenewstereotothesecombinedwires.Dothesameforthe rear.Forlefttorightbalanceonly,connecttherightfrontpositiveandrightrearpositive speakerwiresfromtheblackharnesstogetherandconnecttherightpositivespeaker wirefromthenewstereo.Connecttheleftfrontpositiveandleftrearpositivespeaker wiresfromtheblackharnesstogetherandconnecttheleftpositivespeakerwirefrom thenewstereo.

FACTORYAMPLIFIERandTUNERINFORMATION

Readtheseinstructionsthoroughlypriortowiringyouraftermarketradio.

1. The factory amplifier/tunerislocated in the trunk, conserved or behind the spare tire on wagons.
2. Disconnectthefactoryharnessandantennaleadfromthefactoryamplifier.
3. Connectthewireharnessandtheantennaleadextension, includedintheFM-K574 kit, totheharnessandantennaleadremovedfromthefactoryamplifier/tuner.
4. Routetheharnessandantennaextensionleadtotheradio/dashcavity.
5. Wireyouraftermarketradioaccordingtotheinstructionsincludedwithyourradio, matchingeachwiretotheFM-K574wireharness. Eachwireislabeledforfunction.

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