A300118 - Kitchen scale BARTSCHER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL A300118 BARTSCHER

Digital Bartscher digital kitchen scale with control buttons and display (no visible text or symbols on the device itself)

A300117 / A300118

Bedienungsanleitung

Electronic kitchen scale

from page 15 to 28

GB/UK

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1. General information.... 16

1.1 Information about the instruction manual 16
1.2 Key to symbols.... 16
1.3 Liability and Warrantees.... 17
1.4 Copyright protection 17
1.5 Declaration of conformity.... 17

2.Safety 18

2.1 General information.... 18
2.2 Safety instructions for use of the device.... 18
2.3 Intended use 19

3. Transport, packaging and storage.... 20

3.1 Delivery check.... 20
3.2 Packaging 20
3.3 Storage....20

4. Technical data 21

4.1 Technical specification 21
4.2 Overview of parts 21

5. Installation and operation.... 22

5.1 Safety instructions....22
5.2 Installation and connection.... 22
5.3 Operation 24

6. Cleaning and maintenance.... 27

6.1 Safety advice....27
6.2 Cleaning and storage 27
6.3 Safety instructions for maintenance 28

7. Waste disposal 28

Bartscher GmbH

1.1 Information about the instruction manual

This instruction manual contains information about the installation, operation and maintenance of the device and should be consulted as an important source of information and reference guide.

Awareness of the safety instructions and instructions for use in this manual will ensure the safe and correct use of the device.

In addition to the information given here, you should comply with any local Health and safety Controls and generally applicable safety regulations.

The instruction manual forms part of the product and should be kept near the device and easily accessible for anyone carrying out the installation, servicing, maintenance or cleaning.

1.2 Key to symbols

In this manual, symbols are used to highlight important safety instructions and any advice relating to the device. The instructions should be followed very carefully to avoid any risk of accident, personal injury or material damage.

WARNING!

This symbol highlights hazards, which could lead to injury.

Please follow the instructions very carefully and proceed with particular attention in these cases.

WARNING! Electrical hazard!

This symbol draws attention to potential electrical hazards. If you do not follow the safety instructions, you may risk injury or death.

CAUTION!

This symbol highlights instructions, which should be followed to avoid any risk of damage, malfunctioning and/or breakdown of the device.

NOTE!

This symbol highlights tips and information, which have to be followed for an efficient and trouble-free operation of the device.

1.3 Liability and Warrantees

All the information and instructions in this manual take into account standard safety regulations, current levels of technical engineering as well as the expertise and experience we have developed over the years.

The instruction manual was translated with all due care and attention. However, we do not accept liability for any translation errors. The German version of this instruction manual is definitive.

If the delivery consists of a special model, the actual scope of delivery may differ from the descriptions and illustrations in this manual. This is also the case for special orders or when the device has been modified in line with new technology. If you have any questions, you should contact the manufacturer.

NOTE!

Read the instruction manual carefully before using the device. The manufacturer does not accept liability for any damage or malfunction resulting from not following the instructions for use.

The instruction manual should be kept near the device, easily accessible for anyone wishing to work with or using it. We reserve the right to make technical changes for purposes of developing and improving the useful properties.

1.4 Copyright protection

The instruction manual including any texts, drawings, images or other illustrations is copyright. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted or used in any form or by any means without permission in writing from the manufacturer. Any person who commits any unauthorized act in relation to this publication shall be liable to claims for damages. All rights reserved.

NOTE!

The contents, texts, drawings, pictures and any other illustrations are copyright and subject to other protection rights. Any person unlawfully using this publication is liable to criminal prosecution.

1.5 Declaration of conformity

The device complies with the current standards and directives of the EU.

We certify this in the EC declaration of conformity.

If required we will be glad to send you the according declaration of conformity.

2.Safety

This section provides an overview of all important safety aspects.

In addition every chapter provides precise safety advice for the prevention of dangers which are highlighted by the use of the above mentioned symbols.

Furthermore, attention should be paid to all pictograms, markers and labels on the device, which must be kept in a permanent state of legibility.

By following all the important safety advice you gain an optimal protection against all hazards as well as the assurance of a safe and trouble-free operation.

2.1 General information

This device is designed in accordance with the presently applicable technological standards. However, the device can pose a danger if handled improperly and inappropriately.

Knowing the contents of the instruction manual as well as avoiding mistakes and thus operating this device safely and in a fault-free manner is very essential to protect yourselves from the hazards.

To prevent hazards and to ensure optimum efficiency, no modifications or alterations to the device that are not explicitly approved by the manufacturer may be undertaken.

This device may only be operated in technically proper and safe condition.

2.2 Safety instructions for use of the device

The specifications regarding the industrial safety are based on the Regulations of the European Union applicable at the time of manufacturing the device.

If the device is used commercially, the user is obliged to ensure that the said industrial safety measures concur with the state of the rules and regulations applicable at the time in question for the entire period of use of the device and to comply with the new specifications.

Outside the European Union, the industrial safety laws applicable at the place of installation of the device and the regional territorial provisions must be complied with.

Besides the industrial safety instructions in the instruction manual, the general safety and accident prevention regulations as well as environment protection regulations applicable for area of application of the device must be followed and complied with.

CAUTION!

The device is not intended for use by individuals (including children) with physical or mental disabilities, insufficient experience, and/or insufficient knowledge unless such persons are under the care of a person responsible for their safety or have received instructions regarding appropriate use of the device.
o. Children should be observed to ensure that they are not playing with the device.
o Preserve this manual safely. When passing on/selling the device to a third party, the manuals must be handed over along with the device.
○ Every person using the device must act in accordance to the manuals and under consideration of the safety advice.
- The device is to be used indoors only.

2.3 Intended use

Safe operation is only guaranteed when using the device for its intended purpose.

Any technical interventions, as well as assembly and maintenance are to be made by a qualified customer service only.

The electronic kitchen scale is intended only for weighing objects from 5 g (2 g) to 15 kg.

CAUTION!

Any use going beyond the intended purpose and/or any different use of the device is forbidden and is not considered as conventional.

Any claims against the manufacturer or his authorized representative as a consequence of experiencing damages resulting from unconventional use are impossible.

The operator is liable for all damages resulting from inappropriate use.

3. Transport, packaging and storage

3.1 Delivery check

Please check the delivery upon completeness and transport damage immediately after receipt. In case of visible damage do not accept or accept the delivery with reservation only.

Note the extent of damage on the carrier's bill of delivery. Trigger off the complaint. Hidden damages should be reclaimed immediately after notice, as claims for damages can only be asserted within the effective period for complaints.

3.2 Packaging

Please do not throw away the covering carton of your device as it might be useful for storage purposes, when moving or, in case of damages, when the device must be sent back to a repair center. The outer and inner packing material should be removed completely from the device before installation.

NOTE!

If you liked to dispose the packing, consider the regulations applicable in your country. Supply re-usable packing materials to the recycling.

Please inspect the device upon completeness. In case any part is missing please contact our customer service center immediately.

3.3 Storage

Keep the package closed until installation and under consideration of the outside indicated positioning- and storage markings.

Packages should be stored under consideration of the following:

• Do not store outdoors.
• Keep it dry and dust-free.
• Do not expose it to aggressive media.
• Do not expose it to direct sunlight.
• Avoid mechanical shocks and vibration.
• In case of longer storage (> 3 months) make sure you check the state of the packaging and the parts regularly. If required refresh or renew.

4. Technical data

4.1 Technical specification

Name Electronic kitchen scale
Article no.:	A300.117 A300.	118
Material:	housing: plastic;weighing platform: stainless steel
Precision: 5 g
Capacity: from 5 g to 15 kg from 2 g to 15 kg
Division: 5 g 2 g
Taring: 15 kg
Power: 230 V 50 Hz 4 W
Dimensions: W 280 x D 330 x H 125 mm
Weighing platform dimensions: W 280 x H 220 mm
Weight: 2.8 kg
Accessories: 1 rechargeable battery, 1 power adapter
Other information: Not for legal trade

We reserve the right to make technical changes!

4.2 Overview of parts

DC 12V ⑥ ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ C 12 V Dernscher

① Weighing platform

② Housing

③ Feet

④ ON/OFF power switch

⑤ Control panel

⑥ Power cable outlet DC 12 V

5. Installation and operation

5.1 Safety instructions

WARNING! Danger of electric shock!

Improper installation may cause injury!

Prior to installation, ensure compatibility of the local power grid with the unit's specifications (see label on unit). Only connect the device when compatible!

Improper installation may cause serious damage to the unit and injury to people. Follow all safety instructions!

• Before connecting the device to a power source, ensure the voltage given on the device's label is appropriate to the voltage in the user's home (230 V / 50 Hz).
• Only connect the device to a single outlet; do not use extension cords or power strips to avoid electrical interference.
• Do not use the device if it is malfunctioning, damaged or has been dropped.
• Do not use accessories or spare parts that are not recommended by the producer. The may cause a threat to the user, damage the device or lead to injuries. Using such accessories and parts also voids the warranty.
• Do not place objects on the kitchen scale whose weight exceeds the scale's capacity.

5.2 Installation and connection

• Unpack the device and recycle all packing material.
• Place the kitchen scale on a flat surface. Place the weighing platform on the scale.
• Adjust the scale's height using the feet and the bubble level (at the bottom-left of the control panel). The air bubble should be located in the center of the circle.

Correct Wrong

- Do not expose the kitchen scale to direct sunlight - this may lead to discoloration or malfunctioning.

• Keep the scale away from water and other liquids – the scale is not water resistant. Electric shock, injuries and electric damages can be caused if the scale is operated in wet surroundings.
• Do not use the scale in places where it may be exposed to dirt, wind, vibrations, large temperature changes or in places where magnetic fields are present.
• Do not place the device near radiators, heaters or air conditioning devices.
• Avoid putting the device in places where flammable or corrosive gases may be present.
• To use the device with the power adapter attached, first insert the proper plug into the rear of the device, then insert the other end of the cord into a single, grounded outlet.
• The device should be set up so that the power cable can quickly be removed from the socket if necessary.

ATTENTION!

Only use the device together with the original manufacturer's power adapter. Other adapters may cause permanent electrical damage.

• The device can also be used with the installed battery. The battery is charged via the power adapter Full charging takes around 8 hours. A fully-charged battery will provide around 120 hours of use.
• When the digital display shows the symbol, it is time to connect the kitchen scale to a power source for recharging.
• Before using the kitchen scale, wait a few minutes for it to adjust to the ambient temperature.

5.3 Operation

Control panel

TARE Lb oz Kg Bartscher 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 15 kg | 2 g

Buttons and their functions

	Marking Function
7	Button "ZERO" for TARE	Zeroes the display or subtracts the weight of a container.
8	Button "UNITS" Selects unit of measurement (kg/g/lb/oz).
9	Button "LIGHTING"	Turn on/off digital display lighting.
10	Indicator "UNIT"	Displays the chosen unit of measurement.
11	Control light "Charge level"	During charging, this control light is red; when the battery is charged, it is green.
12	Indicator "STABLE"	Indicates if values are stable.
13	Bubble level	Indicates if unit is level (Section 5.2 "Setup and connection").
14	Digital display Shows selected functions and weight.
15	Indicator "ZERO" for TARE	Indicates that the scale has been tarred to zero.
16	Indicator "recharge BATT."	Indicates that the battery needs to be recharged.
17	Indicator "TARE"	Indicates that the kitchen scale is being tarred

Turning the device on/off

To turn the device on, ensure there is nothing on the weighing platform and press the ON/OFF switch on the right-front of the device.
- The digital display will show all possible indicators for a moment, then the maximum scale value and division, and finally the display will read "0.000 kg", ▶○◀ and ○.
- To turn the device off, press the ON/OFF switch again.

Digital display lighting

- By pressing the button marked 🎨 on the control panel, the digital display can be lit up. It will come on when an object is placed on the weighing platform.

Selecting unit of measure

- To select a unit of measure, press the button marked with the desired unit (kg, g, lb, oz) appears next to the weight on the digital display.

Conversion table

Unit Name Grams
kg	Kilogram 1000.0 g
lb	Pound 453.59237 g
oz	Ounce 28.3495231	25 g

Weighing

• Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the scale on.
  When the digital display reads "0.000" and the stability indicator, you can begin weighing. If other values appear, press the button marked ▶, so the device displays "0.000".

If a container is not used during weighing:

Place the object(s) to be weighed on the weighing platform. When it is stable, the digital display will read ☐ as well as the weight of the object(s) in the selected unit.

If a container is used during weighing:

Place the empty container on the weighing surface until the stability indicator is shown, then press the button marked ▶ to set the value to "0.000".

When the container is removed from the weighing platform, the digital display will show a negative value. Place the object(s) to be weighed in the container, then place the container on the weighing surface. When the stability indicator is shown, the net weight will then be displayed (without the container).

Press the button marked ▶○◀, to reset the display to "0.000" and cancel this weighing mode.

Calibration

○ Calibration may be required after the device is set up, or when it has been transported a long distance.
- It is necessary because the weight of a mass in one place is not always equal to the weight in another place. Time and use may also result in decalibration.
Before entering calibration mode, turn the device on. Turn it off after about 1 minute.
○ Next, simultaneously press and hold the buttons marked kg/lb and 🔒, then turn the device on again. Release the buttons. After a test phase, the device will enter calibration mode and the digital display will read "CAL". After 2 seconds the digital display will read "0.000" or the value previously used for calibration.
- The displayed value cannot be changed. Press buttons kg/lb until the desired calibration weight appears.
○ Next, place the displayed weight of calibration on the weighing platform and wait until the stability indicator appears on the digital display.
- Press and hold the button marked ▶○◀ until the calibration weight is displayed. When the weight used for calibration is displayed, the process is completed.
- If the value exceeds ± 10% of the weight entered, the digital display will read "Err c". Repeat the calibration process.

Charging the battery

When the digital display shows the symbol charge battery, this means that the battery's charge level is too low and needs to be charged quickly. Connect the kitchen scale to a power source using the adapter

If you continue using the kitchen scale, on the digital display the symbol 📄

will begin to flash, and the scale will turn off automatically.

If the kitchen scale stops functioning without being connected to a power source, it means that the battery is too old. Contact a sales agent or customer service department to order a new battery.

If the kitchen scale is to remain unused, remove its plug from the socket.

6. Cleaning and maintenance

6.1 Safety advice

o Prior to cleaning or repair, remove the device's plug from its socket.
- Do not use any acid agents and make sure no water ingresses the device.
To protect yourself from electric shock, never immerse the device, its cables and the plug in water or other liquids.

CAUTION!

The device is not suited for direct washing via water jets.

Therefore, you must not use any kind of pressure water jet for cleaning the device!

6.2 Cleaning and storage

• Clean the device regularly.
• Clean the device's housing with a moist, soft cloth and mild cleaning agent.
• The weighing platform may be removed for cleaning. Use only a soft cloth and never apply any cleaning materials that may scratch its surface.

○ After cleaning, dry the surface with a dry cloth.

○ If the scale is to remain unused for a longer time, clean it as described above, then store in a plastic bag in a dry, clean place protected from frost and sunlight, inaccessible to children.
- Do not place any heavy objects on the device.
- To extend the battery life, charge it every 3 months if the device is not in use.

6.3 Safety instructions for maintenance

• Check the mains adapter and the mains lead from time to time to ensure they are not damaged in any way. Never use the device if the lead or adapter is damaged. If the mains adapter or the lead are damaged they must be replaced by a qualified electrician.
• In case of damage or malfunction, please contact your stockist or our customer service centre.
  ○ Only a qualified technician and using original spare parts and accessories should carry out repairs and maintenance of the device. Do not attempt to repair the device yourself.

7. Waste disposal

Discarding old devices

At the end of its service life the discarded device has to be disposed in accordance with the national regulations. It is advisable to contact a company which is specialized in waste disposal, or just contact the local disposal service in your community.

CAUTION

The user is obliged to recycle the battery included with the device, the device itself and the power adapter. Remove the battery from the device and leave it at a collection point. Disconnect the adapter from its power source and recycle the device and adapter at an electronics collection point. Do not dispose of the device together with household waste.

NOTE!

For the disposal of the device please consider and act according to the national and local rules and regulations.

Bartscher GmbH