VTBAL30 - Measuring equipment VELLEMAN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VTBAL30 VELLEMAN

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USER MANUAL 3

HANDLEIDING 7

MODE D'EMPLOI 11

MANUAL DEL USUARIO 15

To all residents of the European Union

Important environmental information about this product

This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.

If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.

Thank you for choosing Velleman! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, don't install or use it and contact your dealer.

2. Safety Instructions

	Keep this device away from children and unauthorized users.
	This device can be used by children aged from 8 years and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the device in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the device. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
	Do not disassemble or open the cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the device. Refer to an authorized dealer for service and/or spare parts.
		Keep this device away from dust and extreme temperatures.
		Indoor use only. Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing and dripping liquids. Never put objects filled with liquids on top of or close to the device.

3. General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.

Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force when operating the device.

• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.
• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.
• Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.
• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
• Do not switch the device on immediately after it has been exposed to changes in temperature. Protect the device against damage by leaving it switched off until it has reached room temperature.
• Keep this manual for future reference.

4. Features

• flat, portable design with stainless steel platform
  • display with blue backlight
• selectable weighing units: gram, ounce, troy ounce, carat, pennyweight and grains
• auto calibration
• low battery and overload indication
• auto power off
  • 2 clear trays included

5. Overview

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

1	on-off button
2	mode button
3	LCD display

4	piece-counting button
5	tare button

6. Battery

Warning: Do not puncture batteries or throw them in fire as they may explode. Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries (alkaline). Dispose of batteries in accordance with local regulations. Keep batteries away from children.

1. Remove the plastic cover off the battery compartment.
2. Clean the contacts with a dry cloth. Insert two AAA batteries, making sure the positive (+) and negative (-) symbols on the batteries match the symbols inside the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover and close the battery compartment.

Remove the batteries if you are no longer using the device or if the device is left unused for an extended period of time. Remove used batteries promptly.

7. Operation

Before first use, remove the plastic tab to allow the batteries to touch the contacts. Place the scale on a flat and stable, non-slippery surface.

7.1 Switching On/Off

1. Press the on-off button to switch on the scale. The scale is ready-for-use after a brief initialization.
2. Press the mode button and select the weighing unit.

7.2 How to Weigh

1. Gently place the item to be weighed onto the platform and read the weight on the LCD display.

7.3 Using the Tare Function

1. Gently place the container onto the platform and wait for the display to stabilise.
2. Briefly press the tare button. The display will set to zero.
3. You may now add the item to be weighed in the container and read the weight on the LCD display.

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7.4 Using the Counting Function

1. Prepare a sample quantity (25, 50, 75 or 100 pieces) of the item you want to count.
2. Put all the pieces on the platform. Press and hold the piece-counting button. Select the matching quantity with the mode button. Press the piece-counting button to confirm.
3. Switch off the scale and switch it on again. Press the piece-counting button once and place the items on the platform. Read the number from the display.

7.5 Calibration

1. Press and hold the mode button until the display shows CAL.
2. Press the mode button again. The display shows the required calibration weight. Put that weight on the platform.
3. The display shows PASS to indicate calibration has been successful.

8. Cleaning and Maintenance

This device does not need any particular maintenance. Occasionally wipe with a damp cloth to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents.

9. Technical Specifications

capacity 500 g
resolution....0.01 g
tare range 0-500 g
operating temperature 10 °C - 30 °C
power supply 2 x AAA (LR03, incl.)
dimensions 110 x 130 x 20 mm

Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman nv cannot be held responsible in the event of damage or injury resulting from (incorrect) use of this device. For more info concerning this product and the latest version of this manual, please visit our website www.velleman.eu. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.

© COPYRIGHT NOTICE

The copyright to this manual is owned by Velleman nv. All worldwide rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or otherwise without the prior written consent of the copyright holder.

HANDLEIDING

1. Inleiding

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Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty

Since its foundation in 1972, Velleman® acquired extensive experience in the electronics world and currently distributes its products in over 85 countries.

All our products fulfil strict quality requirements and legal stipulations in the EU. In order to ensure the quality, our products regularly go through an extra quality check, both by an internal quality department and by specialized external organisations. If, all precautionary measures notwithstanding, problems should occur, please make appeal to our warranty (see guarantee conditions).

General Warranty Conditions Concerning Consumer Products (for EU):

• All consumer products are subject to a 24-month warranty on production flaws and defective material as from the original date of purchase.
• Velleman® can decide to replace an article with an equivalent article, or to refund the retail value totally or partially when the complaint is valid and a free repair or replacement of the article is impossible, or if the expenses are out of proportion.
  You will be delivered a replacing article or a refund at the value of 100% of the purchase price in case of a flaw occurred in the first year after the date of purchase and delivery, or a replacing article at 50% of the purchase price or a refund at the value of 50% of the retail value in case of a flaw occurred in the second year after the date of purchase and delivery.

- Not covered by warranty:

• all direct or indirect damage caused after delivery to the article (e.g. by oxidation, shocks, falls, dust, dirt, humidity...), and by the article, as well as its contents (e.g. data loss), compensation for loss of profits;
• consumable goods, parts or accessories that are subject to an aging process during normal use, such as batteries (rechargeable, non-rechargeable, built-in or replaceable), lamps, rubber parts, drive belts... (unlimited list);
• flaws resulting from fire, water damage, lightning, accident, natural disaster, etc....;
• flaws caused deliberately, negligently or resulting from improper handling, negligent maintenance, abusive use or use contrary to the manufacturer's instructions;
• damage caused by a commercial, professional or collective use of the article (the warranty validity will be reduced to six (6) months when the article is used professionally);
• damage resulting from an inappropriate packing and shipping of the article;
• all damage caused by modification, repair or alteration performed by a third party without written permission by Velleman®.
• Articles to be repaired must be delivered to your Velleman® dealer, solidly packed (preferably in the original packaging), and be completed with the original receipt of purchase and a clear flaw description.
• Hint: In order to save on cost and time, please reread the manual and check if the flaw is caused by obvious causes prior to presenting the article for repair. Note that returning a non-defective article can also involve handling costs.
• Repairs occurring after warranty expiration are subject to shipping costs.
• The above conditions are without prejudice to all commercial warranties.

The above enumeration is subject to modification according to the article (see article's manual).

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