VTBAL402 - Scale Perel - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electronic precision scale
Brand	Perel
Model	VTBAL402
Material	ABS + stainless steel
Maximum capacity	500 g
Graduation	0.01 g
Units of measurement	g, oz, ozt, dwt, ct, gn
Dimensions	127 x 106 x 18 mm
Net weight	300 g
Power supply	2 AAA 1.5 V batteries (included)
Display	LCD 41 x 14 mm
Main functions	Weighing, tare, piece counting, unit conversion, calibration
Warranty	24 months (domestic use)
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a damp cloth; do not immerse
Safety instructions	Do not disassemble, protect from heat sources, use on a stable surface
Usage	Solid and flat surface, center the object on the platform

Frequently Asked Questions - VTBAL402 Perel

How to turn on the Perel VTBAL402 scale?

Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the scale. The display shows zero when it is ready.

How to use the tare function?

Place the empty container on the scale, press the TARE button to zero, then add the object to be weighed. The net weight is displayed.

How to convert weight units?

Press the M button until the desired unit (g, oz, ozt, dwt, ct, gn) appears on the screen.

How to do piece counting?

Press and hold the PCS button, then press M to choose the sample size (25, 50, 60, 75, 100). Place that number of items on the platform and confirm by pressing PCS. Then, press PCS and place the items to be counted to see the result.

How to calibrate the scale?

Press and hold the M button until the scale enters calibration mode. Briefly press M to display the required weight, then place that weight on the platform. Calibration is performed automatically.

What to do in case of error display?

If the screen shows overload, remove excess weight. If the display flashes, place the scale on a stable and flat surface.

What are the important safety instructions?

Do not disassemble the scale, do not immerse it in water, do not use chemicals or solvents. Protect it from heat sources.

How to clean the Perel VTBAL402 scale?

Use a damp cloth to clean the scale. Never use harsh detergents or solvents. Never immerse the device in liquid.

What type of batteries should be used?

The scale operates with 2 AAA 1.5 V batteries. Batteries are included. Observe polarity when inserting.

What to do if the screen turns off?

Replace the batteries as soon as the display backlight goes out. Open the battery compartment and insert new batteries observing polarity.

USER MANUAL VTBAL402 Perel

Exterior view of a modern digital kitchen scale with a digital display showing 0.00 (no text or symbols on the device itself)

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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 Perel! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, do not install or use it and contact your dealer.

2. Safety Instructions

Read and understand this manual and all safety signs before using this appliance.

• 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.
• Protect this device from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not remove the cover under any conditions. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Never operate this device when its cover is removed.
• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.

3. General Guidelines

• Refer to the Velleman ^® Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.
• 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.
• Nor Velleman Group nv nor its dealers can be held responsible for any damage (extraordinary, incidental or indirect) – of any nature (financial, physical...) arising from the possession, use or failure of this product.
• Keep this manual for future reference.

4. Batteries

WARNING

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

• Open the battery compartment and insert the batteries according to the correct polarity.
• Replace the batteries as soon as the display turns dark.
• Remove the batteries after use.

5. Overview

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

1	unit
2	on-off

3	piece counting
4	tare

6. Operation

6.1 General Operation

1. Place the scale on a solid, level and non-slippery surface.
2. Switch on the scale. The scale is ready-to-use when the display shows 0.
3. Place the item to be weighed or the tare item in the middle of the weighing platform.
4. To tare an item, tap the tare button. Place the item to be weighed on the scale.
5. The weight is displayed.

6.2 Unit Conversion

Press the unit button until the desired weighing unit is displayed.

6.3 Piece Counting

1. Hold the piece-counting button pressed.
2. Press the unit button until the display shows the sample amount (25, 50, 60, 75 or 100). Place the same amount of items in the middle of the weighing platform. Press the piece-counting button to confirm.
3. To count the amount of pieces, press the piece-counting button, place the items in the middle of the weighing platform and read the results from the display.

6.4 Calibration

1. Hold the unit button pressed until the scale enters the calibration mode.
2. Briefly press the unit button. The required weight appears on the display.
3. Place the required weight in the middle of the weighing platform.
4. The scale will calibrate automatically and return to the normal weighing mode.

6.5 Error Indications

Overloaded. Remove excess weight.

Unstable scale. Please re-position the scale.

7. Cleaning and Maintenance

• Occasionally wipe with a damp cloth to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents.
• Do not immerse the device in any liquid.

8. Technical Specifications

power supply.... 2 x 1.5 V AAA batteries (incl.) material.... ABS + stainless steel capacity.... 500 g/17.64 oz. graduation.... 0.01 g/0.0003 oz. units.... g/oz./ozt /dwt/ct/gn dimensions.... 127 x 106 x 18 mm display.... 41 x 14 mm weight.... 300 g

Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman Group 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 Group 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.

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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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