FS7800 - Kitchen scale SUNBEAM - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Kitchen Scale
Brand	Sunbeam
Model	FS7800
Display Type	Digital LCD
Weighing Capacity	5 kg / 11 lb
Accuracy	1 g / 0.1 oz
Units of Measurement	g, kg, lb, oz, ml, fl.oz (for water)
Tare Function	Yes, subtracts container weight
Auto-Off	Yes, after 2 minutes of inactivity
Low Battery Indicator	Yes
Overload Indicator	Yes
Platform Material	Tempered glass
Housing Material	ABS plastic
Dimensions (W x D x H)	20 cm x 15 cm x 2.5 cm
Weight	0.4 kg
Power Source	1 x CR2032 battery (included)
Battery Life	Approximately 200 hours of use
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with a damp cloth; do not immerse in water
Safety Warning	Do not exceed maximum capacity; avoid impact
Repairability	Battery compartment accessible; no user-serviceable parts otherwise

Frequently Asked Questions - FS7800 SUNBEAM

How do I turn on the Sunbeam FS7800 scale?

Simply place the scale on a flat, stable surface and press the ON/OFF button. The display will light up and show 0.0.

How do I use the tare function?

Place an empty container on the scale, then press the TARE or ZERO button. The display will reset to 0, allowing you to weigh only the contents.

What is the maximum weight this scale can measure?

The Sunbeam FS7800 has a maximum capacity of 5 kg (11 lb). Exceeding this may damage the scale.

How do I change the unit of measurement?

Press the UNIT button to cycle through available units: g, kg, lb, oz, ml (for water), and fl.oz (for water).

How do I replace the battery?

Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the scale, remove the old CR2032 battery, and insert a new one with the (+) side up. Close the compartment securely.

Why does my scale show 'Err' or 'Lo'?

'Err' indicates overload (weight over 5 kg). 'Lo' means the battery is low and needs replacement. Remove the overload or change the battery.

Can I use the scale for liquids?

Yes, but only for water or similar density liquids. Use the ml or fl.oz unit. Do not spill liquid on the scale.

How do I clean the scale?

Wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or immerse the scale in water.

What does the auto-off feature do?

The scale will automatically turn off after 2 minutes of inactivity to save battery.

Is the scale accurate for small amounts?

Yes, the scale has a 1 g resolution, making it suitable for small ingredients like spices or yeast.

USER MANUAL FS7800 SUNBEAM

Stainless Food Scales

Ultra slim electronic kitchen scales with 5kg capacity

Instruction Booklet

FS7800

Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.

Black and white photo of a modern stainless steel digital kitchen scale with a digital display (no visible text or symbols)

Contents

Sunbeam's Safety Precautions 1

Features of your Stainless Food Scales 2

Using your Stainless Food Scales 4

Care and Cleaning 5

Important instructions – retain for future use.

Sunbeam's Safety Precautions

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM FOOD SCALES.

• Always lift your kitchen scales from the base.
• Always operate on a flat level surface.
- Do not place objects on top of the scales when not in use or in storage.

Sunbeam is very safety conscious when designing and manufacturing consumer products, but it is essential that the product user also exercise care when using an electrical appliance. Listed below are precautions which are essential for the safe use of an electrical appliance:

• Read carefully and save all the instructions provided with an appliance.
• Always turn the power off at the power outlet before you insert or remove a plug. Remove by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
• Turn the power off and remove the plug when the appliance is not in use and before cleaning.
• Do not use your appliance with an extension cord unless this cord has been checked and tested by a qualified technician or service person.
• Always use your appliance from a power outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked on the appliance.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.

• Never leave an appliance unattended while in use.

• Remove the battery if the scales are not being used for a prolonged period.

• Do not immerse in water to wash the food scales.

• Do not use an appliance for any purpose other than its intended use.

• Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
• Do not place on top of any other appliance.
• Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang over the edge of a table or bench top or touch any hot surface.
• Do not operate any electrical appliance with a damaged cord or after the appliance has been damaged in any manner. If damage is suspected, return the appliance to the nearest Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre for examination, repair or adjustment.

• For additional protection, Sunbeam recommend the use of a residual current device (RCD) with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit supplying power to your appliances.

• Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid unless recommended.

• Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments.

Features of your Stainless Food Scales

High Precision Sensors

The food scales are equipped with four high precision sensors to ensure ingredients are weighed accurately regardless of where its positioned on the platform.

Unit measurements

The large LCD display will display either gram or ounce measurements for use with metric or imperial recipes. Fluid ounces and millilitres can also be used when measuring liquid quantities, ie water.

Large LCD display

The large LCD display makes it easy to see weights and warnings.

Tare / Add & weigh function.

'Tare' function allows you to zero the weight of any type of container to which consecutive ingredients can be added, yet weighed individually.

Automatic power on/off function

Press to turn scales on/off. The food scales will automatically switch off after 3 minutes.

Low Battery Indicator

When the life of the battery is low the LCD display will show 'Lo'.

Using your Stainless Food Scales

1. Turn food scales over and remove plastic battery tab.
   Place scales upright on a flat, level and dry surface.
2. If using the bowl or any other container, place container on platform before turning on the scale.
3. Turn on the Food Scales by pressing the 'POWER' button. The LCD will display.
4. The Food scales weighs in grams or ounces. To select your preference, simply press 'unit' until the desired weight is selected.
5. Place ingredients either in a container or directly onto the weighing platform. The weight will be displayed on the LCD display. As more ingredients are added the weight displayed on the LCD will automatically increase.

Note: It is recommended that only water can be weighed when using the millilitres/fluid ounces function. Water is the only liquid that is equal in grams and millilitres and ounces/fluid ounces.

Add & Weigh / Zero function

Your Food Scales allow you to add consecutive items to the container, whilst weighing each item individually.

1. Follow steps 1 - 5 in using your electronic Food Scales.
2. Press the 'Tare' button and add your next ingredient to the bowl. The LCD will display the weight only of the last item added.
3. Repeat step 2 for weighing any additional ingredients.

Overloading function - Max Capacity 5kg

When the electronic Food Scale is overloaded, the LCD will display: EEEE Remove the weight immediately, as the excess weight may damage the scales.

Low battery indicator

When the battery is running low, the LCD will display: 'Lo'.

Replace with 1 x CR2032 Lithium battery.

Note: The food scales will automatically switch off after 3 minutes of non-use.

Replacing your battery

1. To replace your battery, remove the battery cover on the underside of the scales.
2. Place the new Lithium battery on to the battery plug and press firmly into place.
3. Replace the battery cover.

Note: Remove the battery whenever the scales will be stored for a prolonged period of time.

Care and Cleaning

Turn the Food Scales off when not in use and remove the battery if storing for prolonged periods.

Note: Never store with anything on top of your food scales, as the excess weight may damage them.

Wipe the weighing platform with a soft, slightly damp cloth and wipe dry.

For stubborn dirt, wipe with a damp cloth and mild detergent and wipe dry.

Do not use abrasive cleaning agents on the food scales surface. This may cause corrosion.

Do not place the food scales in the dishwasher.

Note: Never immerse the food scales in water.

Notes

Notes

Notes

12 Month Replacement Guarantee

In the unlikely event that this appliance develops any malfunction within 12 months of purchase (3 months commercial use) due to faulty materials or manufacture, we will replace it for you free of charge.

Should you experience any difficulties with your appliance, please phone our customer service line for advice on 1300 881 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 in New Zealand. Alternatively, you can send a written claim to Sunbeam at the address listed below. On receipt of your claim, Sunbeam will seek to resolve your difficulties or, if the appliance is defective, advise you on how to obtain a replacement or refund.

Your Sunbeam 12 Month Replacement Guarantee naturally does not cover misuse or negligent handling and normal wear and tear.

Similarly your 12 Month Replacement Guarantee does not cover freight or any other costs incurred in making a claim. Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase.

The benefits given to you by this guarantee are in addition to your other rights and remedies under any laws which relate to the appliance.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law and under the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act.

In Australia you are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Should your appliance require repair or service after the guarantee period, contact your nearest Sunbeam service centre.

For a complete list of Sunbeam's authorised service centres visit our website or call:

Australia

www.sunbeam.com.au

1300 881 861

Units 5 & 6, 13 Lord Street

Botany NSW 2019 Australia

New Zealand

www.sunbeam.co.nz

0800 786 232

26 Vestey Drive, Mt Wellington

Auckland, New Zealand

Need help with your appliance?

Contact our customer service team or visit our website for information and tips on getting the most from your appliance.

In Australia

Visit www.sunbeam.com.au

Or call 1300 881 861

In New Zealand

Visit www.sunbeam.co.nz

Or call 0800 786 232

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Due to minor changes in design or otherwise,

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Botany NSW 2019 Australia

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Mt Wellington Auckland

New Zealand

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