velleman VTBAL501 DIGITAL POSTAL SCALE WITH EXTERNAL DISPLAY User Manual

velleman VTBAL501 DIGITAL POSTAL SCALE WITH EXTERNAL DISPLAY User Manual

Introduction

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.

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.

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.

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.

Description

1. weighing platform
2. On-off button
3. Mode button
4. Hold button
5. Tare button

Operation

General Operation

WARNING
The scales are overloaded as soon as the display shows “O-Ld”. Remove the item from the platform.

1. Place the scales on a levelled surface.
2. Press the on-off button to switch on the scales.
3. Place the item on the platform and wait until the reading on the display is stable.
4. Switch off the scales after use. Note that the scales will switch off automatically 5 minutes after the last operation.

Unit Conversion

1. Switch on the scales.
2. Press the mode button to select the weighing unit.

Tare Function

1. Switch on the scales.
2. Place the tare item on the platform.
3. Press the tare button once and wait for the display to show “0.00”.
4. Add the net weight.

Hold Function

1. Switch on the scales and weigh the item.
2. Press the hold button to freeze the weight on the display.

Calibration

1. Switch on the scales.
2. Press and hold the on-off button. At the same time, press the mode button and wait for the display to show “CAL”.
3. Press the mode button again; the required calibration weight will flash on the display. Put the calibration weight in the centre of the platform.
4. Calibration is complete when the display shows “PASS”.
5. The scales go back to the normal weighing mode.

Disabling the Auto Switch-Off Function

1. Switch off the scales.
2. Press and hold the tare button, and at the same time press the on-off button 4 or 5 times until “OFFF” is displayed. Release the buttons. The automatic switch-off function is now disabled.

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.

Technical Specifications

• power supply: 2 x 1.5 V AAA/R03 batteries (incl.)
• material: ABS + stainless steel
• capacity: 100 kg/220 lb.
• graduation: 50 g/1.76 oz.
• units: g/kg/oz./lb./lb:oz.
• dimensions: 210 x 160 x 39  mm
• display: 64 x 25 mm
• weight: 1.85 kg

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.

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, nonrechargeable, 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).

Made in PRC
Imported for PEREL by Velleman Group nv
Legen Heirweg 33, 9890 Gavere, Belgium
www.velleman.eu

References

• Velleman – Wholesaler and developer of electronics

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