velleman VTBAL22 Mini Digital Scales User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: Velleman

Table of Contents

Introduction
Safety Instructions
General Guidelines
Operation
Cleaning and Maintenance
Technical Specifications
References
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VTBAL22

MINI SCALES

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 Velleman! 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

****	Keep the device away from children and unauthorized users.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the device.

Refer to an authorized dealer for service and/or spare parts.

General Guidelines

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

| For indoor use only. Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing, and dripping liquids.
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| Protect the device against extreme heat.
| Protect the device against dust.
| 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 unauthorized 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.

Operation

4.1 Preparation

Open the battery compartment at the back of your scales and insert both batteries. Mind the polarity. Make sure the cover is placed on the scales.

Warning: Do not puncture batteries or throw them on the 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.

4.2 Calibration

Remove the lid and press the ON/TARE button. The VTBAL22 will display “0.0” and “g” meaning the weighing unit is grams. If not, press the CAL/MODE button until it does.
Hold the CAL/MODE button pressed (± 3 s) until “CAL” appears on the display. Release the CAL/MODE button.
Press CAL/MODE button again, “CAL” will flash, followed by the standard calibration weight (20 g, 40 g, or 100 g).
Place the indicated standard calibration weight onto the weighing platform.
Wait a couple of seconds until “PASS” is displayed. The scales are now calibrated and ready for use.

4.3 Other Functions

Press the CAL/MODE button to choose the weighing unit: g (grams), oz (ounces), ozt (troy ounces), dwt (pennyweight), ct (carats), grain, and tl (tael).
“LO- -”: low battery indication. Replace the batteries with the same type and specifications.
“O- -Ld”: weight overload.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Do not use abrasive solutions or solvents e.g. benzene. Only use clean water.
Do no t submerge the scale in water or any other liquid.

Technical Specifications

capacity …………………………………………………………………500 g
resolution ……………………………………………………………… 0.1 g
tare range …………………………………………………………..0-500 g
operating temperature ………………………………….. 15 °C to 35 °C
power supply …………………… 2 x 1.5 V AAA/LR03 batteries (incl.)
dimensions ……………………………………………. 100 x 80 x 19 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.

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 fulfill 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 organizations. If, all precautionary measures notwithstanding, problems should occur, please make an appeal to our warranty (see guarantee conditions).

General Warranty Conditions Concerning Consumer Products (for EU):

All consumer products are subject to a 24month 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 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 re-read 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).