Caretec Heidi User manual

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User Manual
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Heidi
Talking Kitchen Scale

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Table of Contents
1: Introduction page 3
2: Description and Scope of Delivery page 4
3: Power Supply page 5
4: Starting up and Keys Description page 6
4.1: ON/OFF page 6
4.2: Weighing page 6
4.3: Tare Weight Function page 6
4.4: Volume page 6
4.5: Key Lock page 7
4.6: Repeat page 7
4.7: Reference Measurement page 7
4.7.1: Entering a Target Weight („desired weight“) page 7
4.7.2: Reference Measurement page 7
4.8: Adding Weight page 8
4.9: Settings page 8
5: Safety Instructions page 8
6: Cleaning and Maintenance page 9
7: Technical Data page 9
8: Guarantee and Service page 9
9:Legal Notice on the Disposal of Electronic Devices page 10
9.1:Disposal of used Electronic Devices page 10
9.2:Recycling Batteries page 10
10:Symbols used page 11
11: Manufacturer page 12

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1: Introduction
In the name of CareTec we thank you for buying this product. You’ll find
more information about our companies at the end of this manual.
Heidi – the beautifully designed and easy to handle talking kitchen scales
made by CareTec! The device includes all standard weighing functions.
In addition to this, Heidi also offers the possibility to weigh towards a
predetermined desired weight. You will be impressed by the product’s
accuracy and diversity. Adding weight up to a predetermined target
weight is as easily possible as many other applications. Its weighing plate
of about 180 square centimetres will offer enough space to soundly place
dishes of different sizes and form on it.
Caution: Please remove the red sticks and scotch tape
which are for transportation purpose only, before first using
the kitchen scale Heidi!
You may wish to keep these sticks in case you will transport
the kitchen scale
Caution: Do not operate this device unless you have read
and understood this user manual. Store the manual for later
reference and hand it over together with the device if
necessary.
Caution: This device may only be returned within the test
period and including all component parts as well as the
clean and original packaging. Charges will be prorated for
used parts or parts unfixed from the packaging, as well as a
possible cleaning of the device and its components.
Caution: Never exceed the allowed maximum weight of
5 kg!

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2: Description and Scope of Delivery
Included in the delivery are a set of batteries (4 x 1.5 V AAA) and a
printed user manual. A power supply unit can be ordered optionally.
Put Heidi on its 6 rubber feet, so that the slightly sloped part with the
palpable buttons and the big display faces towards you.

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Front Side
The operating elements and the display should face towards you. You
can now feel the following buttons: near the left corner there is a round
button with a tactile point. This is the ON/OFF key. To the right of the
ON/OFF key are oval buttons: use the left one to decrease the volume,
and the right one to increase the volume. Press the two volume keys
simultaneously to activate and deactivate the key lock. On the right hand
side, arranged vertically, you will find three oblong buttons. From bottom
to top, we will refer to these buttons as key 1 (bottom), key 2 (middle) and
key 3 (top). Use key 1 to repeat the weighing results, key 2 to operate the
reference measurement function and key 3 to add weight. Right behind
the surface with the operating elements you find the weighing plate. This
is where you put the items you wish to weigh.
Left Side
On the left side of the device there are three sockets. The one closest to
you is an earphone socket (earphones optional available), the one in the
middle is a service connector for our technicians and the one farthest
away from you is the socket for the optionally available power supply unit.
Bottom
On the bottom of the device you can feel six squared rubber feet, which
prevent the device from sliding. Right below the area with the operating
elements – that is closer to you – you can feel the rectangular battery lid,
as well as the loudspeaker.
3: Power Supply
Heidi can be operated with batteries as well as a power supply unit. A
suitable power supply unit is optional and has to be ordered separately.
Batteries
To access the battery compartment on the bottom pull the latch of the lid
towards the loudspeaker grill and lift it at the same time. The lid can not
be removed completely. Insert the batteries observing the correct polarity:
The flat negative side of the battery must show to the tactile spring
located in the battery compartment. Once the batteries are properly
inserted, you will hear a melody for confirmation. Close the battery cover
gently, until it clicks into place.

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Mains Operation
Heidi can also be operated with an external power supply unit (optional).
Connect the power supply unit to the socket located on the left side of the
device next to the weighing plate. The batteries can remain inside the
device while using Heidi with the power supply unit.
4: Starting up and Keys Description
Always place Heidi on a horizontal, stable and non-slippery surface. Use
adequate dishes for weighing solids or liquids.
4.1: ON/OFF
To switch the device on, press the ON/OFF key (round button on the left
hand corner). You will hear the announcement: „ready“. To turn the
device off, press and hold the ON/OFF key until you hear a melody
confirming the shutdown of the device.
4.2: Weighing
Place the weighing sample in the center of the weighing plate. Once the
value is no longer changing, the weight is shown on the large display and
announced in a clear, natural voice.
4.3: Tare Weight Function
You can set the scale to zero at any point of the weighing process. To do
so press the ON/OFF key after the weight has been announced. Heidi will
say: “tare” and the value shown on the display will be set to zero. The
scale is now ready for a new weighing process. The tare weight function
is extremely useful if you like to weigh things in a container. You can put
the dish on the weighing plate, set the value to zero and start adding
weight as wished. You may repeat this process until a maximum load
capacity of 5 kg.
4.4: Volume
Use the plus and minus keys to set the volume. These two rectangular
keys are located right next to the round ON/OFF key. Use the left key to
Caution: Change batteries as soon as Heidi announces
„batteries empty“!

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decrease and the right key to increase the volume of the speech output.
Heidi offers 6 volume levels and will announce the current volume level.
4.5: Key Lock
To activate the key lock simultaneously press and hold the two volume
keys. You will hear “keys locked”. To release the key lock, press and hold
the two volume keys again until you hear: “keys unlocked”.
4.6: Repeat
If you would like to hear the last result again, press key 1 (lowest key on
the right hand side of the surface).
4.7: Reference Measurement
This function allows you to determine a so-called target weight before the
measurement. If you start the weighing process after setting a target
weight, Heidi will indicate by acoustic signals whether the weighing
sample is near or exceeding your desired reference value.
4.7.1: Entering a Target Weight („desired weight“)
Press key 2 (middle key on the right hand side of the surface). You will
hear “launch desired weight”. Place the desired weight on the weighing
plate. Heidi will announce the weight and you can now save it as your
target weight by pressing key 2 again.
4.7.2: Reference Measurement
After setting a target weight, again press key 2 and you will hear “enter
desired weight”. Start adding weight. You will hear a tone frequency while
doing so. The closer you are to the set target weight (your “desired
weight”), the higher and faster the tone-intervals will be. When exceeding
the target weight, the sounds will become lower again. A continuous beep
sound indicates that the set target weight has been reached exactly.
Press key 2 again to leave reference measurement.
Caution: The keypad lock is deactivated by interrupting the
power supply as well.

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4.8: Adding Weight
Heidi enables you to add weight and recall both, value added as well as
the total weight (value saved). Put a weighing sample on the plate and
press key 3 (top key on the right hand side of the surface) after the
weight has been announced. The already applied weight will then be
saved. When adding weight Heidi will not only announce the value of the
weight added, but also indicate the total saved weight. After removing
everything from the scale the last saved value is announced. To add
weight more than once, repeat the process accordingly. To delete the
value saved, press and hold key 3.
4.9: Settings
To switch between the weighing units, simultaneously press key 1 and
key 3.
5: Safety Instructions
Do not expose the device to high humidity, extremely high or low
temperatures or any dust or dirt. The operating temperature of the
device lies between +5 and +30°C. If any liquid enters the device,
remove the batteries, path the case dry with a cloth and let the
device dry completely.
Place the device on a horizontal, stable and non-slippery surface,
such as a kitchen counter.
If you do not use the device for an extended period, remove the
batteries to avoid leakage.
When inserting the batteries pay attention to the correct polarity.
This kitchen scale is designed to support a maximum load of 5
kilogrammes. Never exceed the allowed maximum weight!
When not in use, do not place any items on the weighing plate.
Serviceability and measurement accuracy may be impaired by
electromagnetic fields (e.g. by using a cell phone in direct proximity
of the device).
Caution: Please note the filling capacity when you reach the
desired weight.

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6: Cleaning and Maintenance
Use a lightly moistened cloth to clean the case of the device.
7: Technical Data
Dimensions: length: 220 mm width: 145 mm
height: 25,5 bis 26,8 mm
Weight: 588 g
636 g (incl. batteries)
Power Supply: 4 x 1.5V AAA Micro batteries 1 power supply unit (not included in the
delivery)
Scope of Delivery: Talking kitchen scale Heidi, 4 x 1.5V AAA Micro batteries, printed user manual
Optional: power supply unit, earphones
8: Guarantee and Service
From the date of purchase, we issue to the original purchaser of this
product a guarantee of:
twenty-four (24) months on the device itself,
twelve (12) months on the accessories (e.g. power supply,
earphones etc.),
six (6) months on wear parts (e.g. battery, case etc.)
Please note that we do not issue any guarantee on batteries!
During the guarantee periods mentioned above, the product will be either
repaired or replaced free of charge. In no event shall CareTec be liable
for indirect, special or consequential damages. The exposure of the
Caution: No liquid should enter the device! Avoid strong
acid or scrubbing cleansers and do not clean the surface
with rough sponges as they might damage the case of the
device.

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device to liquids, strong electromagnetic fields, heat as well as dropping
the device or opening the case causes immediate loss of guarantee. In
case of problems please contact Caretec or your local distributor before
returning the device without any apparent reason. We will then inform you
about the necessary procedures. The device may only be opened by
authorized technicians!
Caretec reserves the right to make any changes or improvements to its
products without further notice.
9: Legal Notice on the Disposal of Electronic Devices
9.1: Disposal of used Electronic Devices
9.2: Recycling Batteries
Pb-Cd-Hg These signs can be found on contaminant-laden batteries.
Pb = containing lead
Cd = containing cadmium
Hg = containing mercury
This product must be disposed of separately from household
waste at specially designated collection and recycling points.
For further information please contact your local authorities.
Batteries must not be disposed of in household waste. As a
consumer you are legaly obligated to bring your old batteries
to public collecting points (in your community or any shop
that provides these batteries).