ETEKCITY EK8060 User manual

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Digital
Kitchen Scale
Model: EK8060
User Manual
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If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our
helpful Customer Support Team at [e-mail]. We
hope you enjoy your new kitchen scale!
Thank you for purchasing the
Digital Kitchen Scale by Etekcity.

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Table of Contents
Package Contents
Specications
Important Safety Information
Function Diagram
Symbols
Using Your Scale
• General Operation
• Zero / Tare Function
• Unit Conversion
• Automatic Power Off
• Manual Power Off
Replacing the Batteries
Troubleshooting
Warranty Information
Customer Support
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Specications
Package Contents
Weight Capacity 176 oz / 11 lb / 5000 g / 5000 mL
Units oz / lb:oz /  oz (water/milk) / g / mL (water/milk)
Increments 0.04 oz / 1 g / 1 mL
Auto-Off 180 seconds
Battery 2 x 3V CR 2032 batteries
Dimensions 8.3 x 6.3 x 0.6 in / 21 x 16 x 1.6 cm
1 x Digital Kitchen Scale
2x3VCR2032Batteries(Pre-Installed)
1 x Quick Start Guide

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• Always place the scale on a hard, dry, and at surface before
measurement in order to ensure accuracy.
• Do not exceed the 11 lb / 5000 g weight capacity as it will damage
the scale. An error indicator will appear on the LCD display if the
limit is exceeded.
• Do not immerse the scale in water or any liquid. If liquid is spilled on
the digital display or buttons, immediately wipe the scale dry with a
soft cloth to avoid internal damage.
• Handle with care. This scale is not intended for commercial or
heavy-duty use.
• Keep the scale in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to damp
environments or extreme temperatures.
• Household use only.
• Do not mix new and old batteries.
• If the low battery indicator “ “ appears on the display, replace the
batteries.
• If the scale is not in use for an extended period of time, remove the
batteries to conserve battery life and extend the lifetime of the scale.
Important Safety Information
READ AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid damage to this scale, please read and follow all instructions
and safety guidelines in this manual.
Scale
Batteries

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Function Diagram
A. Unit Selection Button
B. LCD Display
C. Power/Tare Button
D. Battery Compartment
E. Screw
F. Anti-Skid Pads
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BC
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Using Your Scale
Note:
• For accurate results, always place the scale on a hard, dry, at
surface, and keep the scale away from dirt, dust, vibrations, wind, air
currents, and electromagnetic interference.
• When you turn on the scale, choose units, or use the tare function,
wait for the display to read before measuring.
• The batteries are pre-installed in the scale. Turn the scale over and
pull the plastic strip out from the battery compartment.
General Operation
1. Place the scale on a hard, at, level surface.
2. Press TARE to turn on the scale. Make sure the display reads .
Press UNIT to select your desired measuring unit, which will show on
the right of the display.
3. Place your item on the scale.
4. Wait for the reading on the display to stabilize.
Symbols
Solids Water(Liquid) Milk

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Zero / Tare Function
1. Press TARE to turn on the scale. Make sure the display reads . If
the screen does not display automatically, press TARE to
auto-adjust to zero.
2. Place the container on the center of the scale.
3. Wait for the reading on the display to stabilize. The display will show the
container’s weight.
4. Press TARE to tare the weight of the container. The screen should now
display .
5. Place the liquid or items into the container. The scale will measure the
contents without including the weight of the container. [Figure 2.1]
6. When you’re done, reset the scale by removing all weight and pressing
TARE again.
Whenever you measure items inside a container, you can use the tare
function to remove the container’s weight from the nal measurement.
Figure 2.1

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Unit Conversion
Automatic Power Off
Manual Power Off
To change the unit of measurement, press UNIT until the display shows the
desired unit of measurement.
To save battery power, the scale will automatically power off after 180
seconds of inactivity.
Press and hold TARE for 2 seconds to turn off the scale.
Replacing the Batteries
1. Turn the scale over and open the battery compartment.
2. Take out the used batteries and replace them with 2 new 3V CR 2032
batteries.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover and screw it shut.

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Solution
Scale does not turn on.
Open the battery compartment cover and remove the
plastic strip.
Replace the batteries (see page 8).
Make sure batteries are inserted under the correct
polarity as marked in the battery compartment.
Reading is inaccurate.
Place scale on a level surface.
Make sure the screen displays before
measuring (see Zero / Tare Function, page 7).
Remove the batteries for 45 seconds, then replace
them to reset the scale.
Display shows
Item is too heavy. Remove item from scale to protect
its weight sensors. Use a different scale with a higher
weight range.
Display shows Calibration error. Turn the scale off and on again.
Avoid moving the scale while measuring.
Display shows Battery power is low. Replace the batteries
(see page 8).
If your problem is not listed, please contact Customer Support (see page 12).

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Warranty Information
Terms & Policy
Etekcity Corporation (“Etekcity”) warrants this product to the original
purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal
use and conditions, for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase.
Etekcity agrees, at our option during the warranty period, to repair any defect
in material or workmanship or furnish an equal product in exchange without
charge, subject to verication of the defect or malfunction and proof of the
date of purchase.
There is no other express warranty. This warranty does not apply:
• If the product has been modied from its original condition;
• If the product has not been used in accordance with directions and
instructions in the user manual;
• To damages or defects caused by accident, abuse, misuse or improper or
inadequate maintenance;
• To damages or defects caused by service or repair of the product
performed by an unauthorized service provider or by anyone other than
Etekcity;
• To damages or defects occurring during commercial use, rental use, or
any use for which the product is not intended;
• To damages or defects exceeding the cost of the product.
Product Digital Kitchen Scale
Model EK8060
Default Warranty Period 2 years
For your own reference, we strongly recommend that you record your
order ID and date of purchase.