PALMSCALE 6.0

OPERATION AND CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS

This scale is very easy to operate. However, there are certain caring and operation instructions you should read before your first use. We know taking the time to read these instructions is time consuming, but this scale is a precision instrument and must be handled with the utmost care.

IMPORTANT:

1) To open the scale, slide the switch on the right side of the scale

2) Do not get the scale wet or hot and do not operate on any wet or hot surface. To clean the scale, wipe the surface with a clean damp cloth or mild non-abrasive cleaner. Do not use any abrasive cleaner because it may damage the finish.

3) Do not overload the scale. That is, do not place anything that weighs more than 250 grams on the platform. You may permanently damage the load cell.

4) Handle the scale with care. This is a precision instrument and should never be dropped or otherwise mishandled.

5) SEQ CHAPTER 1. Place the item to be weighed on the platform, after the stable weight is displayed remove the item immediately. This will prolong the longevity and accuracy of this weighing instrument.

6) Do not leave anything on the scale when not is use.

7) If the scale is excessively cold or hot, allow the scale to warm up to normal room temperature for at least 1 hour prior to use.

8) Do not operate a cell phone or cordless phone within 10 feet of the scale**** It may temporarily cause the scale to malfunction.

9) Only recharge the scale when the batteries are low. When the display reads “Lo”, please recharge the battery using the charging station.

10) In the unlikely event that the scale permanently “locks up” or shows ERR, visit Advanced Programming & Repair Guides - Palmscale for Advanced Troubleshooting.

11) If your scale should require recalibration, please refer to the calibration guide on the next page.

12)Please keep your scale in it’s protective pouch when not in use.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

1. Do not put anything on the scale tray before you turn it on.

2. Turn the scale on by pressing the POWER key. After 2 seconds, the display will read “0.0g”.

3. Always allow the scale to warm up for at least 30 seconds before weighing for accuracy & stability.

4. Place the item to be weighed on the center of the platform and read the value on the display.

5. TARE Function: If you need to weigh loose items or anything in a container or tray you should: 1) Turn the scale ON. 2) Place the empty container or tray on the platform. 3) Press the TARE button. 4) Place the items to be weighed into the container / tray. 5) The exact weight of the items will show. (use your tweezers to handle all gems)

6. The scale has an Auto-Off feature that turns off the scale after lapses of non-activity. If the scale is in a room with wind or air movement, it may sense the pressure of the air and not auto-off. In this case simply press POWER to turn the scale off manually.

7. MODE Function: This scale has the ability to weigh in grams or ounces. The selection is done by simply pressing the MODE key once the scale is on (Look for the g, oz, ozt, dwt or ct on the top of the display).

8. BACKLIGHT: The backlight will be automatically turned on whenever the reading change is more than 0.5g. You can also turn it on manually by pressing the LIGHT key. The backlight will automatically turn off after a few seconds.

9. Battery Charging:

To prolong battery life only charge the scale when the batteries are low. Attach the AC adaptor to the docking station (at the rear). Plug the power supply into an AC outlet. The GREEN LED comes on indicating that the connection is normal. Place the scale in the charging station with the front cover facing up. The RED LED comes on indicating that the battery is charging. When the battery is fully charged, the GREEN LED will come on again and the scale can be removed for use.

10.Temperature: The recommended operating temperature is 64-82F (16-25C). Please only operate the scale at recommended temperatures.

CAPACITY OF SCALE: 250G ACCURACY: +/- 0.1g

CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS

THIS SCALE IS ACCURATE WITHIN 0.1g, only calibrate if your readings are inaccurate beyond 0.1g. Allow your scale to warm up for several seconds before calibration. Always move your hands very gently during calibration as to not cause vibrations or air movement.

1. PLACE THE SCALE ON A FLAT SURFACE THAT HAS NO VIBRATIONS AND MAKE SURE THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO AIR MOVEMENT. (SURFACE MUST BE EXTREMELY STABLE).

2. TURN THE SCALE OFF AND CLEAR THE PLATFORM (MAKE SURE NOTHING IS ON THE PLATFORM NOT EVEN THE PLASTIC TRAY).

3. TURN THE SCALE ON BY PRESSING the POWER key.

4. WHEN THE DISPLAY SHOWS 0.0, WAIT 5 SECONDS AND THEN PLACE A 100 GRAM WEIGHT ON THE CENTER OF THE PLATFORM.

5. WAIT FOR THE DISPLAY TO STABILIZE, THEN PRESS AND HOLD THE MODE KEY FOR 10 SECONDS. THE DISPLAY WILL FLASH 100.0 TWICE, (THIS WILL TAKE ABOUT 7 SECONDS, CONTINUE TO HOLD THE KEY FOR AN EXTRA COUPLE OF SECONDS AFTER IT HAS STOPPED FLASHING)

6. RELEASE THE MODE KEY AND REMOVE THE WEIGHT FROM THE PLATFORM. CALIBRATION IS COMPLETE

IF THE READINGS ARE INACCURATE, PERFORM CALIBRATION AGAIN. IF YOUR SCALE WILL NOT PROPERLY CALIBRATE OR SHOWS “ERR” PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR ADVANCED CALIBRATION & TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS

BATTERY INSTRUCTIONS

ONLY RECHARGE THE SCALE WHEN THE BATTERY IS LOW. THIS WILL PROLONG THE NiMH BATTERY LIFE.

CAUTION

DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. INSTALLATION OF NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES COULD CAUSE AN EXPLOSION IF YOU PLACE THE SCALE IN THE DOCKING STATION (ATTEMPTING TO CHARGE A NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERY CAN CAUSE AN EXPLOSION OR FIRE)

ADVANCED STABILITY FEATURE (ASF)

This scale has a stability indicator, the letter “S” in the top left corner of the screen. Whenever the letter “S” is displayed that means the displayed weight is stable.

TOOLS (ONBOARD)

The PALMSCALE 6.0 has on-board tools for handling gems and other loose materials. You can find an on-board scoop and tweezers on the bottom of the scale.

EXPANSION TRAY AND BOWL FOR LOOSE ITEMS

There is a platform expansion tray and bowl included in the box. They are designed to fit on top of the platform. Simply install the tray or bowl and then turn the scale ON.

***IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED ASSISTANCE PLEASE click here. WE CAN USUALLY HELP YOU FIX YOUR SCALE VERY QUICKLY SO PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU NEED ANY HELP. IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR SCALE OR NEED REPLACEMENT PARTS, click here.

There is an advanced troubleshooting and programming guide available online for this scale at our website.

Words of Advice:

The PALMSCALE 6.0 is undoubtedly one of the coolest pocket scales ever created and the first of it’s kind. Please remember that this is a precision instrument. It is essential that you never drop, shake or otherwise mishandle this instrument. Electronic precision scales use delicate sensors that can easily be damaged if the scale is excessively shocked, dropped or overload. An abused scale will only work until it’s sensors are damaged, but a well kept scale will last for your lifetime.

Please be good to your PALMSCALE !

My Weigh is the Best Weigh !