Ozeri The Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Ozeri The Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale. This digital kitchen scale is designed for precise measurement of ingredients, featuring a shatter-resistant glass weighing platform and an easy-to-read LED display. Its unique design ensures high accuracy by preventing movement on the weighing platform during operation. Please read this manual thoroughly before use to ensure proper operation and maintenance.

Safety Information

• Do not immerse the scale in water or other liquids. The scale is not waterproof.
• Clean the scale with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
• Do not overload the scale beyond its maximum capacity of 18 lbs (8000 g). Overloading can damage the sensor.
• Keep the scale on a stable, flat surface during use to ensure accurate readings.
• Handle the glass weighing platform with care to prevent breakage.
• Keep batteries out of reach of children. Dispose of used batteries properly.

Package Contents

• Ozeri The Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale (Model: ZK17)
• Removable Glass Weighing Platform
• 4 x AAA Batteries
• User Manual

Setup

Battery Installation

1. Locate the battery compartment on the underside of the scale.
2. Open the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert the 4 AAA batteries, ensuring the correct polarity (+/-) as indicated inside the compartment.
4. Close the battery compartment cover securely.

Placing the Glass Platform

Gently place the removable glass weighing platform onto the scale's central support. Ensure it is seated securely and level.

Image: The Ozeri Epicurean scale with its glass weighing platform detached, revealing the central mounting point. This illustrates how the platform can be removed for cleaning or re-attachment.

Operating Instructions

Turning On/Off

Press the "on/Tare" button to turn the scale on. The LED display will light up. To turn off the scale, press and hold the "on/Tare" button for a few seconds, or it will automatically shut off after a period of inactivity to conserve battery life.

Image: The Ozeri Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale, black with a clear glass platform, showing its illuminated green digital display indicating "49g". The "g/oz" and "on/Tare" buttons are clearly visible on the left and right sides of the display, respectively.

Unit Conversion

Press the "g/oz" button to switch between grams (g) and ounces (lbs: oz). The current unit will be displayed on the screen.

Tare Function

The Tare function allows you to weigh multiple ingredients in the same container or to subtract the weight of a container.

1. Place an empty container on the weighing platform.
2. Press the "on/Tare" button. The display will reset to zero.
3. Add your ingredient to the container. The scale will display the net weight of the ingredient.
4. Repeat the Tare function for additional ingredients if needed.

Image: The Ozeri Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale with two fresh strawberries placed directly on its glass weighing platform. The digital display shows "49g", indicating the weight of the strawberries.

Image: The Ozeri Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale with a small clear glass bowl containing butter curls on its platform. The display reads "49g", demonstrating the scale's ability to weigh ingredients within a container using the tare function.

Image: The Ozeri Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale with a small wooden bowl filled with white flour on its glass platform. The digital display shows "49g", illustrating the scale's use for measuring dry ingredients.

Image: The Ozeri Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale with a small clear glass bowl containing granulated sugar on its platform. The display shows "49g", demonstrating the scale's precision for various ingredients.

Maintenance

Cleaning

The removable glass weighing platform can be washed with mild soap and water. The main body of the scale should be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or immerse the main unit in water. Ensure the scale is completely dry before storage or next use.

Storage

Store the scale in a cool, dry place. Avoid extreme temperatures and humidity.

Troubleshooting

Image: The Ozeri Epicurean LED Kitchen Scale's display showing "HI", which indicates that the scale has been overloaded beyond its maximum capacity.

Specifications

• Model: ZK17
• Brand: Ozeri
• Maximum Capacity: 18 lbs (8000 g)
• Graduation: 0.05 oz (1 g)
• Display Type: LED (Backlit)
• Material: Glass (platform), Plastic/Metal (base)
• Power Source: 4 x AAA Batteries (included)
• Battery Average Life: Approximately 80 Hours
• Product Dimensions: 23.62 x 6.35 x 16.51 cm; 680 g

Warranty and Support

For warranty information or technical support, please refer to the contact details provided with your purchase documentation or visit the official Ozeri website.

Manufacturer: Ozeri