Starfrit Electronic Slim Kitchen Scale Instruction Manual

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Starfrit Electronic Slim Kitchen Scale. This ultra-slim digital scale is designed for precise measurement of ingredients in your kitchen. Featuring a durable tempered glass platform, it offers both weight and volume measurements for milk and water, along with convenient automatic unit conversion and tare functions. Please read this manual thoroughly before use to ensure proper operation and maintenance.

Safety Information

• Always place the scale on a hard, flat, and stable surface to ensure accurate readings.
• Do not immerse the scale in water or other liquids. Clean with a damp cloth only.
• Avoid dropping the scale or subjecting it to strong impacts, as this may damage the tempered glass platform or internal components.
• Do not overload the scale beyond its maximum capacity of 5 kg (11 lb).
• Keep batteries out of reach of children. Dispose of used batteries responsibly.
• This scale is intended for household use only.

Package Contents

• 1 x Starfrit Electronic Slim Kitchen Scale
• 1 x User Manual

Product Overview

The Starfrit Electronic Slim Kitchen Scale features a sleek design with a tempered glass weighing platform and an easy-to-read digital display. It includes two primary control buttons for operation.

Image: The Starfrit Electronic Slim Kitchen Scale, featuring a tempered glass surface with a decorative macaron design. The digital display shows '0' and the 'UNIT' and 'ZERO' buttons are visible below the display.

Image: A closer view of the Starfrit Electronic Slim Kitchen Scale's digital display, showing '0' and the 'UNIT' and 'ZERO' buttons clearly labeled. The scale's surface has a colorful macaron pattern.

Components:

• Weighing Platform: Tempered glass surface for placing items.
• Digital Display: Shows weight or volume measurements.
• UNIT Button: Used to change measurement units (g, oz, ml, fl.oz).
• ZERO/POWER Button: Used to turn the scale on/off and activate the tare function.
• Battery Compartment: Located on the underside of the scale.

Setup

1. Battery Installation

1. Open the battery compartment cover on the underside of the scale.
2. Insert the required battery (type typically CR2032, check compartment for specific type) ensuring correct polarity (+/-).
3. Close the battery compartment cover securely.

2. Placement

Place the scale on a hard, flat, and level surface. Uneven surfaces can affect accuracy.

Operating Instructions

1. Power On/Off

• To turn on: Press the ZERO/POWER button. The display will show '0' or '0 g'.
• To turn off: Press and hold the ZERO/POWER button for a few seconds, or the scale will automatically shut off after a period of inactivity to conserve battery life.

2. Unit Conversion

Press the UNIT button to cycle through the available measurement units: grams (g), ounces (oz), milliliters (ml), and fluid ounces (fl.oz). The selected unit will be displayed on the screen.

3. Zero and Tare Functions

The tare function allows you to weigh multiple ingredients consecutively without removing the previous ones, or to subtract the weight of a container.

1. Place an empty container on the scale. The display will show its weight.
2. Press the ZERO/POWER button. The display will reset to '0'.
3. Add the first ingredient to the container. The display will show the weight of the ingredient.
4. To add another ingredient, press the ZERO/POWER button again to reset the display to '0', then add the next ingredient. Repeat as needed.

4. Weighing Items

1. Turn on the scale and ensure the display shows '0'.
2. Select your desired unit using the UNIT button.
3. Place the item(s) directly onto the weighing platform or in a container (using the tare function).
4. The weight will be displayed instantly.

Image: The Starfrit Electronic Slim Kitchen Scale displaying a weight of '89' grams, with dried apricots placed on its surface. The scale's decorative macaron pattern is visible.

Measuring Volume (Milk and Water)

This scale can also measure the volume of milk and water. Due to their specific densities, these liquids have dedicated volume units.

1. Turn on the scale and place an empty container on it.
2. Press the ZERO/POWER button to tare the container's weight.
3. Press the UNIT button repeatedly until 'ml' or 'fl.oz' (for water) or 'ml milk' / 'fl.oz milk' (for milk) is displayed.
4. Pour the liquid into the container. The display will show its volume.

Care and Maintenance

• Cleaning: Wipe the scale surface with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or immerse the scale in water.
• Storage: Store the scale in a cool, dry place. Its slim design allows for easy storage in drawers or cabinets.
• Battery Replacement: When the battery is low, a low battery indicator may appear on the display. Replace the battery promptly to ensure accurate operation.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

• Brand: Starfrit
• Model Number: 093751-006-0000
• Maximum Weight Capacity: 5 kg / 11 lb
• Accuracy: 1.0 g / 0.05 oz
• Material: Tempered Glass
• Product Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 30.4 x 20 cm
• Item Weight: Approximately 431 g
• Special Features: Automatic Unit Conversion, Tare Function, Liquid Volume Measurement (for milk and water)
• Display Type: Digital

Warranty and Support

For warranty information or technical support, please refer to the contact details provided on the product packaging or visit the official Starfrit website. Please retain your proof of purchase for any warranty claims.