Salter 1087 SSDR Arc Digital Kitchen Scale User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Salter 1087 SSDR Arc Digital Kitchen Scale. This precision instrument is designed to provide accurate measurements for your culinary needs, whether weighing dry ingredients or liquids. Its sleek stainless steel platform and compact design make it a valuable addition to any kitchen. Please read this manual thoroughly before use to ensure proper operation and maintenance.

Safety Information

Please observe the following safety precautions to prevent injury or damage to the scale:

• Do not immerse the scale in water or other liquids. Clean with a damp cloth only.
• Do not overload the scale beyond its maximum capacity (3kg / 7lb).
• Use the scale on a flat, stable surface to ensure accurate readings.
• Keep the scale away from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, and strong electromagnetic fields.
• This product contains a button/coin battery. Keep batteries out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek immediate medical attention.

Image: Warning label indicating the presence of a button/coin battery and the importance of keeping it away from children.

Product Overview

The Salter Arc Digital Kitchen Scale features a durable stainless steel weighing platform and an easy-to-read LCD display. Its compact design allows for convenient storage.

Image: Top-down view of the Salter Arc Digital Kitchen Scale, highlighting its stainless steel surface, digital display, and control buttons.

Image: The Salter Arc Digital Kitchen Scale neatly stored inside a kitchen drawer, demonstrating its slim profile and ease of storage.

Setup

Battery Installation

1. Locate the battery compartment on the underside of the scale.
2. Open the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert the required battery (CR2032 coin cell) ensuring the correct polarity (+/-).
4. Close the battery compartment cover securely. Ensure it clicks into place.

Image: The Salter Arc Digital Kitchen Scale shown alongside a CR2032 coin cell battery, indicating the type of battery required for operation.

Initial Placement

Place the scale on a hard, flat, and stable surface before use. Avoid placing it on soft or uneven surfaces, as this may affect accuracy.

Operating Instructions

Power On/Off

• To turn on: Press the ON/ZERO button. The display will show '0' or '0.0'.
• To turn off: Press and hold the ON/ZERO button for a few seconds, or the scale will automatically turn off after a period of inactivity to conserve battery life.

Changing Units

The scale can measure in various units, including grams (g), ounces (oz), milliliters (ml), and fluid ounces (fl.oz).

• With the scale on, press the UNIT button to cycle through the available units.
• Select the desired unit before weighing.

Image: A graphic illustrating the maximum capacity and measurement increments for various units supported by the scale, including kilograms, pounds, milliliters, and fluid ounces.

Using the Tare Function (Add & Weigh)

The tare function allows you to weigh multiple ingredients in the same bowl without emptying it. This is also used to zero out the weight of a container.

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

Image: A hand carefully placing a glass bowl filled with cocoa powder onto the Salter digital kitchen scale, demonstrating the start of a weighing process.

Image: The Salter digital kitchen scale showing a reading of '122' grams, with a glass bowl containing cocoa powder on its platform, indicating a successful measurement.

Maintenance and Care

• Clean the scale with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or immerse in water.
• Remove batteries if the scale is not going to be used for a long period.
• Store the scale in a cool, dry place.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

• Model: 1087 SSDR
• Capacity: 3kg / 7lb / 3000ml / 105fl.oz
• Graduation: 1g / 1/8oz / 1ml / 1/8fl.oz
• Display: LCD
• Power: 1 x CR2032 Battery (included)
• Material: Stainless Steel Platform

Image: A graphic illustrating the maximum capacity and measurement increments for various units supported by the scale, including kilograms, pounds, milliliters, and fluid ounces.

Warranty and Support

For warranty information, product registration, or technical support, please refer to the official Salter website or contact their customer service department. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase.

Website: www.salter.com