OXO Good Grips 5kg Everyday Glass Food Scale User Manual

Introduction

The OXO Good Grips 5kg Everyday Glass Food Scale is designed to provide precise measurements for cooking, baking, and portion control. Its slim design ensures minimal counter space usage while delivering accurate results. This manual provides instructions for setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance of your scale.

Product Overview

Figure 1: OXO Good Grips 5kg Everyday Glass Food Scale. This image shows the sleek black glass surface, the circular weighing area, and the digital LCD display with control buttons for power and unit conversion.

The OXO Good Grips 5kg Everyday Glass Food Scale features a durable glass platform, a large backlit LCD display for easy reading, and intuitive controls for unit conversion and tare functionality. It is designed for everyday use in the kitchen.

Setup

Battery Installation

The scale requires four AA batteries for operation. These are typically included with the product.

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

Note: Always use fresh batteries and dispose of old batteries responsibly.

Operating Instructions

Powering On/Off

• To power on the scale, gently press the Power/Zero button (usually indicated by a power symbol or "ZERO"). The display will illuminate and show "0".
• To power off the scale, press and hold the Power/Zero button for a few seconds until the display turns off. The scale will also automatically shut off after a period of inactivity to conserve battery life.

Weighing Ingredients

1. Place the scale on a flat, stable surface.
2. Press the Power/Zero button to turn on the scale. Ensure the display reads "0".
3. Place the item or container you wish to weigh onto the center of the glass platform. The weight will be displayed on the LCD screen.

Tare Function (Zero Function)

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

1. Place an empty container on the scale. The display will show its weight.
2. Press the Power/Zero button. The display will reset to "0", effectively "zeroing out" the weight of the container.
3. Add your first ingredient to the container. The display will show the weight of only the ingredient.
4. To add another ingredient, press the Power/Zero button again to reset the display to "0" before adding the next ingredient. Repeat as needed.

Unit Conversion

The scale can measure in various units, including ounces (oz), pounds (lb), grams (g), and kilograms (kg). Some models may also support milliliters (ml).

• With the scale on, press the Unit Conversion button (often labeled "UNIT" or with a circular arrow symbol).
• Each press will cycle through the available units (e.g., g → kg → oz → lb → ml).
• Select your desired unit before or during weighing.

Maintenance and Care

• Cleaning: The glass platform resists stains and wipes clean easily. Use a soft, damp cloth with mild soap if necessary. Do not immerse the scale in water or use abrasive cleaners.
• Storage: Store the scale in a dry place away from extreme temperatures and humidity. Its slim design allows for easy storage.
• Battery Replacement: Replace batteries when the low battery indicator appears on the display or if the scale becomes unresponsive.
• Handle with Care: While durable, avoid dropping the scale or subjecting it to heavy impacts, as this may damage the internal components or the glass platform.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

• Model Number: 11381700UK
• Capacity: 5 kg (11 lb)
• Units of Measurement: Ounces (oz), Pounds (lb), Grams (g), Kilograms (kg), Milliliters (ml)
• Display Type: LCD, Backlit
• Power Source: 4 x AA Batteries (included)
• Material: Glass platform
• Dimensions: 28.7 x 31.1 x 3.6 cm (Product Dimensions)
• Weight: 650 g
• Special Features: Tare Function, Lightweight, Portable, Smart
• Color: Clear

Warranty and Support

OXO stands behind its products with the OXO Better Guarantee. If you experience an issue with your OXO product, please get in touch with OXO for a repair or replacement. This commitment reflects OXO's dedication to learning from user experience and continuously improving its products.

For support or to make a warranty claim, please visit the official OXO website or contact their customer service department. Refer to the product packaging or the OXO website for the most current contact information.