Smeg KSC01 Digital Kitchen Scale

Introduction

This user manual is an integral part of the appliance and must therefore be kept in its entirety and within the user's reach for the whole working life of the appliance.

1.1 Intended Use

• Use the appliance only indoors.
• This appliance is intended for household use and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; bed and breakfast facilities / farm accommodation; by guests in hotels, motels and other residential accommodations.
• Any other use, for example in restaurants, coffee bars and coffee shops is considered improper.
• It must only be used for weighing solid and/or liquid food and cooking ingredients. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
• This appliance may be used by people of reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities (including children over the age of 8), only if they are supervised by adults or have been trained on how to use the appliance safely and have understood the dangers associated with its use.
• Children must never play with the appliance.
• Keep the appliance out of the reach of children younger than 8.

1.2 General Safety Instructions

• Cleaning and maintenance may be carried out by children who are at least 8 years old only if they are supervised by an adult.
• Do not immerse the appliance, power cable or base in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged.
• Do not recharge the appliance if the power cable is damaged.
• Never wash the appliance in the dishwasher.
• Do not position the appliance above hot surfaces, hob burners, or inside a hot oven. Keep the appliance away from heat sources or steam.
• In the event of a fault, or if the power cable is damaged, the appliance must be repaired only by a qualified technician or an authorised technical support centre.
• Read this user manual carefully before using the appliance.
• Any modifications to the appliance will make the warranty invalid.
• The appliance must only be supplied at safety extra low voltage corresponding to the marking on the appliance.
• This appliance contains batteries that are only replaceable by an authorised Service Centre.

1.2.1 Battery Safety

The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.

In the event of a battery and cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.

Secondary cells and batteries need to be charged before use. After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the cells or batteries several times to obtain maximum performance.

• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not crush, puncture, dismantle or otherwise damage batteries.
• Do not store above 60 °C.
• Do not dispose of exhausted batteries in household waste.
• Do not expose the batteries to heat or fire as they may explode.
• Once the batteries have been exhausted, dispose of the product at a local recycling station. Contact the local government offices for further details.

This product is fitted with a 3.7V 1200 mAh lithium ion rechargeable battery (non-removable).

1.3 Caution

• Do not touch or handle the appliance with wet hands.
• Store the appliance in a dry place. Avoid exposing the appliance to harmful weather conditions such as rain, humidity, freezing temperatures etc.
• Place the appliance on a flat, stable surface to ensure correct weighing.
• Place the food to be weighed on the removable container provided. Place the container gently upon the scale to avoid damaging it. Failure to follow the above instructions may void the warranty.
• Do not subject the product to strong impacts, which could damage it.
• Empty the container after weighing the ingredients. Do not use the appliance as a surface to place things on.
• Do not leave the product in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas from the battery.
• Do not subject the battery to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

1.4 Manufacturer Liability

The manufacturer declines any liability for damage to persons or property caused by:

• Use of the appliance other than the one envisaged
• Not having read the user manual
• Tampering with any part of the appliance
• Use of non-original spare parts
• Failure to comply with the safety instructions

These instructions must be kept in a safe place. If the appliance is assigned to another user, it must always be accompanied by these instructions.

These instructions can also be downloaded from the Smeg website at www.smeg.com.

1.5 Disposal

This appliance must be disposed of separately from other waste (Directive 2012/19/EU).

The appliance does not contain substances in quantities sufficient to be considered hazardous to health and the environment, in accordance with current European directives.

Old electrical appliances must not be disposed of together with household waste! To comply with current legislation, old appliances, on reaching the end of their useful lives, should be taken to a disposal facility where they can be sorted. The relevant local authorities or their waste disposal operators can provide further information.

Take these packing materials to the appropriate recycling centre.

To help protect the environment, please dispose of this product carefully at the end of its useful life and do not dispose of it together with household waste. Contact your local authority for information on disposal / recycling centres and opening hours.

Faulty or used batteries/rechargeable batteries must be recycled in accordance with Directive 2023/1542/EC and its amendments. Please return the batteries/ rechargeable batteries and/or the product to the available collection points.

Safety Warnings Summary

⚠️ Environmental damage through incorrect disposal of the batteries/rechargeable batteries!

Batteries/rechargeable batteries may not be disposed of with the usual domestic waste. They may contain toxic heavy metals and are subject to hazardous waste treatment rules and regulations. The chemical symbols for heavy metals are as follows: Cd = cadmium, Hg = mercury, Pb = lead. That is why you should dispose of used batteries/rechargeable batteries at a local collection point.

Fire hazard:

⚠️ Do not position the appliance above hot surfaces, hob burners, or inside a hot oven.

Danger of suffocation:

⚠️ Do not leave the packaging or any part of it unattended.

⚠️ Do not let children play with the packaging bags.

Risk of injury:

⚠️ Improper use of the appliance can cause injury.

Danger of electrocution:

⚠️ Use only approved USB chargers.

⚠️ Do not use an adapter.

⚠️ Avoid spilling liquids onto the power plug and base.

⚠️ Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage, injury or electrical shock.

⚠️ Disconnect the power cable from the electrical system.

2 Description of the Product

2.1 Description of the Scale (Fig. A)

The scale consists of the following parts:

• 1) Base
• 2) Plastic outer bowl
• 3) Stainless steel inner bowl (removable)
• 4) USB charging port
• 5) ON/OFF selector
• 6) Unit of measure selector
• 7) LED display
• 8) ON/Tare selector

2.2 Description of the Display (Fig. B)

The display shows:

• 9) Battery charge status indicator.
• 10) Displays the weight.
• 11) Displays the unit of measurement set.
• 12) Overload indicator: "Err" appears on the display when the maximum weighing capacity of the scale has been exceeded.
• 13) Unstable indicator: "UnSt" appears on the display when the scale is turned on and the load cell detects an unstable weight.
• 14) Low battery indicator: The icon is steady on the display when the battery charge is less than 30%.
• 15) Flat battery indicator: The icon flashes on the display when the battery charge is less than 10%. Charge the battery.

Charging the Battery

The battery can be charged by connecting the USB cable to a USB charger or a USB wall adapter.

• Insert the charging cable into the USB-C port on the rear.
• Insert the other end into an approved USB charger.

The battery icon flashes on the display during charging and turns to a steady icon when charging is complete. The scale also recharges when the button (5) is set to OFF. The scale can be used even when charging the battery.

If the scale switches to stand-by mode, press the ON (8) button: a 0 will appear on the display and the battery icon will start flashing.

Once the battery is fully charged, ensure to disconnect it from the power supply to avoid over-charging and also in order to prolong the battery life.

We recommend using a standard USB charger - 5V/2A. The time for a full battery charge is four hours.

Display View

ℹ️ The factory setting for the unit of measurement is grams.

3 Use

3.1 Before First Use

• The scale should not be subjected to strong impacts: handle with care.
• In order to work correctly, the scale should be placed on a flat, stable surface.
• Clean the scale with a damp cloth, avoiding the use of solvents and abrasives. Do not immerse in water.

ℹ️ Parts that may come into contact with food are made of materials that comply with the provisions of the laws in force.

3.2 Operation (Fig. C-D)

Follow these steps for operation:

• Place the scale on a stable horizontal surface.
• Switch the scale on using the ON/OFF switch on the rear.
• The display and the LEDs of the two buttons light up. Wait until 0 appears on the display: the scale is now ready for use.
• Press the "UNIT" button to select the required unit of measure.

ℹ️ The selected unit of measure is saved in stand-by mode.

General Weighing

• Place the ingredient to be weighed into the bowl.
• Wait until the value on the display stabilizes.
• The weight displayed increases or decreases according to the amount of the ingredients added or removed.
• To switch off the scale, press and hold the "TARE" button for a few seconds.

Tare Function

• Press and release the "TARE" button at any time to reset the display.
• Add the ingredients to be weighed.
• Press the "TARE" button again to zero the scale each time you wish to add an ingredient.
• When you remove the ingredients, including the bowl, a negative value will appear on the display. Press "TARE" to reset the scale again.

ℹ️ During the weighing process, the scale switches automatically to stand-by mode after 3 minutes of inactivity. If 0 is displayed, the scale will turn off automatically after 1 minute of inactivity.

4 Cleaning and Maintenance

4.1 Cleaning the Surfaces

Clean the surfaces on a regular basis to keep the appliance in good condition.

Wipe the surfaces with a damp cloth and then dry thoroughly with a soft tea towel or microfibre cloth.

The removable stainless steel bowl can be washed in a dishwasher.

Improper Use: Risk of Damage to Surfaces

• Do not use steam jets to clean the appliance.
• Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia or bleach.
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (e.g. powder products, stain removers and metallic scourers).
• Do not use rough or abrasive materials or sharp metal scrapers.

What to do if...

The display does not turn on

The product does not charge

The tare cannot be set

It is not possible to read the measurement on the display

The scale is not stable

"Err" appears on the display when the device is switched on

Maximum weight reached less than 5000 g

✏️ If the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.

Manufacturer Disclaimer

The manufacturer reserves the right to make any changes deemed necessary for the improvement of its products without prior notice. The illustrations and descriptions contained in this manual are therefore not binding and are merely indicative.