American Weigh Scales AWS-Series User Manual AWS-55 (50x0.01g) AWS-100 (100x0.01g) AWS-250 (250x0.1g) AWS-600 (600x0.1g) AWS-1KG (1000gx0.1g) Copyright © 2010 American Weigh Scales, Inc. All rights reserved. Rev. 3.
AWS-Series Thank you for purchasing the American Weigh AWS-Series digital pocket scale. Please read all operating instructions carefully before use. Scales are precision measuring devices and should always be handled with proper care. To ensure years of reliable service, keep these simple tips in mind: • • • • • • • • • • Do not exceed the scale’s maximum capacity. Overloading your scale can permanently damage it! Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold. Scales perform best at normal room temperature.
I. Part List 1. Scale 2. Cover/Expansion Tray 3. AAA Batteries (x2) II. Key Description MODE Key ON/OFF Key TARE Key III. Battery Installation 1. Before using the scale for the first time, check the battery compartment and remove any plastic insulation strips or packaging that may be in place to prevent battery drainage during shipping/storage. 2. If you are replacing the batteries, make sure the positive and negative contacts are properly aligned.
AWS-Series IV. Operation 1. Place the scale on a flat, level surface and press the ON/OFF key to turn the scale on. 2. Once the start-up process completes and the scale goes to zero you are ready to weigh. 3. Place the quantity to be weighed onto the weighing platform. 4. Wait a couple seconds for the display to stabilize before taking a weight reading. V. Changing the Unit of Measure 1. Press the MODE key to change the scales displayed unit of measure. 2.
1. Place the empty container or vessel on the weighing platform. 2. Press the TARE key once. The display will then reset to zero. If the container is removed, it’s weight will be displayed as a negative number. 3. You may now fill the container with the quantity to be weighed. The display will show the net weight of the contents. 4. To return to normal weight display (gross weight), remove any items from the weighing platform and press the TARE key again to re-zero the scale. VII.
AWS-Series VIII. Adjustment 1. Turn the scale on by pressing the ON/OFF key. 2. Wait for the display to show “0.0g” or “0.00g” then press and hold the MODE key until the display shows “CAL”, then release. 3. Press the MODE key again. The display will flash “CAL” followed by the required calibration weight. 4. Place the required calibration weight on the center of the platform. The display will show “PASS” then return to normal weighing mode. Calibration is complete! You may now turn the scale off. IX.
XI. Specifications Max. Capacity Readability Power Dimensions Platform Dimensions Warranty AWS-55 AWS-100 55g 100g 0.01g 0.01g Two (2) AAA Batteries 3.0 x 5.0 x 0.8 in. 2.5 x 3.0 in. 10 Year Limited Warranty Max. Capacity Readability Power Dimensions Platform Dimensions Warranty AWS-600 AWS-250 AWS-1KG 600g 250g 1000g 0.1g 0.1g 0.1g Two (2) AAA Batteries 3.0 x 5.0 x 0.8 in. 2.5 x 3.0 in. 10 Year Limited Warranty XII. Capacity/Readability Charts AWS-55 AWS-100 55x0.01g 1.940x0.001oz 275x0.05ct 848.
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