S100 | S250 | S400 Portable Digital USB Shipping Scale User Guide
DYMO® Portable Digital USB Shipping Scale Your new DYMO® Portable Digital USB Shipping Scale has a no-skid platform surface and a detachable display for hand-held viewing or mounting. This User Guide provides instructions for using the scale. ! When moving the scale, lift the scale by the handles located on the sides of the scale. Do not lift the scale by the display. Visit www.dymo.com/register to register your scale. Setting Up the Scale The scale is powered through the included power adapter.
Connecting the Power The scale is powered through the included power adapter. Optionally, the scale can be powered through a USB port on your computer or by three AAA batteries. To connect the power adapter 1. Plug the power adapter into the power connector on the back of the scale. 2. Plug the other end of the power adapter into a power outlet. To connect the USB cable 1. Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the scale. 2.
Turning On the Power The scale has an Auto Shut Off feature which automatically turns off the scale after three minutes of inactivity. You can turn off this Auto Shut Off feature. To turn the scale on Press on the front of the scale. When the scale is first turned on, wait a few seconds for the scale to stabilize before weighing items. The display shows 0.0 when ready. To turn the scale off Press on the front of the scale to turn the scale off.
Using the Hold Feature When an item being weighed extends over the front of the scale and you cannot see the display, you can freeze the display so that the weight is still displayed after removing the item. To use the Hold feature 1. Press . The display shows HOLD and then 0.0 when ready. 2. Place the item on the scale. 3. After a few seconds, remove the item from the scale. The weight continues to be displayed for about ten seconds. 4. Press to deactivate the hold feature.
Caring for the Scale With proper care and handling, your scale will give you years of service. Keep the following in mind when using your scale: • Your scale works best when operated and stored at normal room temperature. Avoid lengthy exposure to extreme heat or cold. • Only operate the scale on a stable, vibration free surface. • Exposure to dust, dirt, moisture, vibration, and air currents; and proximity to other electronic equipment can affect the reliability and accuracy of your scale.
Troubleshooting Problem/Error Message Solution No display Ensure the scale is plugged in, or replace the batteries. LO is displayed Replace the batteries. Negative number is displayed A tare value is displayed as a negative number when the items are removed from the scale. Press 0.0 to reset the scale to zero. TARE 00000 is displayed The item on the scale platform exceeds the maximum capacity of the scale. Remove the item immediately to prevent damage to the scale. Display reads 0.
Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Mounting Template When mounting the scale display to a non-magnetic surface, use the template below to determine the location for the screws.
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