Beurer GS 21 User Manual

GS 21

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CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT

Keep this manual in a safe location for future reference

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ENGLISH

Glass Scale

Instruction manual ........................2

ESPAÑOL

Báscula de vidrio

Manual de instrucciones ..............8

Manufactured for/Fabricado para:
Beurer North America LP
900 N Federal Hwy, Suite 300
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009. USA
www.beurer.com

Questions or comments?
Call toll free 1-800-536-0366
or contact [e-mail]

ENGLISH

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing this Beurer product. Our name stands for high-quality, thoroughly tested products
for applications in the areas of heat, weight, blood pressure, body temperature, pulse, gentle therapy, mas­sage and air.
Please read these instructions completely and carefully before using this product and keep them for later
reference. Be sure to make them accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.

With best regards,
Your Beurer Team

Content

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES ........................2

2. Package Contents ..........................................3

3. Interesting facts ..............................................3

3.1 Weighing correctly ....................................3

3.2 General notes ............................................3

4. Batteries ..........................................................3

5. Operation ......................................................4

6. Cleaning, maintenance and disposal ..........4

7. FCC Statement .............................................5

8. Technical specifications ...............................5

9. Troubleshooting ............................................5

10. Warranty ........................................................6

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

If the instruction manual is damaged or if you no longer have the instruction manual in your possession,
please contact Beurer customer service. Please see warranty for service contact.

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

Signs and symbols

The following signs appear in the Safety Section (pages 2, 3) and in this manual on pages 4 and 5.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL INCLUDING THE SAFETY SECTION AND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRO­DUCT. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUA­TIONS AND TO MAKE CORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

sult in death or serious injury.

CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE NOTICE addresses practices not related to personal injury, such as

product and/or property damage.

WARNING To reduce the risk of serious personal injury:

•

Keep batteries away from children. Batteries may be harmful if swallowed. Should a child or pet swallow
a battery, seek medical assistance immediately. Only adults should handle batteries.

•

Swallowing batteries and/or battery fluid can be extremely dangerous. Keep the battery and scale out
of the reach of children and disabled persons. Should any person swallow a battery and/or battery

• fluid, please call 911 immediately.

• Should battery fluid leak and come into contact with your eyes or skin, immediately rinse with plenty

of clean water. Please call 911 immediately.

• Batteries should not be charged or reactivated by any other means.

• Batteries should not be taken apart, thrown in the fire or short circuited.

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CAUTION To prevent personal injury and/or product/property damage:

•

Keep scale away from moisture, dust, chemicals, toiletries, liquid cosmetics, extreme hot and cold
temperatures, and sources of heat (e.g., open flame, radiators).

• Prevent impact with hard objects.

•

This product does not and is not intended to provide a medical diagnosis. For medical advice, contact
a licensed physician. If you have an emergency, call 911 immediately.

•

Consult your physician or healthcare provider before beginning a weight reduction or exercise program.

• Do not step on the edge of the scale; otherwise it may tip.

• Do not jump on the scale.

• Strong electromagnetic fields (e.g. cell phones) may impair the accuracy of the scale.

• The scale is not intended to be used for commercial purposes.

• Repairs may only be performed by an authorized service center. Contact Customer Service with any

questions regarding operation, usage, or repair of this product.

•

Packaging materials are a deadly hazard for children and can cause suffocation. Remove all packaging
materials immediately and keep them away from children at all times.

• Do not drop the scale or drop any objects on it.

• Do not use the unit on slippery surfaces such as wet floors. There is a danger of slipping.

• Do not step on the scale if you weigh more than 400 lb (181.4 kg/28.57 st).

• Do not use this product for any purpose other than weighing human beings.

• Place the scale on level flooring, otherwise it may tip.

2. Package Contents

•GS21 Glass Scale

•1 x 3 V Lithium battery CR2032

•this instruction manual

3. Interesting facts

3.1 Weighing correctly

•Place the scale on a hard, plane level floor (no carpet); a firm floor covering is required for correct

measurement.

•If possible, always weigh yourself at the same time of day (preferably in the morning) striving for comparable

conditions, on an empty stomach and unclothed, in order to achieve comparable results.

•Stand still and upright during measurement.

3.2 General notes

•The capacity of the scale is 400 lb (181.4 kg/28.57 st).

• The results are shown in 0.2 lb increments (100 g / 0.02 st).

•

On delivery the scale is set to the unit “lb”. A switch located on the back of the scale enables you to change
to “kg” or “st”.

Measuring units

lb pound
kg kilogram: the base unit of mass in the Metric System.
st stone: only for countries where British English is spoken.

For product information, questions or customer service call toll free 1-800-536-0366 or email [e-mail]

4. Batteries

BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries. Reversed batteries may cause damage
to the device.

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3. If the batteries in the device are depleted or the device will not be used for a long period of time, remove
the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

4. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture (follow bat­tery manufacturer’s directions.)

5. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.

6. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.

7. Remove discharged batteries from the product and dispose/recycle in compliance with all applicable laws.

If present, remove the battery insulating strip or remove the battery’s protective film and
insert the battery according to the polarity. If the scale fails to operate, remove the battery
completely and reinsert it. Replace the battery cover carefully.

A new battery will last for approximately 2 years if the scale is used three times per day.
The trial battery supplied with the unit may have a shorter life. Remove battery if you do not intend to use
the scale for longer periods before placing the device in storage.

Your scale is equipped with a “replace battery” indicator. When the battery is weak, “Lo” appears in the display
field and the scale automatically switches off. The battery must be replaced (1 x 3 V lithium battery CR2032).

5. Operation

This scale is used to determine the weight of human beings and has a maximum weight of 400 lb (181.4
kg/28.57 st).
Place the scale on a hard, plane level floor (no carpet); a firm floor covering is required for correct measure­ment.

Note: For first use and relocation

In order to ensure accurate results it is recommended to reset the scale to “0”.

•Step on to the scale for one second and then step off.

•The scale shows “0.0 lb” (kg/st).

•It will shut off automatically after several seconds.

Quickstart: Step on
to the scale.

130.7

130.7

➔ ➔

Stand on the sca-

lb

le without moving

lb

and distribute your
weight evenly on
both feet.

130.7

lb

130.7

After the weight is

lb

displayed step off
the scale. The sca­le will automatically
turn off after several
seconds.

6. Cleaning, maintenance and disposal

NOTICE:

•Protect the scale against hard knocks, moisture, dust, chemicals, major temperature fluctuations and

heat sources which are too close (e.g. stoves, heating radiators). This may damage the unit.

•Do not use any aggressive solvents, cleaning agents, detergents or any other strong chemicals to

clean the device.

•Never immerse and or spill water or any other liquid onto the scale, otherwise liquid will enter the

scale and cause damage.

•Observe the local regulations for material disposal. Dispose of the device in accordance with local

regulations.

•Never attempt to repair the instrument or adjust it yourself. This may damage the unit and impair

the functions. If you need to have the unit repaired, please contact our customer service. Please see
warranty for service contact. Before submitting any complaint, first check the battery and replace it
if necessary.

•Changes or modifications to the device will nullify the user warranty.

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Cleaning and maintenance

To keep your scale in the best condition and protect the unit from damage:
Clean scale occasionall with a damp cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents. The unit is not waterproof;
do not immerse the unit in water and do not spill water on the unit.
off the water.
or cold temperatures or humidity. Thoroughly dry any moisture off the unit before storing. Store the unit safely
out of the reach of children. Do not subject the unit to strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the floor.
Always use the unit following the instructions provided in this manual.

Store the unit in a safe and dry location. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, extreme hot

If your scale gets wet immediately clean

Disposal
NOTICE:

•Always dispose of batteries as per your local regulations.

•Observe the local regulations for material disposal. Dispose of the device in accordance with local re-

gulations. If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.

7. FCC Statement

Changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: 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. The 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. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

8. Technical specifications

Battery type 1 x 3 V lithium battery CR2032
Measuring range 11 lb to 400 lb (5.0 kg to 181.4 kg/0.79 st to 28.57 st)
Weight increment 0.2 lb (100 g / 0.02 st)
Temperature operating range 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C)
Storage temperature range -4 °F to 140 °F (-20 °C to 60 °C)
Scale size 12.6” x 12.6” x 0.8” (320 mm x 320 mm x 21mm)
Net weight of scale 4 lb (1.8 kg)
Subject to technical modifications.

9. Troubleshooting

Following error messages can appear.

Error display

oL

Lo

Possible causes Solution

The maximum capacity of 400 lb
(181.4 kg / 28.57 st) has been exceeded.

Low Power. Change the battery.

No display.

Do not exceed maximum weight.

Battery is depleted, battery was inserted in
correctly or the scale is broken.

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