Taylor TE21P Instruction Manual

TE21P

Digital Precision Scale

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Thank you for purchasing a Taylor® Digital Scale. Your scale is an example of
superior design and craftsmanship. In order to optimize its function, be sure the
read this instruction manual carefully before use. Keep these instructions handy
for future reference.

TO READY SCALE FOR USE

1. Remove the scale from its box along with its stainless steel platform cover.

2. Place the scale on a hard, flat surface. Uneven surfaces will affect accuracy. If

using the adapter, make sure the scale is not resting on the cord, otherwise it
may be unstable.

3. Install the plastic platform assembly onto the scale by matching the platform

posts with the mating holes on the top of the scale. Place the stainless steel
platform cover on top of the plastic platform assembly. Remove any protective
film from the platform cover.

GENERAL WEIGHING OPERATION

1. Place the scale on a hard, level surface.

2. Press the “ON/OFF” button to turn the scale on. The display first shows “88888”,

followed by zero. If the display does not show zero, press the “ZERO/ ”
button to reset (tare) the scale to zero.

3. The scale is set at the factory to weigh in pounds (lb). While the scale is on,
press the “UNIT” button to switch to ounces (oz), pounds/ounces (lb oz) or
gram (g) units of measurement.

4. Place the item to be weighed onto the platform. The display will count up to the
weight of the item. As you add weight, the weight displayed increases. The
weight is locked in when the “” icon appears. When all the weight is removed,
the display will return to zero.

5. If the scale is operating on battery power, it will automatically turn off after
approximately 2 minutes of nonuse (if the auto off function is engaged). Press
the “ON/OFF” button to turn the scale off manually. If the scale is operating on
adapter power, it will remain on until the “ON/OFF” button is manually pressed.

TARE OPERATION

You may wish to weigh ingredients in a bowl or other container (not included). In
this case, you will need to tare, or offset, the weight of the bowl so that only the
weight of the ingredients is displayed.

1. Choose a container that will safely balance on the platform without tipping or

falling. Do not use a heavy container, as this might reduce the maximum
capacity of the scale.

2. While the scale is off, place the empty container on the scale platform. Turn the

scale on. The display will show “88888” then zero. The weight of the container
has been zeroed out.

3. Add the ingredient to be weighed. The weight of the ingredient alone will

display.

4. The weight of additional ingredients may be tared out as well. For example, to

measure ½ lb rice and ½ lb beans together, place the rice into the bowl. Once
the correct amount of rice is weighed, press the “ZERO/ ” button until the
display resets to zero. Add ½ lb of beans. Both ingredients have been
accurately weighed in the same bowl.

5. When weights have been tared out, the display will show a negative number

when the items are removed from the scale. To reset the scale back to zero for
a new measurement, simply press the “ZERO/ ” button again. The scale
will reset to zero.

BACKLIGHT FEATURE

Your Taylor® scale is equipped with a backlight feature for easy viewing. While
the scale is on, press and hold the “ZERO/ ” button for 3 seconds to activate the
backlight. The backlight will activate for 5 seconds when a button is pushed, or
when weight is added or removed from the platform. Press and hold “ZERO/ ” for
3 seconds to deactivate the backlight.

COUNTING FEATURE

The counting feature will calculate the number of like items based on total
weight. To use the counting feature:

1. Press the “ON/OFF” button to turn the scale on. If using a container, press
“ZERO/ ” to tare (zero) out the weight of the container.

2. Press the “COUNT” button. “S=10” appears.

3. Place 10 sample pieces to be weighed on the platform. The display will show

“10” and the stable weight “o” icon when weighing is complete. The weight of
10 pieces is stored in memory.

4. Remove the 10 sample pieces from the platform.

5. Place another group of the sample pieces on the platform. The scale will

calculate the number of pieces in the group.

6. To clear the count in memory, turn the scale off.

7. To weigh 20, 50 or 100 sample pieces: In Step 2, press the “COUNT” button until

the desired number appears. Repeat steps with the correct number of sample
pieces.

ELECTRICAL POWER

This scale operates on an AC adapter (included) or 4 AA alkaline batteries (not
included).

Electrical Power

To power the scale using the AC adapter, insert the connector plug into the jack at
the back of the scale, then plug the other end into the proper electrical outlet.

Battery Power

1. To power the scale with 4 AA alkaline batteries, remove the battery compartment

cover from the bottom of the scale.

2. Insert 4 AA batteries according to the polarity markings in the compartment.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

4. Replace the batteries when “LobAt ” (low battery) appears on the LCD.

5. Remove the batteries if the scale will not be used for a long period of time.

AUTO SHUT-OFF FEATURE

The scale will automatically shut off to conserve the batteries if operating on
battery power. The auto-shut off feature can be disabled to allow the scale to
operate continuously or set from 2 minutes to 5 minutes.

1. While the scale is off, press and hold the “ON/OFF” button.

2. While continuing to hold the “ON/OFF” button, press the “COUNT” button 3 times.

3. Release the buttons. The display shows “SEt”, then “P-1.00”, then “AOFF”.

4. Press “ZERO/ ”. The display shows the current auto-shut off time (example:

“120” for 120 second auto shut-off).

5. Press “UNIT” to cycle through the options: “120”, “180”, “240”, “300”, or “OFF”

(the scale will remain on until “ON/OFF” is manually pressed).

6. Press “ZERO/ ” to select the desired setting. The display shows “AOFF”.

7. Press “UNIT” until “End” displays, then press “ZERO/ ”.

8. Set up is complete. The scale returns to weighing mode.

Note: If the scale is operating on adapter power, it will remain on until the
“ON/OFF” button is manually pressed.

CALIBRATION FUNCTION

Occasionally the scale's accuracy should be verified by measuring a known weight
of the scale's approximate capacity. Tare the scale by pressing “ZERO/ ”, place
the weight on the platform and note the reading. Calibrate the scale if necessary.

CALIBRATION PROCEDURE

You must use a 500g calibrated weight ONLY to properly recalibrate the scale.

1. While the scale is off, press and hold the "ON/OFF" button and then press the

"UNIT" button 3 times. Release all buttons. A number between 40000 and
180000 will display.

2. Press the “ZERO/ ” button. The display will show zero.

3. Place a 500g calibrated weight on the scale platform.

4. Press the “ZERO/ ” button. The display shows “CAl” then 500.0 g.

5. Remove the weight. Calibration is complete.

Note: If the calibration is unsuccessful, the display will show a number between

4000 and 70000 instead of 500.0 g. If this occurs, repeat the steps above.

TROUBLESHOOTING

• If there are no items on the platform, but the LCD does not show zero, press

the “ZERO/ ” button to reset the scale to zero.

• Overload Warning: Should “Err” appear on the display during a weighing, this

indicates that the maximum weighing capacity of the scale has been
exceeded. Remove the weight immediately; otherwise, permanent damage
could occur.

• Low Battery Warning: Should “LobAt” appear on the LCD, or readings grow dim

or irregular, replace the batteries.

• For all other error messages, reset the scale. To reset it, turn the instrument

off, remove the batteries and wait for a minimum of one minute, reinsert the
batteries and turn on. If the error message remains, please contact Customer
Service for further assistance.

NOTE: please recycle or dispose of batteries per local regulations.

WARNING: Batteries may pose a choking hazard. As with all small items, do not let
children handle batteries. If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.

PRECAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak.
Remove the battery if the scale will not be used for a long period of time.

Precautions

This scale is engineered to give you years of satisfactory service if you handle it
carefully. Here are a few precautions:

1. Always read instructions thoroughly to ensure that you have the full benefit of
all the unit's features.

2. DO NOT immerse unit in water, as doing so will cause damage to internal
components and void the warranty. If you spill liquid on it, dry it immediately
with a soft, lint-free cloth.

3. DO NOT clean the unit with an abrasive or corrosive material. This may scratch
the plastic parts and corrode the electronic circuits.

4. DO NOT subject the units to excessive force, shock, dust, temperature or
humidity. This may result in malfunction, shorter electronic life span, damaged
battery and distorted parts.

5. DO NOT operate or store the scale in high temperature or humidity conditions.
The heat or moisture may interfere with the scale's internal components.

6. DO NOT tamper with the unit's internal components. Doing so will invalidate the
warranty on the units and may cause damage. Other than replacing the
batteries, the unit contains no user-serviceable parts.

7. This scale is an extremely sensitive weighing device. To avoid damage to the
unit or the battery, do not store anything on the scale.

8. This scale operates on an A/C adaptor (included) or 4 AA batteries (not
included). Do not dispose of this scale or batteries in fire, as the batteries may
explode or leak. Always replace all batteries at the same time; do not mix old
and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or
rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.) batteries. Remove the batteries if the scale
will not be used for a long period of time.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

Note: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

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. 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 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.

LIMITED WARRANTY

This product is warranted against defects in materials or workmanship
(excluding batteries) for one (1) year from date of original purchase for the
original purchaser. The adapter is warranted for 90 days from date of original
purchase for the original purchaser. It does not cover damages or wear
resulting from accident, misuse, abuse or unauthorized adjustment and/or
repair. Should this product require service (or replacement at our option)
while under warranty, please pack the item carefully and return it prepaid,
along with receipt showing date of purchase and a note explaining reason
for return to:

Taylor Precision Products

2220 Entrada Del Sol, Suite A

Las Cruces, New Mexico 88001 USA

Customer Service Phone: [phone]

Customer Service Fax: [phone]

www.taylorusa.com

There are no expressed warranties except as listed above. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
For additional product information, or warranty information outside the USA, please
contact us through www.taylorusa.com

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