I took out the batteries and plugged the AC adapter into the wall... but it still auto-off after about 2 minutes. Is my unit defective?
1545684
No, you need to follow the instructions to turn off auto off. It's described in the instruction booklet.
1545685
Using the AC adapter has nothing to do with the Auto Off function. You need to turn the Auto Off function off. With the scale off, hold down the MODE button and press the power button (momentarily) to turn the scale on. The display will show A_ON. Press the MODE button once and the display should show A_OFF. A_OFF means the auto off function is off. Power the scale off then back on and you are good to go.
787167
I had the same problem, I had to move it, it was getting AC noise from the wall outlet, make sure all your power cords are away from it. (good luck)
831875
You may have a wire crossed. My works just as the oem did. I took a picture of the wires before removing the old one and put the wires back on the exact same way. When mine hits temperature setting (either heat or AC) it shuts off automatic.
692127
Sam, I am not sure, but it sounds like a battery issue. Mine works from a half block away from my house. I assume you pulled the little battery saver piece all the way out.
830961
Mine works just fine. This power cutting off thing is not normal. Return it asap!
626277
Thats what is supposed to do with out having to use a wall outlet. so far ive had no luck with mine. Sorry
167152
It is supposed to auto shutoff after a specific time of inactivity. If it is running batteries down everyday, it has an errorand should probably be sent back
1953843
I had to get the AC adapter extension. I bought it on Amazon for I believe around $2 or so.
945381
It turns off automatically after a few second (10-15)...it should do very well for what you want.
927966
I have not had this issue, but I do not leave mine plugged in. I would check to see if a power surge took out the unit, or a battery issue
1059399
Maybe try unplugging it and then plug it back in...usually when the green light flashes it is because of the timer...it will automatically shut down after an hour then you have to power off and then on again....let me know if this helps if not we can try something else
2160146
I haven't had a problem with mine at all. I would probably do what another person suggested. Unplug it for awhile, and then try it again. Sorry I can't be more help.
1379030
This may sound crazy, but I've read it elsewhere & found it to be true; don't use one. I started having issues so I looked for solutions online. After reading up in several locations I figured out that I had to re-solder a connection & stop using the AC adapter. Ever since, it's been running perfect (until the batteries in the keyboard die that is). It gets it's power from my laptop & I don't have to worry about plugging it in! Hope that helps, good luck!
1669118
Two seconds shouldn't be happening. It should go off after 5-10 minutes without use. Try another battery, if that still happens contact the seller about an exchange or return.
1086908
That sounds like a defect in the unit. Mine stays on about 5 seconds, then turns off. There isn't a button that I know of to be able to turn it off. I'd write to the seller and ask for a replacement. That isn't normal.
1065657
Hi, I just checked it as because I never switched it off by hand until now. The gauge comes with auto-power-off after ~5min it switches off automatically.
2040447
If you've installed a AA battery and it's dead maybe the AC adapter won't override it; remove AA battery and plug in the adapter. If that doesn't work remove the adapter and insert a fresh AA battery. Call Amazon for a replacement