What are the counterweights used for?. Do you need to purchase them in order for the scale to work?
1153533
Correct, don't need the counter weights unless you need to go over 350 lbs. Best scales we ever purchased. Had 3 digitial and they all read a different weights. Have been using for a year. Correct weight every time.
1153534
I didn't buy them. I think they are used to increase the weight capacity. The scale works great and is very accurate.
1153535
No you don't need to use them. We have had our scale for over 2 years and have never used them. The purpose of the weights, my understanding anyway, is for weighing objects over 350 lbs. They are used for multipliers to go beyond the 350 limit of the scales. Hope this helps
1153536
I don't remember the counterweights, but you don't need to purchase anything with the scale. It comes with everything you need.
1153537
I'm not sure, but I think the counterweights are used for weights over the 400 pounds allowed with this scale. Fortunately, we did not need the counterweights. They can be ordered separately, if needed.
1153538
Yes the counter weights are for use if your weight exceeds the capacity of the unit which is 300/400 lbs.This is an extremely accurate scale, beats the best digital 'stand on' scale I've ever used.
1153539
You dont need them unless you are over 400lb. They are to add additional weight to the balance
1153540
Everything you need for the scale to operate is included. There is no need to purchase anything else.
1153541
the counterweight is used if the person standing on it weighs OVER 300 lbs. You just attach the counterweight. You do not need to purchase it unless the person using it is under 300 lbs.
1153542
I think you only need the counterweights if you are over 400lb, which this scale is said to do. They are to add additional weight to the balance. We did not get them with our purchase, they were extras, that can be ordered if needed. You can contact the seller or manufacture and ask them. We are happy with this balance scale, you can get on it 5 or 6 times in a row, and still get the same reading, that we did not get on the number of spring scales we have had, that break so easily when bumped.
1341130
Yes, just be sure the scale is on a hard flat surface and don't move it in between weigh ins.
43471
I think the only that works is a 1kg weight. I bought one at the time I bought the scale and it works. American Weigh Scales 1KGWGT Calibration Weight Scale, 1000gm Capacity
62035
I have read all the answers to this question and apperantly I'm one of two people that don't have the scale integrated on the back up camera. I would have to look into it.
1260072
Not really. You have to use a VERY LIGHT container or it kind of messes with the accuracy. The scale actually comes with a clear plastic cover that works very well as a weigh container...
1313539
Get the calibration weights. They are an absolute MUST with inexpensive scales. This one is pretty accurate. I reweighed the same mass 5 times and got the same reading each time.
749603
I am unsure. I purchase a scale, had it sent to my mother in another state and none of my relatives could get it to work. We ended up returning the scale.
1344564
I only use this scale at my farmers market to weigh produce. I believe you have to get a special scale to get what you want as far as calibration. I know there out there. I would google scales with calibration and that should take you to a company, but expect to spend quite a bit.
828138
Did not come with weight. Scale must be calibrated. Suggest amazon search 200g weight
830836
Hello i bought a scale also recently are you putting the scale on the carpet or a hard sturdy floor Make sure its not on carpet and also put your feet in the center of the scale makes a difference
627495
It appears that calibration is not required on all of the scales. However, even trying to calibrate the scale still didn't work for me. I did like the fact that it had a bowl on top and the proposed functionality but I wasn't able to get that far.
1936077
If you didn't get it . Use five count to 10 pound weights you can buy them at walmart
477214
On mine, I can put the weight on and then tap the on/off//tare function on the left. The scale beeps and resets to zero after a slight lag. During that lag, the scale looks like it isn't responding, then it resets.
1191236
Mine didn't arrive with counter weights, even though it said it was supposed to.
824834
I don't know the answer to your question, and I'm sorry to hear of your troubles with this product. But one of the reasons I choose to purchase this scale was because the other feedback talked about how responsive the manufacturer is to any issues customers have had. Have you contacted them? I would hope they would resolve this with you and replace the scale. Whatever they do, I hope you post their response on the reviews for this product. Good luck!
579069
Hi to zero scale use the little wheel under the round Dial. adjust it every time u use it if u need accurate daily weights
450338
I didn't need one... but it is always good to have to make sure you are calibrated... awesome scale!