I recently purchased this scale and a 500g weight... but when I try and calibrate it it asks for a 1000g weight, did i buy the wrong weight?
854291
I don't recommend M. Gonzalez' solution. I calibrated to 1000g. My 500g weight then says 667g. Calibration is not linear.
854292
I just got mine today and also a 500g calibration weight. My understanding from other blogs if your scale is a max 1000g then you need 1000g weight to calibrate it. What I did was use my 500g weight as a reference then got a 16.9 fl oz water bottle, opened it up and sucked out the water with a syringe until the number was the exact same as my calibration weight. Then used both the weight and water to re calibrate. Works just fine now.
854293
The calibration weight may vary by the model of the scale. Mine is a Blade - 1KG. It uses a 500g calibration weight. Look in your owners manual. If yours specifies 500 and it's "asking" for 1000, it may be defective.
854294
Having the same issue, will post if I can find the answer. Thinking about just ordering a new one, can't find a remedy.
556226
There is a small know like thing next to the battery. If you switch it the scale should be updated to KG.
1978244
Mine came with a 100 Gram weight to calibrate... I let something a bit heavier sit on it the other day and say a number in the 300's and it blanked. On the box there are 2 "check boxes", a 100 Gram Capacity and a 200 Gram Capacity. My check box is the 100 gram version. Again though, I have mistakenly seen over 300 on mine (causing blank), I just don't know that it was accurate as I wasn't trying to get a measurement.
1291363
According to the User Manual, the scale can be calibrated. We have tried the feature, just for fun, and by using a 100 g. weight, it gets calibrated automatically. Simple to follow instructions.
1506111
I answered this incorrectly before. It seems when the scale is moved it does need to be re-calibrated so to speak. It won't be accurate at first weigh, but get on it again and it will weigh correctly.
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!
1651038
I suppose it' possible that you have a damaged or faulty scale, but make sure you have it placed on a firm, hard, level surface before using it. I have calibrated my scale with two of my doctors, both of whom have similar, but larger electronic scales & both matched perfectly with mine. However, another, old fashion "weighted" scale was "light" by several pounds.
1833039
This scale is pretty consistent at measuring small weights. I took a 10g weight and weighed it 5 times (as per your question) and got the same result, 10g each time. This scale is quite sensitive though, a breath or even a draft of air can make it fluctuate and give an incorrect reading, it also needs to be on a flat, solid surface for optimum performance.
43469
Yes it can be re-calibrated if necessary. When I do it the scaleasks for a 1000.0 g weight. I don't have any so I just check itwith the smaller weight set I have. You can buy the weighton ebay for 17 USD or so. Wish they stated this in the productdescription.Good luck.Joe
333229
The one I purchased only has 500g. When I purchased it, it was on clearance. Maybe it has been upgraded?
1214098
After some thoughts I di not purchase that scale because I read missing instructions. The best approach is to find who is the mfg. Google him and see you can talk to the mfg.. Many times these scales are made in China and the seller would not know. The one I purchased is other type of scale that you can weigh up o 600 # has all the manuals and instructions. Do your homework with Google or Bing. Good luck
627492
No, you do not have to calibrate this scale. It work great just out of the box. I highly recommend it!
1320998
I have the same problem. I cannot figure out why, I don't even sync it to the app. I can get on it and get a weight that is about 2 to 3 lbs higher than what I get after 2 or 3 times on the scale. The reason I noticed is that the weight seemed off so I weighed myself on other scales I have and all of them read about 3 lbs less than this one. ??? I will email the company and see what gives. Good Luck.
490022
Hi Christa, To calibrate the scale: Press "MODE" and "ON/OFF" at the same time to turn on the scale and release the keys until the LCD shows ISN. When ISN is stable, press "ON/OFF", the LCD will show "30lb". Then put a 30 lb weight set unto the scale and press "ON/OFF" again. LCD shows "PASS", the calibration is finished.
99699
I have not had this problem with this scale, check batteries and I would ask if you are sure you are on the lb and ounce measurement setting not grams, etc. Also if it had any water poured on it accidentally I had to replace previous scale after I spilled liquid on it.
1889476
The same happened to me! I returned it directly to the manufacture if you're still on time to return it DO IT!! and buy a different scale! Hope my advice helps you! GL
765375
I have calibrated my set within 4/100 of a gm.That is using 100 gm calibrating weight.Not bad..