Intall battery and i seen where someone said turn it how do you turn it? writing goes down? Ive got mine in just don't what to do from there
1313732
The manufacturer will install the battery backwards so it doesn't run out during shipping. So if the battery is in but the scale is not on, flip the battery over.
1313733
Batteries are in, step on the scale once to calibrate it, step off and it's ready!
1593635
The customer service rep said you have to remove the battery, turn unit off and let it sit for a while. ( about 5-10 min) it should turn on after that.With that said, I followed the directions perfectly only to come to the conclusion I had a faulty unit.
2042681
Get a good grip on the end of it and give it a yank. It's a strip between the internal back-up battery and its contact. It prevents the b/u battery from draining between when it was manufactured and when you install it.
1799831
Sorry to hear that!.. I thought it was very easy to install and my battery was fully charged and it worked fine. Make sure it's hooked to the battery correctly and the battery is charged. If not it might be defective :(
2125575
There is a switch on the back (near the plug) to turn the battery on/off. If that does not work, then you have a defective unit. I contacted tdk and they sent me another battery for free, but it wasn't the battery so I exchanged the unit at Fry's where I bought it. The second one has worked flawlessly.
1316686
Dear Tony, Thanks for your attention, take off the sun-shade cover and you can find the place to inserted the battery.and it's simple. if any question, thanks for contact me.
1074149
I found the instructions on battery insertion to be confusing. Try flipping it over. Sounds silly but it worked for me.
937475
I had trouble with swapping the battery. I think I had two batteries of the right size, pried this open just fine, but once I FORCED the two batteries in, they were too tall (by the tiniest amount) and were constantly pressing on the chip's button. Has anyone run into that? I'll see if I can find those batteries that didn't fit and double-check their type.
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I agree. Send it back. Mine has been perfect. Changed the battery once and it works great.
943712
Push the battery to the right. The left side will pop out. Then pull the battery up. Ta-da!
1109933
Had a similar problem when I got mine. I emailed the manufacturer and they told me to slide the LEFT side in first so that the metal plates come in contact before you push the RIGHT side in. It fixed the problem for me. They said it's a very common problem and are updating their manual to prevent users from installing the battery incorrectly.
970361
If it isn't a low battery, it's probably gotten wet inside... try popping off the top (like you're replacing the battery) and just leaving it out to dry a bit. After an aggressive session with mine, I will find it a little soggy inside, and the meter will eventually show some numbers then fade away when turned on. Popping off the top and leaving it out a couple dozen hours seems to do the trick.
1909981
I didn't have any issues, check the battery case, it may not be roperly locked in. Also, charge it for few hours if you see the indicator turning on. Good luck.
931479
If you remove the battery, there should be a plastic strip underneath it to be removed. Once you do that and replace the battery, it should turn on. Hope this helps!
1197268
Interesting, actually mine did not turn on either, however, I just assumed mine was to replace the battery. Which I have not done yet. I have had mine for 6 months or so. Did you change the battery?
322186
Think everyone has this problem. Below the display is a small button like protrusion, push in on that and, volia, the battery door opens on the other side. The plus side of the battery goes down in the holder. You'll love this guage, it works great.
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I would take the battery out...let it sit. Then after 5 minutes put back in and see if it works OK...