is it a must to calibrate with the calibration weight? or can something else calibrate it? my nickle scale at 37.6!and just got the scale today too-_-
2036096
you need to calibrate with something if you want to have a scale that measures properly; 1 of the 3 scales i've bought similar to this weighed accurately from the factory; one was 1.5% off the other was 3-4% off. I was able to calibrate one of my scales using 100ml and 200ml of water; however i was able to use a scale I knew was accurate to measure that water (since it really was maybe 95ml water and 5g of plastic cup). the nickel =5g does work pretty well but it would take 100 to get 500g; i've seen a batch of nickels off quite a lot but on average in my tests they come out very close to 5.0g (example 7 nickels should be 35g and was 33.5g but by the time I got to 10 it was 49.8g or 50.1g for example). You can get a few rolls of nickels or you can just buy a 500g weight for about the same price.
2036097
To be honest I never bother calibrating mine, and things have turned out okay. I did realize that was kind of dumb so compared the known weight of an object (weighed on another, calibrated one) to the weight shown on my scale and it was close enough for my purposes (like off by 0.1 or 0.01 (can't remember if there's two points after the decimal or not)). Though you can always calibrate w a nickel or other coin w a known weight of course.
1712173
Hello. I believe that 10 in-Lb. is the lowest setting and the calibration chart that was sent along with my unit stated that at 10 in-lb. it registered 10.85. 30 in-lb. setting calibrated at 29.90 and 60 in-lb. it registered 60.40 Hope that is of help to you.
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.
589483
I did not know for sure myself, so I contacted the manufacturer. They got back to me within a day by the way, very fast. I was told that these particular scales have no need to be recalibrated. They were very concerned why I was asking and asked if I was having problems with it. I told them no just wanted to know how to recalibrate it. If I was having problems with it they were quickly going to replace it. I was impressed, seem to be a good company that is wanting to make sure their customers are happy.
547885
The scale calibrates when it turns on. Just turn it off, and then turn it back on again and you should be set. Also, contact Ozeri if you still need the instruction manual.
801755
I wish I could sincerely answer your question. This device has not been the best so far. Constant calibration and off results. I would suggest investing a little bit more money on a better scale.
751234
I bought this scale about a month ago. I also wanted to calibrate it. As I have background in electronics, I took the back over off to look for a way to adjust it. I could find no mechanical adjustment anywhere. There is soldered pin sticking out of the printed circuit board with the label "cal", which is almost certainly an electronic calibration connection. As there is no physical adjustment capability apparent, I suspect that adjustment is done electronically at the factory. Just my opinion.
498656
It came calibrated but I also had an old school fool scale that I used to verify the digital scale was correct. There is also an instruction manual.
2018627
I tested the scale with 1 sheet of 8.5x11 of paper. It did not show any measurement. With two sheets it read .006kg and .2oz, with three sheets .0010kg and .3 oz, hope that helps. The scale will calibrate and zero itself every time you turn it on. I'm happy with my purchase. I measure letters and packages on it.
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Hi Robert, I do not know whether the scale can be re-calibrated. I ship my packages through the USPS and deliver them to the local post office for shipment. At that time they weigh the package for my receipt and one of the clerks always remarks that my weights are spot on. At home, I take care of the scale as far as storage is concerned and treat it as a delicate instrument. You will have to contact Pelouze for advice on how/if the unit may be calibrated. I have one of their smaller scales and the lower weights are identical. Hope this helps. Peter
60801
I did not have to calibrate it but I can only speak for myself. I use it to ship out first class items or 1-3 pound items. When I get a reading of 4.5 ounces, I send out package at 5 ounces. I've never had an item weigh too much. Hope that helps.
1090019
Hi Susan!We returned the scale b/c it did not weigh in accurately when compared to other scales we used.Good luck with it!
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.
305658
In my opinion I would return the scale to get your money back and spend it on another scale. This brand/model is not worth the time or money. It has to many glitches to even be useful and could detour your motivation if the reading is off to far (as was the case with mine - the 3rd one that is after returning the first 2!). Best of luck.
706094
I personally do not use calibration weights as 100% accuracy is not required for the reason I use the scale. That being said, if one requires accuracy, I would think 3 weights would suffice. One each at the low, middle and high points of the expected range of measurement. I hope this helps you.
669201
Did you do the initial calibration? For the first use or anytime you move the scale you have to recalibrate it. Press down with you palm and let go and then the scale should show 0.0. Then wait for the zero to go away. Then try stepping on the scale. Also make sure you're on a hard (wood or linoleum) level surface. Hope this helps!
406857
I don't think there is any way to calibrate a scale with out using a known weight to adjust a scale with. Use another scale and fill a container with something that weights 100 grams with the container, then you can use that to calibrate the other scale. Then the scale is calibrated to the scale used the make the weight. If you have a calibrating weight it is a lot easier to check your scales. Hope this helps.