How is this scale powered. ac adapter, battery, or both.
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This scale comes with batteries. There is no way to connect to it with an AC power adapter, but even with the background light on, the batteries seem to last a long time
1112230
This scale is powered by batteries, 2 AAA that are provided. You also may want to check out the review I posted yesterday.
2269112
Good morning Tori,This scale is powered by (4) AAA batteries which are included in the order.
2038725
Can't answer the first question because we've only run it overnight with the Koolatron Multi-Purpose Adapter 110AC to 12 Volts DC ( Model AC-15). There are molded carry handles on the sides.
1596717
Don't know why your battery is dead. My wife and I use the scale almost every day. Our battery is still going strong without any problems.
398183
It is electric powered, with a rechargeable battery. I works great...very powerful and accurate..but our battery won't recahge anymore, so now we either have to buy a new battery or a new gun.
1933111
I have had mine for 1 1/2 years. It did not need an adapter as it is battery powered. I have only had to change the battery once so far. My guess is that the adapter can be used if you don't want to buy batteries but unless something has changed it is not necessary and I don't see that there would be much advantage. I would read more to see if the new one truly needs it. It has been a great scale for us.
1385886
It Uses The Flat Button Batteries That Go For Home Scales. Usually They are bought in a set which will be cheaper and better.
1047953
It has an ac adapter. No batteries needed. Look into the hot wheels. Just got this and it works better, but you need a separate car. But they are cheap and aren't as finicky as this set. (Hot Wheels Team Hot Wheels Total Control Racing Stunt Park). Otherwise, the set you have works ok, just touchy with the track and cars and dust.
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It comes with the AC adapter, which powers the unit and charges its internal battery. The instructions recommend that you primarily use the amp on battery power, and only plug it in to charge it (to extend battery life); however, you can use the amp on AC power as well.
366520
It's battery or ac powered. Mine only was used about 6 times before it broke.
362978
I agree with the other answers. We use this for our farmers market and the battery will last days when charged. Such a great scale!
553414
Yes, the scale is portable with a detachable cord .It uses its own type of battery and this internal battery that can be detached and will hold charge.
650346
It does not take batteries, only AC power. I think portable refers the tiny size of it.
285719
It comes with an AC adapter and it battery operated also. Good deal for the money.
1225840
It's auto on and off. You place the scale on a hard (not carpet) surface and step on it. It turns on automatically. You have to make sure that there are batteries. It takes two of those circular batteries. The battery compartment is at the back of the scale frame.
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I believe it's for operating the scale with electricity rather than battery. If you use the scale almost continuously during the day, it might be more convenient to use the adapter. I use my scale for weighing homemade soap ingredients perhaps every few weeks, so operate the scale by battery. The scale turns off automatically if it's not used within a five-minute period, so battery life is conserved well. Love my scale!!!
1912483
It uses one lithium battery. It is about the size of a nickel and came in the unit. If you are carb counting, this scale is ideal.