·         Compact, high resolution scale which secures all parts including draftshield, calibration weight, weighing pan, and battery in a portable and convenient 8 Ounce / 220 gram design.

·         A new technology gives you faster response time for quicker weighing.

·         A low battery icon alerts you to change the battery when the power is low.

·         Automatic shut off after two hours of non-use allows for longer use.

·         Off-Center Warning to insure accurate weights. Weigh stones in the center of pan for accuracy.

·         Place scale on a flat stable surface in a stable environment. Temperature range: 64° to 73°F, 18° to 23°C

·        Press the lever in front to release the draftshield.

·         Press the black button to the right of the display. Display will show 88.8.88.

·         A warm-up count down begins -0- 9, -0- 8, … wait until it is finished and displays  CAL .

·          CAL  requires the 10g weight to be placed into the center of the pan. Lower the draftshield and wait.

·        50.000^c  will show. Remove the weight and return it to its home. It will show  0.000^c .

·        You are ready to begin weighing.

·         Center the item to be weighed in the pan for an accurate weight. OFF-C will show if the stone is not properly centered.

·         Lower the draftshield into Weighing Position to minimize the effects of air motion. Use the lowered draftshield for stable readings and precise weights.

·         Wait for the ^c  to appear next to the weight to indicate a stable reading.

·         Remove the item and wait for a stable zero reading before weighing the next one.

·         Press the black button to the right of the display until ----- shows. Release the button.

·         This scale requires one 9V alkaline battery for 300 operating hours.

·         The battery icon will flash on the display when the battery power is low and the battery should be changed.  Weight readings will still be valid until the scale shuts off.

·         The battery compartment is located on the underside of the scale.

·         Take a thin, flat object such as the flat end of stone tweezers.  Put it into the battery door groove and press inward and up.  The battery door will flip open for you.

·        Replace the 9V alkaline battery.

·        Put the battery door hinges in place.  Press battery door down until it "clicks" and shuts securely.

·         88.8.88 indicates Turn On procedure has begun.

·         -0- 9, -0- 8 … -0- 1 indicates Turn-On Countdown. 

·          CAL  indicates waiting for the calibration weight to be placed in pan.

·         ----- indicates waiting for a stable zero weight within range.

·         OFF-C will show if the item in the pan is not properly centered. Center it for an accurate weight.

·          Err  indicates the weight on the scale is over the limit of 50.000 c.

·         ^c indicates a stable carat weight.

·        Flashing battery icon indicates the battery needs changing.

·        An unchanging display indication requires factory repair.

·         Please read this Owner’s Manual and calibrate your scale according to the instructions.

·         Allow the scale to settle to room temperature when taking it from the car or an extreme environment. Avoid temperatures over 145° F /63° C.

·         Calibrate with the supplied 10.000-gram weight only.

·         Wait for a stability indicator to display. If stable indications do not appear, lowering the draftshield might be necessary. You might need to move your scale to a more stable environment.

·          Avoid shocks, such as dropping it on the floor.