Taylor 3838 User manual
3838
Digital Kitchen Scale
Thank you for purchasing a Taylor® digital kitchen scale. Your Taylor® scale is an example of superior design and craftsmanship.
Please read this instruction manual carefully before use. Keep these instructions handy for future reference.
Battery Information
1.This scale operates on 3 "AAA” batteries (included). Always replace all batteries at the same time; do not combine old and new
batteries. Do not mix alkaline standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries. Replace the batteries when the
Low Battery warning “Lo” appears on the display, or the readings grow dim or irregular. To replace the batteries:
2. Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the scale.
3. Remove the old batteries from the compartment.
4. Place the batteries into the battery compartment according to the “+” and “-” polarity symbols in the battery compartment.
NOTE: Please recycle or dispose of batteries per local regulations.
WARNING: Batteries may pose a choking hazard. As with all small items, do not let children handle batteries. If swallowed, seek
medical attention immediately.
PRECAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak. Remove the batteries if the scale will not be used for
a long period of time.
General Weighing Operation
1. Place the scale on a hard, level surface.
2. Press the “ ” (power) button to turn the scale on. The display will show “-18:888” and then zero when it is ready for use. If the
display does not show zero, wave your hand within 3 inches over the “TOUCHLESS TARE” symbol on the scale platform to reset the
scale to zero. The scale is ready for use.
3. Your scale weighs in pounds/ounces (lb oz), grams (g), fluid ounces (fl.oz.) and milliliters (ml). To change the units of
measurement, press the “UNIT” button on the bottom of the scale.
4. Place the item to be weighed on the center of the platform. The weight will display. As you add weight, the weight displayed
increases.
5. The scale will turn off automatically after approximately 1 minute of non-use or if there is no change in weight after
approximately 3 minutes. Press and hold the “ ” button to turn the scale off manually.
Liquid ingredient measurement: The liquid measure feature is suitable for all water based liquids, including wine, milk, stock, cream
etc. Note: Oils have a lower specific gravity, which will result in a volume reading of approximately +10%. If measuring oils by volume
on this scale, please adjust for this accordingly.
Tare Operation
You may wish to weigh ingredients in a bowl or other container (not included). In this case, you will need to tare, or offset, the
weight of the bowl so that only the weight of the ingredients is displayed.
1. Choose a container that will safely balance on the platform without tipping or falling. Do not use a heavy container, as this might
reduce the maximum capacity of the scale.
2. While the scale is off, place the empty container on the scale platform. Turn the scale on. The display will turn on and then show
zero. The weight of the container has been zeroed out.
3. Add the ingredient to be weighed. The weight of the ingredient alone will display.
4. The weight of additional ingredients may be tared out as well. For example, if a recipe calls for ½ lb rice and ½ lb beans, place the
rice into the bowl. Once the correct amount of rice is weighed, wave your hand within 3 inches over the “TOUCHLESS TARE” symbol
on the scale platform. The scale beeps and then resets to zero. Add the ½ lb of beans. Both ingredients have been accurately
weighed in the same bowl.
5. When weights have been tared out, the display will show a negative number when the items are removed from the scale. To reset
the scale back to zero for a new measurement, wave your hand within 3 inches over the “TOUCHLESS TARE” symbol on the scale
platform. The scale beeps and then resets to zero.
Wave hand 3” over “TOUCHLESS TARE” symbol to reset scale to zero
Precautions
1. Clean exposed parts with a soft, slightly damp cloth. To remove stains, use a mild soap. Never use detergents, excess water,
treated cloths, harsh cleaning agents, or sprays. Avoid contact with acids, such as citrus juices. DO NOT immerse the electronic scale
in water or wash in a dishwasher.
2. Do not tamper with the scale’s internal components. Doing so will invalidate the warranty on this unit and may cause damage.
The scale contains no user-serviceable parts.
3. Although your scale is designed to be maintenance-free, it contains sensitive electronic parts. Avoid rough treatment. Treat it with
care to ensure the best performance.
4. This scale is intended for home/consumer use only. It is not intended for commercial or medical use.
5. This scale is designed to read weights up to 11 lb x 0.1 oz / 5000 g x 1 g / 176 fl.oz x 0.1 fl.oz / 5000 ml x 1 ml. To prevent damage,
do not place more than 11 lb / 5000 g / 176 fl.oz / 5000 ml on it.
6. Do not store scale where you store cleaning chemicals. The vapors from some household products may affect the electronic
components of your scale. Do not store scale on its side.
7. This scale is an extremely sensitive weighing device. In order to prevent run down of the battery, do not store anything on the
scale.
8. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard
(carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.) batteries. Remove the batteries if the scale will not be used for a long period of
time.
9. Unstable Warning: Should “unSt” appear on the display, this indicates the scale is unstable. Place the scale on a hard, level surface
during use.
10. Overload Warning: Should “EEEE” appear on the display during a weighing, this indicates that the maximum weighing capacity of
the scale has been exceeded. Remove the weight immediately otherwise permanent damage could occur.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Note: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
One (1) Year Limited Warranty
Taylor® warrants this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship (excluding batteries) for one (1) year for the
original purchaser from date of retail purchase. It does not cover damages or wear resulting from accident, misuse, abuse,
commercial use, or unauthorized adjustment and/or repair. If service is required, do not return to retailer. Should this product
require service (or replacement at our option), please pack the item carefully and return it prepaid, along with store receipt showing
the date of purchase and a note explaining reason for return to:
Taylor Precision Products
2220 Entrada Del Sol, Suite A
Las Cruces, New Mexico 88001 USA
www.taylorusa.com
Email: taylorusa@lifetimebrands.com
There are no expressed warranties except as listed above. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other
rights which vary from state to state. For additional product information, or warranty information outside the USA, please contact us
through www.taylorusa.com.
© 2019 Taylor Precision Products, a division of Lifetime Brands Inc. All rights reserved.
Made to our exact specifications in China.
Not legal for trade.
3838 GW 3.19
Party issuing Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity &
Responsible party –U.S. Contact information:
Taylor Precision Products
2311 W. 22nd Street, Suite 200
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Equipment:
Product Name: Kitchen Scale
Model No.: 3838
Trade Name: Taylor
We declare under our sole responsibility that the above referenced product has been tested according to FCC
requirements and this device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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