POWERING THE SCALE
Powering the Scale / Inserting Batteries
1. With a Phillips head screwdriver remove the battery cover on the side of the display assembly by
unscrewing the (2) battery cover screws (see drawing below).
2. Replace or install 6 new AA batteries. Health o meter Professional recommends using alkaline or lithium
batteries, rated for 130°F (54°C) operation. Do not use zinc-carbon batteries.
3. Re-attach the battery cover to the display assembly.
4. Ensure all objects are removed from the scale's platform, and then press the ON/OFF button to turn the
scale on. The display will show "Start", then "0.0" LB or "0.0" KG. Press the LB/KG button to select the
weight mode (LB or KG).
Note: The battery icon on the display does not indicate battery life. The battery icon is displayed when the
scale is using batteries as the power source.
Note: This scale will always default to the settings and units last used (LB or KG).
Note: If the set up procedure fails, refer to the troubleshooting instructions. If the problem is not corrected,
contact Health o meter Professional Scales Customer Service at 1-800-815-6615.
Note: If "Lo" appears on the display, it indicates that the battery power is low. It does NOT indicate a problem
with the weight measurement.
Warning: If the scale will not be used for some time, remove the batteries to avoid a safety hazard.
Disposal of batteries must be performed in accordance with the prevailing national, regional or local
regulations that apply to
Optional AC Adapter
1. Connect the optional AC adapter (not included) into the adapter jack on the scale platform.
Warning: To avoid a safety hazard, use only a Health o meter
2. Plug the scale's AC adapter into the power source.
3. When the AC adapter is disconnected from the scale, the scale will switch to battery power if batteries
are installed.
Caution: Always plug the AC adapter into the scale first, then into the power source/wall outlet.
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BATTERY COVER
BATTERY
SCREW
Adapter Jack
DISPLAY ASSEMBLY
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Professional AC adapter.
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Scale platform