GENERAL TIPS AND WARNINGS
Cleaning:
• Switch-off the BC-18 prior to start cleaning.
• For cleaning just use a damp cloth or common disinfection products. Do NOT use any
aggressive cleaning fluids.
• Never submerge the scale.
Overload:
• The maximum weighing capacity of the BC-18 is 20Kg.
• As soon as over 20 Kg is put o the scale, [ O-Ld ] lights on the LCD.
• To prevent damaging of the weighing mechanism, never place objects with a height of
over 21Kg onto the scale.
Power:
• Replace the batteries as soon as the display shows [ Lo ] and the battery symbol lights.
• In case the scale is not used for a longer period (for example a couple of months),
remove the batteries to prevent damage by leaking batteries.
Environment:
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At the end of the product lifecycle, you should not throw this product into
the normal household garbage but bring the product to a collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipments.
•
Exhausted batteries may never be disposed of in household waste but
must be handed in at your local depot for chemical waste.
Storage:
In case the scale is not used for a longer period:
• Remove the batteries to prevent damage by leaking batteries.
• Store the scale in an horizontal way; do not place the scale on one of its sides.
• Do not place heavy objects on the scale when storing.
• Store the scale on a dry location with a temperature of in between 10°C and 60°C.
Service:
• The scale is factory calibrated. There are no adjustments to make or user service parts
inside the scale.
• In case of a possible malfunction, we suggest to first replace the batteries. In case this
does not help, please consult the Alecto service department.
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