The Palmscale is very easy to operate. However, there are certain caring and operation instructions you should read before your first use. We know taking the time to read these instructions is time consuming, but this scale is a precision instrument and must be handled with the utmost care. Be careful not to lose your jewelers tools!

IMPORTANT:
1. To open the scale, slide the black switch on the right side of the scale.
2. To release the jewelers scoop/gunpowder scoop, slide the black switch on the bottom of the scale.
3. There is a storage slot inside the Carrying pouch to hold your gemstone tweezers.
4. If the scale ever “locks up” (reads 8888 for more then 15 seconds), simply remove the scoop and then press the ON key. If this does not work, then remove and replace the batteries.
5. Do not put the scale on or near a hot surface
6. Do not get the scale wet and do not operate on any wet surface
7. To clean the scale, wipe the surface with a clean damp cloth or mild non-abrasive cleaner. Do not use an abrasive cleaner it will damage the finish.
8. Do not overload the scale. That is, do not place anything that weighs more then the maximum capacity on the scale. It may permanently damage the load cell.
9. Handle the scale with care. This is a precision weighing instrument and should never be dropped or otherwise mishandled.
10. Do not leave anything on the scale when not in use.
11. Do not put any moist foods or wet objects on the scale. Keep the surface of the scale dry.
12. Do not use the Metal tray to pick up the scale, only hold and lift the scale by its base
13. If the scale ever reads “Lo” or weighs very slowly, please replace the batteries.
14. In the unlikely event your scale should require recalibration please refer to the calibration manual.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1. Do not put anything on the scale before you turn the unit on.
2. Turn the scale on by pressing the On. After 2 seconds, the display will read “0.0 g”.
3. Always allow the scale to warm up for at least 30 seconds.
4. Place the item to be weighed on the center of the platform and read the value on the display.
5. TARE Function: If you need to loose items or anything in a container or tray you should: 1) Turn the scale On. 2) Place the empty container or tray on the scale. 3) Press the TARE button. 4) Place the items to be weighed into the container. 5) The exact weight of the items will show. (use your tweezers to handle all gems)
6. The scale has an Auto-Off feature that turns off the scale after lapses of non-activity. If the scale is in a room with wind or air movement, it may sense the pressure of the air and not auto-off. In this case you must use the manual shutoff. Simply press the OFF button to turn the scale off manually.
7. Gram / Ounce Function: This scale has the ability to weigh in either gram or ounce mode. The selection of grams or ounces is done by simply pressing the G/OZ key once the scale is on.

BATTERY INSTRUCTIONS
Use 2 CR2032 3volt batteries. Be careful not to strip the screw when removing it. Please make sure the polarity is correct when installing new batteries.

Warranty:
This scale is warranted to the original consumer purchaser from all defects in materials or craftsmanship for 5 years from date of purchase. Any defect created by misuse, abuse, overload or physical damage is not covered. We do not accept returns of used scales from our resellers. You must return all used scales directly to our repair center.
If your scale has defect related to materials or craftmanship, please send it to:

Palmscale Warranty Dept
Attn: JDK-008
3402 E Thomas Road #33
Phoenix AZ 85018

You must include your ORIGINAL receipt as proof of purchase and a note describing the problem with your return address (please understand, we must have your ORGINAL receipt in order to know if the scale is still under warranty and that you are the original consumer purchaser of the scale. We will mail back your receipt with the scale. Keep your tools and calibraton weight (the replacement unit will be sent without the calibration weight) The scale must be completely clean and devoid of food matter. Unsanitary or unclean scales, or scales sent without their ORIGINAL receipt will be destroyed without repair. If you have used your scale to weigh gunpowder be sure to completely remove all residue before shipping. PLEASE DO NOT SEND US AN UNSAFE SCALE! Warn us if you feel there is any chance of gunpowder residue being in any part of the scale.

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PALMSCALE CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR VERSION 1.0 & 2.0 (not for the new 3.0!) REMEMBER, THIS SCALE IS ACCURATE WITHIN +/- .1G, ONLY CALIBRATE IF YOUR READINGS ARE INACCURATE BEYOND THE STANDARD OF .1G. ALWAYS ALLOW YOUR SCALE TO WARM UP FOR 30 SECONDS BEFORE WEIGHING.
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THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES MUST BE FOLLOWED STRICTLY TO AVOID FATAL DAMAGE
***PRE-READ THIS ENTIRE PAGE BEFORE YOU BEGIN***
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THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY SEEM COMPLICATED, BUT THEY ARE ACTUALLY PRETTY EASY
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU MOVE YOUR HANDS VERY SLOWLY DURING EACH STEP TO BE SURE YOU ARE NOT CAUSING ANY AIR MOVEMENTS & DON’T BREATH ON THE TRAY DURING CALIBRATION. Make sure the scale is on a flat stable surface - preferably on a Mousepad for extra stability.
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Again - these instructions are for the Palmscale 120 & 150 versions 1.0 & 2.0 only (the new 3.0 instructions follow afterwards)

1. Turn the scale off and clear the platform (Make sure nothing is on the platform – not even the plastic tray)
2. Place the scale on a flat stable surface that has NO vibrations and make sure there is absolutely NO air movement.
3. Turn the scale on by pressing the ON key (Remember: make sure the silver platform is empty).
4. WHEN THE DISPLAY SHOWS “0.0g”, press and hold the OFF key for 15 seconds. The display will then show a 4 digit random figure. (this is the gravitational setting).
5. Gently Place a 100g standard weight on the platform. The displayed figure will change. (be Gentle at each step)
6. Wait 10 seconds for the display to stabilize and then press the OFF key once. The display should change to 0000 (if the display does not show 0000, turn the scale off by pressing the OFF key six times and start calibration again).
7. Press the G/OZ key Once. The Display should change to 1000 (If you make a mistake and press G/OZ too many times you can just keep pressing it until you get it back to 1000 – Be sure to press the g/oz key and not the TARE, OFF or ON key!
8. PALMSCALE 120: Press the OFF key 6 times until the scale turns off. (each time you press the OFF key the scale will show a different figure on the screen. These are default settings that should not be changed).
PALMSCALE 150: Press the OFF key 3 times until the scale turns off. (each time you press the OFF key the scale will show a different figure on the screen. These are default settings that should not be changed).
9. REMOVE THE 100g WEIGHT FROM THE PLATFORM.
10. Turn the scale back on and test some weight readings.
11. If the readings are still inaccurate, perform calibration again from step 7.
If you have questions or need assistance please email us at info@palmscale.com
We can usually help you fix your scale very quickly so please contact us if you need any help. If your Palmscale consistently displays “err”, advanced programming is required (see Below).

PALMSCALE 3.0 CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS

This is only for the Version 3.0

Calibrating the new Palmscale 150 3.0 is very simple!
Simply turn the scale on, wait for it to stabilize, place the 100 gram weight on the platform, wait a few seconds, press and hold the G/OZ key until 100.0 flashes twice.

Release the key, calibration is complete!