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Using a (Rechargeable) Battery
$ Battery is not included with the equipment
supplied
! Use only a commercially available
(rechargeable) 9-volt block battery
! When using a rechargeable battery, always use
an external recharging device to recharge the
battery
§ Lay the balance/scale on its side
§ Open the battery compartment: Lift the
compartment cover
§ Insert the 9-volt (rechargeable) block battery
in the compartment
$ Make sure to connect the positive and negative
poles correctly
! All used batteries are classified as waste
that requires special handling (not “household”
waste). Dispose of rechargeable batteries in
accordance with the applicable special waste
disposal regulations.
§ Close the battery compartment: Press down on
the cover until it clicks into place
Leveling the Balance/Scale
(only for models BL150S, BL1500S, GM1502)
Level the balance/scale any time you set
it up in a new location.
Use only the 2 front feet of the balance/scale
for leveling.
§ Turn the 2 rear feet until they are in position
(only on models BL1500S and GM1502)
§ Turn the 2 front feet as shown here in
the illustration until the air bubble is centered
in the level indicator
> In most cases this will require several
adjustment steps