How to Calibrate a Mainstays Kitchen Scale
Whether on a diet or just measuring for a recipe, a kitchen scale comes in handy. The Mainstays kitchen scale requires the use of a separate container to hold food. With the addition of the container, it is necessary to calibrate the scale, so the weight starts at zero. Do this process each time to ensure accuracy when weighing food. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Place bowl for measurement use on the scale. The bowl should be dry and empty.
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Hold the scale slightly off the counter or table with one hand and grasp the bottom section with the other. Begin turning the bottom to the right.
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Turn the bottom until the scale reads zero. It may take several tries to get the scale perfectly to zero. Set the scale down, with the bowl in place, in between each turn to check the calibration.
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Tips & Warnings
Use a lightweight bowl to lessen the amount of calibration necessary.
A large bowl will make calibration difficult as it will visually block the digital readout. Use a tall bowl instead of a wide one.
