OHAUS Scout SPX Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide 

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 SPX Balances

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SPX Balances

UNPACKING

Carefully remove your Scout balance and each of its components from the 

package. Store the packaging material to ensure safe storage and future transport. 

Included Components: 

  Balance 

Pan 

  Quick Start Guide 

Calibration Mass (only for models up to 620g 

capacity) 

  Warranty Card 

AC Adapter & Plug 

SELECTING THE LOCATION 

Place on a firm, steady surface with sufficient space. Avoid excessive air current, 

vibrations, heat sources, or rapid temperature changes.

PREPARATION FOR USE

Step-1 

Release the red Transportation 

Lock on subplatform of the 

balance 

Turn the pointer 90

 counter-

clockwise. 

Step-2 

Install the Pan 

Rectangular pan: Placediagonally 

on sub-platform and rotate 

counter-clockwise until it locks. 

Round pan: Set straight down on 

subplatform. 

Step-3 

Connect Power 

Connect the AC Adapter to the 

balance input jack. 

Battery Installation 

Install the Four “AA” (LR6) 

batteries (not included) with 

polarity as shown in the battery 

compartment. 

Step-4 

Level the balance 

Level the balance before using by 

adjusting the feet until level 

bubble is center 

AC Adapter Jack

Battery 

Compartment

Subplatform  Transportation 

Lock Pointer

Unlocked 

Position

Locked 

Position