What is involved in the calibration process? Also, can the base be used on carpet?
799927
Thank you for your message John. I would like to direct you to Health-O-Meter to answer your question regarding the calibration process. Their Tech Support division can be reached at 800-638-3722. They can assist you regarding any questions you may have on recalibration. The scale can be used on carpet, but I would recommend placing something underneath the scale to stabilize it like a piece of plywood. Please let me know if you need any additional assistance. Thank you very much!
799928
There's nothing to do. It's calibrated at the factory and is amazingly accurate. But I would not use it on carpet. A stable solid floor is assumed in the design.
52815
No, it does not work on a carpet. No digital scale will work on carpet. Regular scales may work, but they are not accurate on carpet. They all need a solid surface.
331959
Yes, it seems very stable on our carpet. The lamp pole and lights are very light and the base is heavy. One other thing. The light is actually very bright. We are looking for a way to dim it. Normal dimmers do not work. Some lamps have built in dimmers which might be an advantage.
1940815
Calibration is not possible to the best of my knowledge. I have found it to be accurate + or - 1 or 2 grams and I think that is more a sensitivity issue (placement, etc). Hope this helps. As noted above - "tare" is certainly possible if that is what you meant.
547888
Hi, I checked the manual it does not list calibration procedures. This is an inexpensive unit and when it goes bad it is time for a new one. I had their previous model for 5 years before it needed to be replaced. Good luck
1670623
The documentation of this product did not say anything about calibration. Thus I assume it is already calibrated at the factory. But you bring up a good point. What if at some point the calibration may be off and what do we do? Documentation said nothing about this.
2064251
It is designed to sit on a table or stand. If the carpet has any plush to it at all the turntable pivot will sink in to the carpet wouldn't turn. If that isn't an issue then I see no reason it couldn't be set on the floor.
1360388
Yes, it's stable to use on carpet. It was a really good buy and worth the price in my opinion. Enjoy!
1160371
I tried it on carpet and it didn't weight right. Its should be on something flat, but it's great for the price. After 2 months no problems at all.
1961826
Simple solution to using it on carpet, go to Home Depot and purchase an appropriate sized (18x18) ceramic floor tile for $10. I've been using my scale on a tile on a carpeted floor for years.
1217756
There is no carpet height adjustment on this. You might want to try a higher priced model.
319219
It is designed and calibrated for specific buidling products. It would not work for this use, and was not the least bit accurate. Using both probes on the same material did not produce results that were remotely similar. I returned the product.
1047271
I'm sorry, we haven't used it on carpet. Depends on whether it's a smooth or nubby carpet. If it's smooth I'm sure it would do a nice job.
1559735
I do not recommend it to be used on carpet. It falls apart on soft surface.
52817
no. im pretty sure theres no scale that could be placed on a carpet and giv u an accurate measurement
808342
It needs to be on an elevated surface, otherwise you will be sitting on the floor. The legs are only about 4 inches off the ground. Otherwise yes, you can put it on carpet. Hope that helps.
1248723
Should work fine on a carpet. You need to have it like an accordian, not straight, it'll just fall over. If something bumps into it with some heft it'll fall over, but if not bumped, stays up fine.