does it hold the weight readout or do you have to read it while holding?
1603248
yes it does hold the weight readout but not for long. you will probably want to try to read while you are weighing. it's very practical. hope this helps.
1603249
If you hold you the luggage still,the weight will stabilize and will flash, that's how you know the exact reading. The weight reading will then stay on display even when you put the luggage down.
992846
Um... I'm not sure really. It could be the battery or maybe the surface the scale is on. I have mine on a wood floor and it reads out consistent and accurate weight reedings.
408196
No. It flashes the weight three times, then holds it for a few seconds. I've been writing it down to remember and keep a record.
2003406
I recently purchased this scale with the intention of weighing small packages to mail. I did test its weighing accuracy with another digital scale, & it was almost the same reading - within 1/10th on an ounce. You can choose the unit of weight. I only used it in lb:oz setting. It does have a fluid oz unit setting. You can weigh your container, then clear the on/tare weight to reset to '0', then add your foods into/onto your container. The display will show the item weight since your last clear. When you are finished, clear the weight, & remove your container from the scale. The total weight including your original container will display briefly. I wrote down the weight of the container, then subtract it from the total. Because I am using the scale to weigh packages, it is hard to see the screen underneath the larger package. Thats why I reset the weight to '0' then remove my package. If you are weighing smaller amounts where the screen is not obstructed, then the weight reading is the weight of the item(s) since the last clear. The scale is durable however, it is not sealed against spills getting underneath the sides. Another thing I have noticed. The scale will turn itself off after no activity in a few seconds. I cannot comment on its life expectancy. So far so good. Judy
1868155
The scale actually does factor in the weight of the handle according to where the handle is when you turn on the scale. For instance if the handle is clipped in when you turn it on it will read zero. In the same way if you would unclip and hang on to the handle, then turn it on, and place the handle back down on top of the scale, it will now read 1 pound.This is why the readings will be different if you weigh yourself first holding the handle then weigh yourself again just stepping on the scale it will show you a difference of 1 lb.
2198717
I didn't get one with mine, I just looked at picture to make sure I had it in right. Then you just press the middle button and it will start, when it get through it will give you a reading and turn off by itself, it also stores your reading. I really like mine,
1022101
I got this scale for that very reason haha. I'd rather need the scale to read that much weight than need it and not have one. You know? But this scale is awesome I use it for meal preps!
1599455
you need to balance it, by pressing long on the right buttonthe reason it is this way is because it allows you to put a container on it and balance it to 0 - it will measure what you put in the container without the weight of the container...
896801
The short answer is "yes." You simply put the measuring container (plate, cup, jar, whatever) on the scale and press the On/Off button. It immediately zeros the scale. You can then add the item to be weighed to the measuring container and the readout will display the weight of that item without having to subtract the weight of the container. Easy peasy! Apparently not everyone is aware of the tare function of this device -- hence some of the confusing answers.
1215966
Say I used it to weigh a box. Does it hold the time long enough so I can read it?
384902
Can't say for sure, but most likely, it will read the current weight, but not a negative weight. The company web sight has FAQ's and contact numbers. You should be able to ask them directly.
882551
No, it does not retain any readings. It will reset immediately on removal from whatever surface that it is attached to.
448129
We have had good luck using the hold feature. We have checked it several times in a row and it always reads the same weight. Also very comparable weighs to the hospital scales
1723141
The information on the instructions say with the the unit ready for testing, press on/set. If you have the results showing in kg, press on/set. Either way it's supposed to convert to pounds.
1226018
You have to hold it down for like ten seconds for a reading. Never had a problem with it sticking.
1079441
Chris - good question. I think that the HOLD just holds the temperature that you just scanned. It will be held until you scan another article or until the thermometer turns off. Hope that this helps.
528280
I don't have it infront of me, but as soon as it powers on you double tap (or hold) the main button until it reads lbs oz.