Best Practices for Using a Restaurant Weighing Machine
Get the most out of your kitchen scale with these practical tips. Learn how to improve accuracy, prevent breakdowns, and save money in your restaurant operations.
7/16/20251 min read
Introduction
Buying a weighing machine for your kitchen or restaurant is only step one. Using it properly ensures you get accurate results, longer machine life, and better ROI. Even a top-quality scale won’t deliver results if mishandled.
At Shree Shree Weighing Solutions, we’ve trained hundreds of food businesses across Gujarat to use their weighing machines for maximum efficiency and minimum errors. Here are the best practices every food entrepreneur should follow.
🧽 1. Keep It Clean – Always
Wipe the scale with a dry or slightly damp cloth after every use
Never pour liquids directly on the machine
For flour or powdered items, clean the corners and gaps regularly
📦 2. Use the Tare Function Properly
Before adding ingredients, tare the empty container. This ensures you're only measuring the net ingredient weight — a simple step that avoids confusion and error.
🛑 3. Don’t Overload the Scale
Each machine has a maximum capacity. Overloading causes:
Internal damage to sensors
Permanent accuracy loss
Voiding of warranty
Our digital kitchen scales include overload alerts for safety.
🔄 4. Calibrate Weekly or Monthly
Use calibration weights or request our on-site calibration service to:
Maintain reading accuracy
Stay compliant (especially for Legal Metrology stamped machines)
We offer AMCs for scheduled recalibration in Ahmedabad, Surat, Vapi, and nearby towns.
🧤 5. Handle with Care
Avoid:
Dropping containers hard on the platform
Using metal containers with rough bottoms
Keeping the scale in extremely hot or cold environments
Our waterproof and oil-resistant models are designed for Indian kitchens but still require basic care.
🧠 6. Train All Staff
Whether it’s your sous-chef, kitchen helper, or packaging staff — ensure they all:
Know how to tare, zero, and switch units
Understand scale capacity
Report errors or malfunctions early
We offer on-site staff training at no extra cost during bulk installations across Gujarat.
Bonus Tip: Keep a backup battery or power source — especially in rural or mobile food setups.