User manual TANITA BF 576

[. . . ] · Do not use this unit on slippery surfaces such as wet floors. What is Body Fat Percentage? Body fat percentage is the percentage of fat in your body. Too much body fat has been linked to conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other disabling conditions. Body Fat Ranges for Standard Adults 1, 2 Underfat Female 20­39 Age 40­59 60­79 0% Male 20­39 Age 40­59 60­79 Underfat Healthy Overfat Obese 10% 20% 30% 40% Healthy Overfat Obese 1 2 Based on NIH/WHO BMI Guidelines. To determine the percentage of body fat that is appropriate for your body, consult your physician. Important Notes for Users BF-574/576 is intended for adults and children (ages 7-17) with inactive to moderately active lifestyles and adults with athletic body types. [. . . ] If the batteries are incorrectly positioned the fluid may leak and damage floors. If you do not intend to use this unit for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove the batteries before storage. Your Body Fat Monitor/Scale can measure weight in three different modes: st-lb (British stone-pounds), kg (kilograms), or lb (pounds). The default setting (the setting at which Tanita products are shipped) is lb (USA only) or st-lb (UK only). If you would like to change that setting, or if at any point another setting has been inadvertently entered, follow these steps: Press the Set and Up buttons simultaneously. Press the Up button to cycle through each weight mode until the mode that you require is displayed. The unit will beep twice in short succession, and the display screen will flash to confirm your selection and store it in memory. Note: If weight mode is set to pounds or stone-pounds, the height programming mode will be automatically set to feet and inches. Similarly, if kilograms is selected, height will be automatically set to centimetres. Direction of the batteries. Please note that since the batteries were inserted at the factory, their energy levels may have decreased. Positioning the Monitor Place the measuring platform on a hard, flat surface where there is minimal vibration to ensure safe and accurate measurement. Note: To avoid possible injury, do not step on the edge of the platform. AUTOMATIC SHUT-DOWN FUNCTION The automatic shut-down function shuts off the power automatically in the following cases: · If you interrupt the measurement process. The power will shut down automatically within 10 to 20 seconds, depending upon the type of operation. · If you make a mistake during measurement or a key or button operation. · During programming, if you do not touch any of the keys or buttons within 60 seconds. · After you have completed the measuring process. Note: If the power shuts off automatically, repeat the steps from "Setting and Storing Data in Memory" (p. 5). Handling Tips This monitor is a precision instrument utilizing state-of-the-art technology. To keep the unit in the best condition, follow these instructions carefully: · Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform. · Store the unit horizontally, and place it so that the Personal keys will not be pressed accidentally. · Place the unit in an area free from direct sunlight, heating equipment, high humidity, or extreme temperature change. Use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glass cleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny; avoid soaps. 3 4 GB GB HOW TO DETERMINE BODY FAT PERCENTAGE Setting and Storing Data in Memory The unit can be operated only if data has been programmed into one of the four Personal Keys or the Guest mode. TAKING WEIGHT AND BODY FAT READINGS After programming your personal data you are ready to take a reading. Select Personal Key Press your pre-programmed Personal key. (Release the key within 3 seconds or the display will show "Error". ) The unit will beep and the display will show the programmed data. Now step onto the platform. Note: If you step onto the platform before "0. 0" appears the display will show "Error" and you will not obtain a reading. [. . . ] When this message appears, be sure to replace the batteries immediately, since weak batteries will affect the accuracy of your measurements. Change all the batteries at the same time with new AA-size batteries. Note: Your settings will not be erased from the memory when you remove the batteries. TROUBLESHOOTING If the following problems occur. . . A wrong weight reading appears on the display. Refer to "Switching the Weight Mode" on p. 4. "Lo" appears on the display, or all the data appears and immediately disappears. Batteries are low. [. . . ]