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Body Fat Monitor / Scale
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Instruction Manual
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Tanita UK Ltd.
Tanita Europe GmbH
Tanita France S.A.
Villa Labrouste
The Barn, Philpots Close, Yiewsley,
Middlesex, UB7 7RY UK
Tel: +44 (0)1895 438577
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www.tanita.co.uk
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Tanita Corporation
Tanita Corporation of America Inc.
2625 South Clearbrook Drive
Arlington Heights, IL 60005 USA
Tel: +1-847-640-9241
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Tanita Health Equipment H.K. Ltd.
Unit 301-303 3/F Wing On Plaza
62 Mody Road, Tsimshatsui East
Kowloon, Hong Kong
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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
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USEFUL FEATURES
Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales allow you to measure both weight and
body fat percentage simultaneously and easily, simply by stepping on a
scale.
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Measuring Platform
1. Display Screen
2. Set Button
3. Arrow (Select) Buttons
4. Ball-of-Foot Electrodes
5. Heel Electrodes
6. Personal Keys
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Your Body Fat Monitor/Scale can be set for Male or Female, Standard or
Athlete Adult, or Children (ages 7-17).
Personal data (Female/Male, Age, Height, etc.) can be pre-set and
stored in memory for up to 4 people.
Unique Healthy Range Indicator automatically displays where your body
fat percentage falls within the Body Fat Ranges chart (p.2).
The unit emits a helpful “beep” when activated, and also at various
stages in the programming and measuring process. Listen for these
sounds which will prompt you to step on the unit, look at your readings,
or confirm a setting.
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7. Weight-Only Key
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SWITCHING THE WEIGHT MODE
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:
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Accessories
8. AA-Size Batteries (4)
PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE
Press the Set and Up buttons simultaneously. Release the buttons, the
display will flash. Press the Up button to cycle through each weight mode
until the mode that you require is displayed. Then press the Set button.
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.
Inserting the Batteries
Open as shown.
Open the battery cover on the back of the measuring platform. Insert the
supplied AA-batteries as indicated.
Note: Be sure that the polarity of the batteries is set properly. 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.
Please note that since the batteries were inserted at the factory, their energy
levels may have decreased.
Direction of the batteries.
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:
Handling Tips
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If you interrupt the measurement process. The power will shut down
automatically within 10 to 20 seconds, depending upon the type of
operation.
This monitor is a precision instrument utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
To keep the unit in the best condition, follow these instructions carefully:
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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.
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If an extraordinary weight is applied to the platform.
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.
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Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the unit.
Place the unit in an area free from direct sunlight, heating equipment,
high humidity, or extreme temperature change.
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After you have completed the measuring process.
Note: If the power shuts off automatically, repeat the steps from “Setting and Storing Data
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Never submerge in water. Use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glass
cleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny; avoid soaps.
Do not step on the platform when wet.
in Memory” (p.5).
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Do not drop any objects onto the platform.
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HOW TO DETERMINE BODY FAT PERCENTAGE
TAKING WEIGHT AND BODY FAT READINGS
After programming your personal data you are ready to take a reading.
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.
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. The unit will beep again and the
1. Turn on the Power
Press the Set button to turn on the unit (once programmed, pressing a
Personal Key turns on the unit.) The unit will beep to confirm activation, the
display will show “0.0”. Now step onto the platform.
Personal Key numbers (1,2,3,4) will be displayed, and the display will flash.
Note: If you don’t operate the unit for sixty seconds after the unit has been turned on, the
unit will turn off automatically.
Note: If you step onto the platform before “0.0” appears the display will show “Error” and you
will not obtain a reading. Furthermore, if you do not step onto the measuring platform
within about 60 seconds after “0.0” appears, the power is shut-off automatically.
2. Select a Personal Key Number
Press the Up/Down buttons to select a Personal Key. Once you reach the
Personal Key number you wish to use, press the Set button. The unit will
beep once to confirm.
Get Your Readings
Your weight will be shown first. Continue to stand on the platform.
“00000” will appear on the display and disappear one by one from left to
right. Your body fat percentage and Body Fat Range will appear on the
display screen. The display will then flash your weight and body fat
percentage alternately three times.
3. Set Age
Note: Even if you step off the platform after all
the results are displayed, the alternating display of
body weight and body fat percentage will be
repeated three times. The unit will then shut
down automatically.
The display defaults to Age 30 (range of user age is between 7-99). An
arrow icon appears on the lower left side to indicate Age setting. Use the
Up/Down buttons to scroll through numbers. When you reach your age,
press the Set button. The unit will beep once to confirm.
4. Select Female or Male
Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through Female ( ), Male ( ),
Female/Athlete and Male/Athlete settings, then press the Set button. The
unit will beep once to confirm.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR READING
Healthy Range Indicator (Standard Adults only*)
Your body fat monitor/scale automatically compares your body fat reading
to the Healthy Body Fat Range chart.
Following your body fat percentage reading, a black bar will flash along the
bottom of the display, identifying where you fall within the Body Fat Ranges
for your age and gender. For example, if the squares appear above (0) area
your range is within the Healthy Range – if they appear over (-) area, your
reading is below the Healthy Range. For more about the Healthy Range, see
page 2.
5. Specify the Height
The display defaults to 5’ 7.0” (170cm) (range of user is from 3’ 4.0” – 7’
3.0” or 100cm – 220cm). Use the Up/Down buttons to specify Height and
then press the Set button. The unit will beep once to confirm.
The unit will beep twice and the display will flash all data (Male/Female,
Age, Height, etc.) three times to confirm the programming. The power will
Under
Healthy
Over
Obese
then shut down automatically.
Note: If you make a mistake or want to turn the unit off before you have finished
(-) : Underfat; below the healthy body fat range. Increased risk for
health problems.
programming it, press the Weight-Only Key (
) to force quit.
(0) : Healthy; within the healthy body fat percentage range for your
age/gender.
(+) : Overfat; above the healthy range. Increased risk for health
problems.
(++) : Obese; high above the healthy body fat range. Greatly increased
risk of obesity-related health problems.
*Note: If you select Athlete mode, the unit will
not display the Healthy Range Indicator. Athletes
may have a lower body fat range based on their
particular sport or activity.
GETTING ACCURATE READINGS
To ensure accuracy, readings should be taken without clothing and under consistent
conditions of hydration. If you do not undress, always remove your socks or stockings,
and be sure the soles of your feet are clean before stepping on the measuring platform.
Be sure that your heels are correctly aligned with the electrodes on the
measuring platform. Don’t worry if your feet appear too large for the unit –
accurate readings can still be obtained if your toes overhang the platform.
It is best to take readings at the same time of day. Try to wait about three
hours after rising, eating, or hard exercise before taking measurements.
While readings taken under other conditions may not have the same
absolute values, they are accurate for determining the percentage of change
as long as the readings are taken in a consistent manner. To monitor
progress, compare weight and body fat percentage taken under the same
conditions over a period of time.
(Range of user age is between 20-79)
PROGRAMMING THE GUEST MODE
The Guest mode allows you to use the monitor without losing the
Heels centered on
electrodes
Toes may overhang
measuring platform
information already assigned to a Personal Key.
To programme the Guest mode, use the Down button marked with a “G” to
turn on the power. Then follow steps 3 through 5 in “Setting and Storing
Data” (p.5.) The unit will beep twice and the display will show “0.0”. Step
onto the platform. Next follow the directions for “Get Your Reading” (p.6).
Note: If you step onto the platform before “0.0” appears the display will show “Error” and
you will not obtain a reading.
Note: An accurate reading will not be possible if
the soles of your feet are not clean, or if your
knees are bent or you are in a sitting position.
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TAKING WEIGHT MEASUREMENT ONLY
Select Weight-Only Key
Press the Weight-only key. After 2 or 3 seconds, “0.0” will appear in the
display and the unit will beep. When “0.0” appears in the display, step onto
the platform. The body weight value will appear. If you remain on the platform,
the display will flash for about 30 seconds, and then the power will automatically turn off.
If you step off the platform, the weight will continue to show for about 5 seconds, then
“0.0” will appear and the unit will shut off automatically.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
When the batteries run low, the “Lo” message will appear on the display
window. 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… then…
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. Replace batteries immediately.
The display shows “ - - - - -” and goes off when a Personal Key is pressed.
No data (Male/Female, Age, Height, Athlete/Standard Adult) has been stored in the memory for that key. Pre-programme
with personal data (p.5).
The display reads “ Error” or “ - - - - -” appears or the power shuts off while
measuring.
Be sure that you have selected the correct user mode (Male/Female, Age, Height, Athlete/Standard Adult). Make sure
socks or stockings are removed, and the soles of your feet are clean and properly aligned with the guides on the
measuring platform. Consider whether or not you have selected the correct Personal Key and make sure that you wait for
“0.0” to appear before stepping on the platform. Step off and repeat steps on p.6.
“OL” appears while measuring.
Reading cannot be obtained if the weight capacity (23st 8lb/150kg/330lb) is exceeded.
Note: If body fat percentage is more than 75%, readings cannot be obtained from the unit.
The body fat percentage measurement does not appear after the weight is
measured.
Vibration will interfere with measurement of the fat percentage. Be sure to stand still on the measuring platform. Do not
bend your knees. Be sure that shoes and socks are removed and check foot alignment. Step off and repeat steps on p.6.
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