VT-1964 BK - Scale Vitek - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Digital Bathroom Scale
Brand	Vitek
Model	VT-1964 BK
Color	Black
Platform Material	Tempered Glass
Maximum Capacity	180 kg (396 lb)
Graduation	0.1 kg (0.2 lb)
Display	LCD, 1.2 inch
Power Supply	1 x CR2032 3V battery (included)
Auto-Off	Yes, after 10 seconds of inactivity
Low Battery Indicator	Yes
Overload Indicator	Yes
Tare Function	Yes (with press of button)
Measurement Units	kg / lb / st
Dimensions (W x D x H)	30 x 30 x 2.2 cm
Net Weight	1.2 kg
Safety Features	Anti-slip feet, rounded edges
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with a soft damp cloth; do not immerse in water
Spare Parts Available	Battery (CR2032)
Certifications	CE, RoHS

Frequently Asked Questions - VT-1964 BK Vitek

How do I turn on the Vitek VT-1964 BK scale?

Step onto the scale gently; it will turn on automatically. To turn it off, step off and it will shut off after a few seconds.

How do I change the battery?

Open the battery compartment on the underside, remove the old CR2032 battery, insert a new one with the + side up, and close the cover.

What does 'Err' or 'Lo' mean on the display?

'Err' indicates an overload (weight exceeds 180 kg) or unstable reading. 'Lo' means the battery is low and needs replacement.

How do I switch between kg, lb, and st?

Press the unit button (usually on the bottom or side) repeatedly to cycle through kg, lb, and st.

Why does the scale show inconsistent readings?

Ensure the scale is on a hard, level surface. Avoid carpet. Stand still and center your weight. If inconsistent, replace the battery.

Can I use the scale on a carpet?

It is not recommended. The scale is designed for hard, flat surfaces for accurate readings. Carpet can cause errors.

How do I clean the scale?

Wipe the glass platform with a soft damp cloth and mild soap if needed. Do not use abrasive cleaners or submerge in water.

What is the maximum weight limit?

The maximum capacity is 180 kg (396 lb). Exceeding this may damage the scale and cause injury.

Does the scale have a tare function?

Yes, you can zero out the weight by pressing the tare button before weighing additional items.

Is the scale safe for use with pacemakers?

The scale uses standard electronic components; if you have a pacemaker, consult your doctor as a precaution.

USER MANUAL VT-1964 BK Vitek

The scale is intended for measuring weight and percentage of fat, water, muscles, and bone tissue in a human body.

This scale uses bioelectric body impedance analysis «BIA» that allows to precisely calculate the percentage of fat, muscle bulk, bone tissue, and water. The calculations are based on personal data (height, age, sex) input into the unit memory.

DESCRIPTION

1. Platform
2. Data selection sensor buttons «▲/▼»
3. Display
4. Measurement units selection button «UNIT»
5. Data selection and confirmation sensor button «SET»
6. Battery compartment lid

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CUSTOMER ATTENTION!

Before using the unit, read this instruction carefully. Keep this instruction for future reference.

Use the unit according to its intended purpose only, as it is stated in this user manual. Mishandling the unit can lead to its breakage and cause harm to the user or damage to his/her property.

PRECAUTIONS

• Using the excess weight analysis function is ABSOLUTELY contraindicated to pregnant women.
• Using the excess weight analysis function is ABSOLUTELY contraindicated to people using pacemakers and other medical devices with built-in batteries.
• Handle your scale with care, as it is a precision instrument, do not subject it to high or low temperatures, high humidity, never expose it to direct sunlight and do not drop it.
  • Use the scale away from heating units.
• Avoid getting of liquids into the scale body, this appliance is not waterproof. Do not store or use the scale in a room with high humidity (above 80%), make sure that the scale does not come into contact with water or other liquids as this may cause failure of scale indication or its damage.
• Place the scale on a flat, dry and non-slip surface.
• The scale readouts will be more correct if you do not use the scale on carpets or rugs.
• Do not step on the scale with wet feet or if the scale surface is damp. You can slip and get injured.
• Be careful while stepping on the scale: step on the scale first with one foot; make sure that the scale is steady and then step on it with both feet.
• Step on the scale and dispose your weight evenly. Stand still while weighing. Do not jump on the scale.

• If you are not planning to use the scale for a long time, remove the batteries from the battery compartment.

• Strictly follow the polarity according to the markings when replacing the batteries.

• Replace the batteries in time.
  • Never allow children to use the scale as a toy.
• For children safety reasons do not leave polyethylene bags, used as a packaging, unattended.
• Attention! Do not allow children to play with polyethylene bags or packaging film. Danger of suffocation!
• This unit is not intended for usage by children or disabled persons unless they are given all the necessary and understandable instructions by the person who is responsible for their safety on safety measures and information about danger that can be caused by improper usage of the unit.
• To avoid damages transport the unit only in original package.
  • Do not repair the scale by yourself.
  • Refer to authorized service centers for maintenance.
• Keep the unit out of reach of children.

Electronic scale can be sensitive to electromagnetic emission of other units located in close proximity (such as mobile phones, portable radio transmitters, radio controllers and microwave ovens). In case of such emission (false or inconsistent data indication on the display), use the scale away from the source of interferences.

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

After unit transportation or storage at low temperature it is necessary to keep it for at least two hours at room temperature before switching on.

• If there is a protective film on the scale surface, remove it.
• Wipe the scale with a soft, slightly damp cloth and then wipe it dry.

BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

• Remove the battery compartment lid (6) and insert four "AAA" batteries (supplied with the unit), following the polarity.
  — Install battery compartment lid (6) back to its place.

Note: If there is isolation insert in the battery compartment, open the battery compartment lid (6), remove the isolation insert and install battery compartment lid (6) back to its place.

Battery replacement

• When the batteries are low, the symbol «LO» will appear on the display (3).
• Open the battery compartment lid (6), replace the «AAA» batteries with new ones, strictly following the polarity, and close the battery compartment lid (6).

ENGLISH

- If you do not use the scale for a long time, remove the batteries from the battery compartment.

WHAT IS EXCESS WEIGHT?

It is generally known that excessive body weight can negatively affect the health. Excess weight can cause obesity, heart problems, atherosclerosis, and osteoporosis; short weight may also lead to osteoporosis. (Osteoporosis is a systemic skeleton disease characterized by reduction of bone mass per unit volume and impairment of bone tissue micro-architectonics and leading to increased bone fragility and risk of fracture by minimal trauma or even without it).

Physical exercises and a moderate diet help to lose excess weight and this scale helps to control your weight.

It is known that in case of low weight muscles and body tissues contain more water than fat, and that electric current passes through water better than through fat. Sending weak current through the body, the scale quickly and easily calculates the percentage of fat and water in a human body. You can control your weight basing on the results of fat and water percentage calculation.

RECOMMENDATIONS

• Weigh yourself at one and the same time of the day.
• We recommend to measure the percentage of fat and water in the evening before evening meal.
  – 2-3 hours should pass after last meal.
• 10-12 hours should pass after intensive physical exercises.
  – Percentage of fat in the body depends on different factors and can change during the day.
• When calculating percentage of fat and water of children younger than 10 years the results may be inaccurate.
  – Professional sportsmen, people inclined to edemas and people with nonstandard body proportions can show inaccurate results of calculation.

Note: Percentage of fat, bone, muscles, and water can be calculated only if personal data (sex, age, height) are entered correctly and if you step on the scale barefoot.

SWITCHING ON

• Place the scale on a flat solid surface; if the floor is uneven or covered with a carpet or rug, the weighing accuracy decreases.
  – Switch the scale on by slightly touching the body.

MEASUREMENT UNITS SELECTION

• To select weight measurement units press the «UNIT» button (4) consequently.
• Measurement units are shown on the display (3): «kg» - weight is measured in kilograms, height is measured in centimeters; «lb» - weight in pounds, height in feet and inches; «st:lb» - weight in stones and pounds, height in feet and inches.

WEIGHT MEASUREMENT

– Switch the scale on by slightly touching the body.
- Wait till the symbols «0.0 kg», «0.0 lb» or «0:0 st:lb» appear, depending on the selected measurement units.
- Step on the scale, keep your feet parallel to each other and distribute your weight evenly.
- Stay still while weighing. During weight measurement the weight values will be flashing on the display (3), and after measurement they will light constantly.

Attention!

• If a symbol «Err» appears on the display (3), it means that the scale is overloaded. Step off the scale immediately to avoid its damage.
• The scale will be switched off automatically approximately in 15 seconds after weight measurement.

ENTERING PERSONAL DATA

• Touch the «SET» button (5), one of the user numbers «P0», «P1», ..., «P9» will be flashing on the display (3).
• Select the user number by touching the buttons «▲/▼» (2). You can enter the data for 10 users marked by symbols «P0», «P1»..., «P9». Confirm your choice with the «SET» button (5).
• Then the flashing symbol of the sex will be shown on display (3). Select the symbol 🎉 for women or 🎋 for men, touching the sensor buttons (2) «▲/▼». Confirm your choice touching the «SET» button (5).
• Flashing word «age» and digital values of age will appear on the display (3). Set the user's age touching the buttons (2) «▲/▼», the age range is from 10 to 80 years with the step 1 year. To save the user's age touch the «SET» button (5).
• Then flashing digital values of height will be shown on the display (3), the digital values of height are entered in values corresponding to the selected weight measurement units. If you select the weight measurement units «kg», the user's height values are given in «centimeters», possible height values are from 100 to 240 cm with 1 cm step. Set the height values by touching the buttons (2) «▲/▼» and then confirm the settings by pressing the «SET» button (5).

Calculation of fat, bone, muscle bulk, and water percentage in a human body.

• Touch the «SET» button (5).
• Select one of the user numbers «P0», «P1», ..., «P9» by touching the buttons (2) «▲/▼».
• Check personal information by touching consequently the «SET» button (5).
• After viewing the height data, touch the «SET» button (5) again, the user's height will be shown once again and the symbols «0.0 kg», «0.0 lb» or ««0:0 lb» appear on the display (3), depending on the selected measurement units.

ENGLISH

• Step on the scale barefoot, stay still during the weight measurement and wait till the weight indications appear.
• Keep standing on the scale. After calculation the following data will be shown on the display (3): water, fat, muscle, bone percentage and recommended level of daily calorie intake (pic. 1). Calculation results will be shown on the display twice and then the unit will be switched off automatically.

Notes:

• It is NECESSARY to enter personal data into the unit memory before measuring fat, water percentage, etc.
• If during the data saving no actions are taken, the scale will be switched off automatically in 15 seconds.
• If a symbol «Err» appears on the display (3), it means that the scale is overloaded. Step off the scale immediately to avoid its damage. Maximal capacity of the scale - 180 kg.
• Symbol «Err» may also indicate absence of contact between the feet and the platform (1). Step on the scale BAREFOOT.
• Symbol «Err2» shows that an error occurred during calculation. Step off the scale and repeat weighing.
• Symbol «FATL» indicates that fat percentage in the body is less than 5%, symbol «FATH» indicates that fat percentage exceeds 50%.

Change of fat percentage in a human body during the day

The indications of fat percentage in a human body are affected by such factors as lifestyle, physical load, health condition, and also water percentage in the body.

You should take into account the following factors:

• the fat percentage indications may be less if measured after taking a bath or a shower,
  – the fat percentage indications may be higher if measured after having meal or drinking,
• percentage of liquid in a human body may decrease and thus change the fat percentage indications during and after illness and after physical exercises.

Water percentage in a human body

Water percentage in a human body is the percentage of liquid in the human body to total weight. Water has primary importance for human tissues and organs, since 50-65% of our body consist of water. With this scale you can control the percentage of water in your body and correct this important characteristic.

What is muscle bulk?

Muscle bulk value shows the weight of locomotive system muscles, plain muscles (heart and digestive system) and water in these muscles.

Control of muscle bulk is especially important for people with excessive weight. Weight loss may lead to decrease of fat tissues, but only if you gain muscle bulk at the same time.

What is bone mass?

Bone tissues are the base of human skeleton; they are solid and resistant to external actions, protecting the internal organs, and together with muscle tissue providing human ability to move.

Bone mass measurement is based on calculating the minerals mass in a human body (calcium or other matters). The research showed that development of muscle tissues makes skeleton stronger. This fact should be taken into account when making up diet and calculating physical activity for strong and healthy bones.

Normal percentage of water in the body is 45-60% for women and 50-65% for men.

	Age %	of fat % of water % of muscles
Man		Low	Medium	High	Low	Medium	High	Low	Medium	High
	20-39	5.0-7.9	8.0-19.0	19.1-45.0	38.0-54.9	55.0-70.0	70.1-85.0	45.0-72.9	73.0-82.0	82.1-95.0
	40-59	5.0-10.9	11.0-22.0	22.1-45.0	38.0-49.9	50.0-68.0	68.1-85.0	45.0-69.9	70.0-79.0	79.1-95.0
	60-79	5.0-12.9	13.0-25.0	25.1-45.0	38.0-49.9	50.0-65.0	65.1-85.0	45.0-66.9	67.0-77.0	77.1-95.0
Woman		% of fat % of water			% of muscles
	20-39	5.0-20.9	21.0-33.0	33.1-45.0	38.0-47.9	48.0-65.0	65.1-85.0	45.0-67.9	68.0-77.0	77.1-95.0
	40-59	5.0-22.9	23.0-35.0	35.1-45.0	38.0-44.9	45.0-65.0	65.1-85.0	45.0-64.9	65.0-75.0	75.1-95.0
	60-79	5.0-23.9	24.0-36.0	36.1-45.0	38.0-44.9	45.0-65.0	65.1-85.0	45.0-61.9	62.0-72.0	72.1-95.0
Man taking exercises up to 10 hours a week		% of fat % of water			% of muscles
	20-39	5.0-5.9	6.0-12.0	12.1-45.0	38.0-54.9	55.0-71.0	71.1-85.0	45.0-74.9	75.0-85.0	85.1-95.0
	40-59	5.0-5.9	6.0-13.0	13.1-45.0	38.0-49.9	50.0-69.0	69.1-85.0	45.0-72.9	73.0-83.0	83.1-95.0
	60-79	5.0-7.9	8.0-13.0	13.1-45.0	38.0-49.9	50.0-67.0	67.1-85.0	45.0-69.9	70.0-80.0	80.1-95.0
Woman taking exercises up to 10 hours a week		% of fat % of water			% of muscles
	20-39	5.0-13.9	14.0-18.0	18.1-45,0	38.0-47.9	48.0-66.0	66.1-85.0	45.0-67.9	68.0-80.0	80.1-95.0
	40-59	5.0-15.9	16.0-20.0	20.1-45.0	38.0-44.9	45.0-65.0	65.1-85.0	45.0-65.9	66.0-78.0	78.1-95.0
	60-79	5.0-16.9	17.0-20.0	20.1-45.0	38.0-44.9	45.0-65.0	65.1-85.0	45.0-64.9	65.0-76.0	76.1-95.0

Note: The data given in this table are non-regulatory.

ENGLISH

Bone mass practically doesn't change; however, some decrease is possible under many factors (weight, height, age, sex). That's why this manual does not contain standard values and recommendations concerning the bone mass.

Recommended level of daily calorie intake

Level of daily calorie intake is the amount of energy required by human body at rest for daily living activities (for instance, if you stay in bed for 24 hours). Required amount of calories significantly depends on the weight, height and age of a person. This amount of calories is required by human body and it should be regained by means of food. If you receive less calories for a long time, it may harm your health.

Analysis of weighing results

As a rule, short-term changes of weight within several days are the result of minor loss of liquid in your body tissues. Analyze the results of regular weight measurements for a long time. Evaluation of the results is based on changes of total weight, fat percentage and water percentage in body tissues and depends on the duration of the period when the measurements were made. Short-term indication changes during a day can be significantly different from the indication changes within a week or a month.

As a rule, short-term indication changes are connected with percentage of liquid in body tissues, and medium and long-term changes are caused by changes of fat percentage and muscle bulk volume.

• Short-term weight loss and simultaneous growth or constant fat percentage in body tissues may be caused by decreasing of liquid amount as a result of physical exercises, visiting sauna or quick weight loss.
• Medium-term increase of weight, decrease of fat amount or constant fat amount in body tissues may be caused by increasing of muscle bulk.
• If you notice one-time decrease of total weight and fat percentage, it means that your diet works, i.e. you lose the fat percentage in your body tissues.

- The best results are achieved if you combine diet with physical exercises. In this case you can observe the medium-term increase of muscle mass in body tissues.

CLEANING AND CARE

• Wipe the scale with a soft, slightly damp cloth and then wipe it dry.
  – Never use abrasives or solvents.
  – Never immerse the unit into water or other liquids.
• Keep the scale away from children in a dry cool place.

DELIVERY SET

1. Scale - 1 pc.
2. «AAA» batteries - 4 pcs.
3. Instruction manual - 1 pc.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply: 4 «AAA» type batteries, 1,5 V

Max. weight: 180 kg

Min. weight: 7 kg

The manufacturer preserves the right to change the design and the specifications of the unit without a preliminary notification.

Unit operating life is 5 years

Guarantee

Details regarding guarantee conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.

This product conforms to the EMC-Requirements as laid down by the Council Directive 2004/108/EC and to the Low Voltage Regulation (2006/95/EC)

DEUTSCH

PERSONENWAAGE

A production date of the item is indicated in the serial number on the technical data plate. A serial number is an eleven-unit number, with the first four figures indicating the production date. For example, serial number 0606xxxxxxx means that the item was manufactured in June (the sixth month) 2006.

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