BC-601 - Smart scale TANITA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BC-601 TANITA

Read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

Bedienungsanleitung

Introduction 1
Features and functions. 1
Preparations before use 2
Getting accurate readings 2
Automatic shut-down function. 2
Setting (resetting) date and time. 3
Setting and storing personal data in memory 4
Taking weight and body fat readings. 5
How to see the reading of each segment ....7
Using the Visceral Fat Button. 8
Visceral Fat Rating 8
Visceral Fat Trend. 8
Recall Function 9
Programming the guest mode 10
Taking weight measurement only. 10
Switching the weight mode. 10
Troubleshooting 11

Thank you for selecting a Tanita Body Composition Monitor. This monitor is one in a wide range of home healthcare products produced by Tanita.

This Instruction Manual will guide you through the setup procedures and outline the button features.

Additional information on healthy living can be found on our website www.tanita.eu.

Tanita products incorporate the latest clinical research and technological innovations.

All data is monitored by our Tanita Medical Advisory Board to ensure accuracy.

Note: Read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it handy for future reference.

Safety Precautions

Note that people with an electronic medical implant, such as a pacemaker, should not use a Body

Composition Monitor as it passes a low-level electrical signal through the body, which may interfere with its operation.

Pregnant women should use the weight function only. All other functions are not intended for pregnant women.

Do not place this monitor on slippery surfaces such as a wet floor.

Please do not use scale immediately after bathing or strenuous exercise. Scale platform will be slippery when wet. Please wipe platform with clean, dry cloth to remove any liquids.

Important Notes for Users

This Body composition monitor is intended for adults and children (ages 5-17) standard and athletic body types.

Tanita defines "athlete" as a person involved in intense physical activity of approximately 10 hours per week and who has a resting heart rate of approximately 60 beats per minute or less. Tanita's athlete definition includes "lifetime of fitness" individuals who have been fit for years but currently exercise less than 10 hours per week.

The body fat monitor function is not intended for pregnant women, professional athletes or bodybuilders.

Recorded data may be lost if the unit is used incorrectly or is exposed to electrical power surges. Tanita takes no responsibility for any kind of loss caused by the loss of recorded data.

Tanita takes no responsibility for any kind of damage or loss caused by these units, or any kind of claim made by a third person.

Note: Body fat percentage estimates will vary with the amount of water in the body, and can be affected by dehydration or overhydration due to such factors as alcohol consumption, menstruation, illness, intense exercise, etc.

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

Measuring Platform

PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE

Open as shown.

Direction of the batteries.

Inserting the Batteries

Turn the scale over and remove the battery cover by releasing the latch, insert 4 × AA batteries (included) with the correct polarity 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 the included batteries from the factory may have decreased energy levels over time.

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.

Handling Tips

This monitor is a precision instrument utilising state-of-the-art technology.

To keep the unit in the best condition, please follow these instructions carefully:

• Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform.
• Store the unit horizontally, and place it so that the buttons will not be pressed accidentally.
• 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.
• Never submerge in water. Use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glass cleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny; avoid using soaps.
• Do not step on the platform with wet feet.
• Do not drop any objects onto the platform.

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 onto the measuring platform. Be sure 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 exercising 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.

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.

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 20 to 70 seconds, depending upon the type of operation.
• If an extreme weight is applied to the platform.
• During programming, if you do not touch any of the 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 Personal Data in Memory" (p.4).

SETTING (RESETTING) DATE AND TIME

Press to turn on the unit.

1. Set Year

Specify with and .

Press SET to confirm.

2. Set Month

3. Set Day

4. Set Hour

5. Set Minute

Resetting time

Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn on the unit. Then follow the procedure 1 to 5.

SETTING AND STORING PERSONAL DATA IN MEMORY

You will receive readings only if data has been programmed into one of the personal data memories or the Guest mode.

The monitor can store personal details for up to 4 people.

Press SET to turn on the unit.

1. Select a number

Specify with and .

Press SET to confirm.

2. Set your Birthday (Year/Month/Day).

3. Select Female or Male

Female (♂) or Male (♀), Female/Athlete (♂♀), and Male/Athlete (♂♀)

4. Specify the Height

5. Specify the Activity Level

Note: When you change the birthday and/or gender, the unit will show "CLr". If you select "YES" using buttons, the

existing personal data and tracking data will be deleted. If you select "no" using , no new data will be saved (existing data will be unchanged) then the unit will be shut off.

In order to delete personal data, press SET and choose a number with , then press and hold SET. The display will show CLr. Choose YES or no with and press SET to confirm.

TAKING WEIGHT AND BODY FAT READINGS

1. Select Personal Data Number

Press your personal key, and the display will show "0.0".

Note: You can change your height setting by pressing SET while "0.0" is shown.

Specify your height with , and press SET to confirm.

2. Step on

When "0.0" is displayed, hold the hand-electrode as shown and step onto the platform.

The unit will beep twice when the measurement is taken. Please stand still until the unit beeps.

Note: If you step onto the platform before "0.0" appears the display will show "Err" and you will not obtain a reading.

3. Obtain Your Readings

After the measurement, the unit will display all the readings. Step off the scale and press (RESUI) to see a desired reading.

9) Visceral fat level

1) Weight

2) Body fat %

3) Muscle mass

4) Bone mass

8) Total body water %

7) Metabolic age

6) DCI

5) BMI

Note: For children (age 5-17), the unit will only display the Weight, the Body fat % and the BMI.

HOW TO SEE THE READING OF EACH SEGMENT

Press to see the readings of right arm, left arm, right leg, left leg, and trunk while readings are displayed.

Level Indicator

The levels of body fat percentage and muscle mass of each segment are indicated with 3 blocks

High

Standard

Low

Left arm
Right arm
Trunk
Left leg
Right leg

USING THE VISCERAL FAT BUTTON

Using WiscFat enables you to see your visceral fat rating whenever your readings are displayed.

After the measurement, step off the platform and press while your readings are displayed.

VISCERAL FAT RATING

This feature indicates the rating of visceral fat in your body.

Visceral fat is the fat that is in the internal abdominal cavity, surrounding the vital organs in the trunk (abdominal) area. Research shows that even if your weight and body fat remains constant, as you get older the distribution of fat changes and is more likely to shift to the trunk area especially post menopause. Ensuring you, have healthy levels of visceral fat may reduce the risk of certain diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and the onset of type 2 diabetes.

The Tanita Body Composition Monitor will provide you with a visceral fat rating from 1 - 59.

Rating from 1-12 0

Indicates you have a healthy level of visceral fat. Continue monitoring your rating to ensure that it stays within the healthy range.

Rating from 13-59 +

Indicates you have an excess level of visceral fat. Consider making changes in your lifestyle possibly through diet changes or increasing exercise.

Source : Data from Columbia University (New York) & Tanita Institute (Tokyo)

Note:

• Even if you have a low body fat rate, you may have a high visceral fat level.
• For medical diagnosis, consult a physician.

VISCERAL FAT TREND

The arrow () indicates if your visceral fat level is on the increase or decrease.

The trend indication is displayed only when you take measurements at least 5 times in 2 weeks. Please be sure to take measurement everyday under same conditions.

RECALL FUNCTION

The previous readings of the following features can be obtained using the recall function.

To obtain previous readings, press PAST while the current readings are displayed.

To see other previous readings, press for each desired reading. Press SET again to go back to the current result display.

You can also see your past readings without taking measurement by pressing your personal key and PAST.

6 months before

Press SEGMENT to show reading of each segment while previous readings are displayed.

Press to choose Body fat percentage or Muscle Mass to be displayed.

Note: For children (age 5-17), the unit will only display the Weight, the Body fat % and the BMI.

PROGRAMMING THE GUEST MODE

Guest mode allows you to programme the unit for a one-time use without resetting a Personal data number.

Press OFF or [GUEST] and step on to the platform holding the hand-electrodes. Press GUEST to start measurement.

After the measurement, the unit will beep once, and now step off the plat form. To obtain your readings, input your personal information such as Age, Sex, Height, and Activity Level. Please see page 4 for more details.

Select Weight-Only Key

Press OFF. 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. The power will then shut down automatically.

SWITCHING THE WEIGHT MODE

Note: For use only with models containing the weight mode switch.

You can switch the unit indication by using the switch on the back of the hand-electrodes (kg/lb/st lb).

TROUBLESHOOTING

If the following problems occur ...then...

• 0 appears on the display, or all the data appears and immediately disappears.

Batteries are low. 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 batteries.

Note: Your settings and past memory will not be erased from the memory when you remove the batteries.

l appears while measuring.

Please stand on the platform keeping movement to a minimum.

The unit cannot accurately measure your weight if it detects movement.

The Body Fat Percentage is more than 75% , readings cannot be obtained from the unit.

• The Body Fat Percentage reading does not appear.
  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.
• appears while measuring.

Reading cannot be obtained if the weight capacity is exceeded.

Specifications

BC-601

Weight Capacity

150kg (330lb) (23st 8lb)

Weight Increments

0.1kg (0.2lb) (0.2lb)

Body Fat Increments

0.1%

Personal Data

4 memories

Power Supply

4 AA batteries (included)

Power Consumption

150 mA maximum

Measuring Current

50 kHz, 100 μA

Notice:

These marks can be found out on contaminant-containing

Batteries: Pb Pb = Battery contains lead,

Cd Cd = Battery contains cadmium,

Hg Hg = Battery contains mercury.

Not allowed to mix batteries with consumer stes!

As consumer you are legally bound to return used or discharged batteries. You can deposit your old batteries at the public collecting points in your town, or wherever the corresponding batteries are sold and specifically marked collecting boxes have been set up. In case of scrapping the apparatus, the batteries should be removed from it and deposited at the collecting points as well.

The device features radio interference suppression in compliance with EC regulation 2004/108/EC

Federal Communications Commission and Canadian ICES Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Canadian ICES-003. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Tanita Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

EINLEITUNG

0.1kg (0.2lb) (0.2lb)

0.1kg (0.2lb) (0.2lb)

Piles AA (4) (fournies)

0.1kg (0.2lb) (0.2lb)

Lichaamsvet Increment

0.1%

Persoonlijke geveen

4 geheugens

Voeding

Batterijmaat AA (4) batterijen (meegeleverd)

Stroomverbruik

150 mA maximaal

Meetstroom

50 kHz, 100 μA

Opmerking:

De volgende opschriften können op batterijen die

0.1 kg (0.2lb) (0.2lb)

50 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 100 μA

Awiso:

0.1 kg (0.2lb) (0.2lb)

Incrementos de grasa corporal

0.1%

Datas personales

4 memorias

Alimentación

2 baterias litation CR2032 (incluidas)

Consumo de energia

Máximo de 150 mA

50 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 100 μA

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