UM 030 - Bathroom scale TANITA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL UM 030 TANITA

Note: Read His Instruction Manual careluly and Keep it hand lor future reference. Thank you for selecting a Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scale. This model uses the BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis) technique, a state-of-the-art technology for body fat assessment. À Safety Precautions + _ Persons with implanted electronic medical equipment, such as a pacemaker, should not use the Body Fat Monitor feature on this Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scale. This Body Fat Monitor/Scale passes a low-level electrical signal through the body, which may interfere with the operation of a pacemaker. The Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales are intended for home use only. This unit is not intended for professional use in hospitals or other medical facilities; it is not equipped with the quality standards required for heavy usage experienced under professional conditions. + Do not use this unit on slippery surfaces such as wet floors. Note: Body fat percentage estimales wil vary with the amount of water in the body, and can be aitected by dehydration or over-hydration due to such factors as alcohol consumption, menstruation, ilness, intense exercise, el. Important Notes for Users This Body fat monitor is intended for adults and children (ages 7-17) with inactive to moderately active lifestyles and adults with 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. Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales allow you to determine your body fat percentage at home as easily as you measure your weight. 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 Aduls *2 Underit Heath Overlt Onese Female 20-39 CERRES ERERREN ENS] EERLENENS EN EXEEN TEE) Age 40-69 60-79 Male 20-39 Bge4osgfrrrenere 60-79 Underiat Heathy Over Obese ! Based on MIHWHO BMI Guidelines. ? As reported by Gallagher at atNŸ Obesit Research Center To determine le percentage of bodÿ fat ati appropriate for your bod, consult your physiciän. The BIA Method Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales use the BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis) technique. In this method, a safe, low-level electrical signal is passed through the body. It is difficult for the signal to flow through fat in the human body, but easy to flow through moisture in the muscle and other body tissues. The difficulty with which a signal flows through a substance is called impedance. So the more resistance, or impedance, the signal encounters, the higher the body fat reading. Tanitas patented “oot-pad” design sends à sa, low- level electrical signal through the body to determine its composition. Body Fat Percentage Fluctuations in a Day Hydration levels in the body may affect body fat readings. Readings are usually highest in the early waking hours, since the body tends to be dehydrated after a long nights sleep. For the most accurate reading, a person should take a body fat percentage reading at a consistent time of day under consistent conditions. Besides this basic cycle of fluctuations in the daily body fat readings, variations may be caused by hydration changes in the body due to eating, drinking, menstruation, illness, exercising, and bathing. Daily body fat readings are unique to each person, and depend upon one's lifestyle, job and activities.

What is Total Body Water Percentage? Total Body Water Percentage is the total amount of fluid in a person's body expressed as a percentage of their total weight. Approximately 50 -65% of the weight of a healthy person is water. Water plays a vital role in many of the body's processes and is found in every cell, tissue and organ. Maintaining a healthy total body water percentage will ensure the body functions efficiently and will reduce the risk of developing associated health problems. How To Measure Total Body Water? Deuterium Dilution Method is currently used as a typical method to measure a total body water percentage. This instrument estimates the total body percentage by the analysis (Multiple Regression Analysis) based on the parameter found by the BIA method. À mutuality over 0.8 is obtained between this instrument and the “deuterium dilution method”. Note: Deuterium Dilution Method is in terms of total body water based on he analysis of the dilution of orally ingested deuterium oxide in urine. Normal (Fm) Normal se n method [#1 TBW by 20 al

# mo m © sw © w ® © LODENEN TEW y BA Pa Healthy Total Body Water Percentage (%TBW) The average total body water percentage ranges for a healthy adult are: Female: 50 to 55% Male _: 60 to 65% Note: The total body water percentage of a person ui à high percentage of body fat may fall below the average healthy ranges Daily Rhythm of Total Body Water Try to measure total body water percentage at the same time of day and under the same conditions. This increases the accuracy of the readings. The best time is in the early evening, before the evening meal, when hydration levels are more stable. Total body water percentage tends to be underestimated to a degree if measured immediately after getting out of bed, not only because of dehydration but also because the fluid in the body will be stored centrally in the body's trunk. As the day progresses this fluid becomes more evenly distributed due to the effect of gravity. On the contrary, it may be overestimated after exercise or taking a bath because of the movement of body water or a rise in the body temperature despite actual dehydration. Important Notes + Take your measurements at the same time of day and under the same conditions. + Measured results depend on the movement of water in the body and/or changes in body temperature. Factors affecting total body water levels include sleep, physical activity, eating and drinking, illness and medications, bathing patterns and urination. Take fluid immediately if you have any symptoms of dehydration, particularly after physical activity or bathing. Symptoms include a dry mouth, headache, nausea, dizziness, skin dryness, a rise in temperature, loss of concentration, etc. lf symptoms persist, consult your doctor immediately. Elderly people are at increased risk of dehydration as they have less sensitivity to thirst and other rational symptoms. This instrument cannot be used to specifically determine an individual's recommended total body water percentage. Look for the long-term changes in total body water percentage and try to maintain a consistent, healthy total body water percentage

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

À Inserting the Batteries Turn the scale over and remove the battery cover by releasing the latch, install 2 pieces of new battery (included) with correct polarity as indicated Note: Be sure that the polarity of the batteries is set properly. If the batteries are incorrect positioned he fluid may ak and damage loor. you do not intend to use this unit for long period of lime, is advisable Lo remove he batris before storage Please note that since the batteries were inserted at the factory, their energy levels may have decreased. À 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 {he edge of the platform 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 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 soaps. + Do not step on the platform when wet. +_Do not drop any objects onto the platform.

USEFUL FEATURES SETTING AND STORING PERSONAL DATA IN MEMORY Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales allow you to measure both weight and body fat percentage simultaneously and easily,

• smy by stepping on a scale. 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). Guest feature allows you to take readings without reprogramming one of the Personal keys. Weight-only Key provides quick weight readings. 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.

SWITCHING THE WEIGHT MODE

1b (pounas) You can switch the unit indication by using the switch on the back of the scale as shown in the figure. lb =. A Note: 1 weight mode is set lo pounds or stone-pounds, he height programming mode will be automatically set to eet and inches. Similar, if ilograms is selected, height will be automatically set to centimetrs, Kg (Kilograms) lb nu SV st-lb (stone pounds) PCs,

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.

1. Turn on the Power

Press the Set button to turn on the unit. The unit will beep to confirm activation, the Personal data number will be displayed, and the display will flash. Note: you dont operale the uni for siiy seconds after he unit has been turned on, the unit will turn off automatically Note: If you make a mistake or want to turn the unit off before you have finished programming it, press the Weight-Only Key (LA ) to force quit. SET

2. Select a Personal Key Number n

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 El ! beep once to confirm. L

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, acer D 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 ( à ) or Male ( W ), 3 Female/Athlete and Male/Athlete settings, then press the Set button. The Rem unit will beep once to confirm.

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 specity Height and then press the Set button. 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 then shut down automatically. ms! 5 | UH The automatic shut-down function shuts off the power automatically in the following cases: ef you interrupt the measurement process. The power will shut down automatically within 10 to 20 seconds, depending upon the type of operation. + lfan extraordinary weight is applied to the platform. + During programming, if you do not touch any of the keys or buttons within 60 seconds.* + After you have completed the measuring process. *Note: he pouer shuts of automatically, repeat te steps from *Seting and storing personal dat in memory” (pô)

GETTING ACCURATE READINGS

To ensure accuracy, readings should be taken without clothing and under consistent conditions of hydration. 1 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. Itis best to take readings at the same time of day. Try to wait about three Heels centered on Toës may overhang hours after rising, eating, or hard exercise before taking measurements. electrodes measuring platform 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 accural reading will not be possible if {he sales of your feet are not clean, or i your knees are bent or you are in a siting position.

Press the Up button turn on. Use the Up/Down buttons to select your ÿ Personal data number. Press the Set button to confirm. (Release the key within 3 seconds or the display will show “Error”.) rm The unit will beep and the display will show the programmed data. A The unit will beep again and the display will show “0.0”. MEMORY Now step onto the platform. Note: el you step onto the platform before *0.0" appears the display wil| show “Error and you ill not obtain a reading. Furthermare, i you do not step onto he measuring plaform within sm about 60 seconds after “0.0” appears, he poner is Shut-of automatically. Es “When using the “Up” button to turn the unit on, the personal data number last used will TETE appear is Numbers that are not pre-programmed are automalcally skipped 2.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. The readings will be shown alternately 3 times as follows: Note:Do not step off until Body Fat % is shown. [AGEN FAT [rem LT Il | D! | IN | IN 8 OI à LU x (Ur ner 25 msn mens: III Weight Body fat percentage Total body water percentage

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 | — | 0 | bottom of the display, identifying where you fall within the Body Fat Ranges Under Healthy Over Obese 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. nan le Heat Rage Mau ANS €) = Underfat, below the healthy body fat range. Increased risk for health problems. may have à lower body ft range based on their (Oo): Healihy, within he healthy body fat percentage range for your age/gender. particular sport or activity. (4: Overfat; above the healthy range. Increased risk for health problems. (Range of user age is between 20-79) (44 : Obese; high above the healthy body fat range. Greatly increased risk of obesity-related health problems. Guest mode allows you to programme the unit for a one-time use without resetting a Personal data number. Press w button to activate the unit. Then follow the steps: Set Age, Select Female or Male, and Specify Height. CD Note :_ you step onto the platform belore *.0° appears the display will show “Error”

and you will not obtain a reading. GUEST 2 M

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. CD 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. OFF TROUBLESHOOTING If the following problems occur then. + A wrong weight format appears followed by kg, Ib, or st-1b 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. 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 wil not be erased from the memory when you remove the batteries. “Error” 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 measurement does not appear or “-----” appears after the weight is measured. Your personal data has not been programmed. Follow the steps on p.6. 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.

“OL” appears while measuring. Reading cannot be obtained if the weight capacity is exceeded. “Error FAT” appears while measuring. The Body Fat Percentage is more than 75%, readings cannot be obtained from the unit.