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USER MANUAL Body Balance Shape F4 SOEHNLE

063161_BB-Shape-F4-2630-B_data.indd 10 30.10.2014 14:49:35Thank you for purchasing the Soehnle Body Analysis Scale. This brand-name product will aid you in the evaluation of your body condition. Please read this user manual prior to operating your body analysis scale and familiarize yourself with the device. Please retain these user instructions so as to have this information on hand whenever it is needed. Important information Whether you would like to reduce your body weight because you are overweight or increase it if you are underweight, please contact a physician. Every treatment and diet programs require the advice of a physician. Recommendations for fitness programs or diets based on calculated values should be obtained from a physician or other qualified person. SOEHNLE is not liable for any damages or losses caused by the use of Body Balance or for Third Party claims. This product is intended only for private use by the con- sumer. It is not suitable for professional operation in hos- pitals or medical institutions. It is not suitable for persons with electronic implants (pace maker, etc.) Only operate this body ana- lysis scale on sturdy, level surfaces (tile, hardwood floor, etc.). Carpets could cause erroneous measurements. The Body Balance will be a decisive contribution to your health. This electronic body analysis scale features the following functions: The Body Balance will deter- mine your condition in regard to body fat and body water content, muscle mass and weight based on your personal data and the recommenda- tions of health and body composition experts. An individual evaluation of the analysis results with per- sonal recommendations will be performed. Memory slots for 8 persons and automatic recognition of persons. 2 additional measurement modes are available for ath- letes. Intensive training significantly influences the results of the analysis. Therefore, this scale is equipped with two different modes for athletes. You can recognize the selected value based on the following sym- bols

Note: Immediately after inserting the batteries (while “0.0” is still being dis- played), place the body analysis scale on a level surface and wait until the scale powers down automatically. Then begin with data entry. Otherwise, it might be possible that the weight of the scale would erroneously be added to the initial weighting process. The same might occur if the scale is held in the hand prior to the weighing process.

2. For all measurements: place scale level

on a hard surface (not carpet).

3. Cleaning and care: clean only using

slightly damp cloth. Do not use solvents or abrasives. Never submerge scale in water.

4. A country-specific option to switch from

kg/cm to st/in or lb/in is possible by pushing the key on the bottom of the scale. Attention! Slipping hazard if surface is wet.

063161_BB-Shape-F4-2630-B_data.indd 12 30.10.2014 14:49:37Entry of personal data It is necessary to enter perso- nal data for each correspondi- ng person and to step on the scale with bare feet immedia- tely after data entry to ensure correct functionality of this body analysis scale.

(P1 ... P8) select (W= minus, V = plus) and confirm ( ).

4. Enter your height

(W= minus, V = plus) and confirm ( ).

5. Enter your age (W= minus,

=male, =female) and confirm ( ).

7. Set the value of your

individual activity level according to the table on the next page (W=minus, V=plus). Push key and hold for 3 seconds until “0.0” appears on the screen.

8. Following this, immediately

place the body analysis scale on the floor, wait until the screen displays “0.0” and then step on the scale with bare feet. The initial measurement is indispensable and serves to store the data and to automatically recognize persons at a later time. If no person steps on the scale, data entry must be repeated. The first body analysis is performed after a person steps on the scale. This scale is equipped with a Time-Out mode. It will automatically switch off after approx. 40 seconds if no keys are pressed. Data must be entered again after battery change.

Activity level 1-3 Persons with average activity level, with light work while sitting or stan- ding Stand or move for max. 2 hours/day

Athletes and persons with a lot of physical activity Min. 5 h/week of intensive training

Competitive athlete, worker with heavy physical activity Min.10 h/week of intensive training Note: For this model, the selection of the activity levels 1-3 does not result in different measurement results.

Body Analysis For most precise results, please step on the scale while unclothed.

1. Step on scale. The weight

and – for the duration of the analysis (5 to 10 seconds) - a moving bar indicator will be displayed. Please stand still until the analysis is complete.

2. After automatic recognition

of persons, the body weight, body fat content ( ), body water content ( ) and muscle mass ( ) is displayed along with the corresponding status bar. The respective person’s average range of values is located in the median 3 segments of the bar indicator.Interpretation of measurement values: see page 22.

3. Next, your personal action

recommendations are dis- played. Meaning of symbols:

You should drink more fluids

Muscle growth training is recommended!

Change of diet is recom- mended! Your analysis values are ok!

4. Step away from the scale.

After display of your memory slot, the scale will switch off automatically. In rare cases it is not possi- ble to automatically allocate the analysis results. If this occurs, the scale will alterna- tely display the memory slots of persons coming closest to the analysis result. Since weight measurement is alrea- dy completed, you may now step off the scale and use the key ”W” (for the first memory slot displayed) or ”

(for the second memory slot displayed) to select your indi- vidual memory slot. Following this, body weight, body fat, body water content and muscle mass is displayed. In the event of a difference in body weight of more than +/- 3 kg compared to the last measurement, the user is not recognized and data entry must be repeated. Please note that when stepping on the scale while wearing footwear or socks, only the weight is being determined; a body analysis is not performed or performed incorrectl You will achieve continuously accurate results if you always stand at the same spot on the scale, if possible.

This body analysis scale deter mines your individual ideal condition in regards to weight and body fat content, based on your personal data and recommendations by health experts. It also determined your total body water content and mus- cle mass. Please remember that mus- cles also contain body water, which is already calculated in the body water analysis. Therefore, the total result will always exceed 100%. Body Weight Whilst the body weight is shown in the display in kg, one of the 9 segments is shown in the bar below it. Here the position of the active segment indicates the assessment of the body weight mentioned on the basis of the BMI figure. Individual Recommendation BMI 1 < - 7,5

Proportion of Body Fat 1 < - 12 % very low proportion of fat

Proportion of Muscle 1 < - 6 % very low proportion of muscle

2 - 6 % low proportion of muscle

4 - 2 % normal proportion of muscle

5 0 % 6 + 2 % 7 + 4 % high proportion of muscle 8 + 6 % 9 > + 6 % Example: Measured muscle mass = 44.7 % of total weight This value is approx. 4 % above the calculated personal normal value.

Proportion of Body Water 1 < - 6 % very low proportion of water

2 - 6 % low proportion of water

4 - 2 % normal proportion of water

5 0 % 6 + 2 % 7 + 4 % high proportion of water 8 + 6 % 9 > + 6 % Example: Measured body water content = 62.4 % of total weight This value is approx. 2 % above the calculated personal normal value.

Analysis is based on the measurement of the body’s electrical resistance. Eating and drinking habits during the course of the day and indivi- dual lifestyle affect the water balance. This is noticeable by the fluctuations in the display. In order to ensure that the results of analysis are a accu- rate and consistent as pos- sible, keep the measurement conditions constant, as only in this way will you be able to observe changes over an extended period. Other factors can affect water balance: After a bath, the body fat rea- ding may be too low and the body water reading too high. After a meal, readings can be higher. Women may experience fluc- tuations due to the menstrual cycle. Due to loss of water caused by illness or after physical activity (sport). After taking exercise, wait for 6 to 8 hours before carrying out the next measurement.

Varying or implausible results can occur in the case of: Persons with a high tempera- ture, symptoms of oedema or osteoporosis. Persons undergoing dialysis treatment. Persons taking cardiovascular medicine. Pregnant women. If the analysis is performed while wearing wet socks. Factors Influencing Maesurement Readings

General information Guarantee Leifheit AG grants you 3 years guarantee as of the date of purchase (or for order upon receipt of the goods) for the quality product at hand. The guarantee claims must be asserted imme- diately upon occurrence of the defect within the guarantee period.The guarantee is limited to the quality of the products. The following are excluded from the guarantee: (1) wear caused by proper use or natural causes; (2) damage caused by improper use or handling (e.g. impact, bump, fall); (3) damage caused by non-compliance with stated operating instructions; (4) the rechargeable battery In case of a guarantee claim, Leifheit will at its own discretion provide either repair of defective parts or replace the product. If a repair is not possible and if an identical product is no longer available within the product range for replace- ment, you will receive a replacement product that is, insofar as possible, of equal value. In case of a guarantee claim, the purchase price cannot be reimbursed. This guarantee also does not grant compensation rights. This guaran- tee furthermore does not grant any claims for damages. To assert the guarantee, please contact the seller where you purchased the product and present the defective product, the purchase receipt (copy) and the guarantee slip. The guarantee is valid globally. Your statutory rights, in particular warranty rights, continue to be valid and are not limited by this warranty. EC Conformity This device complies with the applica- ble EC Directive 2004/108/EC. You will find the EU compliance decla- ration on www.soehnle.com. Battery disposal EC Directive 2008/12/EC Batteries are not a part of your regular household waste. You must return batteries to your municipality’s public collection or where- ver batteries of the respective type are being sold. Batteries containing hazardous materials are marked with these symbols: Pb = Battery contains lead Cd = Battery contains cadmium Hg = Battery contains mercury Disposal of electric and electronic devices EC Directive 2002/96/EC This product is not to be treated as regular household waste but must be returned to a collection point for recy- cling electric and electronic devices. Further information is available from your municipality, your municipality’s waste disposal services, or the retailer where you purchased your product. Consumer service If you have questions or comments, the follow- ing points of contact are available: Germany Ph: (08 00) 5 34 34 34 International Ph.: [phone] Monday to Friday 08:30 to 12:00 am Please visit the SOEHNLE homepage www. soehnle.com and see the menu item “Service / International Contacts” to find a contact person in your country. Technical Specifications Load capacity x graduation = max. 150 kg x 100 g Display resolution: Body fat content: 0.1% Body water content: 0.1% Muscle mass: 0.1% Body height: 100-250 cm Age: 10-99 years 8 memory slots for individual persons Large LCD screen Batteries requirements: 3 x 1.5 V AAA Batteries included. 063161_BB-Shape-F4-2630-B_data.indd 18 30.10.2014 14:49:41FR

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