Vanessa BA 832 - Scale ADE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Vanessa BA 832 ADE

5Operating Manual_N_BA832_BFS-608_EN_140930_REV002 Statutory instructions on battery disposal Batteries must not be disposed as household waste. The law requires that you, as consumer, return the waste batteries either to public collection points in your town or village or to any outlet selling batteries of the same kind. Note: Batteries are marked as follows: Li = Battery contains Lithium Al = Battery contains Alkali Mn = Battery contains Manganese CR 2032 (Li); A (Al, An); AA (Al, Mn); AAA (Al, Mn)

Disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment

This symbol on the product or on it s packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead, it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For more detailed information about recycling contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

3 years warranty for the B ody Analysing S cale

• Date of purchase Please return this guarantee card together with the receipt to your retailer. 1Thank you for your decision to purchase this high quality body analyser scale. Please peruse read this instruction manual prior to first start up and keep this user instruction careful so as to have this information on hand whenever it is needed.

1. How does the body analyser work?

Through this new revolutionary scale, you will be able to get information about your body composition with reference to your weight, body fat %, body water %, muscle mass %, and bone mass kg. First of all, you have to enter once your personal data like body height, age, gender as well as your activity level under your selected personal memory location. Afterwards a measurement is as simple as on a normal bathroom scale. You have only to push your personal memory location, step on the scale and within a few seconds, your measured values will be indicated. The analysis is based on the measurement of the body’s electrical resistance. A low, safe electrical signal passes freely through fluids contained in lean tissue, such as muscle and blood, but meets resistance passing through fat tissue. The body analyser accurately measures the resistance and with reference to your personal data use it to calculate elements of body composition.

If possible, the measurement should be done undressed but always barefoot. By nature, a body is subject of fluctuations (for example loss of water after taking exercise or after a sauna visit, after a meal, etc.). To enable comparable readings it is important to take the measurements as possible always under the same conditions. In order to ensure that the results of analysis are accurate and consistent, please keep the measurement conditions constant always at the same daytime. In the morning, directly after you’ve woken up, your body will be dehydrated and also the majority of fluid will be stored in the central trunk area. This means that the resistance is relatively high because of the poor conductivity in the body. By intensify moving during the day progresses the fluid becomes more evenly distributed through the limbs and increasing the accuracy of the readings. To get a realistic result it is important to take your readings at the same time and under the same conditions every day. The easiest way to stick the rule, measure always in the morning, 15 minutes after you’ve got up, either before or after you’ve gone to the bathroom. In spite of a very low electrical signal, this body analyser is not suitable for persons with heart pacemaker or other electronic medical implants! There is no risk for persons with none electronic implant for instance a titanium plate in the knee. However, metal conducts the electric current extremely well and therefore the scale implicates the body fat value “beautified” – means the actual body fat value is higher as indicated. However, tendencies may be determined as well.

„EEEE“ = Overload - The weight exceeds the maximum capacity of 150 kg. Please immediately remove the critical load to avoid load cell damage. „Err2“ = Incorrect weighing / measuring process - For example, the scale is placed unstable, you do not remain stationary on the weighing platform or if body fat is less than 5% or higher than 75%. „Lo“ = Batteries are used up - Please replace the batteries with the intended type (2 x CR 2032).

ADE warrants for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase that it will remedy any defects due to faulty material or workmanship free of charge by repair or replacement. When purchasing, please have the warranty coupon signed and stamped by the dealer. When making a guarantee claim, please return the weighing scale together with the guarantee card including the reason of complaint to your dealer.

CE-Conformity - This device features radio interference suppression in compliance with valid EC Regulation 2004/108

Note: The displayed value may be adversely affected under extreme electromagnetic influences, e.g. when using a radio unit in the immediate vicinity of the device. Once the interference has been rectified, the product can once again be used for its intended purpose. The device may have to be switched-on again.

7The body fat content is shown as the amount of stored fat as a percentage of total body weight. There is no generally accepted set value as this varies significantly according to gender (due to the different build) and age. Body fat is vital for basic body functions. It’s protecting organs, cushioning joints, regulating body temperature, storing vitamins and serves the body as energy storage. As essential for women a minimum body fat proportion between 10% and 13% and for men between 10% and 13% is requested - with the exception of competitive athletes. Body fat is not a clear indicator for health. Too high body weight and a too high body fat proportion are linked to the incidence of many civilization diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, etc. Lack of movement and improper nutrition are often the prime course for these diseases. There is an obvious direct relationship between overweight and lack of movement. A significant part of the human body consists of body water. This body water is differently distributed throughout the whole body. Lean muscle tissue contains approx. 75% body water, blood approx. 83% body water, body fat approx. 25% body water and bones have a water content of about 22%. The average total body water percentage range for healthy men is between 50 – 65%. The equivalent value for women is approximately 45 – 60% due to the higher body fat content. About two third of the total body water is stored in the cells and is therefore called intra cellular. The other third of the total body water is extra cellular body water.

slim normal slightly overweight

<18% 18-28% 29-35% >35% 57-67% 17-39

<23% 23-35% 36-41% >41% 42-52% 56-85

<24% 24-36% 37-42% >42% 37-47% Men AGE Body Fat Body Water

slim normal slightly overweight

<10% 10-18% 19-23% >23% 58-72% 17-39

<13% 13-21% 22-26% >26% 47-61% 56-85

<14% 14-22% 23-27% >27% 42-56%

Due to menstrual cycle and hormonal changes women experience greater changes in their hydration level. Retaining fluid may cause the weight to fluctuate day-to-day. This will also affect the body fat percentage readings. If the hydration level is high the body fat percentage is slightly less – a less hydration level means the body fat percentage is slightly higher. There is no healthy risk for pregnancy. The body analyzer is absolutely safe for the mother and her unborn baby. However, due to the changes in water content in the mother’s body, the readings should not be interpreted as completely accurate. ADE takes no responsibility for any damages or losses caused by the use of this body analyzer scale or for Third Party claims. This product is exclusive intended for private use. This product is not for commercial or professional use in hospitals or other medical facilities.

Safety guidelines: Not suitable for persons with electronic implants (heart pacemaker, etc.). Place the scale on a plane and firm surface (tiles, hardwood flooring, etc.) to avoid a wrong measurement on carpeted floor. Always stay in the centre of the scale to prevent the scales tipping to the side. Attention - Hazard of slips! Do not stand on the scale with wet feet or on a slippery surface of the weighing platform. Please care that no heavy object may fall on the scale. The glass surface is breakable. Clean the scale only by using a slightly damp cloth. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning agents. Do not submerge the scale under water.

Preparation: Open the battery cover at the bottom side of the scale and remove the battery safety strip. Please ensure the correct polarity of the batteries (+/-).

6Adjustment of weight unit: Place the scale on a table. The scale will automatically switch-on and the LCD display will indicate “8888” and a few seconds later “0.0 kg“. By pushing or button (located at the front side of the scale) it is possible to change the unit of weight for country specific setting (kg = kilogram / st = stone / lb = pound). To confirm the entry push the SET- button. Please pay attention to use the scale under consideration of your country specific unit of weight.

4. Weighing function (weight measurement only)

1. Switch on the scale by using the tap-on-function. For this, tap with your foot short

and forceful on the centre of the scale. The display indicates the signal „8888“ and a few seconds later “0.0” kg. Now the scale is ready to use.

2. Step on the centre of the scale. Remain stationary on the weighing platform and do

not hold you tight. After a few seconds, your weight will be indicated.

3. After weighing, step off the scale. A few seconds later, the scale will automatically

5. Programming / Enter of personal data

Before first time use your personal data like gender (female or male), body height and age must be programmed and saved under selected locations P1 – P0 (up to 10 persons). The enter keys are located at the front of the scale. To enter your personal data please utilise the buttons: SET (on and save button), (plus button), (minus button) and follow the particular points:

1. Place the scale on a table. The scale will automatically switch-on and the LCD

display will indicate “8888” and a few seconds later “0.0 kg“. Now press the SET- button. The display indicates flashing “P1”. To select your personal location (1 - 10), press or button. After the selection of your personal location press the SET- button to save the reading.

2. After you have selected your personal location (e.g. P2), the symbol for gender starts

to flash. To select the requested gender (male / female), press or button. After the selection of your gender press the SET-button to save the reading.

3. After you have selected your gender (e.g. female), the symbol for age starts to flash

(default 25 age). To enter your age, press or button. After the selection for your age press the SET-button to save the reading.

4. After you have selected your age, the symbol for body height starts to flash (default

170 cm). To enter your height, press or button. After the selection of your height press the SET-button to save the reading. After input completion, the display indicates “- - -”. Your entered personal data will be indicated and shortly after “0.0 kg”. A few seconds later, the scale automatically powers- off. To enter personal data of further persons please repeat the steps listed below.

An analysis is only possible in bare feet. Your personal data must be entered first (please see page 4 - 5).

1. Switch on the scale by using the tap-on-function. For this, tap with your foot short

and forceful on the centre of the scale. The display indicates the signal „8888“ and a few seconds later “0.0” kg. Now press the SET-button and select your personal location by using or button.

2. At first, your personal data (age, body height, and gender) will be indicated and shortly

after the indication, “0.0 kg” will appear on the display.

3. As soon as “0.0 kg” appears in the display the scales is prepared for the

4. Carefully step on the stainless steel strips (measurement module) of the scale in bare

feet and remain stationary while the measurement is now taking place.

4. At first, your weight will be indicated on the display. Shortly after, while the analysis

is taking place, the signals “o” starts to move. After completion of the measurement, your measured values (weight, body fat, body water, muscle mass and bone mass) will be shown in changes successively 3 times. EXAMPLE:

Indication: Weight Body Fat Body Water

later verschijnt "0.0".