BF Limited Edition - Scale BEURER - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Glass body composition scale
Brand	Beurer
Model	BF Limited Edition
Maximum capacity	180 kg (396 lb, 28 st)
Graduation	100 g (0.2 lb, 1/4 st)
Measurement ranges	Body fat, body water, muscle mass (0.1%)
User memories	10 positions
Power supply	2 lithium CR2032 batteries, 3 V
Display	Digital LCD
Dimensions (approx.)	30 x 30 x 2 cm
Weight (approx.)	2 kg
Material	Safety glass with stainless steel electrodes
User settings	Height (100-220 cm), age (10-100 years), gender, activity level (1-5)
Safety	Do not use with medical implants or during pregnancy
Cleaning	Damp cloth, no harsh cleaners
Auto-off	Yes, after approx. 10 seconds
Units	kg, lb, st (switch on back)
Usage	Household use only, not medical
Low battery indicator	Display « LÜ »

Frequently Asked Questions - BF Limited Edition BEURER

How to change the weight unit (kg, lb, st) ?

Use the switch on the back of the scale to toggle between kg, lb and st. By default, the scale is set to cm and kg.

Can I use the scale if I have a pacemaker?

No. This scale should not be used by people with medical implants such as a pacemaker, as it could interfere with their operation.

What does the display « LÜ » mean?

The display « LÜ » indicates low batteries. Replace both CR2032 lithium batteries with new ones.

How to set user data (height, age, gender)?

Turn on the scale by briefly stepping on it, wait for the display of « 0.0 », then press « set ». Use the arrow keys to change values and « set » to confirm. You can store up to 10 profiles.

Why does the scale display « Err » or « FFFF »?

This may be due to exceeding the maximum capacity (180 kg), too high resistance (calluses) or a body fat percentage out of range (less than 5% or more than 55%). Repeat barefoot and slightly moist if necessary.

How to clean the scale?

Clean it with a damp cloth. Do not use harsh cleaners and never immerse the device in water.

Can pregnant women use this scale?

No, this scale should not be used during pregnancy to avoid inaccurate results.

What is the normal body fat percentage for a 30-year-old man?

According to the manual, for a 30-39 year old man, a body fat percentage between 14% and 19% is considered "good", and between 19.1% and 24% is considered "average".

How to replace the batteries?

Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the scale. Replace the two used batteries with new CR2032 batteries, observing polarity.

Why are body fat measurements different in the morning?

It is recommended to wait about 15 minutes after waking up for the water to distribute in the body. Measurements can vary depending on hydration and recent physical activity.

USER MANUAL BF Limited Edition BEURER

GB Glass diagnostic scale Instruction for Use

Alter sehr gut gut mittel			schlecht
10–14	<11%	11–16%	16,1–23%	>21,1%
15–19	<12%	12–17%	17,1–22%	>22,1%
20–29	<13%	13–18%	18,1–23%	>23,1%
30–39	<14%	14–19%	19,1–24%	>24,1%
40–49	<15%	15–20%	20,1–25%	>25,1%
50–59	<16%	16–21%	21,1–26%	>26,1%
60–69	<17%	17–22%	22,1–27%	>27,1%
70–100	<18%	18–23%	23,1–28%	>28,1%

Frau

Alter sehr gut gut mittel schlecht
10–14 <16%	16–21%	21,1–26%	>26,1%
15–19 <17%	17–22%	22,1–27%	>27,1%
20–29 <18%	18–23%	23,1–28%	>28,1%
30–39 <19%	19–24%	24,1–29%	>29,1%
40–49 <20%	20–25%	25,1–30%	>30,1%
50–59 <21%	21–26%	26,1–31%	>31,1%
60–69 <22%	22–27%	27,1–32%	>32,1%
70–100 <23%	23–28%	28,1–33%	>33,1%

Alter wenig normal viel
10–14 <44	44–57%	>57%
15–19 <43	43–56%	>56%
20–29 <42	42–54%	>54%
30–39 <41	41–52%	>52%
40–49 <40	40–50%	>50%
50–59 <39	39–48%	>48%
60–69 <38	38–47%	>47%
70–100 <37	37–46%	>46%

Frau

Alter wenig normal viel
10–14 <36	36–43%	>43%
15–19 <35	35–41%	>41%
20–29 <34	34–39%	>39%
30–39 <33	33–38%	>38%
40–49 <31	31–36%	>36%
50–59 <29	29–34%	>34%
60–69 <28	28–33%	>33%
70–100 <27	27–32%	>32%

4. Fehlmessung

Thank you for choosing one of our products. Our name stands for high-quality, thoroughly tested products for the applications in the areas of heat, weight, blood pressure, body temperature, pulse, gentle therapy, massage and air.

Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.

Best regards,

Your Beurer Team

1. Important notes – keep for later use!

1.1 Safety notes:

• The scales must not be used by persons with medical implants (e.g. heart pacemakers). Otherwise their function could be impaired.
• Do not use during pregnancy.
• Caution! Do not stand on the scale with wet feet and do not step on the scale when its surface is wet – danger of slipping!
• Batteries are highly dangerous if swallowed. Keep batteries and scale out of reach of small children. If batteries are swallowed, get medical help immediately.
• Keep children away from packing materials (danger of suffocation).
• Batteries must not be charged or reactivated by other means, taken apart, thrown into a fire or short-circuited.

1.2 General notes:

• Not intended for medical or commercial use.
- Please note that measuring tolerances are possible due to technical reasons because the scale has not been calibrated.
- Ages 10 ... 100 years and height settings from 100 ... 220 cm (3-03"-7-03") can be preset. Load capacity: max. 180 kg (396 lb, 28 st). Result in steps of 100g (0.2 lb, 1/4 st). Measurements of body fat, body water and muscle density in steps of 0.1% .
- When supplied to the customer, the scale is set to weigh and measure in "kg" and "cm". To the rear of the scales, there is a switch where you can select 'pound' and 'stone' (lb, st).
- Place the scale on a firm level floor; a firm floor covering is required for correct measurement.
- The scale should be cleaned occasionally with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive detergents and never immerse the scale in water.
- Protect the scale against hard knocks, moisture, dust, chemicals, major temperature fluctuations and heat sources which are too close (stove, heating radiators).
- Repairs may only be carried out by customer service or authorized dealers. Before submitting any complaint, first check the batteries and replace them if necessary.
- Please dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment).

If you have any queries, please contact the appropriate local authorities..

2. Operation

2.1 Batteries

If present, pull the battery insulating strip off the battery compartment cover or remove the battery's protective film and insert the battery according to the polarity. If the scale fails to operate, remove the battery completely and insert it again. Your scale is equipped with a "replace battery" indicator. When the scale is operated with a battery which is too weak, "LO" appears in the display field and the scale automatically switches off. In this case the battery must be replaced (2 x 3V lithium battery CR2032). The used, completely drained standard

and rechargeable batteries must be disposed of in specially marked collection containers, at toxic waste collection points or electrical product retailers. You are legally obligated to dispose of the batteries.

Note: Batteries containing pollutants are marked with the following symbols: Pb = Battery contains lead, Cd = Battery contains cadmium, Hg = Battery contains mercury.

2.2 Measuring weight only

Step onto the scale. Stand still with your weight distributed equally on both feet. The scale begins to take measurements straight away. If the display appears continuously, the measurement has finished. If you step off the weighing area, the scale switches off after a few seconds.

2.3 Setting user data

To measure your body fat percentage and other physical data, you must enter your personal user para meters. The scale has 10 memory positions in which you and other members of your family can save and recall personal settings.

Switch on the scale (tap the standing surface). Wait until the display shows "0.0".

Then press "SET". The first memory position will appear flashing on the display. Now you can enter the following settings:

Memory position 1 to 10
Body size 100 to 220 cm (3‘-03“ to 7‘-03“)
Age 10 to100 years
Sex	male ( ), female ( )
Degree of activity 1 to 5

• Modifying values: Press ∧ or ∨ or press and hold for more rapid progress.
• Confirming entries: Press the "SET" button.
• After the values have been set and displayed again, "0.0" appears on the display.
• Then the scale is ready for measuring. If you do not carry out a measurement, the scale switches off automatically after several seconds.

Degrees of activity

Selection of the degree of activity must refer to the medium and long term.

Degree of activity Physical activity
1 None.
2	Low: A small amount of light physical effort (e.g. short walks, light garden work, gymnastic exercises).
3 Medium: Physical effort for 30 minutes at least 2 to 4 times a week.
4 High: Physical effort for 30 minutes at least 4 to 6 times a week.
5	Very high: Intensive physical effort, intensive training or hard physical work for at least one hour daily.

All parameters must be entered before the body fat and other values can be entered.

2.4 Taking measurements

After all parameters have been entered, you can now measure your weight, body fat and the other data.

Switch on the scale (tap the standing surface). Wait until the display shows "0.0".

• Select the memory space where your personal data are stored by repeatedly pressing the or keys. These are then displayed in sequence until "0.0 kg" appears.
• Step onto the scale with bare feet and make sure that you are standing still with equal weight distribution.
  Stand on the stainless steel electrodes with both feet.

Note: Your feet, legs, calves and thighs must not touch each other.

Otherwise the measurement cannot be performed correctly. The scale immediately begins to measure your weight.

The following data are displayed:

• Body weight in kg
  – Body fat percentage BF in %
• Water percentage ≈ in %
• Muscle percentage in %
• Now all measured values are displayed consecutively and the scale switches off.

2.5 Tips for using the scale

Important when measuring body fat/body water/muscle percentage:

• The measurement may only be carried out while barefoot and it is helpful if the soles of your feet are slightly damp. Completely dry soles can result in unsatisfactory results, as they have insufficient conductivity.
• Your feet, legs, calves and thighs must not touch each other, as otherwise the measurement cannot be performed correctly.
• Stand still during the measurement.
  – Wait several hours (6-8) after unusually strenuous activity.
• Wait approx. 15 minutes after getting out of bed so that the water in your body can be distributed.

The measurement is not reliable for:

– Children under approx. 10 years of age.
- Persons with fever, undergoing dialysis, with symptoms of edema or osteoporosis.
– Persons taking cardiovascular medication. Persons taking vasodialating or vasoconstricting medications.
- Persons with substantial anatomical deviations in the legs relative to their total height (leg length considerably shorter or longer than usual).

3. Evaluation of results

Body fat percentage

The following body fat percentages are for guidance (contact your physician for further information).

Man

Age very	good good average poor
10-14 <	11%	11-16%	16,1-23%	>21,1%
15-19 <	2%	12-17%	17,1-22%	>22,1%
20-29 <	3%	13-18%	18,1-23%	>23,1%
30-39 <	4%	14-19%	19,1-24%	>24,1%
40-49 <	5%	15-20%	20,1-25%	>25,1%
50-59 <	6%	16-21%	21,1-26%	>26,1%
60-69 <	7%	17-22%	22,1-27%	>27,1%
70-100	<18%	18-23%	23,1-28%	>28,1%

Woman

Age very	good good average poor
10-14 <16%	16-21%	21,1-26% >26,1%
15-19 <17%	17-22%	22,1-27% >27,1%
20-29 <18%	18-23%	23,1-28% >28,1%
30-39 <19%	19-24%	24,1-29% >29,1%
40-49 <20%	20-25%	25,1-30% >30,1%
50-59 <21%	21-26%	26,1-31% >31,1%
60-69 <22%	22-27%	27,1-32% >32,1%
70-100	<23%	23-28% 28,1-33% >33,1%

A lower value is often found in athletes. Depending on the type of sports, training intensity and physical constitution, values may result which are below the recommended values stated.

It should, however, be noted that there could be a danger to health in the case of extremely low values.

Body water:

The body water percentage is normally within the following ranges:

Man

Age	poor	good	very good
10-100	<50	50-65%	>65

Woman

Age	poor	good	very good
10-100	<45	45-60%	>60

Body fat contains relatively little water. Therefore persons with a high body fat percentage have body water percentages below the recommended values. With endurance athletes, however, the recommended values could be exceeded due to low fat percentages and high muscle percentage.

Body water measurement with this scale is not suitable for drawing medical conclusions, for example concerning age-related water retention. If necessary ask your physician.

Basically, a high body water percentage should be the aim.

Muscle percentage:

The muscle percentage is normally within the following ranges:

Man

Age low normal high
10-14	<44 44-57% >57%
15-19	<43 43-56% >56%
20-29	<42 42-54% >54%
30-39	<41 41-52% >52%
40-49	<40 40-50% >50%
50-59	<39 39-48% >48%
60-69	<38 38-47% >47%
70-100	<37 37-46% >46%

Woman

Age low normal high
10-14	<36	36-43%	>43%
15-19	<35	35-41%	>41%
20-29	<34	34-39%	>39%
30-39	<33	33-38%	>38%
40-49	<31	31-36%	>36%
50-59	<29	29-34%	>34%
60-69	<28	28-33%	>33%
70-100	<27	27-32%	>32%

4. Incorrect measurement

If the scale detects an error during weighing, "FFFF" or "Err" appears in the display.

If you step onto the scale before "0.0" appears in the display, the scale will not operate properly.

Possible causes of errors:– The maximum load-bearing capacity of 180 kg was exceeded.	Remedy:– Only weigh the maximum permissible weight.
– The electrical resistance between the electrodes and the soles of your feed is too high (e.g. with heavily callused skin).	– Repeat weighing barefoot.– Slightly moisten the soles of your feet if necessary.Remove the calluses on the soles of your feet if necessary.
– Your body fat lies outside the measurable range (less than 5% or greater than 55%).	– Repeat weighing barefoot.– Slightly moisten the soles of your feet if necessary.

FRANÇAIS

Chère cliente, cher client,