3454 VECTOR BF BMI Scale OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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1. hours after waking up in the morning During sleep in the prostrate position water distribution changes in the body so that electrical resistance in the arms amp legs increases Some movement is required after waking up to give a stable water distribution in the body e Take measurements more than 3 hours after a meal It takes 2 to 3 hours for a meal to be digested and distributed in the body e Excessive drinking and eating causes the amount of water in the body to increase above the normal level so take measurements more than 24 hours later e Excessive drinking of alcohol or excessive exercise will cause dehydration so also take measurements more than 24 hours later e If the flesh of the legs touch together a short circuit could result so the user needs to put some thin form of insulation between the legs to make sure the current goes right up the legs amp into the body e With the scale being used by many different people it is advisable to wipe the foot pads clean with methylated spirits between each user In general it is best to medsure your body composition in the evening preferably wearing only underwear and without having partaken of excessive eating amp drinking alcohol consumption and exercise beforehand Ensure that you make repeated measurements under the same conditions REFERENCE TABLE Body Fat d AGE E RS Body Water Corresponding 66 0 59 9 66 0 60 5 Optimal Hydration 592. the key index for relating a person s body weight to their height and correlates strongly in adults with total body fat content It is a widely used diagnostic tool to identify weight problems and associated health risks Some muscular people may have a high BMI without undue health risks BMI Body weight in kilograms height in meters squared About Body Fat Water Muscle Bone Mass and BMI Measurement This Propert Glasstop Body Analysis Scale measures body fat water muscle bone content and body mass index BMI using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis BIA It also calculates the calorie intake to maintain that body composition In simple terms a low electrical impulse which cannot be felt is sent through the body It passes easier through fluids in muscle tissue and blood than through fat tissue which has a higher electrical resistance Using a formula and the information on your gender height age and your calculated weight the scale is able to compute your body fat water muscle and bone mass content As shown in the accompanying tables the percentage of body fat in the body can vary dramatically depending on gender and age Bone mass reading is an estimate of the calcium content in the bones It is not a precise medical figure and is only meant to give an indication of bone mass Using the Body Analysis Scale To get the most accurate readings please take into account the following points e Take measurements more than 3
3. 8 56 4 60 4 57 1 Slight Hydration Weight scope lt 30 56 3 53 0 57 0 53 6 Moderate Hydration of hydration 52 9 48 6 53 5 50 2 48 5 37 8 50 1 37 8 Severe Dehydration Dehydration 37 8 66 0 660 550 a 54 9 51 6 59 0 55 7 Slight Hydration 0 1 51 5 48 1 55 6 52 3 Moderate Hydration 48 0 44 7 52 2 48 8 Dehydration 44 6 37 8 48 7 37 8 Severe Dehydration Muscle Bone mass Body Bone Body Bone Weight Weight Weight Weight Below 45kg Below 60kg 45 60kg 60 75kg Over 60kg Over 75kg Body Mass Index BMI chart Healy 185 27 Note The data tabled were gained by sampling and are only for reference If you have any questions about your health please consult your doctor 30 39 IMPORTANT If your body fat exceeds 50 this scale cannot process any of the body analysis functions In this case use the scale for weighing only until body fat is reduced to below 50 WARNING Do not use this product if you have a pace maker or other internal electronic devices Artificial joints may contribute to a skewed reading but the scale can still be safely used Using the scale whilst pregnant Whilst there is no known documented health risk we would advise pregnant women to use the body analysis scale for weighing only and use the full range of body analysis functions after delivery of the baby Made in China for BATTERY WARNING Propert Housewares Swallowing batteries m
4. DES This Body Analysis Scale has 2 operating modes e Weighing only and e Weighing to measure your body fat water muscle bone content body mass index and calorie intake Personal data must be set for this function This scale is able to store data including gender height and age for 10 people Weighing Only 1 Activate the scale by tapping on the scale platform 2 The screen shows the full display followed by 0 0 indicating that it is in weighing mode and ready for use 3 Before stepping onto the scale select the unit measure for Kilograms kg Pounds lb or Stones st by pressing the conversion button found underneath O the scale 4 Then place the Scale on a hard and even surface Use on carpet or uneven surfaces may cause inaccuracies 5 Gently step onto the scale making sure the display nn is zeroed first UU 6 When standing on your scale make sure your feet are placed evenly your weight is distributed evenly between your feet and you stand perfectly still Movement leaning backward or forward or not standing evenly on your scale will affect the accuracy of the weight displayed 7 Your weight value will be shown on the display 8 If left idle the scale automatically turns off Entering personal data for body analysis the digits PO P9 represent each of 10 users 1 Turn the scale on by pressing the SET button 2 A personal user number at the bottom left corner of the s
5. Why do a body analysis Obesity is the excess accumulation of fat in the body Ordinary weighing scales will show if a person is heavy but not if they are obese For example a heavy sportsperson probably has a higher proportion of muscle to fat in their body and is not obese To judge obesity the amount of body fat needs to be measured Losing weight can make you fatter Men A amp B in the chart below were the same height and had the same body fat percentage when they started to diet on a health programme Each lost a total of 7 kilograms Although the results appear identical Man A simply cut the number of calories he ate He lost weight but his body fat percentage increased he is actually fatter Man B combined cutting calories with an exercise program He lost the same amount of weight as Man A but more importantly his body fat dropped Man A Man B 80kg 80kg Body Weight 73kg 73kg Body Fat ee 23 6 i 16 6 Proper hydration is essential for maintaining a healthy body and a good level of energy and concentration It is commonly accepted that if you feel thirsty your body is already mildly dehydrated and you need to drink some fluid preferably water Monitoring your body water percentage helps you maintain a good level of hydration Bone mass reading is an estimate of the calcium content in the bones It is not a precise medical figure and is only meant to give an indication of bone mass BMI is defined as
6. ay lead to serious injury A division of or death F SUPERTEX INDUSTRIES PTY LTD a wholly owned Australian company KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN ABN 85 003 833 029 A signatory to the Australian Packaging Covenant A amp PLEASE DO NOT RECYCLABLE LITTER PAPER V1 0812 For further information website www supertex com dau Email N2853 customerservice supertex com au Telephone 02 8756 3000 Facsimile 02 9748 6622 0 10 0134 i 150kg glasstop body analysis scale In your home since 1920 Model 3454 Name Vector propert Operating Instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS It is advisable to read through these instructions first before attempting to operate the Scale Ignoring certain procedures may give incorrect readings PREPARING YOUR SCALE 1 Before attempting to use your Propert Glasstop Body Analysis scale remove all packaging 2 Then open the battery compartment cover on the base of the scale Do this by placing your finger under the tab to lift and dislodge it Insert the 2 Lithium batteries CR2032 provided Ensure the batteries are placed with the positive sides facing up Replace the compartment COVET 3 Ensure you remove shoes socks or stockings before using the scale as this may affect body analysis readings fo oO Power on for a body A sT V SET analysis reading menu select confirm FEATURES A Scroll up V Scroll down OPERATING MO
7. creen flashes Gif the number stops flashing press SETagain 3 Press either of the arrow buttons to select a number of your choice you can do this only when the personal number is still flashing 4 The digits PO P9 represent each of 10 users Remember this number for future reference You might want PO for yourself your partner might like P1 your son P2 daughter P3 and so forth Press the SET button to lock it in 5 A gender symbol flashes Press either of the arrow buttons to make your selection then press the SET button to lock it in 6 Age flashes Press either of the arrow buttons to scroll up or down to enter your age then press the SET button to lock it in 7 Height measurements then flash Press either of the arrow buttons to scroll up or down to enter your height then press the SET button to lock it in If kg was chosen as the measurement unit then your height will be shown in terms of cm If stone pounds or just pounds were chosen then height would display in feet and inches 8 The programming of personal data is now completed The scale shows this data again then zeroes indicating it is ready for use You may step on it for a body analysis reading Oor 9 You may continue to enter data for another user or modify data by repeating Steps 1 7 Remember that each other person will have a different
8. identifying user number OVERLOADING If the scale is overloaded over 150kg 24st 330lb EEEE appears on the display Remove the weight immediately or damage to the scale may occur LOW BATTERY INDICATOR When LO displays on the screen the batteries must be replaced Remember always use fresh good quality lithium batteries ERROR INDICATION Err2 indicates that body analysis has been unsuccessful If this occurs start the process again FATL means that body fat content is less than 5 FATH means that body fat is more than 50 SPECIFICATIONS 6mm thick tempered safety glass platform White backlit LCD Capacity 150kg 330lb 24st Weight graduation 0 1kg 0 1lb llb Body fat percentage range 5 50 Graduation 0 1 Water percentage range 20 70 Graduation 0 1 Muscle range 15 75 Graduation 0 1 Bone weight range 1 11 7kg 2 2 25 8lb Age range 10 80 years Height range 100 240cm 3 3 72 Graduation lcm 1 Battery 2 x CR2032 batteries included Weighing to compute your body fat water muscle bone content body mass index BMI and recommended calories to maintain current body composition l1 Activate the scale by tapping on it The screen shows the full display 2 When the full display is shown immediately press either of the arrow buttons to find the number you chose as your personal user number There is no need to press set once yo
9. u have located the number 3 The scale will display your previous body analysis results except weight and then zero indicating it is ready for use 4 Gently step onto the scale Note that your bare feet MUST be centred over and on the electrodes vertical metal strips for an effective reading P lt These electrodes allow a very low electrical impulse which cannot be felt to pass through the body The scale applies Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis BIA to compute the measurements Your weight is then flashed 5 Continue to stand still The data will show within seconds 6 Your body fat water muscle percentages bone weight BMI will appear on the screen followed by the recommended daily calorie intake to maintain this body make up This will be displayed 2 times sequentially rim J o 37075 A A Ja Vom r D E KCAL a P q J J Li oe f T bat l ki ia pa Health Pe ilocalorie 4 19 kilojoules 1 kilojoule 0 24 kilocalories 7 The scale automatically turns off after that
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