Soehnle Waagen BB01001 Bathroom Scale for Body Analysis User Manual BA comfort 470 065 267 USA3

Soehnle-Waagen GmbH + Co. Bathroom Scale for Body Analysis BA comfort 470 065 267 USA3

User Manual

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3Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Important safety instructions . . . . . . 4 Insert Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Set the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Data input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Body analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Accessing your analysis values (STATE) 9 Changing personal data (SET) . . . . . . 10 Deleting personal data (DEL) . . . . . . 10 Trend display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Individual recommendation . . . . . . . 12 Factors that influence the measurementresult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Replacing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Compliance declaration . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 3
4IntroductionWith the Body Balance you are making a crucialcontribution to your health. These electronic bodyanalysis scale have the following functions:With the help of your personal data and therecommendations of health and body compositi-on experts, Body Balance tells you your conditionregarding weight, proportions of fat, water andmuscle in your body and your energy consumption.Individual assessment of the analysis result withpersonal recommendations on what to do.Optional display of the trends of weight, propor-tion of fat, water and muscle in the body andenergy consumption in time intervals of days,weeks or months for each standard range.Separate radio controlled terminal with a range of 3 metres.8-person memory with automatic person recognitionImportant adviceWe recommend that you consult a doctor if you areoverweight and are trying to reduce your weight, orif you are underweight and are trying to put onweight. Treatment and diet should only take place inconsultation with your doctor.Recommendations on exercise programs or weightloss diets, on the basis of the values determined,should be provided by your doctor or certified health professional. Do not try tointerpret the data yourself.SOEHNLE will not be liable for damage or losscaused by the Body Balance or for third party claims.This product is intended for personal home useonly. It is not designed for professional use inhospitals or medical facilities.Not suitable for people with electronicimplants, such as pacemakers, etc.Installing Batteries➀In the scale:➁In the operator terminal:Set the clock➀Input hour (▼ = down, ▲= up) and confirm().➁Input minutes (▼ = down, ▲= up) and confirm().➂If you wish to change the time (Summer time/winter time) at a later point, you can switch totime mode by pressing the ▼/▲keys at thesame time.BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 4
5Installation➀Place the scale level and on a firm surface for allmeasurements.Danger! Risk of slipping if surface is wet.➁The operator terminal may optionally be held inthe hand, placed on a table, remain on the scaleor be hung on the wall. When fixing the magne-tic wall bracket to a solid, smooth, dry and dust-and grease-free base it is sufficient for you toput the wall bracket into the oval slot on theback of the operator terminal. Then remove thetape over the adhesive patch and press the ope-rator terminal to the fixing position horizontallyat eye level.With tiles or a rough surface, no guarantee canbe given of the length of life of the adhesion.You should therefore screw the wall bracket inplace.To do this remove the cover from the magneticwall bracket by inserting a fingernail or a knife-point under the slot and levering off the cover.Then drill 2 holes in the wall at a distance of 2 cm horizontally from each other. The drill size isdependent on whether you need to use wallplugs. Then screw in and press cover back in. Putthe operator terminal on the magnetic bracket.➂Option to change country-specific settings bet-ween kg/cm and lb/in or st/in.Depending on the choice of unit of weight, youcan switch back to the clock mode with thekey.➃The operator terminal and the scaleare in radio contact. Radio-aided computer components, HIFI components or radio-control-led toys may cause an operational error (see error messages).!2x 2xBA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 5
6Data inputTo use the Soehnle Body Balance correctly, the per-sonal data for each person need to be input into theoperator terminal and you should then immediate-ly step on the scale barefoot.If weight is placed on the scale during input,then they immediately switch – as long asthere is radio contact between the operatorterminal and the scale – to the weighing andanalysis mode and they cannot be used againuntil the scale has switched back to the clockmode (20 sec. after the weight is removedfrom the scale).➀Start data input () and confirm().If anyone’s data is already stored, you must selectthe “NEW” display with the ▼/▲keys and con-firm with ().➁Select memory (P1 ... P8)(▼ = down,▲= up) and confirm().➂Input height (▼ = down, ▲= up) and confirm().➃Input age (▼ = down, ▲= up) and confirm().➄Select sex (▼=männlich,▲= weiblich)andconfirm().➅Input desired activity level(▼ = down, ▲= up) and confirm().This level is required for determining energy consumption.!1Scarcely any body movement (max. 2 hours/day)2Light, active, sitting and standing activity3Home and garden work, mainly standing,only occasionally seated4Sportspeople and people with a high levelof activity5People involved in heavy work or high-level sportBA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 6
7➆Input the desired period for the trend display (day,week or month)(▼ = down, ▲= up) and confirm().We recommend selecting a daily trend to start with because otherwise the first measurement value will not be shown in the trend display until after a week or a month.➇Confirm “OK” () and, as soon as 0.0 flashes and the bar display is operating, step on the scale barefoot.If the input data are to be changed againbefore the first analysis, you can jumpback to height with the ▼/▲keys.The first measurement is indispensable for storing the data for later automatic person recognition. If you dont step on the scale the message “ERROR” appears in the display and the data input must be repeated..After you have stepped on the scale, the first body analysis will be performed as described on the following pages.The scale has a time-out mode. It switches backto the time after about 40 seconds if the keys are not touched.Data is retained even when batteries are changed.Body analysisAnalysis is only possible barefoot.Personal data must have been input inadvance. For meaningful results, step onthe scale unclothed whenever possibleand always under the same conditions.➀Step on the scale. Your weight is then displayed and, as long as the display lasts (~5 sec.), so is abar display. Hold still until the analysis is completed.➁After automatic personal recognition the display once more shows the body weight, the proportions of fat ( ), water ( ), and musceles ( ) in the body and the energy consumption (kcal).The normal range of the relevant person lies in the 3 middle sections of the bar display.normal normalnormal normal!BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 7
8Then a personal action recommendation is displayed.Meaning of the symbols:+You should drink more!+Muscle-building training is recommended!+Change of diet is recommended!Your analysis figures are fine!➂Step off the scale. The scale switch off automatically.In rare cases, automatic assignment to a personal memory is not possible. The memories of the people who cannot be distinguished are displayed. Since the measurement has already been taken, you can step off the scale and confirm your personal memory with the key located below it (▼ or ▲).Then body weight, the proportions of fat, water and muscle in the body and calorie requirements are displayed.Please note that only your body weight can be deter-mined and no body analysis can be performed if youstep on the scale in shoes or socks! The values arenot entered into the trend analysis.A luxury feature of this body analysis scale product isautomatic personal recognition. Recognition is achie-ved mainly by body weight. In the event of changesof over ±3 kgbetween individual measurements,automatic identification is no longer possible and themeasurement cannot be assigned to any trendgraph. This may be the case if you do not step on thescale for several days (e.g. holiday) or you weighyourself in clothing of different weights.Please therefore observe the following rules whene-ver possible:- Weigh yourself daily.- Preferably always under the same conditions and at the same time of day. For example, in the morning after getting up, on an empty stomach and nude.- If you weigh yourself dressed, then ensure that the weight of the clothing itself is always very similar since the results will otherwise be false.normalBA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 8
9Accessing your analysis values (STATE)The latest analysis values of the people stored canbe accessed on demand.➀Start access ().➁Select memoryz (P1 ... P8) with the ▼/▲keys and confirm ().➂Confirm “STATE” ().Then you can select the latest analysis values with the ▼/▲keys.➃By pressing the key again you can access the trend graphs. You can switch between the individual trend graphs with the ▼/▲keys..By pressing the key again you access the personal action recommendation from your last analysis.➄By repeatedly pressing the you can choosebetween the different levels of the display menu.With “EXIT” or “OFF” and confirmation with thekey you can access the higher level in eachcase.After 3 minutes without the keys being touched,the display switches back to the clock.BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 9
10Changing personal data (SET)If for instance:- age is increased by one year (birthday),- height changes (children in the growth phase) - the activity level type is changed, then proceed asfollows:➀Start data input ().➁Select memory (P1 ... P8) with the ▼/▲keys and confirm with ().➂“Set” with ▼/▲keys and confirm with ().Then you can change the desired data as alreadydescribed under “Data input”. After confirmationwith “OK” your new data are stored. The changeddata will be taken into account from the next analy-sis onwards.Deleting personal data (DEL)If data for a person – together with the trend history– are to be completely deleted, then proceed as fol-lows:➀Start data input ().➁Select memory (P1 ... P8) with the ▼/▲keys and confirm with ().➂Select “DEL” with the ▼/▲keys and confirm with ().A question will be asked for security purposes.Pressing the ▲key deletes this person’s entire data beyond recovery.The memory can be reused. Quit the deletion procedure by pressing the ▼key and the data will be retained.BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 10
11Maximum valueUnitBody waterBody fatMuscle proportionRecommendation*Minimum valueTrend displayDay - Week - MonthTrend displayPlease use the scale regularly so that thegraph shows the most accurate trend possi-ble.59 values are shown in the trend graph, assuming acorresponding number of measurements is availa-ble. In the event of several measurements in oneday, a single average value will be stored. 7 dailyvalues give one weekly average value. 30 dailyvalues give the monthly average value.The value stated after “max” or “min” correspondsto the maximum or minimum value in the graphrounded up or down to the nearest whole figure.The normal range calculated for each person isshown in the trend display by the area between theboundary lines.If a boundary line for the normal range relative tothe trend graph lies outside the display area, thenthe relevant boundary line is displayed right at theedge.SymbolsStatus indicator* Meaning of the symbols:+You should drink more!+Muscle-building training is recommended!+Change of diet is recommended!Your analysis figures are fine!NormalrangeBorder lineBorder lineIf only one line is shown right at the top or bottom,this means that the entire graph lies above orbelow the normal range.BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 11
12Proportion of body fatIndividual recommendationWhilst the proportion of body fat in % is shown in the display,one of the 9 segments appears in the bar below it.Too much body fat is unhealthy and does not look nice. Whatis more important is that a high proportion of body fat is alsousually associated with a raised proportion of fat in the bloodand this increases greatly the risk of various illnesses such asfor instance diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure etc.But a very low proportion of body fat is equally unhealthy.Apart from the fatty tissue under the skin, the body also storesimportant fat deposits for the protection of the internal organsand to ensure important metabolic functions. If this essentialfat reserve is compromised, this can lead to metabolic distur-bance. So for instance in women with body fat figures ofunder 10%, menstruation may cease. In addition, the risk ofosteoporosis increases.The normal proportion of body fat is dependent on age andabove all on sex. In women the normal figure is about 10%higher than in men. With increasing age the body loses musclemass and so the proportion of body fat increases.The Body Balance uses your personal data and the recommen-dations of health experts to determine your ideal weight andbody fat level.In addition, it determines the percentage of total body waterand muscle proportion. Please note that your muscles alsocontain body water and this is already covered by the bodywater analysis. Therefore the total analysis always shows avalue above 100%.Body weightWhilst the body weight is shown in the display in kg, one ofthe 9 segments is shown in the bar below it.Here the position of the active segment indicates the asses-sment of the body weight mentioned on the basis of the BMIfigure. The BMI (Body Mass Index) is a measure for the healthrisk resulting from overweight or underweight. On the basis ofcategorisation of the BMI, doctors distinguish between"underweight”, "normal weight”, "overweight” and "obese”.BMI = x 703 body weight (lb) height (“) x height (“)1< - 12 % very low proportion of fat2- 12 % low proportion of fat3- 7 %4- 3 % normal proportion of fat50 %6+ 3 %7+ 7 % high proportion of fat 8+ 12 %9> + 12 % very high proportion of fatExample:Actual body fat proportion calculated = 31.3 % of totalweight This value is about 7 % above the calculated individualstandard value.Difference compared with yourindividual standard value BMI1< - 7,5 2- 7,5 3- 5 4- 2,5 5 0 6 + 2,5 7+ 5 8+ 7,5 9>+ 7,5Difference compared with yourindividual standardvalue lb/BMI1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 12
13Proportion of muscleWhilst the proportion of muscle in % is shown in the display,one of the 9 segments appears in the bar below it.The muscle mass is the engine of our bodies. Most of ourenergy conversion takes place in our muscles. The muscles takecare of the maintenance of body temperature and they are thebasis of our bodily performance. An exercised, muscular bodyis seen as aesthetically pleasing.A check of the muscle mass is particularly important for peo-ple with weight and fat problems. Since the body needsmuscles to reduce excess energy reserves or folds of fat, long-term weight reduction can only be achieved in parallel withreduction of muscle mass.Proportion of water in the bodyWhilst the proportion of water in the body in % is shown inthe display, one of the 9 segments appears in the bar below it.The figure shown in this analysis reflects the "total bodywater” (TBW). The body of an adult is composed of about60% water. Here there is of course a certain range, with olderpeople showing a lower proportion of water than youngerpeople and men showing a higher proportion than women.The distinction between men and women is a result of thehigher mass of body fat in women. Since the majority of thebody’s water is to be found in the fat-free mass (73% of theFFM is water) and since the water content in the fat is verylow by its nature (about10% of the fatty tissue is water), the proportion of body fat automaticallydecreases with an increasing proportion of water in the body.1< - 6 % very low proportion of water2- 6 % low proportion of water3- 4 %4- 2 % normal proportion of water50 %6+ 2 %7+ 4 % high proportion of water 8+ 6 %9 > + 6 %Example:Calculated actual proportion of water in the body = 51.7 % of total weight This value is about 4 % below the calculated individualstandard value.Difference compared with your individual standard value 1< - 6 % very low proportion of muscle2- 6 % low proportion of muscle3- 4 %4- 2 % normal proportion of muscle50 %6+ 2 %7+ 4 % high proportion of muscle 8+ 6 %9 > + 6 %Example:Actual proportion of muscle calculated = 30.4 % of total body weight This value is about 6 % below the calculated individualstandard value.Difference compared with your individual standard value 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 91 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 13
14Due to loss of water caused by illness or afterphysical activity (sport). After taking exercise, waitfor 6 to 8 hours before carrying out the nextmeasurement.Varying or implausible results can occur inthe case of:Persons with a high temperature, symptoms ofoedema or osteoporosisPersons undergoing dialysis treatmentPersons taking cardiovascular medicinePregnant womenAthletes who undertake more than 10 hours ofintensive training per week and have a restingpulse rate of under 60/minCompetitive athletes and body buildersAnalysis is based on the measurement of the body'selectrical resistance. Eating and drinking habits dur-ing the course of the day and individual lifestyleaffect the water balance. This is noticeable by thefluctuations in the display.In order to ensure that the results of analysis are a accurate and consistent as possible, keep themeasurement conditions constant, as only in thisway will you be able to observe changes over anextended period.Other factors can affect water balance:After a bath, the body fat reading may be too lowand the body water reading too high.After a meal, readings can be higher.Women may experience fluctuations due to themenstrual cycle.Factors influencing measurement readingsEnergy consumptionWhile energy consumption is shown in the display in kcal, oneof the 9 segments appears in the graphics panel below.Energy consumption is calculated from the personal data –corrected by a factor for the relevant activity type - and thedistribution of body mass measured.Basic rate + performance rate = energy consumptionIf you take in fewer kilocalories than your individual energyconsumption, then your body will react by losing weight.Your weight will increase if you take in more calories.1< - 15 % very low energy consumption2- 15 % low energy consumption3- 10 %4- 5 %50 % normal energy consumption6+ 5 %7+ 10 % highr energy consumption8+ 15 %9> + 15 %Example:Energy consumption measured = 1,855 kcalThis value is 5% below the calculated normal level of energyconsumption.Difference compared with your individual standard value 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9kcalBA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 14
15Important notesHow do I measure correctly?It is best if you are naked and barefoot for measu-ring. Make sure that you always measure under thesame conditions (e.g. in the morning on an emptystomach) and at the same time.How often do I have to measure myself withthe Soehnle body monitoring instruments?Basically, it’s up to you. We recommend, however, tomeasure always at the same time and under thesame conditions. Those who want to be very precisemeasure 2 to 3 times a day. Eating and drinkinghabits during the course of the day and individuallifestyle affect water balance. This is noticeable bythe fluctuations in the display. The scale saves theaverage value.Is it possible to notice a change in the per-centage of body mass proportions even onthe first day?It is quite possible that the body monitoring devicewill show different values. This is due to the fluctua-tions in water balance during the course of the day.Normally, the body fat proportion changes very slo-wly – within a few days or weeks.Are the saved trend curves lost, if you changethe data in a personal memory?No. Only if the data are deleted.Can the measurement results be affected byexternal factors? The display values may be affected under extremeelectromagnetic conditions e.g. with the operation ofa radio-operated device in the immediate vicinity ofthe scale. Once the interference stops, the productcan be correctly used again. Switching it on againmay be necessary.What is the meaning of the trend curve?Daily curve (day) means:The daily average values of the last 59 days are dis-played. The last value is always added on the right.Weekly curve (week) means:7 daily readings are used to determine a weeklyaverage. Therefore, the first weekly average can onlybe shown after one week*. The last 59 weekly aver-age values are displayed.Monthly curve (month) means:The last 30 daily average values. So the first monthlyvalue can only appear after 30 days *. 59 monthlyaverage values.* Therefore, we recommend using the daily trenddisplay at the beginning.BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 15
16Messages➀Batteries in the operator unit (LOW BAT-T) or the base (LOW BAT-B) low.➁Overload: From 330 lb/150kg.➂Implausible analysis result – check individualprogramming➃Bad foot-contact:+clean scale or feet or check for sufficient skin moisture.➄If skin is too dry – moisten feet or carry outmeasurement after taking a bath or shower.➅Interference with radio contact between scale and operator terminal. The range of the radio signal and correct operation are dependent on several factors: Battery condition, location and position, screening objects, other devices on the same frequency band➀➁➂➃➄➅Under the environment with electrostatic dis-charge, the ‘Body Balance Comfort F5’ could notmaintain communication link and require the userto take off the battery and insert it again.Under the environment with radio interferencethe ‘Body Balance Comfort F5’ could not main-tain communication link and resume to normalwhen the interference stops.Cleaning and care Only with a slightly damp cloth.Do not use any solvents or abrasive substancesand do not immerse the scale in water.Change batteriesScale:Operator terminal:Disposal of spent batteries: Batteries must notbe disposed of as normal household waste. Notethat you are legally obliged to dispose of used bat-teries in a correct way. You can return spent bat-teries either to public collection points in your townor to any outlet selling batteries of the same kind.Pb = Battery contains leadCd = Battery contains cadmiumHg = Battery contains mercury Technical DataWeighing capacity x graduation = max. 330 lb x 0.2lbDisplay resolution: body fat: 0.1%Display resolution: body water: 0.1%Display resolution: muscle mass: 0.1%Display resolution: energy consumption: 1 kcalheight: 3 - 7 ftage: 10–99 years8-person individual memory locationsSize of LCD screen measuring circuit: 0.035 mA RMS, 50 kHzRadio frequency: 433 MHz, range: 3mBatteries: 4 x 1,5V AA for the scale3 x 1,5 V AA for the operator terminalBatteries supplied with unit.BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 16
17Disposal of Old Electrical &Electronic EquipmentThis symbol on the product or on itspackaging indicates that this productshall not be treated as household waste.Instead it shall be handed over to theapplicable collection point for the recy-cling of electrical and electronic equipment. For moredetailed information about recycling contact yourlocal city office, your household waste disposal serv-ice or the shop where you purchased the product.WarrantySOEHNLE guarantees that all defects due to materials or manufacturing faults will be remediedby replacement or repair, free of charge, for a periodof 3 years from the date of purchase. Please keepyour purchase receipt and the guarantee card in asafe place. If you have any complaints, please returnthe scale to your dealer with the guarantee card andreceipt.Guarantee cardIf you have any complaints, please return the scaleto your dealer with the guarantee card and yourreceipt.SenderReason forcomplaint✁Compliance declarationSoehnle hereby declares that the Body Balance devi-ce complies with the basic requirements and theother relevant terms of Directive 1999/5/EU.You will find the EU compliance declaration on www.soehnle.com.This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2) Thisdevice must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.Section 15, Category B of the FCC regulations provi-des for reasonable protection from interference withthe radio and television in domestic use. Althoughthe device has been tested and its emissions do notexceed the permitted radio frequency emission limitsthat are set down in the above-mentioned regulati-ons, there is however no guarantee that such inter-ference will not nevertheless occur in specific situati-ons. Possible interference may be established by switching the device on and off andmonitoring the radio and television reception. Youcan try to remove interference by taking one or possibly several of the following measures:- Rearrange the device affected or its reception aerial.- Increase the distance between the device affectedand the scale.- If necessary contact an experienced radio/televisiontechnician.IMPORTANT! Changes to the electronics or to thehousing of this product require express consent bySoehnle. If this condition is not observed, the FCCmay under certain circumstances withdraw permission to operate this device.BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:45 Uhr Seite 17
292LEIFHEIT INTERNATIONAL USA, Inc.510 Broad Hollow Road, Suite # 201 US - Melville, New York 11747 Tel. + 1 631 501 1054Fax + 1 631 396 0010 Internet www.leifheitusa.com 470.065.267 USA Printed 10/2005 JFS BA_comfort_470_065_267_USA3.qxd 13.01.2006 17:48 Uhr Seite 292

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