Tanita BF-679W Instruction Manual

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GBGB5USEFUL FEATURESAUTOMATIC SHUT-DOWN FUNCTION• Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales allow you to know your weight, body fat percentage, and body water percentagesimultaneously and easily, simply by stepping on a scale.• Your Body Fat Monitor/Scale can be set for Adult or Children (ages 7-17), Male or Female.• In addition, the BF-680W can be set to Adult Athlete mode.• Personal data (Female/Male, Age, Height, etc.) can be pre-set and stored in memory for up to 2 people.• Unique Healthy Range Indicator automatically displays where your body fat percentage falls within the Body Fat Ranges chart (p.2).• Guest feature allows you to take readings without reprogramming one of the Personal keys.• Weight-only Key provides quick weight readings.• The unit emits a helpful “beep” when activated, and also at various stages in the programming and measuring process.Listen for these sounds which will prompt you to step on the unit, look at your readings, or confirm a setting.The automatic shut-down function shuts off the power automatically in the following cases:• If you interrupt the measurement process. The power will shut down automatically within 10 to 20 seconds,depending upon the type of operation.• If an extraordinary weight is applied to the platform.• During programming, if you do not touch any of the keys or buttons within 60 seconds.*• After you have completed the measuring process.*Note: If the power shuts off automatically, repeat the steps from “Setting and Storing Data in Memory” (p.6).8.1.2.3.4.3.4.5.6.7.FEATURES AND FUNCTIONSPREPARATIONS BEFORE USEInserting the BatteriesOpen the battery cover on the back of the measuring platform. Insert thesupplied AA-batteries as indicated.Note: Be sure that the polarity of the batteries is set properly. If the batteries areincorrectly positioned the fluid may leak and damage floors. If you do not intend to use thisunit for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove the batteries before storage.Please note that since the batteries were inserted at the factory, their energylevels may have decreased.Positioning the MonitorPlace the measuring platform on a hard, flat surface where there is minimalvibration to ensure safe and accurate measurement.Note: To avoid possible injury, do not step on the edge of the platform.Handling TipsThis monitor is a precision instrument utilizing state-of-the-art technology.To keep the unit in the best condition, follow these instructions carefully:• Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform.• Store the unit horizontally, and place it so that the buttons will not bepressed accidentally.• Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the unit.• Place the unit in an area free from direct sunlight, heating equipment,high humidity, or extreme temperature change.• Never submerge in water. Use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glasscleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny; avoid soaps.• Do not step on the platform when wet.• Do not drop any objects onto the platform.Open as shown.Direction of the batteries.Accessories8. AA-Size Batteries (4)4Measuring Platform1. Display Screen2. Set Button3. Arrow (Select) Buttons4. Ball-of-Foot Electrodes5. Heel Electrodes6. Personal Keys7. Weight-Only KeySWITCHING THE WEIGHT MODE Note: For use only with models containing the weight mode switchYou can switch the unit indication by using the switch on the back of the scale as shown in the figure.Note: If weight mode is set to pounds or stone-pounds, the height programming mode will be automatically set to feetand inches.Similarly, if kilograms is selected, height will be automatically set to centimetres.