Health o meter Body Fat Monitoring Scale

Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of this Health o meter wellness monitoring product. It is more than just a scale; it helps monitor weight and body fat composition for one user. It is easy to program and use. Once your data is stored, your scale is ready.

About Body Fat

The Health o meter Body Fat Monitoring Scale assists in achieving your physical best by providing estimates for BODY FAT COMPOSITION and BODY WEIGHT. Unlike traditional bathroom scales that indicate overall weight (lean mass and body fat combined), this scale allows you to track your weight and body fat separately.

Please read all instructions to familiarize yourself with features and operations before programming the scale.

• The use of this scale is not recommended for persons with an electric implant (heart pacemaker).
• The scale will not calculate body fat unless you have bare feet.
• For an accurate body fat estimate, do not bend your knees, and keep your legs/thighs apart and straight when standing on the scale.
• The body fat function is not recommended for use by pregnant women, persons with fever, swollen legs or other edemas, or individuals who are over-hydrated or dehydrated.
• Body fat percentages may be slightly higher or lower for children under 16, persons with diabetes, and other health conditions.
• Women naturally store approximately 5% more body fat than men.

Operating Instructions

Installing the Batteries

1. Locate the battery cover on the back of the scale.

2. Remove the battery cover and insert 4 AA batteries.

3. If "LO" appears in the display, replace the batteries.

Note: Do not use rechargeable batteries.

Keys and Icons

The scale features the following keys and displays:

• 1. Readout: Weight/Height Readout; Body Fat % / Age Readout
• 2. Height Display: Height displayed in feet and inches
• 3. Unit of Measure: Pounds (LB) or Kilograms (KG)
• 4. Gender Symbols: Male or Female indicators
• 5. Height Display (KG mode): Height displayed in Centimeters
• 6. DOWN Button: [down-arrow]
• 7. SET/USER Button
• 8. UP Button: [up-arrow]

First Time Programming Instructions

Set the unit of measurement to "LB" (pounds) or "KG" (kilograms) using the selector switch on the back of the scale.

Follow these steps to program your Body Fat Monitoring Scale:

1. Press and hold the SET/USER Button until the HEIGHT icon starts flashing.
2. Press the UP [up-arrow] or DOWN [down-arrow] button to select the desired FEET (or CENTIMETERS in KG mode); then press the SET/USER button.
3. Press the UP [up-arrow] or DOWN [down-arrow] button to select the desired INCHES; then press the SET/USER button.
4. Press the UP [up-arrow] or DOWN [down-arrow] button until your correct AGE is shown on the display; then press the SET/USER button.
5. Press the UP [up-arrow] or DOWN [down-arrow] button to select your gender (MALE or FEMALE symbol); then press the SET/USER button.
6. Once your information is entered, the scale will display your profile, then "- - -". Wait until the display shows "0.0". The scale is ready for use.

NOTE: If a button is not pushed within 20 seconds during programming, "0.0" will be displayed. Wait until the unit turns off and return to Step 1 to continue setup.

If the scale is operating in Kilograms (KG) mode, height will be set in centimeters (CM).

Monitoring your Weight and Body Fat Composition

Ensure your personal data has been programmed. Place the scale on a flat, level surface. A hard surface is best for maximum accuracy. Placing the scale on a rug or carpet may affect weighing accuracy.

1. Press the SET/USER button with your toe. Your personal profile will appear on the screen.
2. Wait until "0.0" appears on the display.
3. Stand on the scale with bare feet only. Position your feet so the balls of your feet are on the upper silver pads and your heels are on the lower silver pads.

NOTE: For accurate body fat estimates, always measure with bare feet.

4. During the weight measurement, the display will flash "- - -" and then show your weight and body fat percentage. Stand still for a few seconds.

NOTE: It is normal for your weight to vary during a day and from one day to another; slight changes in weight are generally normal.

Weight-only Usage

It is not necessary to program personal data to obtain an accurate weight-only reading.

Place the scale on a flat, level, hard surface for maximum accuracy. Placing the scale on a rug or carpet may affect weighing accuracy.

1. Tap on the scale platform with the ball of your foot to activate the scale.
2. Wait until "0.0" is displayed.
3. Step on the scale and stand still. The display will flash "- - -" and then show your weight.
4. The scale will turn off automatically after a few seconds.

NOTE: It is recommended to weigh yourself at the same time of the day. It is normal for your weight to vary during a day and from one day to another; slight changes in weight are generally normal.

Error Indicator

If "E" appears on the display, an error has occurred. Step off the scale and carefully repeat the steps. The "E" will appear if:

1. You step on the scale before "0.0" displays.
2. The weight is greater than the maximum capacity (330LB / 150kg). NEVER apply a weight beyond the maximum capacity.
3. The scale cannot measure body fat.

Caring for your Scale

Periodically wipe the scale surface down with a DRY cloth to remove dust.

Body Fat Composition Ranges

This section provides information on body fat composition ranges, extracted from "Principals & Labs for Fitness and Wellness, 1st Edition ©1999". To determine the percentage of body fat that is appropriate for your body, consult your physician.

The ranges are typically presented in bar charts showing different categories based on age and gender.

5-Year Limited Warranty

Sunbeam Products, Inc. ("Sunbeam") warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. Sunbeam, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component found to be defective during the warranty period with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value.

This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt; proof of purchase is required for warranty service.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from negligent use or misuse, improper voltage or current, use contrary to operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than Sunbeam or an authorized service center. It also does not cover Acts of God (fire, flood, hurricanes, tornadoes).

Limits on Sunbeam's Liability

Sunbeam shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any warranty or condition. Implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the warranty period. Sunbeam disclaims all other warranties, conditions, or representations.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so these limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary by jurisdiction.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

For questions regarding this warranty or to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-672-5625, or visit www.healthometer.com for a convenient service center address.

In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc., Boca Raton, Florida 33431.

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THE ADDRESSES SHOWN OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

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