Kogan Digital Body Weight Scale
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Safety Information
Safety and Usage Information
The warning signs and symbols are essential for your correct and safe use of the scale, and to protect you from injury. Please see the labels and icons below, as you may encounter them on the labelling or body of the product.
Warning Signs and Symbols
- ? Symbol for "THE OPERATION GUIDE MUST BE READ"
- ⚡ Symbol for "DIRECT CURRENT"
- ? Symbol for "MANUFACTURE DATE"
- ? SN Symbol for "SERIAL NUMBER"
- ? Symbol for "MANUFACTURER"
- ✅ Symbol for "COMPLIES WITH EU REQUIREMENTS"
- ♻️ Symbol for "ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION – Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice"
CAUTION
These scales offer a seamless way to manage your health. They are designed for healthy individuals over 10 years old. The information provided is not meant to treat, cure, diagnose, or prevent any diseases or illnesses. If in doubt, speak with your doctor.
- The scale should not be used by pregnant women, as the effects on an unborn fetus are not known.
- The scale should not be used by people with wearable or implanted electronic devices (e.g., pacemakers).
- The scale should not be used by people who are acutely or chronically ill, or suffering from any disease or taking medications that may affect water levels.
- Use the scale according to instructions. Misuse may result in electric shock, burns, fires, or other hazards.
- Do not expose the scales to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, moisture, or corrosive environments.
- Do not step onto the scale when your body or feet are wet, especially after bathing or showering.
- Please keep the scales out of reach of children, infants, or pets.
- For household use only. Do not use in a commercial or therapeutic setting.
TIPS for Accurate Measurements
- Place the scales on a flat, hard surface. Soft surfaces (e.g., carpet) will affect results.
- Step onto the platform with bare feet. Stand still and maintain full contact with the electrodes until measurements are complete.
- Start measurements at least TWO hours after waking up or eating.
- Do not take measurements immediately after exercise, bathing, sauna, drinking, or eating.
- Always start measurements at the same time of day and in the same location if possible.
- The condition of the skin on your feet can affect readings. Dry or calloused skin may impact accuracy. Ensure feet are clean for best results.
- Body fat percentage estimates can vary with body water levels, dehydration, over-hydration, alcohol consumption, menstruation, illness, or intense exercise.
Overview
Device Components
Top: LCD Display, Electrode
Bottom: Up Button, Set Button, Down Button, UNIT Button, Battery Compartment
Note: The scale takes 2 x CR2032 (3V) batteries.
LCD Display
The LCD display shows various measurements and indicators:
- FAT: Body Fat Analysis Result
- TBW: Total Body Water Analysis Result
- MUS: Muscle Mass Analysis Result
- BONE: Bone Mass Analysis Result
- st: Stone (Unit of weight)
- lb: Pound (Unit of weight)
- kg: Kilogram (Unit of weight)
- %: Percentage
- ft: Foot (Unit of height)
- cm: Centimeter (Unit of height)
- PR: User ID (Range from P1 to P8)
- age: Age
Measurement Indicators
| Reading | Description | Gender/Athlete Type |
|---|---|---|
| FAT | Body Fat Analysis Result | ♂️ Male |
| TBW | Total Body Water Analysis Result | ?♂️ Male Athlete |
| MUS | Muscle Mass Analysis Result | ♀️ Female |
| BONE | Bone Mass Analysis Result | ?♀️ Female Athlete |
| st | Stone | |
| lb | Pound | |
| kg | Kilogram | |
| % | Percentage | |
| ft | Foot | |
| cm | Centimeter | |
| PR | User ID (Range from P1 to P8) | |
| age | Age | |
| Underfat | ||
| Healthy | ||
| Overfat |
Initial Start-Up
General Instructions
The scale uses BIA (Bio-impedance Analysis) technology. A small, imperceptible current flows through the body to estimate body fat, total body water, muscle mass, and bone mass. This technology is safe and non-invasive.
Caution: Anyone with a wearable or implantable electronic device, such as a pacemaker, must still avoid using the scale.
Removing the Insulation Strip
- Open the battery door on the back of the scale.
- Remove the plastic insulation strip prior to first use.
- Close the battery compartment door. Wait until "0.0kg" is shown on the LCD.
Replacing the Batteries
- Open the battery door on the back of the scale.
- Remove the old batteries and insert two new CR2032 batteries, observing the polarity indicators. The LCD will display "8888".
- Close the battery compartment door. Wait until "0.0kg" is shown on the LCD.
WARNING
- When "Lo" appears, batteries need replacement. Replace both batteries simultaneously. Do NOT mix old and new batteries.
- Worn batteries are hazardous waste. Dispose of them according to local regulations.
- If not using the scale for an extended period, remove the batteries.
Setup
Selecting Measurement Units
With batteries installed, press the Ⓤ UNIT button on the back to select the measurement unit (KG, pounds, or stone). The default is KG.
CAUTION: Place the scale on a flat, hard surface. Wait a few seconds before taking measurements.
Setting Up Your Profile
The scale supports profiles for up to 8 users. Follow these steps to set up your profile:
- Assigning User ID: With the scale off, press the ⚙️ SET button. The User ID (P1) will blink. Press ▲ or ▼ to select a User ID (P1-P8). Press ⚙️ SET to confirm.
- Setting Gender: The gender setting will appear. Press ▲ or ▼ to select your gender (Male ♂️, Female ♀️, Male Athlete ?♂️, Female Athlete ?♀️). Press ⚙️ SET to confirm. (Athlete mode is for those exercising 10+ hours/week with a resting heart rate of 60 bpm. It's not calibrated for professional athletes or bodybuilders.)
- Setting Height: Press ▲ or ▼ to adjust height (e.g., 165 cm). Hold ▲ or ▼ for faster changes. Press ⚙️ SET to confirm.
- Setting Age: Press ▲ or ▼ to adjust age (e.g., 30). Hold ▲ or ▼ for faster changes. Press ⚙️ SET to confirm.
After confirming age, the LCD displays "0.0kg", ready for measurement. Repeat for other users or to change details.
Measuring
Initialising Your Scale
If the scale has been moved, press the center of the platform with your foot, then remove it. "0.0kg" will display, and the scale is ready.
Weight Only Operation
The scale functions as a conventional weighing scale. Ensure it's initialised, then step on to measure your weight.
- Position the scale on a flat, hard surface.
- Step onto the platform and remain still while the scale computes your weight.
- Your weight will be displayed.
- The scale will turn off automatically after a few seconds.
First Measurement
- Position the scale on a firm flat surface.
- Press the ⚙️ SET key.
- While the user number flashes, select your user number using ▲ or ▼ keys. After 3 seconds, the number activates, and the scale shows "0.0kg".
Note: If the user number flashes and you press ⚙️ SET again, it enters settings mode.
Step 1: Step onto the platform with bare feet while the LCD displays "0.0kg".
Step 2: Stand still. Weight data locks when it stops flashing. Maintain full contact until the moving "o" character stops.
Step 3: Your weight will be displayed, followed by Body Fat, Total Body Water, Muscle Mass, and Bone Mass. Data is displayed three times before the scale turns off.
If analysis fails, only weight data is shown. Refer to troubleshooting for solutions.
Daily Measurement
- Step onto the platform and stand still, maintaining contact with electrodes until the moving "o" character stops.
- After analysis, the scale identifies the most likely User ID based on historical records. Results are displayed three times before turning off.
- If multiple users have similar records, you will be prompted to choose the correct User ID (e.g., P1 or P2) using ▲ or ▼. Results are saved and displayed before turning off.
If the scale cannot identify a User ID, only weight data is displayed.
Troubleshooting
Error Prompts
| Error | Description | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Overload | The device will power off. | Stop using the scale for measurement. |
| Lo | Low Battery | Replace both CR2032 batteries at the same time. |
During Measurements
| Problem | Possible Cause | Suggested Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Abnormal measurement results (too high, too low, or huge differences between measurements) | Incorrect stance | Step onto the platform with bare feet and stand still. |
| Scale is on soft or uneven ground (e.g., carpet). | Place the device onto a flat, hard surface. | |
| Feet are too dry. | Wipe your feet with a damp cloth, keeping them slightly damp when you start your measurement. | |
| No display on LCD when the scale powers on. | Batteries not yet installed. | Install the batteries. |
| Worn batteries. | Replace both CR2032 batteries at the same time. | |
| Scale can measure weight, but not body fat, body water, muscle mass, or bone mass. | Stepped onto the platform wearing socks or shoes. | Take measurements with bare feet only. |
| System cannot identify the possible User ID with most similar data. | Assign a User ID as per the instructions. | |
| The user has failed to select the User ID. | Assign a User ID as per the instructions. | |
| The device powers off. | Low battery. | Replace both CR2032 batteries at the same time. |
Specifications
| Dimensions | 310 x 310 x 18.8mm (approx) |
| Net Weight | Approximately 1.9kg (excluding batteries) |
| Display | Digital LCD |
| Measurement Units | Kilogram / Pound / Stone |
| Measurement Range | 5kg~150kg / 11lb ~ 330lb / 0st 11lb ~ 23st 8lb |
| Division | 0.1kg / 0.2lb / 0.2lb |
| Accuracy | 50kg: ±0.3kg / 100kg: ±0.4kg / 150kg: ±0.5kg |
| Working Environment | 5°C ~ 40°C / Relative humidity 90%RH / Atmospheric Pressure 86kPa ~ 106kPa |
| Power Source | 6V (2 x CR2032 batteries) |
This product passes strict inspections before delivery. Please refer to above for accuracy measurements.
This product is designed specially for body fat analysis as well as weight management. It should NOT be used by anyone during the process of transaction for verification of goods' weight.
Health Tips
The human body is made up of a percentage of fat. Body fat is vital for a healthy, functioning body, protecting vital organs, regulating temperature, storing vitamins, and healing. Too much or too little body fat can damage health. It's difficult to gauge body fat by appearance alone.
Monitoring body fat percentage provides a better measure of fitness than weight alone. Weight loss might be muscle mass rather than fat, leading to a high fat percentage even within a 'normal weight' zone.
Standard for Men (Body Fat Percentage)
| Rating | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | <13 | <14 | <16 | <17 | <18 |
| Normal | 13-20 | 14 - 21 | 16-23 | 17 - 24 | 18-25 |
| Moderately High | 20.1 - 23 | 21.1 - 24 | 23.1-26 | 24.1 - 27 | 25.1 - 28 |
| High | >23 | >24 | >26 | >27 | >28 |
Standard for Women (Body Fat Percentage)
| Rating | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | <19 | <20 | <21 | <22 | <23 |
| Normal | 19-28 | 20 - 29 | 21-30 | 22-31 | 23-32 |
| Moderately High | 28.1 - 31 | 29.1 - 32 | 30.1-33 | 31.1-34 | 32.1-35 |
| High | >31 | >32 | >33 | >34 | >35 |
Water Percentage
Body water is over half of total body weight and two-thirds of lean body mass. Water is crucial for cell function, regulating body temperature, and perspiration. Hydration levels can be insufficient even if weight and fat appear normal.
| Optimal TBW % Range | ||
|---|---|---|
| BF % Range | Optimal TBW % Range | |
| Men | 4 to 14% | 70 to 63% |
| 15 to 21% | 63 to 57% | |
| 22 to 24% | 57 to 55% | |
| 25 and over | 55 to 37% | |
| Women | 4 to 20% | 70 to 58% |
| 21 to 29% | 58 to 52% | |
| 30 to 32% | 52 to 49% | |
| 33 and over | 49 to 37% | |
Muscle Mass & Bone Mass
Muscle Mass
Lean muscle mass can decrease with age. Maintaining muscle mass is important for strength, bone density, joint flexibility, and weight management. The body burns approximately 110 additional calories for each kilo of muscle gained.
Healthy Muscle Mass Table
| Men | Approximately 40% of total body weight |
| Women | Approximately 30% of total body weight |
Bone Mass
Regular exercise and a balanced diet help maintain healthy bones. Bone mass peaks in the thirties and can decline thereafter. Exercise can help prevent bone loss. Calcium and Vitamin D are essential for bone health.
Bone mass readings are estimations. Consult a doctor if you have concerns about osteoporosis or low bone density.
The average healthy bone mass for both men and women is between 4% and 5%.
Maintenance
Follow these do's and don'ts for maintenance:
- DO use a soft dry cloth to wipe dust.
- DO use a damp soft cloth (wrung out) to wipe dirt, then dry with a soft dry cloth.
- DON'T wash the device with water or immerse it.
- DON'T use abrasive chemicals or detergents.
- DON'T disassemble the scale.
If you have any problems, please contact Kogan.com customer support.
Battery Warning
This product requires button batteries, which are hazardous to young children.
WARNING – KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
- Swallowing button batteries can lead to serious injury or death within hours due to chemical burns and perforation.
- If a child swallows or inserts a button battery, immediately call the 24-hour Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 for expert advice.
- Ensure the battery compartment is securely fastened. Do not use if it is not secure.
- Dispose of used button batteries immediately and safely. Flat batteries can still be dangerous.
- Inform others about the risks associated with button batteries and how to keep children safe.
