User manual OREGON SCIENTIFIC GA101

[. . . ] Oregon ScientificTM High Precision Body Weight Monitor with Body Fat Index Model: GA101 User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 How the Body Weight Monitor Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] For example, two people of the same weight and BMI may have big differences in body composition. One may carry excess fat while the other carry acceptable level of fat needed to regulate the body. As such, a Body Fat Index measurement is an effective assessment of your current health level. NOTE Essential fat is necessary for bodily functions, since it helps to maintain body temperature an insulate organs and tissues. How Body Fat is Measured The Monitor uses the method of Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) to measure body fat. This method gives high precision, is completely safe, and is widely used in the medical field. The principle of BIA is as follows: The Monitor sends a low, harmless electrical signal through your body that flows freely. How Body Fat Index Fluctuates It is recommended that you choose a time slot to measure body fat and then monitor it regularly at the same condition. Ideally, body hydration level is most stable during late afternoon, right before dinner. Please note the many factors may alter an individual's body fat reading, including alcohol consumption, taking a bath or exercising, waking up, eating, fever and illnesses. 7 GB GB SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS CARING FOR YOUR BODY WEIGHT MONITOR To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from using this product, please observe the following guidelines. Do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaning agents. Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. This will terminate the warranty and may expose you to dangerously high voltages. Contact the dealer or a qualified repairman if the product requires servicing. Do not store the Monitor in an upright position. Do not store the Monitor in an upright position. Do not place objects on the Monitor or stand it in an upright position. Do not expose the product to excessive force, dust, temperature fluctuations, or humidity. Allow the Monitor to settle for at least 30 minutes whenever there is a sudden change in ambient environment (e. g. , from an outdoor area to an air conditioned room). SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please observe the following safety precautions when setting up and using your Body Weight Monitor. Do not immerse the product in water or place the Monitor on a wet surface. Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, and heaters. Do not use the Monitor on an uneven surface. Use carpet feet (supplied) if you place the Monitor on a carpet. 8 GETTING STARTED UNPACKING THE BODY WEIGHT MONITOR When you unpack your Body Weight Monitor, make sure to keep all the packing materials in a safe place, in case you need to later transport or return it for servicing. In the box, you will find: The Monitor 4x AA 1. 5-V Batteries User Manual 4x Carpet Feet Selecting a Location for the Body Weight Monitor Diagram Instructions Place the body weight Monitor on a hard, even floor surface. Avoid thick carpeting or use the supplied carpet feet. NOTE Placing the Monitor on the floor will display on the LCD. Simply leave the Monitor on the floor for 1-2 seconds to allow self-calibration. [. . . ] ADDENDUM Weight Unit Conversion Unit kg lb st-lb Description Metric kilogram Imperial pound British stone pound Geographic application Global United States United Kingdom Conversion 1 kg = 2. 20 lb 1 kg = 0. 16 stone 1 lb = 0. 45 kg 1 lb = 0. 07 stone 1 stone = 14. 0 lb 1 stone = 6. 36 kg 13 GB GB TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section includes a list of frequently asked questions for problems you may encounter with your Body Weight Monitor. If the product is not operating as you think it should, check here before arranging for servicing. Problem No power Symptom The display is dim. The weight on the Monitor is unevenly distributed or unstable. [. . . ]