Conair THINNER TH404 User's Manual
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1. WOMEN age excellent good moderate overweight obese lt 19 17 0 17 1 to 22 0 22 1 to 27 0 27 1 to 32 0 gt 32 1 20 29 18 0 18 1 to 23 0 23 1 to 28 0 28 1 to 33 0 gt 33 1 30 39 19 0 19 1 to 24 0 24 1 to 29 0 29 1 to 34 0 gt 34 1 40 49 20 0 20 1 to 25 0 25 1 to 30 0 30 1 to 35 0 gt 35 1 gt 50 21 0 21 1 to 26 0 26 1 to 31 0 31 1 to 36 0 gt 36 1 From Principles and Labs for Physical Fitness and Wellness 1st Edition 1999 Reprinted with permission of Wadsworth a division of Thomson Learning Body Water Hydration Levels General health standards indicate that one should consume approximately 64 oz of water per day to maintain a healthy level of hydration According to the World Health Organization WHO 2001 the percentage of body water should lie within the following ranges Women 50 55 Men 60 65 Children 65 75 Maintaining these levels will help improve your overall health and general feeling of well being If your hydration levels are less than the recommended levels in the chart above you should increase your water intake accordingly Body Water Hydration Level how is it measured The hydration level is measured by using Bioelectric Impedance Analysis BIA The same analysis that is used to calculate your body fat is used to calculate your hydration level The Thinner Body Water microprocessor again measures impedance or transmission speed through water Taki2. they do not calculate the percentage of fat within the body However this Thinner Body Analysis Monitor allows the user to check both of these important measurements Body Fat Percentage How is it Measured The Thinner Body Analysis Monitor uses a technique called Bioelectric Impedance Analysis BIA A harmless amount of a bioelectric current is sent from the footpads through the body This current travels at different speeds through lean and fat body masses The scale s microprocessor analyzes the degree of impedance or transmission speed Taking into consideration the user s height age gender and weight the Thinner Body Analysis Monitor calculates the composition of the body The percentage of the body that is composed of fat is displayed on the monitor body fat percentage Body Fat Levels Recommended Ranges MEN age excellent good moderate overweight obese lt 19 12 0 12 1 to 17 0 17 1 to 22 0 22 1 to 27 0 gt 27 1 2 20 29 13 0 13 1 to 18 0 18 1 to 23 0 23 1 to 28 0 gt 28 1 30 39 14 0 14 1 to 19 0 19 1 to 24 0 5 6 24 1 to 29 0 gt 29 1 40 49 15 0 15 1 to 20 0 20 1 to 25 0 25 1 to 30 0 gt 30 1 gt 50 16 0 16 1 to 21 0 21 1 to 26 0 26 1 to 31 0 gt 31 1 D 3 31 08 1 31 24 PM 08AD027 TH404 IB mech indd 5 8
3. be used as a guide only Watch for trends over time and contact your healthcare provider for a more detailed explanation of the readings and with any questions or concerns Service Centers Conair Corporation Service Department Service Department 150 Milford Road 7475 N Glen Harbor Blvd East Windsor NJ 08520 Glendale AZ 85307 Conair Corporation 2008 Conair Corporation East Windsor NJ 08520 Glendale AZ 85307 Made in China QUESTIONS 1 800 326 6247 about your www conair com SCALE ee 08AD027 The Scale with Built In Power 3 31 08 1 31 24 PM INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Before Using Scale 1 Set switch on the back of the scale to measure in kg kilograms or Ib pounds 2 Set scale on floor Surface must be level for accurate operation and safety Customizing Your Thinner Body Analysis Monitor Setting Data for Body Fat Hydration Bone Mass Measurement 1 Quickly and firmly tap center of scale platform with foot to activate digital display 2 Wait for 0 0 to appear in display window 3 Press SET button The scale is now ready to input your personal data Enter User Number e P 01 will flash in display window e Press UP or DOWN button to select your individual user number four user numbers available P 01 through P 4 e When selected user number appears in display press SET button to save user number e The scale is now ready for you to enter your height Set Height e Ht h
4. ed warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you IN NO EVENT SHALL CONAIR BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This comprehensive digital scale provides all the information you need to manage your weight and monitor important body analysis functions all with the touch of your toes It measures weight body fat body hydration level body mass index BMI and bone mass with precision accuracy and can be programmed for the entire family up to 4 users Simple to use with a large and easy to read digital LCD screen it s the ultimate home scale for healthy weight management Body Fat Percentage What Does It Mean Simply speaking your body is made up of lean mass and fat mass Lean mass consists of muscle bones organs etc Fat mass is body fat While everyone needs a certain amount of fat to assist the body in storing energy providing heat insulation and other functions most people will find they are at their most fit when they increase their lean mass and decrease their fat mass While standard scales are useful in providing a measurement of overall weight
5. eight will flash in display window e Press UP or DOWN button to scroll to your height measurement e Press SET button to save height e The scale is now ready for you to enter your age Set Age e Age will flash in display window e Press UP or DOWN button to scroll to your age Press and hold button to advance numbers more quickly e Press SET button to save age e The scale is now ready for you to enter your gender Set Gender e A gender icon will flash in display window e Press UP or DOWN button to select male or female icon e Press SET button to save gender Your personal data has now been entered and stored User height age and gender will display for a few seconds to confirm the programming If any of these data points were set incorrectly just go through the customization steps 1 3 again The scale is now ready for you to weigh yourself and read body fat body water BMI and bone mass measurements Using Your Thinner Body Fat Monitor Precautions for Use CAUTION Use of this device by persons with any electrical implant such as a heart pacemaker or by pregnant women is not recommended 1 Quickly and firmly tap center of scale platform with foot to activate digital display 2 Wait for 0 0 to appear in display window 3 Press the USER button located below the display several times until your user number appears Note The scale will automatically scroll through your customized data then 0 0 wi
6. h and or glass cleaner If scale battery needs to be replaced lift the battery cover on the bottom of the scale and replace the old batteries with 4 new AAA alkaline batteries Do not mix old and new batteries Dispose of the old batteries properly Do not attempt to open the scale or to remove any components Servicing should be done by qualified technicians only See warranty information below This product is designed to assist you in living a healthy life However this is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice diagnosis or treatment LIMITED TEN YEAR WARRANTY Conair will repair or replace at our option your appliance free of charge for 120 months from the date of purchase if the appliance is defective in workmanship or materials To obtain service under this warranty return the defective product to the service center listed below that is nearest you together with your sales slip and 5 00 for postage and handling California residents need only provide proof of purchase and should call 1 800 3 CONAIR for shipping instructions In the absence of a receipt the warranty period shall be 120 months from the date of manufacture ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE 120 MONTH DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY Some states do not allow limitations on how long an impli
7. ll be displayed 4 Step onto the scale BAREFOOT with your feet aligned on the electrodes on the two sides of the platform 5 Weight will be displayed for a few seconds Remain on scale without moving 6 Display will show your weight on the top line body fat on the second line and body water on the bottom line 7 After a few seconds the second line will display your body mass index BMI and the bottom line will show your bone mass Your weight stays displayed on the top line 8 Display will turn off Using The Weight Only Mode For weight only mode no personal data entry is necessary 1 Place scale on a flat level surface 2 Quickly and firmly tap center of scale platform with foot to activate 3 Wait for 0 0 to appear in display window 4 Step onto scale Weight measurement will appear in display window Facts You Should Know Your Thinner scale is a precise measuring instrument that is most accurate when weighing a stationary object To ensure readings that are 99 accurate always try to stand on the same area of the scale platform and DO NOT MOVE Should the weight on the scale exceed the scale s capacity you may see an error message ERR Electronic sensors are sensitive Be careful not to drop or jar the scale Place it gently onto floor surface and store where it will be protected from impact The scale is an electronic instrument and should never be submerged in water Clean with damp clot
8. ng into consideration a user s age and gender a calculation is made that determines the percentage of water Please Note It is not recommended to take the hydration measurements in certain situations such as following exercise after drinking a glass of water or directly prior to during or shortly after menstrual cycles Hydration may not be at its normal level during these times If you have any questions or concerns about your readings contact your healthcare provider 08AD027 TH404 IB mech indd 1 4 Bone Mass What Is It Bone is a living growing tissue During youth your body makes new bone tissue faster than it breaks down older bone In young adulthood bone mass is at its peak after that bone loss starts to outpace bone growth and bone mass decreases But it s a long and a very slow process that can be slowed down even more through calcium rich diets and weight bearing exercise Who should monitor bone mass Most people have no need to monitor bone mass but certain groups postmenopausal women men and women with certain diseases and anyone who takes medications that affect bone tissue might want to watch for any decrease in bone mass How to monitor bone mass at home Program your Thinner Body Analysis Monitor and watch as built in BIA technology computes lean body mass and measures bone mass every time you weigh yourself Typical ranges for bone mass Men 6 5 8 5 Women 5 7 The bone mass reading is to
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