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1. ob C eG 12 HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT When to avoid taking a measurement The estimated body fat percentage may differ significantly from the actual because the water content in the body is changing when a measurement is taken under the following physical conditions immediately after vigorous exercise immediately after a bath or sauna after drinking alcohol or a large amount of water after eating a meal 1 to 2 hours Before taking a measurement your personal data must be entered If GUEST is used you will need to enter your personal data each time you take a measurement 1 Turn the monitor ON Press the Power Switch The CAL symbol blinks on the depu followed by the 0 0 Ib symbol as illustrated below NOTE Wait for the 0 0 Ib symbol to appear before proceeding 2 Select your Personal Data Option A USER with Personal Profile Number Press the USER button Select your Personal Profile Number How to view previous measurement results before taking a measurement After selecting your Personal Profile Number press the GUEST MEMORY button The results are displayed repeatedly with the memory indicator in the following order WEIGHT gt FAT c BMI If an error occurred for the body fat percentage in the previous measurement will display for FAT When finished viewing the results press the Power Switch to turn the monitor off To take a measurement turn the mon
2. Daily activities Recommended time Breakfast Recommended time Before lunch and about 2 hours or more after breakfast After waking up In the afternoon about 2 hours or Recommended time more after lunch and before taking a bath or eating dinner Be ay 77 Avoid measurement immediately 7s after eating or bathing 1 EI L 7 Taking a bath or eating dinner Before going to bed and about 2 hours or more after dinner Recommended time Going to bed HOW TO INTERPRET THE CALCULATED RESULTS Body fat percentage Displays the body fat mass as the percentage of body weight NOTE The age range for the body fat percentage classification is 20 to 79 years old Body fat percentage classification Displays ye E with 12 levels of Bar display BMI BMI is an internationally used index to show the body condition by checking the balance between the height and the weight It is calculated by the following formula BMI Body Mass Index weight in pounds x 703 height in inches height in inches BMI classification qh mess nanu Displays 0 with 12 levels of Bar display Recommended Body Fat Ranges and BMI Low Normal 0 High Very High BMI lt 18 5 BMI 18 5 24 9 BMI 25 0 29 9 BMI gt 30 0 21 0 32 9 33 0 38 9 Female 23 0 33 9 34 0 39 9 24 0 35 9 36 0 41 9 8 0 19 9 20 0
3. 24 9 Male 11 0 21 9 22 0 27 9 13 0 24 9 25 0 29 9 Based on NIH WHO guidelines for BMI Based on Gallagher et al American Journal of Clinical Nutrition Vol 72 Sept 2000 sanati BMI Classification Bar BMI Designation by the WHO IRE ERES BMI Rating Less than 18 5 Underweight s j ENS 18 5 or more and less than 25 Normal 25 or more and less than 30 Overweight 30 or more Obese ONS oog NOW RON Bow MyM NN ooo woo ou ooo ie ti in ek io oa abre DS o o The above index refers to the values for obesity judgment proposed by WHO the World Health Organization KNOW YOUR UNIT Measurement Platform Electrodes be KS did Heel Electrodes Electrodes Power Switch Heel Electrodes USER Button GUEST MEMORY ES Button Battery C ti t SB ses ompartmen Y DOWN Button A UP Button SET Button Display Mode Indicator Weight Body Fat Percentage BMI 2 lo Measurement Results f M I i i Ib A V Qo GUEST Indicator m Age Indicator No ff GUEST 9 acci aO ee Personal Profile Number Y 1 I m r eight Indicator 41 ed H I Low Battery Indicator Gender Indicator Measurement Progress Body fat percentage and BMI Classification Bar Four AA Batteries Instruction Manual BATTERY INSTALLATION 1 Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit 2 Press the tab in the di
4. The value changes in increments of 1 year Press and hold the button to advance at a faster speed 2 Press the SET button The age is set The gender symbols blink on the display SETTING THE GENDER Set the gender to MALE OR i FEMALE 1 Press the A UP button or V DOWN button to change the gender 2 Press the SET button The gender is set The default value 5 3 for height blinks on the display SETTING THE HEIGHT Set the height between 3 4 and 6 6 3 4 1 Press the A UP button or VW DOWN button to change the height The value changes in increments of 1 4 Press and hold the button to advance at a faster speed 2 Press the SET button The height is set USER Personal Data entered with a Personal Profile Number is stored in the memory GUEST Personal Data is not stored in the memory after the measurement results appear on the display The age gender and height appear on the display The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 Ib symbol You can take a measurement using this Personal Profile Number CHANGING PERSONAL DATA CHANGING PERSONAL PROFILES If personal data changes the information stored in the Personal Profile Number for the age gender or height setting must be changed 1 Turn the monitor ON Press the Power Switch The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 Ib N Press the USE
5. your personal data Change the settings if needed Retake the measurement If this error occurs again and the settings are correct measurements cannot be taken The unit is not set up correctly Remove the batteries Wait one minute Reinstall the batteries Refer to Battery Installation on page 9 Press the power switch and turn the monitor on Retake the measurement You stepped onto the measurement platform before 0 0 Ib was displayed Wait until 0 0 Ib is displayed before stepping onto the measurement platform The unit was moved before 0 0 Ib was displayed Do not move the unit until 0 0 Ib is displayed Movement during measurement Do not move until measurement is complete This unit can only be used by people weighing less than 330 lbs 16 This unit can only be used by people weighing less than 330 Ib TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION Low Battery Indicator Check the battery installation for proper No power placement of the battery polarities No display appears on the unit Replace all four worn batteries The weight value is displayed abnormally Place the monitor on a hard level floor low or high Refer to When to avoid taking a measurement on page 13 and Recommended Measurement Times on page 6 The FAT value is displayed abnormally low or high Remove the batteries Wait one minute Other conditions Reinstall the b
6. OMRON Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale Model HBF 400 TABLE OF CONTENTS Before Using the Monitor Introduction Important Safety Notes Useful Information What is Body Fat Percentage Principles of Body Fat Percentage Calculation Recommended Measurement Times How to Interpret the Calculated Results Operating Instructions Know Your Unit Battery Installation Setting Personal Data Changing Personal Data How to Take a Measurement Care and Maintenance Error Indicators Troubleshooting Tips Care and Maintenance Quick Reference Guide FCC Statement Warranty Information Specifications Track Your Progress Notes N Oo wT Ui 10 12 13 16 17 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the OMRON HBF 400 Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale Fillin for future reference DATE PURCHASED SERIAL NUMBER Staple your purchase receipt here The Fat Loss Monitor with Scale is easy to understand The monitor displays the calculated value of body fat percentage using the BI Bioelectrical Impedance Method and indicates the BMI Body Mass Index in four ranges Set your personal data Push the power switch on select your personal ID number and step onto the measurement platform Your calculated body fat percentage and body mass index is displayed in an easy to see screen The personal memory function stores up to four personal profiles The memory function stores the results of the last measurement taken for each
7. R button Select the Personal Profile Number you want to change W Press the SET button The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 1b A Press the SET button again The current value set for the age setting blinks on the display Un Adjust the settings you need to change Press the amp UP button or W DOWN button to adjust the setting Then press the SET button NOTE If no change is needed press the SET button to proceed to the next setting The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 Ib symbol You can take a measurement All the personal data stored in a Personal Profile Number can be deleted NOTE When you delete the personal data the results of the previous measurement stored in the memory for this Personal Profile Number will also be deleted Turn the monitor ON Press the Power Switch The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 1b Press the USER button Select the Personal Profile Number you want to change N 3 Press the SET button The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 1b 4 Press the SET button again The current value set for the age setting blinks on the display 5 Press the GUEST MEMORY button for two seconds The personal data is deleted from the memory The Clr symbol appears on the display followed by the Profile Number and the symbols for gender age and height as illustrated below NN SN N 1 n Lr 4
8. affect the reading Cause of Fluctuations Examples of Fluctuation Water and food intake 1 to 2 hours after breakfast lunch or dinner After taking a bath or shower immediately after Changes in blood circulation exercising in extreme environments warm or cold during illness or extreme fatigue Principles of Body Fat Percentage Calculation The OMRON Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale estimates the body fat percentage by the Bioelectrical Impedance BI method What is the Bioelectrical Impedance Method Muscles blood vessels and bones are body tissues having a high water content that conduct electricity easily Body fat is tissue that has little electrical conductivity The Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale sends an extremely weak electrical current of 50 kHz and less than 500 uA through your body to determine the amount of fat tissue This weak electrical current is not felt while operating the Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale Correct posture and consistent measuring conditions need to be maintained for the best results How to estimate the body fat percentage DXA Dual Energy X Ray Absorptiometry has been the established method for accurate evaluation of body composition OMRON has used research information from several hundred people using the DXA method to develop the formula by which the Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale works The body fat mass and body fat percentage is calculated by a formula that includes five factors electrical resi
9. are clean and dry Position your feet on the electrodes as shown in the illustration to the right Make sure each of your heels is positioned on a heel electrode Stand with your weight evenly distributed on the measurement platform Remain still and do not move until the measurement is complete Your weight will appear then blink on the display The indicators in the measurement progress bar at the bottom of the display will begin to appear from left to right When the measurement is completed your weight is displayed again 4 Step off the Measurement Platform The measurement results are automatically displayed repeatedly in the following order WEIGHT c FAT amp BMI Display Weight 0 0 Ib to 330 0 Ibs in 0 2Ib increments Body fat percentage 5 0 to 60 0 in 0 1 increments BMI 7 0 to 90 0 in 0 1 increments BMI Classification Body Fat Percentage Classification NOTE Although the age range can be set between 10 and 80 years the FAT classification will only display if the age is set between 20 and 79 years HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT Viewing Measurement Results You can press the A UP button to advance to the next measurement result at any time while the results are automatically displayed Press the GUEST MEMORY button to view the previous measurement The M indicator appears on the display Press the cP ER h GUEST MEMORY again to return to the current measurement results EA E aN 5 Tu
10. atteries Refer to Battery Installation on page 9 CARE AND MAINTENANCE To keep your Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale in the best condition and protect the unit from damage follow the directions below Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth Avoid using any abrasive or volatile cleaners The unit is not waterproof do not immerse the unit in water Store the unit in a safe and dry location Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight extreme hot or cold temperatures or humidity Thoroughly dry any moisture off the unit before storing Store the unit safely out of the reach of children Do not subject the unit to strong shocks such as dropping the unit on the floor Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or longer Use the unit consistent with the instruction provided in this manual 17 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Read all of the information in the instruction manual for the HBF 400 Fat Loss Monitor with Scale before using the QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE WARNING This monitor cannot be used with a cardiac pacemaker or other implanted medical devices The Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale passes an extremely weak electrical current of 50kHz and less than 500 pA through your body when taking a measurement to determine the amount of fat tissue This weak electrical current is not felt while using the monitor Do not use or allow others to use this monitor if fitted with a cardiac pacemaker or other medical de
11. ble for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment WARRANTY INFORMATION Limited Warranty Your HBF 400 Fat Loss Monitor with Scale excluding the batteries is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within 1 year from the date of purchase when used in accordance with the instructions provided with the unit The above warranties extend only to the original retail purchaser We will at our option repair or replace without charge any monitor covered by the above warranties Repair or replacement is our only responsibility and your only remedy under the above warranties To obtain warranty service contact Omron Healthcare s Customer Service by calling 1 800 634 4350 for the address of the repair location and the return shipping and handling fee Information for warranty service is available on our website at www omronhealthcare com Enclose the Proof of Purchase Include a letter with your name address phone number and description of the specific problem Pack the product carefully to prevent damage in transit Because of possible loss in transit we recommend insuring the product with return receipt requested ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WRITTEN WARRANTY ABOVE Some provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implie
12. d warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you OMRON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF USE OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT COSTS EXPENSES OR DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE Visit our web site at www omronhealthcare com Call toll free 1 800 634 4350 20 SPECIFICATIONS Model OMRON Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale HBF 400 Display Weight display 0 0 Ib to 330 0 Ibs with 0 2 Ib increment Body fat percentage 5 0 to 60 0 with 0 1 increment BMI 7 0 to 90 0 with 0 1 increment Body fat percentage BMI classification Low 0 Normal High Very High with 12 levels of Bar display The age range for the body fat percentage classification is 20 to 79 years old Set Ranges Height 34 to 6 6 3 4 Age 10 to 80 years old Gender Male Female Power Supply 4 AA batteries Battery Life Approximately 1 year when used four times a day Operating Temperature and Humidity 50 F to 104 F 30 to 85 RH Storage Temperature and Humidity 4 F to 140 F 10 to 95 RH External Dimensions Approximately 12 1 4 w x 11 7 8 d x 2 1 4 h Weight Approximately 4 5 8 Ib includi
13. dential installation The product generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If the product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the product on and off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease the separation between the product and the receiver Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help POTENTIAL FOR RADIO TELEVISION INTERFERENCE for Canada only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of the Canadian Department of Communications Cet appareil num rique respecte les limites de bruits radioel ctriques applicables aux appareils num riques de Clase B prescrites dans la norme sur le materiel brouilleur Appareils Num riques ICES 003 dict e par le minister des communications Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi
14. f you do not want your personal data stored in the memory When you select the GUEST mode you will need to enter your personal data before taking each measurement NOTE The unit will automatically turn off after five minutes 1f no button is pressed 1 Turn the monitor ON Press the Power Switch The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 Ib symbol as illustrated below NOTE Wait for the 0 0 Ib symbol to appear before proceeding 2 Select USER or GUEST as your personal data option A USER with Personal Profile Number Press the USER button The Personal Profile Number changes each time you press the USER button as follows No 3 No 3 4M i gt L l 31 ES Select the Personal Profile Number for your data NOTE 1 If no information has been entered for the Personal Profile Number you selected the number and the symbols for gender age and height blink on the display 2 If personal data has been entered for the number the Personal Profile Number blinks on the display Press the SET button The default value 40 for age blinks on the display B GUEST Press the GUEST MEMORY button The GUEST indicator appears Press the SET button The default value 40 for age blinks on the display NN SETTING PERSONAL DATA 3 Enter your Personal Data SETTING THE AGE Set the age between 10 and 80 1 Press the A UP button or V DOWN button to change the age
15. itor on and select your Personal Profile Number again Press the SET button The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 Ib symbol NOTE Wait for the 0 0 Ib symbol to appear before proceeding B GUEST Press the GUEST MEMORY button Enter your personal data F_N NOTE Refer to page 9 for Setting Personal Data 00 Press the SET button The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 Ib symbol NOTE Wait for the 0 0 Ib symbol to appear before proceeding CC o 13 HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT NOTE If the soles of your feet are too dry the temperature of your feet or the electrodes are extreme cold it will not be possible to obtain stable measurements These conditions may cause an error indicator to display or inaccurate results Be aware of these conditions during colder months when the air is dry and or the temperature is low Condition Action Slightly moisten the soles of your feet with Feet t A catara Toody a wet towel before taking a measurement When you step onto the electrodes the Leave the unit in a warm room for approximately electrodes feel too cold 10 minutes to allow the electrodes to warm up Your body and feet are cold due to poor Immerse your feet in warm water or stay in blood circulation a warm room to allow your feet to warm up 3 Step onto the Measurement Platform Make sure you are barefoot and the soles of your feet
16. ng batteries Components Main Unit 4 AA Batteries Instruction Manual UPC Code 0 73796 82640 6 NOTE Specifications may be changed without prior notice 21 TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Date Time Weight Body Fat BMI Distributed by OMRON HEALTHCARE INC 1200 Lakeside Drive Bannockburn Illinois 60015 www omronhealthcare com Made in China 2006 Omron Healthcare Inc HBF 400INST Rev 9042754 1
17. personal ID number Your HBF 400 comes with the following components e Main Unit Instruction Manual e 4 AA Batteries Read all the information in the instruction book before using the unit WARNING This monitor cannot be used with a cardiac pacemaker or other implanted medical devices The Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale passes an extremely weak electrical current of 50kHz and less than 500 pA through your body when taking a measurement to determine the amount of fat tissue This weak electrical current is not felt while using the monitor Do not use or allow others to use this monitor if fitted with a cardiac pacemaker or other medical device SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES To assure the correct use of this product basic safety measures should always be followed including the precautions listed below M Read all information in the instruction book and any other literature included in the box before using the unit M Consult your physician or healthcare provider before beginning a weight reduction or exercise program M Consult your physician before using this monitor when pregnant M Do not step on the edge of the measurement platform or jump on the measurement platform M Do not step on the measurement platform when your body or feet are wet for example after taking a bath or shower M Do not use the unit on slippery surfaces such as tile floors or wet floors M Should battery fl
18. rection of the arrow at the top of the battery compartment and remove the battery cover 3 Install 4 AA size batteries so the positive and negative polarities match the polarities of the battery compartment as indicated 4 Replace the battery cover BATTERY REPLACEMENT Measurement values and Personal ID s are stored in the memory during battery replacement DX Low Battery Indicator When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display screen remove all four worn batteries Replace with four new batteries at the same time NOTE New batteries will last for approximately one year if the unit is used four or less than four times per day Trial batteries supplied with the unit may have a shorter life Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a period of three months or longer before placing the device in storage Dispose of used batteries according to applicable local regulations CAUTION Should battery fluid leak and contact your eyes or skin immediately rinse with plenty of clean water Immediately contact your physician SETTING PERSONAL DATA The Fat Loss Monitor with Scale provides two options to enter your personal data Select USER and a Personal Profile Number to save your personal data The monitor will store 4 personal profiles in the memory Select a number 1 through 4 Use this number to enter your personal data and when taking a measurement Select GUEST MEMORY i
19. rn the monitor off Press the Power Switch Measuring Weight Only 1 Turn the monitor ON Press the Power Switch The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0 0 Ib symbol as illustrated below NOTE Wait for the 0 0 lb symbol to appear before proceeding Your feet 2 Step onto the Measurement Platform Stand with your weight evenly distributed on the measurement platform Remain still and do not move until the measurement is complete 3 Step off the Measurement Platform 4 Turn the monitor off Press the Power Switch NOTE The monitor will automatically turn off after 5 minutes ERROR INDICATORS ERROR DISPLAY CAUSE CORRECTION Your toes and heels are not positioned over the electrodes correctly Make sure you are barefoot and the soles of your feet are clean and dry Make sure your feet are correctly positioned on the measurement platform Read How to Take a Measurement on page 14 The measurement position was not stable or your feet were not placed correctly Feet are too dry The body fat percentage or BMI values are outside the measurement range Remain still and do not move until the measurement is complete Read How to Take a Measurement on page 14 Slightly moisten the soles of your feet with a damp towel and retake the measurement Refer to the Conditions and Actions Table on Page 14 Check the settings entered for
20. stance height weight age and gender What is the DXA method The DXA method uses two different frequency X Rays and rates of absorption of the body and determines the value based on the difference between the two OMRON has collected information on people from 10 to 80 years of age using this method 5 USEFUL INFORMATION The reason calculated results may differ from actual body fat percentage There are certain conditions such as with dialysis patients when significant differences may occur between the estimated and actual body fat values These differences may be related to changing ratios of body fluid and or body composition NOTE The body fat percentage measured by this unit may significantly differ from the actual body fat percentage in the following situations Children in growth stage Elderly people People with a fever Body builders or highly trained athletes Patients undergoing dialysis Patients with osteoporosis who have very low bone density Women who are pregnant Post menopausal women People having swelling Recommended Measurement Times Understanding the normal changes in your body fat percentage can help you in preventing or reducing obesity Being aware of the times when the body fat percentages shift within your own daily schedule will assist you in obtaining an accurate trending of your body fat It is recommended to use this unit in the same environment and daily circumstances See chart
21. uid leak and contact your eyes or skin immediately rinse with plenty of clean water Immediately contact your physician Mi Persons with disabilities or physically frail should be assisted by another person when using this monitor M Operate the unit only as intended Do not use for any other purpose M This unit is intended for home use only It is not intended for professional use in hospitals or other medical facilities This unit does not support the standards required for professional use M Properly dispose of batteries according to applicable local regulations M Do not disassemble or modify the unit Changes or modifications not approved by Omron Healthcare will void the user warranty USEFUL INFORMATION What is Body Fat Percentage Body fat percentage refers to the amount of body fat mass in regards to the total body weight described in a percentage This OMRON Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale will provide your specific body fat percentage and body weight It is also an excellent tool to Body Fat free mass B estimate your body fat percentage and measure body weight on Weight Ses a continuous schedule Body fat percentage Body fat mass Muscles pound Body weight pound x 100 Water Body fat readings may be affected by the change of water content in the body A person s hydration level and blood circulation may have an effect on their body fat reading In the table below are some situations which could
22. vice 1 Turn the monitor ON 2 Select one of the following personal data options Press the USER button Select your Personal Profile Number Press the GUEST MEMORY button Enter your Personal Data Refer to page 10 Setting Personal Data 3 Press the SET button t NOTE Wait for the 0 0 Ib symbol to appear before proceeding XN 4 Step onto the Measurement Platform Make sure you are barefoot and the soles of your feet are clean and dry Position your feet on the electrodes as shown in the illustration below Make sure each of your heels is positioned on a heel electrode Remain still and do not move until the measurement is complete Heel Electrodes Your weight will appear then blink on the display The indicators in the measurement progress bar at the bottom of the display will begin to appear from left to right When the measurement is completed your weight is displayed again 5 Step off the measurement Platform The measurement results are automatically displayed repeatedly in the following order WEIGHT gt FAT amp BMI 6 Turn the monitor off FCC STATEMENT NOTE POTENTIAL FOR RADIO TELEVISION INTERFERENCE for U S A only This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi
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