Healtho meter ® Model BFM950 Professional Body Fat Monitor and Scale User’s Manual PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE This manual contains important information about this product’s operation. If you have purchased this product for use by others you must leave this manual – or a copy – with the end user. Inside This Manual Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Cover Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Instructions for Weight Reading .
Introduction The US Surgeon General estimates that one-fourth of adult Americans are overweight. Obesity (having an abnormally high proportion of body fat) is a known risk factor for such health hazards as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke and some forms of cancer. In the U.S.
BODY FAT COMPOSITION RANGES MEN Age Excellent Good ≤19 12.0 12.1 to17.0 17.1 to 22.0 22.1 to 27.0 >27.1 20-29 13.0 13.1 to 18.0 18.1 to 23.0 23.1 to 28.0 >28.1 30-39 14.0 14.1 to 19.0 19.1 to 24.0 24.1 to 29.0 >29.1 40-49 15.0 15.1 to 20.0 20.1 to 25.0 25.1 to 30.0 >30.1 ≥50 16.0 16.1 to 21.5 21.1 to 26.0 26.1 to 31.0 >31.1 Moderate Overweight Obese WOMEN Age Excellent Good ≤19 17.0 17.1 to 22.0 12.1 to 27.0 27.1 to 32.0 >32.1 20-29 18.0 18.1 to 23.0 23.1 to 28.0 28.
Operating Instructions Scale Programming The Professional Body Fat Monitor and Scale can be programmed to calculate the body fat composition of up to two different users. A few steps must be followed to input the user’s height, age and gender. Once the information is configured, it will only need to be reentered if there is a change to the data. Unit of Measurement First, make sure the Professional Body Fat Monitor and Scale is in the “standby” mode. When it is in standby, the LCD display should be blank.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR WEIGHT READING: 1. Place the scale on a flat, level surface. A hard surface is best for maximum accuracy. Placing the scale on a soft, surface, such as a deep pile rug, may affect weighing accuracy. 2. Tap the scale on the lower left or right corner of the platform to activate. 3. 888.8 will flash on the display until 000.0 is displayed. 4. Step on the scale and stand still to weigh. 000.0 will blink until your correct weight is locked in and displayed. 5.
. "000" will blink and your weight will appear on the display for approximately 3 seconds. 7 "BF" will flash and your body fat % will appear on the display. 8. The scale will turn off automatically after a couple of seconds. NOTE: For accurate body fat measurement estimates always measure in bare feet. Educational Materials How Does My Professional Body Fat Monitor and Scale Work? Your new Professional Body Fat Monitor and Scale works on a principal called "BIA" or bioelectrical impedance analysis.
Monitoring Body Fat Promotes Healthy Weight Loss! Amy and Sue are both 5’4" and weigh 150 pounds. Each has a starting body fat % of 35.75%. To get fit, Amy cut calories and tried a "fat-free" diet. Sue reduced her calorie intake, but added regular aerobic exercise and strength training. At the end of eight weeks, each woman lost 15 pounds. What’s the difference? As you can see from the chart, Amy actually got "fatter," gaining body fat. Sue lost weight and decreased her body fat.
Aerobic Exercise or Cardiovascular Training raises your heart rate, strengthening your heart and lungs while you burn calories. Cardiovascular exercises include cycling, swimming, power walking or running, and aerobic classes. To be effective, you must reach and stay within your "target heart rate," defined as 50-70% of your maximum heart rate. To calculate your maximum heart rate, subtract your age from 220. To determine your target heart rate, multiply your maximum heart rate by 50-70%.
Monitor Your Body Fat You’ve already learned how important proper body fat levels are for total health and fitness. Now you’ll learn how to find your body fat baseline and get the maximum benefit from your Professional Body Fat Monitor and Scale. Every body is different, and ever-changing. It’s not uncommon for your weight to fluctuate by as much as three pounds throughout the day. While this is normal – usually associated with changes in hydration - it does change your body composition slightly.
Measuring estimated body fat and weight together gives you a more accurate picture of your total fitness. As part of a fitness plan, it helps you set more realistic goals, and better reflects a positive healthy change in your overall body composition. Unlike weight, body fat levels do not fluctuate in response to gains or losses of muscle or water content. Body fat isn’t always visible, and traditional scales can’t measure it. Is All Body Fat Bad? Everyone has some body fat.
Your Healthy Lifestyle Health and fitness isn’t just about counting calories or cutting fat. Getting in great shape and staying fit means eating right, exercising regularly, and monitoring your weight and body fat together. Eat Smart! Never say "diet!" Did you know you can actually get "fatter" by losing weight too quickly on crash diets? Why? Because radically reducing your calorie intake makes you lose muscle not fat. Instead think "smart choices.
Limited 5 Year Warranty DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO PLACE OF PURCHASE Sunbeam Products, Inc. ("Sunbeam") warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. Sunbeam, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component.
