HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 1 Instruction Manual Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale Model HBF-400
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Before Using the Monitor Introduction __________________________________________________________________ 3 Important Safety Notes ________________________________________________________ 4 Useful Information What is Body Fat Percentage? ______________________________________________ 5 Principles of Body Fat Percentage Calculation __________________________________ 5 Recommended Measurement Times How to Interpret the Calculated Results ________________
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 3 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the OMRON® HBF-400 Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale. Fill in 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.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES To assure the correct use of this product basic safety measures should always be followed including the precautions listed below: þ Read all information in the instruction book and any other literature included in the box before using the unit. þ Consult your physician or healthcare provider before beginning a weight reduction or exercise program. þ Consult your physician before using this monitor when pregnant.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 5 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 estimate your body fat percentage and measure body weight on a continuous schedule.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 6 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.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 7 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 “–”, “0”, “+”, “++” 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.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 8 KNOW YOUR UNIT Main Unit Measurement Platform Electrodes Display Heel Electrodes Battery Cover Electrodes Power Switch Heel Electrodes USER Button GUEST/MEMORY Button DOWN Button Battery Compartment UP Button SET Button Display Display Mode Indicator Memory Indicator :Weight :Body Fat Percentage :BMI Measurement Results GUEST Indicator Age Indicator Personal Profile Number Height Indicator Low Battery Indicator Gender Indicator Measurement Progress / Bod
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 9 BATTERY INSTALLATION 1. Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit. 2. Press the tab in the direction 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.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 10 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 if you do not want your personal data stored in the memory.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 11 SETTING PERSONAL DATA 3. Enter your Personal Data. SETTING THE AGE Set the age between 10 and 80. 1) Press the UP button or DOWN button to change the age. 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 1) Press the UP button or change the gender. FEMALE.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 12 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 lb. 2. Press the USER button. Select the Personal Profile Number you want to change. 3. Press the SET button. The CAL symbol blinks on the display followed by the 0.0 lb. 4.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 13 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).
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 14 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 Feet are too dry.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 15 HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT Viewing Measurement Results You can press the 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 GUEST/MEMORY again to return to the current measurement results. 5. Turn the monitor off. Press the Power Switch. Measuring Weight Only 1. Turn the monitor ON.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 16 ERROR INDICATORS ERROR DISPLAY CAUSE CORRECTION Make sure you are barefoot and the Your toes and heels are not positioned over the electrodes correctly. 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. Remain still and do not move until the measurement is complete.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION Low Battery Indicator No power No display appears on the unit Check the battery installation for proper placement of the battery polarities. Replace all four worn batteries. The weight value is displayed abnormally low or high. Place the monitor on a hard, level floor. The % FAT value is displayed abnormally low or high.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 18 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 µA through your body when taking a measurement to determine the amount of fat tissue.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 19 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 residential installation.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 20 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.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 21 SPECIFICATIONS Model: OMRON Fat Loss MONITOR with Scale - HBF-400 Display: Weight display: 0.0 lb to 330.0 lbs. with 0.2 lb 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.
HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 22 TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Date Time Weight 22 Body Fat % BMI
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HBF-400-IM 2/20/06 5:50 PM Page 24 Distributed by: OMRON HEALTHCARE, INC. 1200 Lakeside Drive Bannockburn, Illinois 60015 www.omronhealthcare.com Made in China © 2006 Omron Healthcare, Inc.
