Owner's Manual

Please read all instructions to familiarize yourself with features and operations before
programming the scale.
Your Health o meter
®
body analyzer scale helps to provide you with a broader
picture of your health. In addition to estimating your body fat percentage,
hydration level, body mass index, and daily caloric intake, this scale also shows
you how your measurements compare to national averages. This unique feature
allows you to understand if your measurements are within a healthy range.
•The use of this scale is not recommended for persons with an electric implant
(heart pacemaker).
•The scale will not calculate body fat unless you have bare feet.
•For an accurate body fat estimate, do not bend your knees and keep your legs/
thighs apart and straight when standing on the scale.
•The body fat function is not recommended for use by pregnant women, persons
with fever, swollen legs or other edemas, as well as a person who is over hydrated
or dehydrated.
•Body fat percentages may be slightly higher or lower for children under 16, persons
with diabetes and other health conditions.
•Women naturally store approximately 5% more body fat than men.
BODY ANALYZER
SCALE
User’s Manual
Model BFM143-05
WELCOME!
Congratulations on your purchase of this Health o meter
®
wellness monitoring scale. It helps you monitor your weight,
body fat, body mass index (BMI), hydration and daily caloric
intake (DCI). It also tells you how your measurements compare
to the national average.
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IMPORTANT!
CAUTION!
KEYS AND ICONS
Scale Features
1. Measurement Indicators and
Scrolling Message (HEIGHT,
WEIGHT, HYDRATION, BODY
FAT, BMI, DCI)
2. Unit of Measure: Pounds (LB)
or Kilograms (KG)
3. Measurement Readout (Height,
Weight, Hydration Level, Body
Fat %, Body Mass Index, Daily
Caloric Intake)
4. DOWN Button ( )
5. SELECT Button
6. UP Button ( )
7. Measurement Buttons (USER
SELECTION, HYDRATION,
BODY FAT, BMI, DCI)
5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF
THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada,
Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions
(collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a period of five years from the date of purchase, this
product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, 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. If
the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or
greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical
or mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty. This warranty is valid
for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable.
Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance.
JCS dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to
alter, modify or in any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty. This warranty
does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent
use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating
instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS
service center. Further, the warranty does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes
and tornadoes.
What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any
express, implied or statutory warranty or condition. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable
law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is
limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. JCS disclaims all other warranties,
conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise. JCS shall not be liable for
any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use the
product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for
any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against purchaser by
any other party. Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from
province to province, state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
In the U.S.A: If you have any questions regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty
service, please call 1 800-672-5625 and a convenient service center address will be provided to
you.
In Canada: If you have any questions regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty
service, please call 1 800-667-8623 and a convenient service center address will be provided to
you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered
by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions,
located at 20 B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem or
claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF
THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE
© 2012 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions. All rights reserved.
Distributed by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida
33431. Printed in China.
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Your scale includes a daily caloric intake (DCI) feature. The DCI number is derived from
theinformationyouprogrammedonyouruserproleandyouractivitylevel.
If you have not set a goal weight, then the DCI number will represent the number of
calories required to maintain your current weight.
If you have set a goal weight, the DCI number will represent the suggested calories (500
calories per day which represent 3,500 calories per week, equivalent to 1 LB) needed to
increase or decrease your weight.
Recommended Body Fat Ranges and BMI
Gender
Low (-)
(BMI < 18.5)
Normal (0)
(BMI 18.5 - 24.9)
High (+)
(BMI 25.0 - 29.9)
Very High (+)
(BMI ≥ 30.0)
Age
20-39 21.0 - 32.9 33.0 - 38.9 ≥ 39.0
≥ 40.0
≥ 42.0
≥ 25.0
≥ 28.0
≥ 30.0
34.0 - 39.9
36.0 - 41.9
20.0 - 24.9
22.0 - 27.9
25.0 - 29.9
23.0 - 33.9
24.0 - 35.9
8.0 - 19.9
11.0 - 21.9
13.0 - 24.9
< 21.0
< 23.0
< 24.0
< 11.0
< 13.0
Based on NIH/WHO guidelines for BMI
Based on Gallagher et al., American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 72, Sept. 2000
To determine the percentage of body fat that is appropriate for your body, consult your physician.
< 8.0
40-59
60-79
20-39
40-59
60-79
Female
Male
DAILY CALORIC INTAKE (DCI) FEATURE
BODY FAT COMPOSITION RANGES
This process will erase ALL history for an individual user or for
ALL users including user proles and saved records.
1. While the scale is OFF, hold down the “SELECT”
button until the unit of measurement icon starts
blinking.
2. Press the “SELECT” button to acknowledge the
current unit of measurement (LB for pounds or
KG for Kilograms). Press the “SELECT” button to
acknowledge the current Date and Time set up.
3. To confirm your desire to reset, press the or
button to choose “YES” and press “SELECT”.
4. Press the or button to choose “1, 2, 3 or 4” if
you want to reset the data for an individual user, or
choose “ALL” if you want to reset the whole scale for
all users. Then press “SELECT” to confirm selection.
5. The horizontal bars " " will flash twice. All history
and profile are erased.
RESETTING THE SCALE
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POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
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.
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 the 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 or off, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures: a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; b) Increase the separation
between the product and the receiver; c) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
FCC STATEMENT
This unit includes four (4) AA batteries. When "LOW BATTERY" appears on the
display, replace all batteries.
Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not
mix alkaline, standard (Carbon-Zinc) or
rechargeable (Nickel-Cadmium) batteries.
Removing the batteries will not affect the
recorded data and user prole.
Battery Replacement
a) Locate the battery cover on the back of the scale.
Push the locking tab and pull the battery cover up.
b) Use the tip of a pen to loosen each battery. Hold the
scale at an angle to allow the batteries to slide out.
c) Insertfournewbatteries,pressingthemrmlyinto
each slot, following the (+)/(-) signs indicated on each
slot.
d) Replace the battery cover.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
BMI for Adults
For adults over 20 years old, BMI falls into one of the following:
Classication BMI(kg/m
2
)
Principal cut-off
points
Additional cut-off
points
Underweight <18.50 <18.50
Normal range 18.50 - 24.99 18.50 - 22.99
23.00 - 24.99
Overweight 25.00 - 29.99 25.00 - 27.49
27.50 - 29.99
Obese ≥30.00 ≥30.00
Source: Adapted from WHO, 1995, WHO, 2000 and WHO 2004 and Stanford Hospital and
Clinics 2009.
To determine the BMI that is appropriate for your body, consult your physician.
BMI Limitations
Because BMI does not show the difference between fat and muscle, it is not the only predictor of a weight
issue that could lead to health problems. For example, someone with a lot of muscle (such as a body builder)
may have a BMI in the unhealthy range, but still be healthy.
BMI also may not accurately reflect body fatness in people who are under 5 feet (1.5m) or in older people,
who tend to lose muscle mass as they age. But for most people, BMI is a reliable way to tell if your weight is
putting your health at risk.
6’3” Height 6’3”
(1.9m) (1.9m)
220 lbs
Weight 220 lbs
(100 kg) (100 kg)
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BMI 27
NOTE: The materials in this manual are not intended to replace advice from your doctor or
tnessprofessional.Pleaseconsultwithyourphysicianbeforebeginninganytness
program or fat or weight reduction program. Individual weight loss will vary. Jarden
Consumer Solutions takes no responsibility for individual results or any claim made
by a third party.
Body Mass Index (BMI) is one way to tell whether you are at a healthy weight. It
measures your weight in relation to your height, and is closely associated with measures
of body fat. The higher the BMI, the greater the risk of developing health problems.
BODY MASS INDEX (BMI)
1. While the scale is OFF, hold down the “SELECT” button until “SET UNIT”
appears and the unit of measurement icon starts blinking.
2. Press the or button to choose the desired unit of
measurement (LB for pounds or KG for Kilograms).
Press the “SELECT” button to confirm your selection.
NOTE: If you choose to see your weight in Kilograms, then
the scale will also change the measurement of height from
feet and inches to centimeters.
3. When “SET YEAR” is displayed, press the or
button to choose the Year. Press the “SELECT” button
to confirm your selection.
4. Follow similar steps to “SET MONTH”, “SET DAY” and
“SET CLOCK” (Hour/Minute) until date and time is set.
5. When “RESET?” is displayed, press the or button
to choose “NO” for first use.
6. Press the “SELECT” button to confirm your selection.
NOTE: If you want to reset the scale, refer to RESETTING
THE SCALE section.
A. WEIGHT ONLY
NOTE:Youdonotneedauserprolesetuptomeasureyourweightonly.
1. Placethescaleonaat
surface. A hard surface is best
for maximum accuracy.
2. Use the TAP ON (tap on
lower right hand corner, wait
for "0.0" and "STEP ON” )
or INSTANT ON (step onto
scale) features to activate
your scale. Refer to the line
art in the right hand column.
3. Step onto the scale and
position both feet so that your
weight is distributed evenly
over the platform. Stand still
while the scale calculates
your weight. The LCD will
beginashingforafew
seconds before displaying
your weight.
4. The scale will automatically
turn off after 10 seconds of
inactivity.
B. BODY ANALYZER FEATURE
The body analyzer feature allows you to select and clearly see the other health
related measurements that are important to you. This feature also shows you if your
measurement is healthy in comparison to the national average.
NOTE:Youwillneedtohaveyourproleinformationsetupinorderforthescaleto
measure your body fat, body mass index (BMI), hydration, and daily caloric intake
(DCI). Refer to FIRST TIME PROGRAMMING & SETTING YOUR USER PROFILE/
GOAL.
1. Press the “USER SELECTION” button, and use the or button to choose your
userproleandthenpressthe“SELECT”buttontoconrmselection.
2. Your height and then your last weight will be displayed if there is any previous
record.
3. Step on the scale with BARE FEET.
4. After your weight has been displayed step off the scale.
5. UseyourtoeoryourngertoselecttheotherMeasurementButtons
(HYDRATION, BODY FAT, BMI, DCI) your want to see.
6. The selected measurement and how it compares to the national average will be
displayed.
7. Useyourngerortoetoselectanothermeasurement.Otherwise,thescalewill
automatically turn off.
1. Press the “USER SELECTION” button and press the
or button to choose the desired user (1, 2, 3, 4). Then
press “SELECT” button until “D.O.B YEAR” (Date of
Birth) is displayed on the top bar of the display.
2. Press the or button to set the appropriate YEAR
of birth for the user, and press the “SELECT” button to
conrm.Followthesamestepstochooseandsetup
the appropriate “D.O.B MONTH” and “D.O.B DAY” for
the user.
3. When “HEIGHT” is displayed, press the or button
to set the appropriate HEIGHT (inch/feet or cm) and
press the “SELECT”buttontoconrm.
4. When “GENDER” is displayed and “F” icon starts
blinking, press the or button to select Female “F”
or Male “M”, and then press the “SELECT” button to
conrm.
5. When “GOAL” is displayed with “YES” blinking, press
the or button to select “YES” if you want to set a
goal, and then press the “SELECT”buttontoconrm.
NOTE: You can set a goal (by selecting “YES”) or just track
your weight (by selecting “NO”).
6. Press the or button to select your desired GOAL
weight, and press the “SELECT” button to store it. The
displaywillashyourgoalweight.
Yourproleandgoal(ifdesired)hasbeensavedandthescaleisreadyforuse.
USING YOUR BODY ANALYZER SCALE
SETTING YOUR USER PROFILE/GOAL
FIRST TIME PROGRAMMING & SETTING DATE
Tap ON Instant ON
If HYDRATION button is pressed If BODY FAT button is pressed
If DCI button is pressed
If BMI button is pressed
OR
OR
STEP ON STEP OFF
If Goal Weight is set
SELECT ANY MEASUREMENT BUTTON
1. Press the “USER SELECTION” button and use the or button to choose your
desireduserprole,thentheheightandthelastweight
of the selected user will be displayed. Press the
“SELECT”buttontoconrm.
2. Press the or button to review up to ten (10) saved
records per user.
NOTE: M1 is the oldest record. Once there are 10 records
saved, each new record will replace older records in
memory.
3. If you want to see the other health related
measurements for the selected memory record of the selected user, press the
other Measurement Buttons (HYDRATION, BODY FAT, BMI, DCI) after weight is
displayed.
NOTE: If you want to change the height or goal weight for an individual user, follow the
steps in the SETTING YOUR USER PROFILE/GOAL section.
REVIEWING SAVED RECORDS (HISTORY)
TVtechnicianforhelp.Changesormodicationsnotexpresslyapprovedbytheparty
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
If "E" appears on the display:
• Thescalecannotdetectastableweight.
Stand still while weighing.
• Theweighthasexceededthescale's
capacity (400 LB/181 KG).
• Thescalecannotmeasureotherhealth
measurement data.
• Ensurethatyouarestandingonthe
scale with bare feet.
NOTE: Display will turn off automatically in 10
seconds if no key is pressed.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Body hydration percentage indicates the amount of
uidsyouhaveinyourbody.Waterinyoursystem
is important because it regulates body temperature,
converts food into energy and protects vital organs.
Individuals with more body fat have proportionately
lesstotalbodywaterandaremoresusceptibletouid
imbalances that cause dehydration.
When tracking your body hydration level you should
consider the following:
1. Take your hydration measurements the same time
of day.
2. Monitor you readings to establish a personal body hydration range.
3. Do not drink any caffeinated or alcoholic drinks before taking a measurement.
4. Drink water if dehydration is detected.
Extracted from Dialysis & Transplantation, © 2001; Sports Nutrition For Young Adults:
Hydration; Crystal Springs: Hydration Information; The National Women’s Health
Information Center: 4woman.gov
Please consult with your physician to determine the appropriate hydration level for your body.
Periodically wipe the scale surface down with a DRY cloth to remove dust.
BODY HYDRATION
CARING FOR YOUR SCALE
IT IS NORMAL FOR YOUR WEIGHT TO VARY DURING THE DAY AND FROM ONE
DAY TO ANOTHER.
Weight exceeding the capacity (400 LB / 181 KG) may damage your
scale. Ensure there is no weight being applied to the scale while
not in use to prevent battery drainage. This product is designed for
personal use only. Not for commercial or industrial use. This unit is
not waterproof; avoid contact with excessive moisture.
Body hydration ranges, shown as a percentage
of your body weight
Age Female Male
Newborn 75% 80%
1-5 65% 65%
10-16 60% 60%
17-39 50% 60%
40-59 47% 55%
60+ 45% 50%
Body Hydration Levels
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