Contents 02 Contents 03 Welcome! 04 Safety Instructions 06 Package Contents 07 Notes on Measurements 11 Getting Started 12 Measuring Weight 14 Saving Personal Data 16 Measuring Body Fat, Water and Muscle Mass 17 Errors 18 Technical Data 19 Cleaning 19 Disposal Helpline No. UK/ North Ireland 0870 727 0370 Rep. Ireland 1-800-992 508 Web Support www.medion.co.
Welcome! 2 Congratulations on choosing to buy a Health+® product. By doing so you now have the assurance and peace of mind that comes with purchasing a product made by one of Europe’s leading manufacturers. All products brought to you by Health+® are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety, and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 3 Year Warranty. We hope you will enjoy your purchase for many years to come. Helpline No.
Safety Instructions 3 Please read these instructions carefully before using the device and note the warnings in the operating instructions. Always keep the operating instructions close to hand. If you sell the device or give it away, please ensure that you also pass on these instructions. Keep battery operated equipment out of reach of children The device is battery-operated. Batteries may endanger life if swallowed. Therefore, you should keep the device out of reach of children.
• Immediately remove leaking batteries from the device. Clean the contacts before inserting new batteries. There is a risk of corrosion due to battery acid! Measuring body fat The following people should not use the body fat and water measurement: • Pregnant women • Those who have pacemakers fitted • Those who are suffering from fever • People with swollen legs or oedema • People who are heavily hydrated or dehydrated • Body fat measurement is not to be used for children under six.
Package Contents 4 Remove all packaging materials. Caution: Keep the plastic packaging out of reach of babies and children as it can cause suffocation. Unpack the unit and ensure that the following parts are included: • Body fat scale • 4x batteries 1.5V (LR03) Helpline No. UK/ North Ireland 0870 727 0370 Rep. Ireland 1-800-992 508 Web Support www.medion.co.
5 Notes on Measurements The body fat scales display the ratio of muscle, body fat and water to total body weight. The standing area of the scales has electrodes which measure body fat by means of the body’s electric resistance. Lean body tissue has a lower resistance than fatty body tissue. The integrated computer relates the body fat measured to the person’s body height, age, sex and total weight. This results in the body fat value. Body fat Too much body fat is unhealthy.
Percentage ratio of body fat to total weight FEMALE Age Low fat level Normal fat level High fat level 6-12 13-19 20-39 40-59 60-79 Athlete 7-19 20-31 21-32 23-34 25-36 12-25 19-25 31-37 32-38 34-40 36-42 <7 < 20 < 21 < 23 < 25 Very high fat level > 25 > 37 > 38 > 40 > 42 MALE Age 6-12 13-19 20-39 40-59 60-79 Athlete Low fat level Normal fat level High fat level <7 <8 <9 < 11 < 13 7-18 8-19 9-20 11-22 13-24 3-15 18-25 19-25 20-26 22-28 24-30 Very high fat level > 25 > 25 > 26 > 28 > 30 Body
Muscle mass The muscle mass is the body’s motor. The largest share of the energy we use is consumed by muscles. The muscles ensure that the body temperature is maintained and are the basis of our physical performance. Checking the muscle mass is particularly important for people with weight or fat problems. As the body needs muscles to remove excess energy reserves or fat deposits, weight reduction can only be successful in the long term if muscles are built up at the same time.
Reasons for inaccurate measurement results The analysis is based on measuring electrical body resistance. Eating and drinking habits over the day and your personal lifestyle affect the level of water. This is noticeable from variations in the indications. In order to achieve an analysis result that is as precise and repeatable as possible ensure that the measurement conditions are the same as this is the only way to observe changes over a longer period of time.
Getting Started 6 The scales are supplied with four 1.5V batteries, “AAA” (LR03) size. • Open the battery compartment cover under the device to insert or exchange the batteries. • Insert the batteries (ensuring that they face in the correct direction). If the screen shows “Lo” or the display’s intensity falls the batteries must be replaced. • Only insert new batteries and always exchange the complete set of batteries. • Do not expose a device containing batteries to direct heat or sunlight.
Measuring Weight 7 The scales switch on automatically to simply give a weight measurement. • Stand on the scales. • The scales switch on automatically and measures your weight. • The weight is displayed for around 5 seconds. • The scales switch themselves off again automatically. Selecting the weight unit You can change the weight unit for only one measurement or permanently.
The display now switches to the weight unit. • Use the or buttons to select your weight unit (kg, lb or st) and confirm by pressing SET. A beep sounds. The scales display the data that has been entered. • Press and at the same time. The display now switches to the memory preset number. • Use the or buttons to select the desired memory preset number. • If the selected memory space is already in use the display shows “HAVE“. You can replace the chosen preset number or choose another one.
Saving Personal Data 8 The scales interpret your body fat, water and muscle values on the basis of your personal data. Therefore you have to enter your personal data before measuring your muscle mass, body fat and water. Twelve memory spaces are provided for this. The personal data is: height, age, sex, body structure and weight unit. Entering personal data Press the ON/OFF button. The body height flashes on the display. • Use the to buttons to select the height in cm and confirm by pressing SET.
The display now switches to the weight unit. • Use the or buttons to select your weight unit (kg, lb, st) and confirm by pressing SET. A beep sounds. The scales display the data that has been entered. • Press and at the same time. The display now switches to the memory preset number. • Use the or buttons to select the desired memory preset number. • If the selected memory space is already in use the display shows „HAVE“. You can replace the chosen preset number or choose another one.
Measuring Body Fat, Water and Muscle Mass 9 Important notes on correct measurement To measure muscle mass, body fat and water you have to stand barefoot on the measuring points on the scales where the electrodes are located. Your feet must be dry and not moisturised. Stand on the scales with straight legs and without bending your knees; ensure that your knees do not touch each other. Carrying out measurements • Press the ON/OFF button. The most recently entered option flashes on the screen.
10 Errors Display Error message Initialisation errors. Carry out the measurement again to achieve a proper result. Incorrect use or unstable base. Take the measurement again. Overloading Remove the weight from the scales immediately otherwise lasting damage may occur. The measurable electricity is beyond the measurement range. Clean the soles of your feet with a dry cloth and carry out the measurement again. The body fat level is outside the measurable range.
11 Technical Data Power supply: Max. weight: Measurable fat level: Measurable water level: Measurable muscle mass level: Age range: Size range: Operational temperature: 4 x 1.5V LR03/R03 “AAA” batteries 180 kg/396 lb 3–50% 25–75% 25–75% 6–100 years 80–220 cm 10–35 °C Subject to technical changes. Helpline No. UK/ North Ireland 0870 727 0370 Rep. Ireland 1-800-992 508 Web Support www.medion.co.
Cleaning 12 In order to clean the scale wipe it with a suitable cloth, for example a fine, leather, microfibre or dust cloth. You can remove fingerprints and dust with careful wiping movements. Do not expose the appliances to moisture. Never treat the surfaces with hard brushes, aggressive or corrosive liquids, strong cleaning materials or solvents such as paint thinners, oils, acids or similar. Disposal 13 Packaging The scale is packaged to protect it from transportation damage.
