INSTRUCTION MANUAL BODY FAT ANALYZER Model HBF-306 Table of Contents Notes on Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Features of the Product . . . . . . . 4 Names and Functions of the Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 How to Insert and Replace the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 How to Measure . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Set the Personal Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Start the Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 How to Interpret the Measured Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Notes on Safety Please read this section carefully before using the unit. Notes on Safety • The warning signs and the sample icons shown here are listed in order for you to use this product safely and correctly as well as to prevent risk and injury to you and others. • The icons and meanings are as follows: Indicates matters in which an imminent risk of death or serious injury may arise as a result of incorrect handling.
Notes on Safety Do not disassemble this unit. You may be injured or damage the unit. General Advice Do not use this unit when your body and/or fingers are wet, such as after taking a bath. Do not place this unit in a highly humid environment, where water may splash, in direct sunshine, in a place where the air from air conditioning hits directly, or near fire. Do not wash this unit with water. As this unit is a precision instrument, do not drop, vibrate, or apply strong shock.
Features of the Product Easy-to-Understand Display Features of the Product The unit displays the measured value of body fat percentage by the BI method and indicates the body mass in four ranges of LOW, NORMAL, HIGH, and VERY HIGH according to the BMI value.
Names and Functions of the Parts Main unit Grip electrodes Extremely weak electrical current is sent from here during the measurement. Display Displays the set values and the measured results. Grip electrodes Names and Functions of the Parts On/Off button Turns the power on and off. Set button Sets the personal number and the personal data. Battery cover Start button Press the button and the measurement starts.
Names and Functions of the Parts Display Height / weight / age mode Athletic level Ready to measure Body fat percentage / height / weight / age Names and Functions of the Parts Starting to measure Gender Personal No. GUEST BMI Measurement progress / BMI classification bar Low battery indicator (When this symbol flashes, replace the batteries.) How to change the unit to metric mode: 1. Simultaneously push the On/Off, the Start, and the Up buttons.
How to Insert and Replace the Batteries How to Insert the Batteries 1. While pressing the mark on the battery cover on the back of the unit with your finger, slide off the cover in the direction of the arrow. 3. Slide and securely close the battery cover. Battery life and replacement When the battery replacement symbol flashes, replace both batteries with new ones. • Replace the batteries after turning off the power.
How to Measure: Set the Personal Data 1. Turn on the power. Push the On/Off button. All displays turn on. sh Pu How to Measure 2. Set the personal data. If you don’t want to set personal data for each measurement: Select the guest. 1) The display GUEST flashes. Push the Set button. The display GUEST changes to NORMAL / ATHLETE selection mode. 2) Set the personal data (Refer to "Setting of personal data"). When you want to set the personal number and store the personal data: Select the personal number.
How to Measure Setting of personal data How to select NORMAL / ATHLETE mode 1) Each time you push the Up / Down button, the display of NORMAL / ATHLETE flashes. 2) Push the Set button to select NORMAL or ATHLETE. Pu sh Should I use Normal or Athlete mode? NORMAL / ATHLETE selection Calculate your FIT index by using the formula below. Use Athletic mode if your FIT index is over 60 or more otherwise select Normal mode.
How to Measure Intensity 4 How to Measure Time 4 3 2 1 Conditioning Exercise Cycling - < 12 mph pace Weightlifting - moderate effort Stationary cycling - light effort Rowing - light effort Calisthenics Stretching / Yoga Rowing machines - light effort Water aerobics or water exercise Aerobic dancing - low impact Jogging - < 5.0 mph Walking - > 2.
How to Measure Setting of age (Setting range: NORMAL, 10 to 80 / ATHLETE, 18 to 60 years old) 1) Confirm the age setting screen.The age value 40 flashes and the age is indicated. 2) Push the Up / Down button to change the age. The age values change by 1 year. By holding the button for more than 1 second, the age values change at high speed. 3) Push the Set button to set the age value. The display changes to the gender setting screen. All the set items are fixed and stored. “Ready” is displayed.
How to Measure: Start the Measurement 3. Start the measurement. When the values are set to height of 6' 3 1/4, weight of 149 lbs., age 37 years old, and gender male: 1) Stand with both feet slightly apart. How to Measure 2) Hold the grip electrodes. Wrap your middle finger around the groove of the handle. Place the palm of your hand on the top and the bottom electrodes. Put your thumbs up, resting on top of the unit. 3) Hold your arms straight out, at a 90 degree angle to your body.
How to Measure 6) Hold the electrodes with both hands. The unit automatically detects that it is held and starts measurement. The display flashes one by one and moves to the right end. The BMI judgment bar turns on immediately after the body fat percentage and the BMI are displayed. (The bar at the right end flashes). You can start another measurement when the indicator turns on. How to Measure For how to interpret the measurement results in detail, please refer to the following page.
How to Measure: How to Interpret the Measured Results How to Interpret the Measured Results Body fat percentage Displays the body fat mass as the percentage of body weight. BMI classification Displays LOW, NORMAL, HIGH, or VERY HIGH. How to Measure BMI BMI is an internationally used index to show the body condition by checking the balance between the height and the weight.
How to Care for and Store the Unit Clean the main unit with a soft dry cloth. If the main unit is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth lightly dampened with water or detergent, then wipe it dry with a dry cloth. Be careful so that no water gets inside the main unit. Do not wipe the unit with benzene, gasoline, paint thinner, alcohol, or other volatile detergrents. Error display Cause What to do (the next button to push) Electrodes were not firmly grasped. Grasp the grips correctly and measure.
Troubleshooting Trouble When the On/Off button is pushed, nothing is displayed. What to inspect Are the batteries worn out? Is the direction of battery polarities correct? How to repair Replace both batteries with new ones. (Refer to Page 7.) Insert the batteries correctly. (Refer to Page 7.) The value of body fat percentage is displayed abnormally high (or low). Is the measurement posture correct? An error (E1 to E6) is displayed and the measurement is impossible.
What You Should Know When Using This Unit 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 Body Fat Analyzer will provide your specific body fat percentage and body mass. It is also an excellent tool to measure your body fat percentage and body mass on a continuous schedule. Fat mass Body Weight Fat-free mass • Bones • Blood • Muscles • Water Body fat percentage (%) = {Body fat mass (lbs.
What You Should Know When Using This Unit Principles of body fat percentage measurement The OMRON Body Fat Analyzer 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 electric conductivity.
What You Should Know When Using This Unit For the following cases, the body fat percentage measured by this unit may significantly differ from the actual body fat percentage.
For a Correct Measurement Body fat is 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 affect the reading.
For a Correct Measurement Please avoid measurement under the following conditions. If a measurement is made under the following physical conditions, the measured body fat percentage may differ significantly from the actual one because the water content in the body is changing.
For a Correct Measurement Recommended times for measurement 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.
Specifications Designation OMRON Body Fat Analyzer Model HBF-306 Display Body fat percentage (4.0 to 50.0%) BMI (7.0 to 90.0) BMI classifacation (4 levels) Set ranges Height: 3' 4" to 6' 6" (101 cm. to 198 cm.) Weight: 23 lbs. to 440 1/2 lbs. (10 kg. to 220 kg.) Age: NORMAL; 10 to 80 years old ATHLETE; 18 to 60 years old Gender: Male / Female Power supply 2 AAA batteries (R03). (You may use 2 AAA alkaline batteries (LR03).
Caution CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Omron Healthcare, Inc. will void the user’s warranty. 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.
Limited One Year Warranty Your HBF-306 Body Fat Analyzer is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of one year under normal use. This warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser. Should repair be needed within the warranty period, ship the unit prepaid with the proof of purchase date and $5.00 for return shipping and insurance to: Omron Healthcare, Inc. Attn: Service Dept.
For Customer Service Call Toll Free 1-800-634-4350 Distributed by: OMRON HEALTHCARE, INC. 300 Lakeview Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061 www.omronhealthcare.com Copyright © 2001 OMRON Healthcare, Inc.
