Eat Smart ESBS-55 Instruction Manual Download Page 3

• This product is intended for adults ages 18 to 80.
• Make sure to use only the type of battery stated (see Section 

“OPERATION”).

• The “Athlete” mode is applicable only to people 18-80 years of age.
• Body fat percentage estimates will vary with the amount of water in 

the body, and can be affected by dehydration or over-hydration due 
to such factors as alcohol consumption, menstruation, illness, intense 

exercise, etc.

• Do not use on pregnant women. The result is inaccurate and effects 

on the fetus are unknown.

• For body fat, body water, bone mass and muscle mass estimates, 

always estimate in bare feet.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USERS

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

SET

 Button

POWER

 Button

 &   Buttons

LCD Readout

Platform with 

Electrodes

5

4

NOTES ON SAFET Y

Please read this section carefully to familiarize yourself with features and operations 
before using the unit.

• 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 product damage, risk and injury to you 
and others. 

• The icons and meanings are as follows:

      

PRECAUTION NOTICE

Indicates the right conditions to use the product and 
to prevent damage, risk and injury.

      

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USERS

Indicates important notices users should read 
before using the product.

      

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Indicates matters in which the possibility of damage 
may happen as a result of incorrect handling and 
improper maintenance.

INTENDED USE

This scale is intended to measure body weight and impedance and estimate percentage of body fat and 
body water, bone mass and muscle mass using BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis). It is intended for 
use by healthy adults with active, moderately active, to inactive lifestyles for body composition assessment 
in the home environment.

• Do not use the scale on people who have body implants such as a pacemaker, 

artificial limbs, contraceptive devices, or metal plates or screws. It may cause the 

device to malfunction or produce an inaccurate result. When in doubt, consult your 
physician.

• Do not disassemble the scale as incorrect handling may cause injury.
• Do not step on the scale when your body or feet are wet, especially after bathing or 

showering to prevent slipping.

PRECAUTION NOTICE

Summary of Contents for ESBS-55

Page 1: ...r Bone Mass Mineral Mass BMI and Cal Pal Calorie Estimation Model ESBS 55 EatSmart Products Seattle WA 98134 Call 866 843 3905 8am to 5pm MST eatsmartproducts com Connect with EatSmart EatSmart Products EatSmartScales EatSmart Products EatSmartScales www eatsmartproducts com www eatsmartblog com ...

Page 2: ...se fill out your purchase information for future reference Date Purchased ___________________ Place of Purchase __________________ Order ID if any __________________ If you have any questions please contact us eatsmartproducts com FCC INFORMATION Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment ...

Page 3: ...ury to you and others The icons and meanings are as follows PRECAUTION NOTICE Indicates the right conditions to use the product and to prevent damage risk and injury IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USERS Indicates important notices users should read before using the product CARE AND MAINTENANCE Indicates matters in which the possibility of damage may happen as a result of incorrect handling and improper maint...

Page 4: ...artment cover and screw s Always replace all batteries at the same time do not combine old and new batteries Do not mix Alkaline Carbon Zinc standard or Nickel Cadmium rechargeable batteries Remove the batteries if the scale will not be used for a long period of time OPERATION TIPS Replace batteries when Lo is displayed Direction of the 3 AAA batteries 2 Set units of measurements Your scale is set...

Page 5: ...nology but still needs to be auto calibrated after battery installation or after the scale is moved to ensure accuracy Firmly press the glass platform to activate the backlight but DO NOT stand on the platform Allow the scale to read 0 0 and wait for it to turn off Your scale is now calibrated and you can step on and weigh yourself normally Press on platform to turn on scale Weight Display IMPORTA...

Page 6: ...k Level 4 Very Active exercise sports 6 7 days a week Level 5 Extremely Active physically demanding exercise sports or athletic training Definition of an Athlete The general consensus among researchers is that a quantitative dimension could be used in defining an athlete For example an athlete could be defined as a person who consistently trains a minimum of three times per week for two hours each...

Page 7: ...will provide the best results Position your feet with maximum contact on the metal electrodes on the platform 1 Press the On Off button to turn the scale on A memory number P1 P8 blinks 2 Press the s or t buttons until your memory number appears Wait for the screen to show 0 0 3 When 0 0 appears on screen step on the scale with bare feet positioning your feet evenly on the scale platform with maxi...

Page 8: ... one user profile whose last weight reading is close to the person being weighed the scale will select that user s memory number automatically The body composition estimates will then display twice before the scale turns off 5 If there is more than one user profile whose weight is close to the person being weighed within 6 6 lbs both memory numbers will appear on the screen before the scale starts...

Page 9: ... batteries at the same time do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable ni cad ni mh etc batteries Remove the batteries if the scale is not used for a long period of time 9 Use the scale consistent with instructions provided in this manual How to Delete a User Profile In the event that two profiles conflict within 6 6 lbs of each other it is possible t...

Page 10: ... may help to improve the electrical contact 9 If after I tried the corrective actions above I still can t solve the problem If Error messages persist after following the corrective actions above remove and reinsert the batteries after 1 minute 10 I have tried all corrective actions but still can t solve the problem Please contact the Taylor Customer Service Department at 866 843 3905 11 Why do I g...

Page 11: ... is a component of many body fluids The amount of water in the body fluctuates with the hydration level of the body and state of health Monitoring the level of body water can be a useful tool for one s health maintenance Similar to body fat estimation the TBW function provided in this scale is based on BIA The estimated TBW may vary according to your hydration level that is how much water you have...

Page 12: ...ur skin The slightest contraction of one of these muscles changes your facial expression Skeletal muscle generates heat as a by product of muscle activity This heat is vital for maintaining your normal body temperature Skeletal muscle represents approximately 30 of body weight of a healthy 127 8 lb woman or 40 of a 154 3 lb man International Commission on Radiological Protection 1975 23 22 7 What ...

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