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OMRON HEALTHCARE, INC.

300 Lakeview Parkway
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
www.omronhealthcare.com

Copyright © 2001 OMRON Healthcare, Inc.

HBF-306INST Rev

Summary of Contents for HBF-306

Page 1: ...re reference BODY FAT ANALYZER 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 14 How to Care for and Store the Unit 15 Troubleshooting 16 What You Should Know When Using this Unit 17 For a Correct Measure...

Page 2: ...dicates prohibitions what you should not do Matters involving actual prohibitions are indicated by text or pictures in or near The icon to the left refers to prohibition to disassemble The icon indicates something that must be followed Matters involving actual compulsory actions are indicated by text or pictures in or near The icon to the left refers to general notice Material damage refers to a w...

Page 3: ...it 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 Do not use batteries not sp...

Page 4: ... can be selected for a more accurate measurement Measurement is fast and simple After inputting the data a measurement can be started by simply holding the grip electrodes and pressing the Start button The measured results are displayed approximately 7 seconds after the START symbol is displayed The measured results are shown in an easy to see display Body fat percentage and body mass index are sh...

Page 5: ...he power on and off Battery cover Set button Sets the personal number and the personal data Up Down button Sets the numerical values for personal information including height weight age and gender This button is also used to set the personal numbers from 1 to 9 Display Displays the set values and the measured results Start button Press the button and the measurement starts Grip electrodes ...

Page 6: ...and the Up buttons The power turns on and the bottom LCD should read USA If the LCD says guest turn the unit off and try again 2 Push the Set button and the LCD changes 3 Push and hold the Set button again for 3 4 seconds until the upper LCD changes to CAl At this time all personal data are deleted 4 Push the On Off button to turn off the power In this mode the power does not turn off automaticall...

Page 7: ...batteries after turning off the power Dispose of the used batteries according to the disposal method in the municipality where you live Battery life Two AAA batteries will last approximately 1 year when measurements are made twice a day Because the supplied batteries are for monitor use only they may have a shorter life As the batteries may leak and damage the main unit please note the following p...

Page 8: ... personal number and store the personal data Select the personal number 1 When Guest is flasing push the Up Down button and select a personal number from 1 to 9 2 Push the Set button The personal No turns on and changes to NORMAL ATHLETE selection mode 3 Set the personal data Refer to Setting of personal data When you have already set your personal No and stored your personal data Select your pers...

Page 9: ...or bodybuilding Rowing moderate to vigorous Stationary cycling moderate to vigorous effort Rowing machines moderate to vigorous effort Aerobic dancing high impact Step aerobics Running 5 0 mph Rope jumping Rollerblading roller skating Ski machine Stairstepping Sports Basketball competitive Boxing Football competitive Handball racquetball or squash Ice hockey Karate or kickboxing Rockclimbing Rugby...

Page 10: ...Confirm the height setting screen The height value 5 7 flashes The height is indicated 2 Push the Up Down button to set the height value The height value increases increments by 1 4 By pushing the button for more than 1 second the height values change at high speed 3 Push the Set button to set the height value The display changes to the weight setting screen Setting of weight Setting range 23 lb t...

Page 11: ... All the set items are fixed and stored Ready is displayed To change any values 1 Push the Set button to flash the personal data you want to change 2 Push the Up Down button to change the setting By pushing both the Up and Down buttons at the same time the current blinking display will reset to the initial value How to delete all 9 personal data values from the memory 1 Push the Up button and sele...

Page 12: ...part 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 Do not move during the measurement 4 Confirm the ready to measure display The indicator turns on 5 Push the Start button The display turn...

Page 13: ...tton to turn the power off If you do not push the On Off button the unit will turn off automatically in approximately three minutes after displaying the measurement results Measuring postures that should be avoided Measurement in the following positions may not provide accurate measurement How to hold the grips In the following cases the electric resistance may not be measured correctly Elbows are...

Page 14: ...an internationally used index to show the body condition by checking the balance between the height and the weight It is calculated by the following formula BMI Body Mass Index weight lbs x703 height in height in BMI in metric weight kg height m height m BMI BMI Designation by the WHO Less than 18 5 LOW Low 18 5 or more and less than 25 NORMAL Normal 25 or more and less than 30 HIGH Pre obese 30 o...

Page 15: ...t to do the next button to push Electrodes were not firmly grasped Grasp the grips correctly and measure Refer to Pages 12 and 13 Start button Measurement posture or grip was not stable Measure without moving your arms Refer to Pages 12 and 13 Start button Hands are dry Slightly moisten hands with a wet towel then measure Refer to Page 21 Start button The values of body fat percentage and BMI are ...

Page 16: ...Is the measurement posture correct Measure again in correct posture Refer to Pages 12 to 13 An error E1 to E6 is displayed and the measurement is impossible Please refer to Explanation of Error Displays Refer to Page 15 The measured values differ extremely for each measurement Please refer to For a Correct Measurement Refer to Pages 21 to 22 Other conditions Push the On Off button again and restar...

Page 17: ...s 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 Body fat percentage Body fat mass lbs Body weight lbs x 100 Ratio of the body constituents Normal Obese Water 50 60 Fat Male 10 20 Female 20 3...

Page 18: ...onsistent measuring conditions need to be maintained for the best results How to estimate the body fat percentage Hydrodensitometry or underwater weighing has been the established method for accurate evaluation of body composition Omron has used research information from several hundred people using the underwater weighing method to develop the formula by which the Body Fat Analyzer works The body...

Page 19: ... body fat percentage Measurements in the following groups of people may vary due to consistently changing amounts of water and tissue density within their bodies Children in a growth stage Elderly people and post menopausal women People who have swelling Patients with osteoporosis who have very low bone density Bodybuilders or professional atheltes Patients undergoing dialysis People with a fever ...

Page 20: ...rcising in extreme environments warm or cold during illness or extreme fatigue Moving from an up right standing position to lying down or prone position Change in posture during measurement 1 to 2 hours after breakfast lunch or dinner Examples of Fluctuation Periods The diagram below shows an example of the changes in body fat throughout the day caused by a change of water content in the body The ...

Page 21: ... the palms of your hands are dry or the temperature of your palms or the grip of the electrodes are extremely cool stable measurement is impossible which may lead to display error indication or inaccurate results Please pay special attention in winter because the air is dry and or the temperature is low Conditions Hands are dry When you hold the grip electrodes they feel cold Warm the grip electro...

Page 22: ...ours or more after dinner Recommended time Recommended time Recommended time Recommended time Avoid measurement immediately after bathing 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...

Page 23: ... supply 2 AAA batteries R03 You may use 2 AAA alkaline batteries LR03 Battery life Approximately 1 year when used twice a day Operating temperature and humidity 50 F to 104 F 10 C to 40 C 30 to 85 RH Storage temperature and humidity 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C 10 to 95 RH External dimensions Approx 8 L x 5 H x 2 W 197 L x 128 H x 49 mm W Weight Approx 8 oz 230 g not including batteries Accessories 2...

Page 24: ...ion reception which can be determined by turning the product on and off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the product and receiver Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an e...

Page 25: ...lace at our option free of charge any parts necessary to correct defects in the materials or workmanship The above warranty is complete and exclusive The warrantor expressly disclaims liability for incidental special or consequential damages of any nature Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above warranty may not apply to you Any impli...

Page 26: ...ustomer 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 HBF 306INST Rev ...

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