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Inserting the batteries

1. Locate the battery cover on the back of the monitor platform. Press the tab to release
the cover as shown.

2. Insert the supplied AA-size batteries as indicated.

NOTE: Be sure that the polarity of the batteries is set properly. If the batteries are
incorrectly positioned the fluid may leak and damage floors. If you do not intend to

use this unit for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove the batteries before storage.

Positioning the monitor

Place the monitor on a hard, flat surface where there is minimal vibration to ensure safe
and accurate measurement.

NOTE: To avoid possible injury, do not step on the edge of the platform.

Attaching the support feet (carpet use only)

Insert the support feet into the holes at the four corners on the bottom of the 
measuring platform.

NOTE: Do not use the monitor on any carpeting that is more than 0.8 inch in thickness.

Do not use the support feet on hard, flat surfaces, as the unit may tip over.

Handling tips

This monitor is a precision instrument utilizing state-of-the-art technology. To keep the
unit in the best condition, follow these instructions carefully:

• Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform.

• Store the unit horizontally, and place it so that the PERSONAL key will not be 

pressed accidentally.

• Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the unit.

• Place the unit in an area free from direct sunlight, heating equipment, high humidity, 

or extreme temperature change.

• Never submerge in water. To clean, use a dampened cloth and mild detergent. 

Use alcohol to clean the electrodes.

• When you change the batteries, exchange all four batteries at the same time with new 

AA-size batteries. 

If you need assistance, please call our toll-free customer service number at 1-800-TANITA-8.

Preparations before use:

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TANITA TBF-604 BODY FAT MONITOR/SCALE

Summary of Contents for TBF-604

Page 1: ...TBF 604BODYFAT MONITOR SCALE Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...beats per minute It is also not intended for professional athletes or bodybuilders who may experience physical changes due to dehydration Body fat percentage measurements may be slightly lower or higher for the following categories of people Adults seventy years old or older Pregnant women Persons undergoing dialysis Persons suffering from edema Body fat percentage measurements for these persons s...

Page 3: ... consistent time of day under consistent conditions Besides this basic cycle of fluctuations in the daily body fat readings variations may be caused by hydration changes in the body due to eating drinking menstruation illness exercising and bathing Daily body fat readings are unique to each person and depend upon one s lifestyle job and activities The graph on the left shows an example of daily bo...

Page 4: ...signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment 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 interference will not occur in a particu lar installation If this equipment ...

Page 5: ...ay screen 2 Blue Set button 3 Green Arrow select button 4 Toe electrodes 5 Heel electrodes 6 Guide marks sticker For positioning heels when standing on the unit 7 PERSONAL keys start switch Setting of adult male or female and height for two persons can be stored in the memory of the unit 4 Features and functions of the TBF 604 1 2 6 7 3 4 5 TANITA TBF 604 BODY FAT MONITOR SCALE ...

Page 6: ...e pounds To select the preferred mode make sure the monitor is off Press the Green Arrow and Blue Set buttons simultaneously Press the Green Arrow button to choose your measurement mode lb kg st lb then press the Blue Set button The display screen will flash to confirm your selection and store it in memory To change weight mode repeat the previous steps Automatic shut down function The automatic s...

Page 7: ...itor on any carpeting that is more than 0 8 inch in thickness Do not use the support feet on hard flat surfaces as the unit may tip over Handling tips This monitor is a precision instrument utilizing state of the art technology To keep the unit in the best condition follow these instructions carefully Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform Store the unit horizontally and place it so ...

Page 8: ...turns the monitor on The unit has an automatic shut down function If you do not step on the platform after pressing the PERSONAL key the unit will automatically shut off in about 30 seconds The TBF 604 is a Personal Model for male or female adults aged 18 or older The TBF 604 is not intended for use by persons involved in intense aerobic exercise of at least 10 hours per week and who have a restin...

Page 9: ...dy fat percentage and body weight will be displayed alternately at 2 second intervals If you remain on the platform the display will continue for about 30 seconds and then the power will automatically turn off If you step off the platform the alternating display of body fat percentage and body weight will be repeated 3 times and then the power will automatically turn off Multiple users The unit ma...

Page 10: ...e foot calluses etc will interfere with measurement of the fat per centage Step off and repeat steps on p 8 If the following problems occur Nothing appears in the LCD after initial display Nothing appears when the PERSONAL key is pressed or The display shows and goes off when the PERSONAL key is pressed The body fat percentage measurement does not appear after the weight is measured The body fat p...

Page 11: ...e terms of this warranty IF PRODUCT IS DEFECTIVE OR NEEDS REPAIR Do not return this product to the place of purchase doing so may delay the processing of your warranty claim Call Tanita at 1 800 TANITA 8 to receive a Return Authorization Number before returning this product Include 12 50 for handling return postage and insurance to the facility listed below Proof of purchase must accompany the pro...

Page 12: ...illy sur Seine France Tel 01 5524 9999 Fax 01 5524 9868 TANITA Health Equipment H K Ltd Unit 301 303 3 F Wing On Plaza 62 Mody Road Tsimshatsui East Kowloon Hong Kong Tel 852 2838 7111 Fax 852 2838 8667 TANITA Corporation 14 2 1 Chome Maeno Cho Itabashi Ku Tokyo Japan Tel 03 3968 2123 Fax 03 3967 3766 ISO 9001 Certified http WWW TANITA COM English http WWW TANITA CO JP Japanese TANITA Corporation ...

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