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TBF-621 Body Fat Monitor/Scale

Useful Features of the TBF-621

• The TBF-621 allows you to measure both weight and body fat percentage simultaneously as

easily and simply as stepping on a scale.

• The TBF-621 can be set for an Adult or Child, Male or Female, increasing the accuracy of 

the reading.

• Personal data (Adult/Child, Male/Female and Height) are stored in the memory of the unit.

Switching the Weight Mode

The TBF-621 can measure weight in three different modes: lb (pounds), kg (kilograms) or st-lb
(British stone-pounds). The default setting (the setting at which Tanita products are shipped) is
lb. If you would like to change that setting, or if at any point another setting has been
inadvertently entered, follow these steps: 

Press        and        simultaneously. Release the buttons, the display will flash. Press
to cycle through each weight mode until just the mode that you require is displayed. Then
press       . The display screen will flash to confirm your selection and store it in memory.

Note: 

If weight mode is set to pounds or stone-pounds, the height programming mode will be automatically

set to feet and inches. Similarly, if kilograms is selected, height will be automatically set to centimeters.

Automatic Shut-Down Function

The automatic shut-down function shuts off the power automatically in the following cases:

• If you interrupt the measurement process. The power will shut down automatically within

10 to 20 seconds, depending upon the type of operation.

• If an extraordinary weight is applied to the platform.

• If you make a mistake during measurement or a key or button operation.

• After you have completed the measuring process.

Note:

If the power shuts off unexpectedly, repeat the measuring process.

Preparations Before Use

Inserting the Batteries

1. Locate the battery cover on the back of the measuring 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" (20 mm) in thickness.

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

Open as shown

Direction of the batteries

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Summary of Contents for TBF-621

Page 1: ...TBF 621BODYFAT MONITOR SCALE Instruction Manual Read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it for future reference ...

Page 2: ...ide 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 particular installation If this equipment does cause harm...

Page 3: ...rs per week and who has a resting heart rate of approximately 60 beats per minute or less Tanita s athlete definition includes lifetime of fitness individuals who have been fit for years but currently exercise less than 10 hours per week Tanita s athlete definition does not include enthusiastic beginners who are making a real commitment to exercising at least 10 hours per week but whose bodies hav...

Page 4: ... the body can be accurately estimated by measuring the impedance The signal used is very low making it safe and imperceptible The illustration on the left show how the signal travels through the body Body Fat Percentage Fluctuations in a Day Hydration levels in the body may affect body fat readings Readings are usually highest in the early waking hours since the body tends to be dehydrated after a...

Page 5: ...equations derived from large multi ethnic population studies to predict body composition Readings taken with Tanita s TBF 621 correlate highly with both DEXA Tanita s reference model and Hydrodensitometry Features and Functions Components Measuring Platform This Instruction Manual Support Feet 4 Educational Booklet Batteries 4 Getting Started Workbook Measuring Platform 1 Display Screen 2 Orange S...

Page 6: ...er automatically in the following cases If you interrupt the measurement process The power will shut down automatically within 10 to 20 seconds depending upon the type of operation If an extraordinary weight is applied to the platform If you make a mistake during measurement or a key or button operation After you have completed the measuring process Note If the power shuts off unexpectedly repeat ...

Page 7: ...inactive lifestyle Child up to the age of 18 over 3 4 102 cm who has moderately active to inactive lifestyle 4 Select Male or Female Use the Green Arrow button to select Male or Female then press the Orange Set button Male Female 5 Specify the Height Use the Green Arrow button to specify Height Then press the Orange Set button The display will flash all data Adult Child Male Female and Height for ...

Page 8: ...of body fat percentage and body weight will be displayed alternately at two 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 three times and then the power will automatically turn off Multiple Users ...

Page 9: ...is pressed or the display shows and goes off when a Personal key is pressed No data Adult Child Male Female or Height has been stored in the memory of that Personal key The body fat percentage reading does not appear after the weight is measured Vibration will interfere with the fat percentage reading Be sure to stand erect and still on the measuring platform Do not bend your knees Be sure that sh...

Page 10: ...son is authorized to change the 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 at1 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 pu...

Page 11: ...lly Sur Seine 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 of Japan 14 2 1 Chome Maeno Cho Itabashi Ku Tokyo Japan 174 8630 Tel 03 3968 2123 Fax 03 3967 3766 ISO 9001 Certified Tanita Corporation of America Inc 2625 S Clearbrook Drive Arlington ...

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