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To turn the scale off, press the ON button. Or, the scale will turn off after

about 20 seconds if no keys are pressed or nothing is weighed.

NOTE:

If you are having a problem operating this Analyzer please call 866-

843-3905 from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Mountain Standard Time, Monday

through Friday.

How exactly is my body fat and water being measured?

The Taylor Body Analyzer Scale uses a measurement method known as

Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA). A minute current is sent through

your body, via your feet and legs. This current flows easily through the lean

muscular tissue, which has a high fluid content, but not easily through fat.

Therefore, by measuring your body’s impedance (i.e. its resistance to the cur-

rent), the quantity of muscle can be determined. From this, the quantity of

fat and water can then be estimated.

What is the value of the current passing through me when the meas-

urement is taken? Is it safe?

The current is less than 1mA, which is tiny and perfectly safe. You will not

be able to feel it. Please note however, that this device should not be used by

anyone with an internal electronic medical device, such as a pacemaker, as a

precaution against disruption to that device.

If I measure my body fat and water at different times during the

day, it can vary quite considerably. Which value is correct?

Your body fat percentage reading varies with body water content, and the

latter changes throughout the course of the day. There is no right or wrong

time of the day to take a reading, but aim to take measurements at a regular

time when you consider your body to be normally hydrated. Avoid taking

readings after having a bath or sauna, following intensive exercise, or within

1-2 hours of drinking in quantity or eating a meal.

My friend has a Body Fat Analyzer made by another manufacturer.

When I used it I found that I got a different body fat reading to that

on my Taylor Body Analyzer Scale. Why is this?

Different Body Fat Analyzers take measurements around different parts of

the body and use different mathematic algorithms to calculate the percent-

age of body fat.The best advice is to not make comparisons from one device

to another, but to use the same device each time to monitor any change.

TO TURN OFF THE SCALE:

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Page 1: ...h the fat and muscle in your body This method calculates both your personal weight and body fat simultaneously thus giving you a more accurate reading of your overall health and fitness NOTE This inst...

Page 2: ...ress lightly on the scale platform The display will show a running zeros pattern and automatically turn off Your scale is now ready for use Your Taylor Body Fat Scale will operate as a basic weight re...

Page 3: ...s before proceeding To get the most accurate and consistent reading wipe your feet with a damp cloth leaving them slightly damp before stepping on the scale REMINDER The scale needs to be initialized...

Page 4: ...igits blink 4 Press the or button to increase decrease the age value Press SET button to confirm displayed age The height digits blink 5 Press the or button to increase decrease the height value Press...

Page 5: ...easures your weight 3 Your weight will display for 2 seconds 4 Continue to stand still on the scale while your other readings are taken The screen will show while the scale computes 5 When measurement...

Page 6: ...that this device should not be used by anyone with an internal electronic medical device such as a pacemaker as a precaution against disruption to that device If I measure my body fat and water at di...

Page 7: ...ifferent mathe matic algorithms for the body fat calculation 1 You must have bare feet to make this measurement To get the most accurate and consistent reading wipe your feet with a damp cloth leaving...

Page 8: ...content is not the same for all people Age sex and heredity are variables in this measurement The table as follows may be used as a general guide Consult your physician to determine what is most idea...

Page 9: ...culation 5 Feet must be bare and clean For best readings they should also be slightly damp This analyzer measures your weight the electrical impedance between your feet and combines those readings wit...

Page 10: ...nent damage to the scale will occur 2 The product is intended for home consumer use only it is not intended for professional use in hospitals or medical facilities 3 Do not disassemble the product Oth...

Page 11: ...pur chase and a note explaining reason for return to Taylor Precision Products 2220 Entrada Del Sol Suite A Las Cruces New Mexico 88001 There are no express warranties except as listed above This warr...

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