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The device can withstand a maximum body weight of 180 kg (397 lbs)! A higher weight may
damage the device!
Danger of Injury
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This device should not be used by people (including children) with impaired sensory or
mental faculties or who do not have adequate experience and/or knowledge of such de-
vices, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety, or have received
instructions from such a person on how to use the device. Children must be supervised in
order to ensure that they do not play with the device.
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Batteries can be deadly if swallowed. Therefore keep batteries and the device out of the
reach of children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately.
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Should a battery have leaked, do not allow your skin, eyes and mucous membranes to
come into contact with the battery acid. If you touch battery acid, rinse the affected sites
with abundant fresh water immediately and contact a doctor as soon as possible.
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Do not stand on the scales with wet feet. You could slip!
The Proper Handling of Batteries
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Before inserting the batteries, check whether the contacts in the device and on the batter-
ies are clean; clean them if necessary.
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Use only the battery type specified in the technical data.
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Always replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not use batteries of different types or
brands, or batteries with different capacities. When replacing batteries, note the correct
polarity (+/–).
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Take the batteries out of the device when they are discharged or if the device is not going
to be used for a prolonged period. This will prevent damage that might occur if a battery
leaks.
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Remove dead batteries from the device immediately. Clean all contacts before putting a
new battery in the device.
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The batteries must not be recharged or reactivated by other means, dismantled, thrown
into a fire, immersed in fluids, or short-circuited.
The Proper Handling of the Device
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Never try to repair an electrical article yourself; contact your nearest customer service
centre/specialist dealer. In the event of any damage, please contact our customer service
department (see the "Customer Service" chapter).
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Keep the device away from electromagnetic fields. The measurement accuracy could be
impaired.
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The device should only be used in closed rooms.
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Always place the device on a dry, even, and firm base.
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Never place the device near sources of heat.
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Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, strong temperature fluctuations,
direct sunlight or moisture.
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