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Before Use
1.1 General Information
During measurement, this machine will send a low level
imperceptible electrical current throughout the body.
Individuals with implanted medical products, such as:
Pacemakers.
ECG products.
Electronic lungs and other electronic medical life support equipment.
should not use this product, as the electric current may affect
the implanted product.
Warning
Disposal
All batteries contain toxic compounds; batteries should be disposed
of via designated competent organizations. Batteries should not be
incinerated.
This product is not to be treated as regular household waste, but
should be taken to a designated collection points for electronics.
Further information should be provided by local waste disposal
authorities.
Usage of Results
The FTG-588 is not a diagnostic product.
BIA results are calculated based on impedance values validated
with representative population studies and statistical analysis.
As such, the technique is best suited for tracking progress for an
individual over a period of time, or for categorizing large groups of
people, rather than used as a one-time analysis. Accuracy of results
is highly dependent on proper measurement procedure.
Please follow instructions carefully for best results.
Pregnant women should use the weight and heart rate function only.
Body composition calculations may be of limited accuracy.