SAMBA – Body analysis scale
SAMBA – Body analysis scale
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Thank you for choosing this instrument from TFA.
This body analysis scale is intended for weighing and calculating body fat, body water, bone mass and muscle mass using bioelectrical impedance analysis.
A weak alternating current which is harmless to humans is sent through the body by way of the electrodes placed on the feet and the resistance is then measured.
Based on the difference between the body components and the various levels of conductivity, the body composition is calculated with the help of the data entered pre-
viously for example, height, sex and age.
A healthy body weight not only depends on the number of kilograms but also on the muscle mass to fat mass ratio. Having too high a body fat content can increase the
risk of cardiovascular diseases. The body analysis scale allows you to regularly check your personal values and promote your health and fitness.
1. Before you start using it
• Please make sure to read the instruction manual carefully.
This information will help you to familiarise yourself with your new device, to learn all of its functions
and parts, to find out important details about its first use and how to operate it and to get advice in the event of faults.
• Following and respecting the instructions in your manual will prevent damage to your instrument and loss of your statutory rights arising from defects
due to incorrect use.
• We shall not be liable for any damage occurring as a result of non following of these instructions. Likewise, we take no responsibility for any incorrect
readings and for any consequences which may result from them.
• Please take particular note of the safety advice!
• Please keep this instruction manual for future reference.
2. Scope of delivery
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Body analysis scale
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Batteries 4 x 1,5 V AAA
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Instruction manual
3. Field of operation and all the benefits of your new instrument at a glance
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Measurement of body weight and in addition body fat, body water, muscle and bone mass
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Memory storage capacity for eight people
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Automatic person recognition
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Automatic power on function – no tapping required
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Automatic power off-function
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Modern flat design
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Tempered safety glass surface
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Backlight
4. For your safety
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This product is exclusively intended for the field of application described above. It should only be used as described within these instructions.
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Unauthorized repairs, modifications or changes to the product are prohibited.
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Not suitable for people with electronic implants (pacemakers, etc.), pregnant women and children
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Please discuss any treatments, diets and measures based on the calculated values with a doctor before taking action.
Caution!
Risk of injury:
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The scale must not come into contact with water or moisture. It should only be operated in dry interiors.
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Do not use the device when a fault occurs or when it has been damaged.
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Keep it out of reach of persons (including children) who cannot fully appreciate the potential risks of handling electrical equipment.
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Do not stand on the scale with wet feet or especially not when the surface of the scale is wet. Danger of slipping.
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Do not step on the edge of the scale: Danger of tilting!
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Keep this instrument and the batteries out of the reach of children.
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Batteries must not be thrown into a fire, short-circuited, taken apart or recharged. Risk of explosion!
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Batteries contain harmful acids. Low batteries should be changed as soon as possible to prevent damage caused by leaking. Never use a combination of old and
new batteries together nor batteries of different types.
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Wear chemical-resistant protective gloves and safety glasses when handling leaking batteries.
Important information on product safety!
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Do not place your product near extreme temperatures, vibrations or shocks.
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Do not place any objects on the basic unit.
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Protect it from moisture.
5. Elements
A:
Display
B:
Electrodes
C:
Battery compartment
Button (back)
D1: UNIT
button
Button (top)
D2:
button
D3: SET
button
D4:
button
Display
E1:
Analysis beam
E2:
Body fat
E3:
Body water (TBW )
E4:
Muscle mass
E5:
Bone mass
E6:
Units
E7:
Sex and athletic fitness
E8:
User
E9:
Battery symbol
6. Operation
6.1 Set up
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Open the battery compartment at the back and insert the four batteries 1,5 V AAA, with the polarity as indicated.
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The scale is now ready to use.
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On the display appears 0,0 kg (default: kg).
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Press the
UNIT
button at the back and select your desired weight unit.
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Place the scale on a flat solid surface.
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In order to switch on the scale, just stand on the platform.
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The backlight turns on.
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After a few seconds your measured weight will be displayed in kg (default) or in the weighting unit you have set.
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The measuring process is finished as soon as your weight flashes on the display.
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The weight remains on the display after leaving the scale.
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The scale will turn off automatically after approximately 10 seconds.
6.2 Setting of the weight unit
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At the back you will find the
UNIT
button to convert the weight unit. You can select between “kg” for Kilogramm, “lb” for British and American pound (1 pound =
453,59237 Gramm) and “st” for British Stone (1 st = 6,35 kg).
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If the American or British weight unit is selected, the height will be set in foot (ft).
6.3 Weight determination
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Place the scale on a solid flat surface.
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In order to switch on the scale, just stand on the platform.
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The backlight turns on automatically.
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After a few seconds your measured weight will be displayed in kg (default) or in the weighting unit you have set.
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The measuring process is finished as soon as your weight is flashing in the display.
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The weight remains on the display after leaving the scale.
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The scale will turn off automatically after approximately 10 seconds.
6.4 Use of the scale
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When you start using the device and after replacing the batteries, the device has to be adjusted.
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To end the adjustment, repeat the procedure three times.
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After the adjustment on the display of the balance will appear after each new use the correct weight.
6.5 Using the scale with the analysis function
6.5.1 To ensure reliable measurements:
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Always stand on the scale barefoot. Feet must be firmly positioned on the electrodes.
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If possible, always weigh yourself at the same time of day, after going to the toilet and when not wearing any clothes. Do not, however, weigh yourself immediately
after getting up or taking a shower / bath. Wait at least 15 minutes.
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The measurement very much depends on the user's water balance. Saunas, physical activity, drinking, eating, illnesses and the female menstrual cycle can all
impact on the results. Wait a few hours after strenuous exercise.
To achieve comparable results, you should always weigh yourself when you are at the same level of hydration, if possible.
6.5.2 Setting of person, sex, height and age
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Press the
SET
button. The backlight turns on automatically.
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160 cm and a symbol figure appear on the display and P1 (default) starts flashing.
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With the
or
button, choose the user (P1...P8).
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The balance stores the information from eight users.
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Confirm the setting with the
SET
button.
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On the display appears the symbol for a man (default).
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Choose with the
or
button your sex and your athletic condition.
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You can choose between four different options:
(*only for the age group 15-85 years)
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Confirm the setting with the
SET
button.
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160 cm (default) appears on the display.
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Set your height (100 cm - 220 cm) with
or
.
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Confirm the setting with the
SET
button.
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30 (default) appears on the display.
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Set your age (10 - 85 years) with
or
.
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Confirm the setting with the
SET
button.
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On the display appears 0,0 kg (default) or the set weight unit desired.
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Perform the first measurement now.
6.5.3 Performing the body analysis (first measurement)
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Place the scale on a solid flat surface.
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Stand barefoot on the scale.
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After a few seconds your weight will appear. Stand still until the analysis is complete. The analysis bar fills up from left to right and appears after a few seconds:
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The body analysis is shown three times.
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If no body analysis was possible, only the weight will be displayed.
6.5.4 Performing the body analysis (additional measurements)
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To switch on the scale, simply stand on it barefoot.
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The backlight will turn on automatically.
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After a few seconds the weight will be shown. Stand still until the analysis is complete. The analysis bar fills up from left to right and appears after a few seconds:
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If the values of more than one user are to be saved, the scale can allocate the values just analyzed to the right person based on the measurements already saved. If
the values of several people with the same measurements are stored, you are prompted to select the right user (P1… P8) with the
or
button.
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The body analysis is shown three times.
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If no body analysis was possible, only the weight will be displayed.
6.6 Interpreting the measured values
• Please note:
The measured values calculated by the body analysis scale are not precise medical values. Contact a specialist for an exact calculation.
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The data in the tables below are benchmarks. Discuss any treatments, diets and measures based on the calculated values with a doctor before taking action.
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Please note that the fat, muscle and bone mass also consist in part of water and therefore, added together, the percentage values can reach more than 100%.
6.7 Body fat indicator
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Once the analysis is complete, the analysis bar acts as a body fat indicator. The length of the bar indicates whether the measured body fat content is low, normal,
high or very high. (Please refer to the table for an exact classification).
Man
Woman
Sporty man*
Sporty woman*
Body fat
percentage
Body water (TBW)
percentage
Muscle mass
percentage
Bone mass
percentage
Body fat
percentage
Body water (TBW)
percentage
Muscle mass
percentage
Bone mass
percentage
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