Beurer BF 400 Signature Line Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 10

Getting to know your device
Functions of the device
This digital scale is intended for weighing and pro-
viding a diagnosis of
It is intended for private use.
The scale is equipped with the following functions, which can
be used by up to 10 di erent people:
• Body weight measurement and BMI
• Body fat percentage calculation
• Body water content
• Muscle percentage
• Bone mass
• Basal and active metabolic rate
The scale also includes the following additional functions:
• Switch between kilograms "kg", pounds "lbs" and stones
"st"
• Automatic switch-o function
• Low battery indicator
• Automatic user recognition
The measurement principle
This scale works on the principle of B.I.A. (bioelectrical imped-
ance analysis). This involves the calculation of body content
in a matter of seconds, using a current that cannot be felt, is
completely harmless and does not pose any risk.
When this measurement of the electrical resistance (imped-
ance) is considered alongside constants and/or individual val-
ues (age, height, gender, activity level), the body fat percent-
age and other variables in the body can be calculated. Muscle
tissue and water conduct electricity well and therefore have a
lower resistance. In contrast, bones and fat tissue have low
conductivity as the fat cells and bones are barely able to con-
duct the current due to very high levels of resistance.
Please note that the values calculated by the diagnostic bath-
room scale only represent an approximation of the actual med-
ical analytical values for the body. Only a specialist doctor can
precisely establish the body fat, body water, muscle percent-
age and bone structure using medical methods (e.g. computer
tomography).
3. INTENDED USE
The device is only intended for weighing humans and for re-
cording your personal fitness data. The device is only intended
for private use, and not for medical or commercial purposes.
4. WARNINGS AND SAFETY NOTES
Warning
• The scale may not be used by people with
medical implants (e.g. pacemakers) as
this may a ect their functionality.
• Do not use during pregnancy.
• Do not step onto the outer edge of the scale
on just one side: danger of tipping!
• Swallowing batteries can be extremely dangerous. Keep
the batteries and scale out of the reach of small children.
Should a battery be swallowed, seek medical assistance
immediately.
• Keep packaging material away from children (risk of suf-
focation).
• Important: do not step onto the scale with wet feet or if the
surface of the scale is damp – danger of slipping!
your personal fitness
Safety notes on handling batteries
• Always insert the batteries correctly, taking into account
the polarity (+ / -). Keep batteries clean and dry and away
from water. Always select the correct battery type.
data.
• Never short-circuit batteries and battery compartment
contacts.
• Never charge, forcibly discharge, heat, disassemble,
deform, encapsulate or modify batteries.
• Never weld or solder on batteries.
• Never mix batteries of di erent manufacturers, capacities
(new and used), size and type within a device.
• Risk of explosion! Failure to comply with the points men-
tioned above can result in personal injury, overheating,
leakage, venting, breakage, explosion or fire.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean
the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery fluid, rinse
the a ected areas with water and seek medical assistance.
• Choking hazard! Keep batteries out of the reach of child-
ren. Seek medical attention immediately if swallowed.
• Never allow children to replace batteries without adult
supervision.
• Store batteries away from metal objects in a well-ventila-
ted, dry and cool place.
• Never expose batteries to direct sunlight or rain.
• Remove batteries from the device if it is not going to be
used for a long period of time.
• Dispose of discharged batteries immediately and properly.
Never dispose of batteries in fire.
• When disposing of batteries, keep batteries with di erent
electrochemical systems separate.
General notes
• Please note that measuring tolerances are possible for
technical reasons, as this scale is not calibrated for use in a
professional medical context.
• The scale's maximum capacity is 200 kg (440 lb/31 st). The
results for the weight measurement and bone mass calcu-
lation are displayed in 100-g increments (0.2 lb/0-19st: 0.2
lb; 20-31st: 1lb).
• Measurements of body fat, body water and muscle content
are displayed in increments of 0.1%.
• The calorie requirement is indicated in increments of 1 kcal.
• When supplied to the customer, the scale is set to weigh
and measure in "kg" and "cm".
• Place the scale on an even, hard surface; a hard surface is
crucial for achieving accurate measurements.
• Repairs may only be carried out by Beurer Customer Services
or authorised retailers. Before submitting a complaint, please
check the batteries first and replace them if necessary.
Storage and maintenance
The accuracy of the measurements and service life of the de-
vice depend on its careful handling:
IMPORTANT
• The device should be cleaned from time to time. Do not
use any abrasive cleaning products and never submerge
the device in water.
• Make sure that no liquids come into contact with the
scale. Never submerge the scale in water. Never rinse it in
running water.
• Do not place any objects on the scale when it is not in use.
• Do not press the button violently or with pointed objects.
• Do not expose the scale to high temperatures or strong
electromagnetic fields (e.g. mobile telephones).
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