Tanita TBF-521 Instruction Manual

Manual is about: Tanita BODY FAT MONITOR/SCALE Instruction Manual TBF-521

Summary of TBF-521

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    Tbf-521bodyfat monitor/scale instruction manual read this instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference..

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    Tbf-521 body fat monitor/scale table of contents introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 safety precautions important notes for users principles of estimating body fat percentage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 what is body fat percentage? Body fat range the bia method body fat ...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction thank you for selecting the tanita body fat monitor/scale tbf-521. This product uses the bia (bioelectrical impedance analysis) technique, a state-of-the-art technology for body fat assessment. Safety precautions • persons with implanted medical equipment, such as a pacemaker, should no...

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    Tbf-521 body fat monitor/scale principles of estimating body fat percentage the tanita body fat monitor/scale tbf-521 allows you to estimate your body fat percentage at home as easily as you measure your weight. What is body fat percentage? Body fat percentage is the percentage of fat in your body. ...

  • Page 5: Package Components

    Package components • measuring platform • support feet (4) • display box • batteries (6) • connector cable • screws for bracket (2) • wall mounting bracket features and functions measuring platform 1. Ball-of-foot electrodes 2. Heel electrodes display unit 3. Display screen 4. On/off button 5. User ...

  • Page 6: Preparations Before Use

    Useful features of the tbf-521 • the tbf-521 allows you to measure both weight and body fat percentage simultaneously as easily and simply as stepping on a scale. • the tbf-521 can be set for an child, adult or athlete, male or female, increasing the accuracy of the reading. • this two-piece unit el...

  • Page 7: Handling Tips

    Installing the display box the display box can be set on a table or mounted on a wall. Note: avoid holding the display unit in your hands while measuring yourself, because it’s weight (0.6 lb or 0.25 kg) would be added to your weight. To attach the display box to a wall, follow the steps below. 1. U...

  • Page 8: Operating The Tbf-521

    6 tbf-521 body fat monitor/scale operating the tbf-521 1. Turn on the power press the on/off button to turn the unit on. The display screen items will appear and the display will flash. 2. Select the user mode: adult, child or athlete press the adult/child/athlete button to select the mode that is r...

  • Page 9: Replacing The Batteries

    Getting accurate readings to get the most accurate absolute values, readings should be taken without clothing and under consistent conditions of hydration. If you do not undress, always remove your socks or stockings, and be sure the soles of your feet are clean before stepping on the measuring plat...

  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Tbf-521 body fat monitor/scale 8 troubleshooting if the following problems occur... Then... An unfamiliar weight reading appears followed by kg or st-lb. The unit’s “weight mode” has been set to measure weight in kilograms or stone-pounds. If you wish to change the “weight mode,” refer to “switching...

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    Tanita products limited warranty not valid without proof of purchase your tanita product is warranted to the original consumer only, for three (3) years, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. This product is designed for personal use only. Tanita corporation of ameri...

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