Omron BF500 Manual do Utilizador

BF500Body Composition Monitor• Instruction Manual• Mode d’emploi• Gebrauchsanweisung• Manuale di istruzioni• Manual de instrucciones• Gebruiksaanwijzi

101.Know Your UnitOperating instructions1. Know Your UnitA. Grip ElectrodesB. DisplayC. Personal Profile Number ButtonD. SET ButtonUse this button to

111.Know Your UnitENDisplayP. Weight IndicatorQ.Guest IndicatorR. Personal Profile NumberS. Weight ResultsT. Display Mode IndicatorU. Body Composition

121.Know Your UnitStoring the Display UnitExtend the cord and store the display unit as described below.1. Coil the cord into the display unit holder.

132.Inserting and Replacing the BatteriesEN2. Inserting and Replacing the Batteries1. Remove the battery cover on the rear side of the main unit.1) Pr

143.How to Set the Date and Time3. How to Set the Date and TimeWhen the power is turned on for the first time, it is necessary to set the date and tim

153.How to Set the Date and TimeEN5. Press the SET button.The month setting is confirmed and the day flashes on the display. [TO SET THE DAY]6. Press

164.Setting and Storing Personal Data4. Setting and Storing Personal DataFor the measurement of body fat percentage and visceral fat level, it is nece

174.Setting and Storing Personal DataEN3. Select the personal profile number to store the personal data.1) Press the personal profile number button to

184.Setting and Storing Personal Data6. [TO SET HEIGHT]Setting range: 100.0 to 199.5 cm (Display range in inch display mode: 3' 4" to 6&apos

194.Setting and Storing Personal DataEN2) Modify the gender setting.a)Press the or button to adjust the gender setting to the desired gender.b)Pre

2Before using the unitContentsBefore using the unitNotes on Safety...3

205.Taking a Measurement5. Taking a MeasurementHow to Measure Body CompositionPlease see Step 4 on this section for correct posture.1. Turn on the pow

215.Taking a MeasurementEN3. Select the personal profile number button or the Guest/Memory button.If you have personal data (Personal profile number)

225.Taking a Measurement4. Start measurement.1) Step on the main unit and place your feet on the foot electrodes with your weight evenly distributed.2

235.Taking a MeasurementENCorrect Posture for MeasurementWhen taking a measurement using a personal profile number, you need to store the personal dat

245.Taking a MeasurementPOSTURES TO AVOID DURING MEASUREMENTIncorrect posture may result in inaccurate measurement of body composition.Movement during

255.Taking a MeasurementEN5. Check the measurement results.Press the appropriate button to view the desired measurement results.For an explanation of

265.Taking a MeasurementInterpreting the BMI ResultThe above-mentioned indices refer to the values for obesity judgment proposed by the WHO, the World

276.Measuring Weight OnlyEN6. Measuring Weight Only1. Turn on the power, by pressing the power switch.“CAL” blinks on the display, then the display ch

287.Using the Memory Function7. Using the Memory FunctionMeasurement results are automatically stored in memory when you take a measurement using a pe

297.Using the Memory FunctionEN2. Press the Guest/Memory button once to compare with the result from the previous day.3. Press the Guest/Memory button

3Notes on SafetyENNotes on SafetyDanger:Never use this unit in combination with medical electronic devices such as:(1) Medical electronic implants suc

307.Using the Memory FunctionNotes:• If there are no results for a selected memory, “- - - -” is displayed for that item.• To view previous results fo

317.Using the Memory FunctionENViewing Previous Measurement ResultsFollow this procedure if you just want to view and compare previous measurement res

327.Using the Memory Function4. View the previous measurement results.1) Press the Guest/Memory button once.The results for the previous day are disp

338.Error DisplaysENCare and maintenance8. Error DisplaysError Display Cause CorrectionYour palms or soles are not in firm contact with the electrodes

349.Troubleshooting9. TroubleshootingProblem Cause CorrectionThe displayed value of body composition is abnormally high or low.Refer to “The reason ca

3510.How to Care and Store the UnitEN10.How to Care and Store the UnitHow to Clean the Unit• Always keep the unit clean before use.• Wipe the main uni

3611.Technical Data11.Technical DataNote: Subject to technical modification without prior notice.Please read the instruction manual carefully before u

3711.Technical DataENCorrect Disposal of This Product(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)This marking shown on the product or its literature,

3811.Technical DataMade in ChinaManufacturerOMRON HEALTHCARE CO., LTD.24, Yamanouchi Yamanoshita-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, 615-0084, JapanEU-representative

ContentsWeight & BMI ...40Body Fat Ratio & Visceral Fat Leve

4Notes on Safety• Do not pull the cord of the display unit attached to the main unit with force.• As this unit is a precision instrument, do not drop,

40WEIGHT & BMIBMI & IDEAL WEIGHTEverybody is concerned about their weight. But what is the basis for determining your ideal weight?The key is

41Weight & BMIENHidden Fat Not Revealed by BMIAlthough BMI calculates a simple obesity level, there is also hidden fat levels that is not revealed

42BODY FAT RATIO & VISCERAL FAT LEVELBODY FAT ANALYSISBody fat is classified as subcutaneous fat and visceral fat etc., depending on where it is l

43Body Fat Ratio & Visceral Fat LevelENVisceral fat area (0 - Approx. 300 cm2,1 inch=2.54 cm) distribution 30 levels.Example level determined0: 1

44RESTING METABOLISM & SKELETAL MUSCLEINCREASING SKELETAL MUSCLE THROUGH EXERCISESkeletal muscle is muscle that is connected to bone and used to m

45Resting Metabolism & Skeletal MuscleENWhat is Skeletal Muscle?Muscle is divided into two types, muscle in internal organs, such as the heart, an

46Resting Metabolism & Skeletal MuscleHBF500-E.book Page 46 Friday, October 24, 2008 10:41 AM

47Resting Metabolism & Skeletal MuscleENQuick Reference Usage GuideUse this as a quick reference guide only. If you are using this device for the

5Features of the ProductENFeatures of the ProductMore accurate measurement of the entire bodyAs measurement is conducted between both upper and lower

6What You Should Know When Using This UnitWhat You Should Know When Using This UnitPrinciple of body composition calculationBody fat has low electric

7What You Should Know When Using This UnitENSkeletal Muscle Percentage: This is based on MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) analysis, which uses nuclear

8What You Should Know When Using This UnitRecommended measurement timesUnderstanding the normal changes in your body fat percentage can help you in pr

9What You Should Know When Using This UnitENLong-term planning for successful weight lossIgnoring a balanced diet and simply reducing food intake to l