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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
If the instruction manual is damaged or if you no longer have the instruction manual in your posses-
sion, please contact Beurer customer service. Please see warranty for service contact.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this Beurer product. Our name stands for high-quality, thoroughly tested products for
applications in the areas of heat, weight, blood pressure, body temperature, pulse, gentle therapy, massage
and air.
Please read these instructions completely and carefully before using this product and keep them for later refer
ence. Be sure to make them accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.
With best regards,
Your Beurer Team
1. Important safety notes
Signs and symbols
Whenever used, the following signs identify safety and property damage messages and designate a level of
hazard or seriousness.
8. Interpretation of results ...................................8
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL INCLUDING THE SAFETY SECTION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS AND TO MAKE
CORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE addresses practices not related to personal injury, such as product
and/or property damage.
Follow instructions for use
Type BF appliance part
Do not use this device with a pacemaker
IP 21 protection against harmful ingress of water and dust
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury:
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Read and understand all instructions before use.
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This product does not provide a medical diagnosis and it is not intended to diagnose or treat any
medical condition. For medical advice please contact a licensed physician.
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Do not use during pregnancy.
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To prevent falls, do not step onto the scale with wet feet or if the surface of the scale is damp.
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Do not stand on the outer edge of the scale, otherwise it may tip.
•
This scale passes a harmless, unnoticeable small electrical current through your body when taking a
measurement. Never use, or allow others to use, this unit in combination with the following medical electronic devices, as the scale’s current may cause these devices to malfunction:
- Medical electronic implants such as pacemakers
- Electronic life support systems such as an artificial heart/lung
- Portable electronic medical devices such as an electrocardiograph
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Packaging materials are a deadly hazard for children and can cause suffocation. Remove all packaging
materials immediately and keep them away from children at all times.
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Consult your physician or healthcare provider before starting a weight loss or exercise program.
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These measurements are not substitutes for physician assessments. For medical advice, contact a
physician.
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Values obtained from this body analysis scale only approximate actual analytical medical data. Only
a specialist physician can accurately determine body fat, body water, and muscle percentage using
special medical procedures. Always consult your physician to determine what will be suitable for you.
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This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
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People with disabilities, such as impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions, or who
are physically frail, should be assisted by another person when using this scale.
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Do not use this product for any purpose other than weighing human beings.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury or product/property damage:
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This product is intended solely for household use and not for medical or commercial purposes.
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Place the scale on a hard, flat, level surface; a hard surface is required for accurate measurements.
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Do not use on children under 10 years of age.
•
Do not step on the scale if your weight exceeds the weight capacity of this scale. When in doubt,
contact your physician.
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Do not drop the scale or drop any objects on it.
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Do not jump on the scale.
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Do not weigh more than one person on the scale at one time.
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Place the scale on level flooring, otherwise it may tip.
•
To prevent personal injury, do not use the scale if the glass platform is damaged.
•
Do not disassemble this unit.
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Do not put your fingers into any openings in the scale.
NOTICE:
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The device should be cleaned on a regular basis. Do not use any abrasive cleaning products and never
submerge the device in water.
Measurement variations are normal, as this scale is not calibrated for use in a professional medical
environment.
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 not in use.
Protect the device from knocks, damp, dust, chemicals, marked temperature fluctuations and nearby
sources of heat (ovens, heaters).
Do not press the buttons violently or with pointed objects.
Do not expose the scale to high temperatures or strong electromagnetic fields.
Never immerse and or spill water or any other liquid onto the scale.
When “Lo” appears in the display change the battery right away. Do not let batteries discharge completely.
If you do not intend to use the scale for long periods, remove the batteries from the battery compartment before storing the scale.
Do not use mobile telephones, microwaves, and other devices which generate strong electrical or electromagnetic fields near the unit as they may cause incorrect operation.
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Never attempt to repair the instrument or adjust it yourself. If you need to have the unit repaired, contact
customer service. See warranty for service contact. Before contacting us, first check the batteries and
replace them if necessary.
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Changes or modifications to the device will nullify the user warranty.
NOTES
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The capacity of the scale is 441 lb (200 kg, 31 st : 7 lb).
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For weight measurement and bone mass, the results are shown in 0.2 lb increments (100 g, 0.01 st).
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The measuring results of the body fat, body water and muscle percentage are shown in 0.1 % increments.
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Caloric requirements are displayed in 1 Kcal increments.
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Ages 10 to 100 and height settings from 2 ft 8 in – 7 ft 2 in (80 to 220 cm) can be preset.
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The scale is initially set to “inch” and “lb”. To switch to “kilogram” (kg) or “stones” (st:lb), power the scale
For product information, questions or customer service call toll free 1-800-536-0366 or email info@beurer.com
on and press the “▲” or “▼” button until the desired unit is displayed.
2. Measuring Principle
This scale uses the B.I.A. principle (bioelectric impedance analysis), which measures physical relationships within
seconds via an unnoticeable and harmless signal from the conductors in the scale. The scale determines body
fat percentage and other bodily aspects by measuring electrical resistance (impedance) and adjusting the results
based on age, height, gender, weight and degree of physical activity.
Muscle tissue and water have good electrical conductivity, and therefore lower resistance. Fatty tissue, on the
other hand, has low conductivity since fat cells have a lower water content.
3. Package Contents:
1 x BF 525 Body Analysis Scale
4 x 1.5 V AAA-size batteries
1 x Instruction manual
1 x Quick start guide
4. Battery Installation/Replacement
Battery Handling Safety Precautions:
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se only the size and type of batteries specified.
•B
e sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries. Reversed batteries may cause damage to
the device.
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o not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc or rechargeable batteries) or
old batteries with fresh ones. Always replace batteries as a simultaneous set.
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f the batteries in the device are depleted or the device will not be used for a long period of time, remove the
batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
•D
o not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture (follow battery
manufacturer’s directions.)
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o not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak.
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lean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.
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emove discharged batteries from the product and dispose/recycle in compliance with all applicable laws.
•Keep batteries away from children and pets. Batteries may be harmful if swallowed. Should a child or pet
swallow a battery, seek medical assistance immediately.
If present, remove the battery insulating strip or the batteries’ protective film and insert the batteries according
to the polarity indicated inside the battery compartment. If the scale does not power on, remove the batteries
and reinsert. Replace the battery compartment cover. The scale is equipped with a “replace battery” indicator
that displays “Lo” when battery power is weak. The scale will then shut off. Replace all four batteries with new
“AAA” size alkaline batteries.
New batteries will last for approximately two years when using the unit about three times per day. Trial batter
ies supplied with the unit may have a shorter life. Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for
three months or longer.
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5. To Use
Measuring weight only
Stand on the scale with your weight distributed equally on both feet. The scale will start to take measurements
right away. The LCD Display will flash and then display the results. If you step off the weighing area, the scale
switches off after a few seconds.
Measuring weight, body fat, bone mass, BMI, body water, muscle percentage and active metabolic
rate
5.1. Switching the unit
The scale default is lb and inches. to swith the unit to lb:st (and inches) or kg (and cm) tap on the scale. Wait
until the display shows “0.0”. press “▲” or “▼” key to select your preferred unit.
5.2. Setting user data
To measure your body fat percentage and other physical data, you must enter your personal user param
eters. The scale includes over 10 memory spaces on which you and other members of your family can save
personal settings.
To power the scale on, tap the weighing area with your foot. Wait until the display shows “0.0” and then press
“SET.” The first memory position will flash on the LCD Display. Confirm the memory position within 3 seconds
by pressing “SET”. Now you can enter the following settings:
Body size2 ft 8 in - 7 ft 2 in (80 to 220 cm)
Age10 to 100 years
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Sex/Activity mode
You can enter the relevant settings with short or long pressure on the “▲” button or “▼” button .
Confirm the settings in each case by pressing “SET”.
Then the scale is ready for measuring. If you do not carry out a measurement, the scale switches off auto
matically after several seconds.
male
/ female
/ sporty
5.3. Taking measurements
After all parameters have been entered, you can now measure your weight, body fat and the other data.
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tep on the scale.
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ress “SET”.
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elect the memory space pressing the “▲” or “▼” (within 3 seconds) button several times. “0.0” appears.
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tep onto the scale with bare feet and make sure that you are standing still on the electrodes.
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ll values determined appear after weighing.
The scale switches itself off automatically after approx. 15 seconds.
Important: Make sure your feet, legs, calves and thighs do not touch each other. Otherwise the measurement
will not be performed correctly.
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The following results display consecutively:
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2
3
5
6
7
1*
1* See Body fat chart below
1 Body fat with interpretation
2 Muscle percentage
3 BMI
4 Weight
5 Body water percentage
6 Bone mass
7 Active metabolic rate (AMR)
Tips:
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Place the scale on a hard, level floor (no carpet); a firm floor covering is required for correct measurement.
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If possible, always weigh yourself at the same time of day (preferably in the morning) under comparable condi
tions such as after using the toilet, on an empty stomach and unclothed, in order to achieve comparable results.
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Stand still and upright during the measurement.
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Wait a few hours after physical activity.
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Wait about 15 minutes after getting up in the morning to allow the water in the body to distribute.
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Remember that only long-term trends are important. Short-term changes in weight within a few days are usually caused by a loss of fluid. Body water plays an important role towards our general well-being.
Important when measuring body fat/body water/muscle percentage/bone mass:
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he measurement may only be carried out while barefoot. Dry soles or callused skin can result in unsatis-
factory results, as they have insufficient conductivity.
•Your feet, legs, calves and thighs must not touch each other, as otherwise the measurement cannot be
performed correctly.
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6. Limitations
When measuring body fat and other values, inaccurate or unexpected results may occur in:
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hildren under 10
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ompetitive athletes and body builders
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ost-menopausal women
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eople with fever, undergoing dialysis treatment or with symptoms of edema or osteoporosis
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eople taking cardiovascular medication (affecting the heart and vascular system)
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eople taking vascular dilating or vascular constricting medication
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eople with considerable anatomic deviations of the legs in relation to total height (length of the legs consid-
erably shortened or lengthened)
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eople with prosthetic or one leg
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eople who suffer from swelling
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lderly people
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eople who drink coffee or alcohol
Note that there are no results for water, muscle, bone, kcal for users under 18 years of age. Also, there is no
athlete mode for users under 18.
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7. Evaluation of results
Body weight / Body mass index
The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number often used to evaluate body composition. The number is calculated from
body weight and height, the formula is “BMI = body weight : height
Source: Bulletin of the World Health Organization 2007;85:660-7; Adapted from WHO 1995, WHO 2000 and WHO 2004.
Normal
Over
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weight
Note that with very muscular physiques such as bodybuilders, the BMI result will indicate overweight since no
account is taken for well above average muscle mass.
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. The measurement unit for BMI is [kg/m2].
weight
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Normal
weight
Over
weight
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Body fat
The following body fat percentages are guide values (contact your physician for further information).
A lower value is often found in athletes. Depending on the type of sports, training intensity and physical con
stitution, values may result which are below the recommended values stated. It should, however, be noted that
there could be a danger to health in the case of extremely low values.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO 2001), the percentage of body water should normally lie
within the following ranges:
Women: 50 – 55 %
Men: 60 – 65 %
Children: 65 –75 %
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Body fat contains relatively little water. Therefore people with a high body fat percentage have body water per
centages below the recommended values. With endurance athletes, however, the recommended values could
be exceeded due to low fat percentages and high muscle percentage.
This scale is unsuitable for measuring body water in order to draw medical conclusions concerning age-related
water retention, for example. If necessary ask your physician. Basically, a high body water percentage should
be the aim.
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Muscle percentage
As the percentage of muscle differs from individual to individual, there are no generally valid guidelines.
Bone mass
This feature indicates the amount of bone (bone mineral level, calcium or other minerals) in the body. Like the
rest of our body, our bones are subject to the natural development, degeneration and aging processes.
Bone mass increases rapidly in childhood and reaches its maximum between 30 and 40 years of age. Bone mass
reduces slightly with increasing age. You can reduce this degeneration somewhat with healthy nutrition (particularly calcium and vitamin D) and regular exercise. With appropriate muscle building, you can also strengthen
your bone structure.
Do not confuse bone mass with bone density. Bone density can be determined only by means of a medical
examination (e.g. computer tomography, ultrasound). It is therefore not possible to draw conclusions concerning
changes to the bones and bone hardness (e.g. osteoporosis) using this scale. Only small changes to bone mass
are possible by individuals, but it will vary slightly within the influencing factors (weight, height, age, gender).
Active metabolic rate
The Active Metabolic Rate (AMR) is the amount of energy required daily by the body in its active state. This AMR
value is displayed automatically as soon as you select your user data symbol or and the activity mode
under settings.
To maintain your existing weight, the amount of energy used must be reintroduced into the body in the form of
food and drink. If less energy is introduced than is used over a longer period of time, your body will obtain the
difference largely from the amount of fat stored and your weight will reduce. If, on the other hand, over a longer
period of time more energy is introduced than the total active metabolic rate (AMR) calculated, your body will be
unable to burn off the excess energy, and the excess will be stored in the body as fat and your weight will increase.
8. Interpretation of results
Remember that only long-term trends are important. Short-term fluctuations in weight over a few days are usually
the result of fluid change, due to fluid intake or loss. Interpretation of the results will depend on changes in your
overall weight and body fat, body water and muscle percentages, as well as the period in which these changes
take place. Sudden changes within days must be distinguished from medium-term changes (over weeks) and
long-term changes (months).
A basic rule is that short-term changes in weight almost exclusively represent changes in water content, whereas
medium and long-term changes may also involve the fat and muscle percentages.
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f your weight reduces over the short term, but your body fat percentage increases or remains the same, you
have merely lost water – e.g. after working out, a sauna session, or a diet focused solely on rapid weight loss.
•I
f your weight increases over the medium term and the body fat percentage falls or stays the same, then you
may have increased valuable muscle mass.
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f your weight and body fat percentage fall simultaneously, then your diet is working – you are losing fat mass.
•Ideally you should support your diet with physical activity, fitness or power training. This way you can increase
your muscle percentage over the medium term.
•Body fat, body water, or muscle percentages should not be added (certain elements of muscle tissue also
contain body water).
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9. Troubleshooting
Error display Possible causes of errorsCorrection of errors
“0-Ld”The maximum capacity of 441 lb (200 kg,
“Err”The electrical resistance between the conduc
“Lo”Low Power.Change the battery.
31 st : 7 lb
tors and the soles of the feet is too high (e.g.
in the case of thick calluses or too dry soles).
The fat percentage is outside the measurable
range (less than 5 % or greater than 65 %).
The water percentage is outside the
measurable range (less than 25 % or greater
than 75 %).
The muscle percentage is outside the measur
able range (age and gender related).
No display.Battery is empty, battery was inserted
Scale shows unrealistic results.Wait until scale switches off automatically.
) has been exceeded.
Weigh only the maximum permissible
weight.
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Repeat the measurement barefoot.
If necessary, remove the calluses from the
soles of your feet.
Repeat the measurement barefoot.
If necessary, remove the calluses from the
soles of your feet.
Repeat the measurement barefoot.
If necessary, remove the calluses from the
soles of your feet.
Repeat the measurement barefoot.
If necessary, remove the calluses from the
soles of your feet.
incorrectly or the scale is broken.
Repeat measurement.
Place the scale on level flooring (no carpet).
Don’t move during weighing.
10. Cleaning, maintenance and disposal
•C
lean the scale occasionally with a damp cloth.
•Do not use aggressive cleaning agents and never submerge the scale. The unit is not waterproof. Do not
immerse the unit in water and do not spill water over the unit. If your scale accidentally gets wet immediately
dry it.
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tore the unit in a safe and dry location. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, extreme hot or cold temperatures or humidity. Thoroughly dry any moisture off the unit before storing. Store the unit safely out of the
reach of children. Do not subject the unit to strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the floor. Always fol
low the instructions provided in this manual.
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isposal
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bserve the local regulations for material disposal. Dispose of the device in accordance with local
r
egulations. If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.
11. Technical specifications
Battery type 4 x 1.5 V batteries AAA
Measuring range 4.4 lb to 441 lb (2 kg to 200 kg, 0st : 4lb to 31st : 7lb)
Weight unit 0.2 lb/100 g/0.01 st
Body fat, water, muscle percentage unit 0.1%
Electrical current of B.I.A. 5 μA / 1V max
Fat percentage range 5 % to 65 %
Water percentage range 25 % to 75 %
Muscle percentage range 25 % to 80 %
Temperature operating range 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C)
Storage temperature range -4 °F to 140 °F (-20 °C to 60 °C)
Subject to technical modifications.
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12. FCC Compliance Statement
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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eorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•I
ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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onnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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onsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
13. Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty for original purchaser
Your Beurer Glass Body Analysis Scale, Model BF 525, excluding the battery, is warranted to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for the life of the product under normal conditions of intended use and service.
This warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser and does not extend to retailers or subsequent owners.
We will, at our option, repair or replace the Beurer Glass Body Analysis Scale, Model BF 525, without additional
charge, for any part or parts covered by these written warranties. No refunds will be given. Repair or replacement
is our only responsibility and your only remedy under this written warranty. If replacement parts for defective
materials are not available, Beurer reserves the right to make product substitutions in lieu of repair or replacement.
For warranty service contact our customer service department at 1-800-536-0366 or at info@beurer.com to provide a description of the problem. If the problem is deemed to be within the scope of the limited lifetime warranty,
you will be asked to mail the product at your costs in its original package with proof of purchase, your name,
address and phone number. If the problem is not deemed to be within the scope of the limited lifetime warranty,
we will provide a quotation for repair respectively replacement and return shipping fee.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of unauthorized
accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation; misapplication; lack of reasonable care with respect
to the product; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of electrical/power supply; old worn battery;
normal wear; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part as a result of failure
to comply with instructions for use or to provide manufacturer’s recommended maintenance; transit damage;
theft; neglect; vandalism; or environmental conditions; loss of use during the period the product is at a repair
facility or otherwise awaiting parts or repair; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of
Beurer. This warranty is void if the product is ever used in a commercial or business environment. The maximum
liability of Beurer under this warranty is limited to the purchase price actually paid by the customer for the product covered by the warranty, as confirmed by proof of purchase, regardless of the amount of any other direct or
indirect damage suffered by the customer.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the country in which the product is
purchased. A product that requires modifications or adaptation to enable it to operate in any other country than
the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products dam
aged by these modifications is not covered under this warranty.
THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS APPLICABLE WRITTEN WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
IN NO EVENT SHALL BEURER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ANY OTHER
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THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Beurer does not authorize anyone, including, but not limited to, retailers, the subsequent consumer purchaser of
the product from a retailer or remote purchaser, to obligate Beurer in any way beyond the terms set forth herein.
This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged and/or resealed prod
ucts, including but not limited to sale of such products on Internet auction sites and/or products by surplus or
bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate in connection with
any products or parts thereof which are repaired, replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior explicitly writ
ten consent of Beurer.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
For more information regarding our product line in the USA, please visit: www.beurer.com
Distributed by:
Beurer North America LP
900 N Federal Highway, Suite 300
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
www.beurer.com
Questions or comments? Call toll free 1-800-536-0366 or contact info@beurer.com
Made in China.
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