Crane MD 14659 User Manual

User Guide

Body fat scale

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Contents

4 Introduction

4 Legend of symbols and key words used in these instructions

5 About this scale

5 Package contents

5 Safety instructions

7 Notes on measurements

12 Getting started

13 Overview

15 Presettings

16 Measuring weight

16 Carrying out a body analysis measurement

18 Error messages

18 Cleaning your scale

19 Disposal

20 Technical data

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1 Introduction

Please read these operating instructions carefully before using the
scale for the first time, paying special attention to the safety
information.

This scale should only be used as designated and described in these
instructions.

Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Always include these instructions if passing the scale on.

Please also keep your original cash register receipt as it may be
needed as proof of purchase to validate your warranty.

2 Legend of symbols and key words

used in these instructions

CAUTION!

Please note the following guidelines to avoid potential injuries
and/or property damage!

ATTENTION!

Please note the following guidelines to avoid property damage!

NOTICE!

Additional information on using this scale.

• Bulleted item/information on operating steps and results

 Tasks to be performed

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3 About this scale

As well as measuring your weight, your Crane Sports body fat scale allows you
to carry out comparative measurements of body fat, body water, muscle mass,
bone mass and body mass index as well as measure progress toward your
target weight.

This scale is not a medical product and is not intended for clinical use. Do not
use this scale for medical diagnosis. It is intended solely for personal home
use. You should discuss any health concerns with a licensed health care
provider.

4 Package contents

After unpacking, ensure that the following parts have been supplied:

• Body Fat Scale

• 1 x 3 V button cell battery, size CR 2032 (already installed)

• Instruction Manual & Warranty

5 Safety instructions

Unauthorized persons

CAUTION!

The following people should not use this scale:

− Pregnant women

− Children under six years of age

− Individuals who have fitted pacemakers or other implanted
medical devices

− Individuals who are suffering from fever

− Individuals with swollen legs or oedema, severe water
retention or heavily dehydrated

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General

Only place the scales on an firm level surface.

Protect the scale from moisture.

Do not stand on the scale when your feet or body are wet. Always
stand on the center of the scale.

Place your feet on the metal measuring surfaces so the scale can
measure your body fat and water.

Step on the scale only barefoot.

Do not put weights on the scale unless you are measuring them and
do not store items on it.

• Do not store the scale in a vertical position.

• Do not continue using the scale under any circumstances if it is damaged
as you could injure yourself.

• Do not use the scale under extreme temperature conditions.

Handling batteries properly

The scale is powered by a 3 V button cell battery, size CR 2032.

• Batteries can be fatal if swallowed. If a battery is swallowed, please obtain
immediate medical assistance.

• Before inserting the battery, check that the contacts in the scale and on
the battery are clean and, if necessary, please clean them.

• Only use new batteries.

• Do not use rechargeable batteries.

• Never try to recharge normal batteries. There is a risk of explosion.

• Store batteries in a cool, dry place. Strong direct heat can damage
batteries. Therefore, never place the scale on sources of heat (e.g.
radiators) or in direct sunlight.

• Never throw batteries into a fire.

• If the scale is not going to be used for long periods of time, remove the
batteries.

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• Remove dead batteries immediately from the scale.

• Remove a leaking battery from the scale immediately. Clean the contacts
before inserting a new battery. There is a risk of chemical burns due to
battery acid.

Never carry out repairs yourself

CAUTION!

Never try to open and/or repair the scale yourself. In the event of a
fault, contact our Service Center.

6 Notes on measurements

Please consult a physician with any questions.

Functionality

The body fat scale displays the percentage of muscle mass, body fat, body
water and bone mass in relation to total body weight. The standing area of the
scale has electrodes which measure body fat by means of the body’s electric
resistance. Lean body tissue has a lower resistance than fatty body tissue.
The scale automatically compares the body fat measured to the person’s body
height, age, sex and total weight. This results in the body fat value.

Body fat

Too much body fat is unhealthy. What is more important is that a high body
fat level is usually accompanied by an increased blood fat level and this
dramatically increases the risk of various illnesses, such as diabetes, coronary
artery disease, high blood pressure, etc.

However, if the body fat percentage is too low this is also unhealthy. In
addition to subcutaneous fat tissue, the body also creates important fat
deposits to protect internal organs and safeguard important metabolic
functions. If these essential fat reserves are used, it can lead to metabolic
disorders, for instance, an increased risk of osteoporosis.

The normal body fat level varies with age and gender. The normal value for
women is around 10% higher than for men. As we get older, our bodies break
down muscle mass and this increases the body fat level.

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Percentage of body fat to total weight

Female

Age Low body fat

percentage

6–12 < 7 7–19 19–25 > 25
13–19 < 20 20–31 31–37 > 37
20–39 < 21 21–32 32–38 > 38
40–59 < 23 23–34 34–40 > 40
60 and

older

< 25 25–36 36–42 > 42

Athlete 12–25

Low body

Age

fat

percentage

6–12 < 7 7–18 18–25 > 25
13–19 < 8 8–19 19–25 > 25
20–39 < 9 9–20 20–26 > 26
40–59 < 11 11–22 22–28 > 28
60 and

older

< 13 13–24 24–30 > 30

Athlete 3–15

Normal

body fat

percentage

Male

Normal

body fat

percentage

High body

fat

percentage

High body

fat

percentage

Very high body
fat percentage

Very high body
fat percentage

Body water

About 60% of an adult’s body is made up of water. This varies according to
certain factors: older people have a lower water level than younger people,
and men have a higher water level than women. The difference between men
and women is based on women’s higher body fat mass. As the majority of the
body water is found in the fat-free mass (73% of the fat-free mass is water)
and the water content of fat tissue is naturally very low (around 10% of fat
tissue is water), when the body fat ratio is high the body water ratio falls
automatically.

A 5% loss of water can reduce body energy by 20–30%. Drink at least 8 cups
of liquid every day.

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