Detecto D217 User Manual

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USERS MANUAL

O V E R

100

Y E A R S

O F MEDIC A L A CC U R A C Y

BLUE BACK LIT

5-IN-1 DIGITAL

BODY FAT SCALE

MODEL D217

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Table of Contents

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USERS..........................................................................................2

PREPARATION OF USE.......................................................................................................3

FUNCTION KEYS..................................................................................................................3

LCD READOUT................................................................................................................... 4

OPERATION........................................................................................................................4

PROGRAM PERSONAL DATA............................................................................................5

OPERATION WITH USER MEMORY..................................................................................6-7

PROBLEM SOLVING AND QUESTIONS............................................................................7-8

ADVICE FOR USE AND CARE............................................................................................8

EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION......................................................................................9-11

Important Notice to Users

• This product is intended for adults and children 10-85 years of age.

• The Athlete Mode is only available for those 15-85 years of age.

• The body fat percentage estimates will vary with the amount of water in the body, and can be affected by dehydration or over-hydration due to such factors as alcohol consumption, menstruation, illness, and intense exercise.

• While readings may vary between this body fat scale and other methods of estimation such as hydro-densitometry or hand-held calipers, your changes in body fat percentage, total body water percentage, muscle mass percentage, and bone mass percentage will be reﬂected accurately.

• This product is not intended for use by pregnant women. The result is inaccurate and the effects on the fetus are unknown.

• The estimates provided are not substitutes for physician assessments.

Consult your physician to determine what body fat percentage, total body water percentage, muscle mass percentage, bone mass percentage and daily calorie intake are most ideal for you.

• Never begin a weight reduction or exercise program without ﬁrst consulting your physician.

• This scale is designed for personal use in a home environment only and is not to be used for professional, commercial or industrial use.

• For body fat and body water estimates, always stand with bare feet.

PREGNANT WOMEN, PEOPLE WITH EDEMA, PEOPLE ON DIALYSIS, OR THOSE USING A HEART PACEMAKER OR OTHER IMPLANTED MEDICAL DEVICE SHOULD NOT USE THIS SCALE

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FUNCTION KEYS POWER

• Turn the scale on or off

SET

• Conﬁrmation button for selection

• Changes value of height and age, toggle between Male and Female, toggle between Normal and Athlete mode in Body Fat function [ ] [ ]

• Select memory 1 - 10 in Memory mode & Recall mode

• Recall settings of memory locations

BACK VIEW

SLIDE SWITCH

Adjust the conversion switch located at the bottom of the scale to change the measuring unit between Kg/cm and Lb/In. User selectable unit: Kg/cm or Lb/In.

BLUE BACKLIT 5-IN-1 DIGITAL BODY FAT SCALE MODEL D217

Congratulations! You have purchased a precision health monitoring product that should provide you with years of accurate use. To assure you obtain the best performance please read the following set-up and use instructions carefully before using the scale.

• Open the battery compartment on bottom of scale. Insert 3AAA batteries according to polarity. If display does not appear when scale is turned on, check this ﬁrst.

• Your bare feet must touch the metal panels on the side of the scale. Accurate measurements will not be displayed if your feet do not make contact with these metal plates.

• Always weigh in bare feet to obtain health readings – body fat, body water, and BMI. If only weight is desired it is not necessary to weigh in bare feet. ERR will appear after the weight is shown for the other health readings if you are not in bare feet.

• Always stand reasonably still. If there is too much movement, the scale cannot provide accurate measurements.

• Place scale on a hard surface. The scale will not weigh accurately on carpet. The body measurements and health and ﬁtness materials are to be used for information purposes only. This health and ﬁtness information is not intended as a substitute for seeking professional ﬁtness and/or medical care.

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Know Your Readout

1. Age

2. Body Water %

3. Height Displayed in Feet/Inches

4. Height Displayed in CM

5. Body Fat % Reading

6. Female Icon

7. Male Icon

8. Weight Readout in Kilograms (Kg), Pounds (Lb)

9. Athlete Mode

10. Normal Mode

11. Calories

12. User Number

13. BMI Readout

14. Back Button

15. POWER Button

16. SET Button

17. Forward Button

The accuracy of the results depends on how you stand on the scale. Position your feet with maximum contact on the metal electrodes on the platform. This ensures the best contact between your feet and the metal contacts. Stay on the scale until the body fat estimation is completed and the result is displayed. Clean, slightly moist feet will provide the best results.

WEIGHING-ONLY OPERATION

1. Step onto the scale and stand still while

the weight is being measured (Fig.1).

2. The screen displays the weight (Fig.2).

3. The scale turns off automatically after use.

OPERATION

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

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PROGRAM PERSONAL DATA

1. Press the key to turn the scale on.

2. Set Memory Press the [] or [] key to select a memory location (1-10 users). Press to conﬁrm.

3. Set Height Press the [] or [] key to adjust the height. Press to conﬁrm.

4. Set Age

Press the [] or [] key to adjust the age. Press to conﬁrm.

5. Select Gender

Press the [] or [] key to toggle between the male ( ) and female ( ) icons.

Press to conﬁrm gender.

6. Select Normal or Athlete Mode

Press the [] or []

key to toggle between normal or athlete. Press to conﬁrm all settings.

NOTE: Athlete mode is only available for those 15-85 years of age. For those aged 14 or under, this step is automatically by-passed. (See Information about Athlete mode on page 11)

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7. All personal information stored to memory will be displayed. The scale will automatically shut off after a few seconds. Your personal information is saved in memory.

Repeat steps 1-7 to set other pre-programmed user numbers.

4. Stand still while the scale measures your weight and estimates your body composition.

The scale features 10 personal memory settings. This allows users to store and recall their own height, age, gender and normal/athlete mode selection. Follow steps in the previous section “Program Personal Data” to input your personal information into a memory location.

A. To Recall Settings from Memory for Body Fat and Total Body Water Estimation

You must have bare feet for estimation results. Remove your shoes and socks before proceeding. Clean, slightly moist feet will provide the best results. Position your feet for maximum contact with the metal electrodes on the platform.

1. Press the key to turn the scale on.

2. Press the [] or [] key to toggle between memory locations (1-10). The screen will show the

previous reading, then “0.0”. (Note: The previous reading for that user number will appear after ﬁrst use.)

3. When “0.0” appears on screen, step on the scale with bare feet, positioning your feet evenly on the scale platform with maximum contact with the metal electrodes.

BODY FAT AND TOTAL BODY WATER ESTIMATING

OPERATION WITH USER MEMORY

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5. Your body fat % (BF), total body water % (W) and weight are displayed. Next your body mass index (BMI) and Cal-max

(Kcal) are displayed.

B. TO TURN OFF THE SCALE

To turn the scale off, press and hold the key for 2 seconds. Or, if no key has been pressed for a few seconds, the scale turns off automatically.

1. No weight is displayed?

Check if the scale is powered up and started up. If not, please refer to the Section “Preparation Before use”.

2. Why does the display read “Lo”?

Battery is running low. Replace the battery.

3. The message displays “Err 0”….

Initialization error. Step off the scale and wait until the scale automatically switches off. Start the scale again by pressing lightly on the scale platform to re-initialize the scale. The display shows “0000” and then turns off. The scale is ready for use again.

4. The message displays “Err 1”….

Instability error. Step off the scale and wait until the scale automatically switches off. Step on the scale to repeat the measurement again, standing still while computation is in process.

5. The message displays “Err 2” when measuring…

Overload warning. Remove the weight immediately; otherwise, permanent damage to the scale will occur.

6. The message displays “Err 3” when estimating body fat and body water values…

Contact error. Impedance cannot be measured. Please make sure that you are standing still on the scale and maintaining maximum contact between your feet and the metal contacts. If not, please refer to “Operation” section. You may need to moisten your feet to improve the electrical contact.

PROBLEM SOLVING AND QUESTIONS

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7. After I tried the corrective actions from Err 1 to Err 3, I still can’t solve the problem …

If Err 1 to Err 5 persists after following the corrective actions, remove and reinsert battery after 1 minute.

8. I have tried all corrective actions, but still can’t solve the problem …

Please contact the Detecto Customer Service at 1-800-336-5282.

ADVICE FOR USE AND CARE

1. The glass platform will be slippery when it is wet. Keep dry.

2. Keep standing still during the course of weighing.

3. Treat the scale with care as it is a precise instrument.

4. Clean the scale with a damp cloth and avoid water getting inside the scale. DO NOT use

chemical/abrasive cleaning agents.

5. Keep the scale in cool place with dry air.

6. If scale fails to turn on, check whether battery is installed properly, or battery power is low.

Insert or replace new battery. Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries (alkaline, carbon zinc, rechargeable).

7. If there is error on display or the scale will not turn off for a long period of time, please take out

the battery for about 3 seconds, then install it again to correct error. If you cannot resolve the problem, please contact Detecto Customer Service for consultation at 800.336.5282.

8. Do not use for commercial purposes.

PROBLEM SOLVING AND QUESTIONS (CONTINUED)

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MALE AGE

Low Average High Low Average High Low Average High Low Average High

20-39 < 8% 9-19% > 19% < 54% 55-65% > 65% < 37% 38-44% > 44% < 15% 16-20% > 20%

40-59 < 11% 12-22% > 22% < 49% 50- 60% > 60% < 35% 36-42% > 42% < 15% 16-20% > 20%

60-79 < 13% 14-25% > 25% < 44% 45- 60% > 60% < 33% 34-40% > 40% < 14% 15-19% > 19%

FEMALE AGE

Low Average High Low Average High Low Average High Low Average High

20-39 < 21% 22-33% > 33% < 49% 50- 60% > 60% < 31% 32-38% > 38% < 14% 1

5-19% > 19%

40-59 < 23% 24-35% > 35% < 44% 45- 55% > 55% < 29% 30-36% > 36% < 14% 15-19% > 19%

60-79

< 24% 25-36% > 36% < 39% 40- 55% > 55% < 28% 29-35% > 35% < 13% 14-18% > 18%

MALE ATHLETE AGE

Low Average High Low Average High Low Average High Low Average High

20-39 < 6% 7-12% > 12% < 57% 58-64% > 64% < 40% 41-48% > 48% < 14% 15-19% > 19%

40-59 < 6% 7-13% > 13% < 51% 52-62% > 62% < 38% 39-46% > 46% < 14% 15-19% > 19%

60-79 < 8% 9-13% > 13% < 49% 50-63% > 63% < 37% 38-

45% > 45% < 13% 14-18% > 18%

FEMALE ATHLETE AGE

Low Average High Low Average High Low Average High Low Average High

20-39 < 14% 15-18% > 18% < 51% 52- 60% > 60% < 33% 34-41% > 41% < 15%

16-20% > 20%

40-59 < 16% 17-20% > 20% < 49% 50- 64% > 64% < 31% 32-39% > 39% < 15% 16-20% > 20%

60-79 < 17% 18-20% > 20% < 49% 50- 64% > 64% < 30% 31-38% > 38% < 14% 15-19% > 19%

BODY FAT %

BODY WATER %

BODY

MUSCLE %

BODY MUSCLE %

BONE MASS %

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GUIDELINES FOR BODY COMPOSITION SCALES

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INFORMATION ABOUT BODY FAT MEASUREMENT

Body fat scales measure body composition with the Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technique. The scale offers an estimated body fat percentage based on how long it takes a small, harmless electrical current to pass through the body. The more fat the electrical current encounters, the higher the body fat percentage is, since fat offers higher resistance to electrical currents than muscle. This is because electrical currents pass easily through the high volume of ﬂuids that muscle tissue contains. The scale receives the results, which are equal to the user’s total body density. The scale then plugs the body density ﬁgure into an equation to determine body fat percentage based on height and weight.

INFORMATION ABOUT BODY FAT

Body fat is an essential part of the body. The fat in your body allows you to absorb the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. Fat also allows you to absorb substances called carotenoids, which act as antioxidants in your body. Body fat also aids with body temperature maintenance and insulation. There is a thin layer of fat directly underneath your skin. This fat layer acts like insulation and helps keep heat inside the body to maintain body temperature. In addition, a layer of fat also surrounds your bones, tissues, nerves and major organs, such as your heart and brain. This layer of fat acts as a protective cushion. If you are exposed to severe trauma or a sudden impact, the fat absorbs as much shock as possible to protect these organs from damage. While some fat is important in keeping your body funct

ioning efﬁciently, too much fat can lead to severe medical problems, including heart disease, heart attack and stroke. The goal of weight loss is to maintain a balanced relationship between muscle mass and body fat. Please consult your physician for speciﬁc information regarding your health and weight loss plan.

INFORMATION ABOUT BODY WATER

Water is clearly the most important nutrient and the most abundant substance in the human body.

Water comprises more than half of the human mass and is a major component in every cell. All the cells in the body, including skin, organs, and muscles can only function if they receive the proper amount of water. Dehydration will degrade a person’s ability to exercise and burn calories, and will reduce protein synthesis which is needed to build or repair muscles. As a guideline, it is recommended that adults consume 64 ounces of water each day. Our table on Page 9 should only be used as a reference towards your ﬁtness regime, diet and ﬂuid intake. As always, please consult your physician.

INFORMATION ABOUT BODY MUSCLE

The muscular system is the body’s network of tissues that controls movement both of the body structures and organs. Without the muscular system, all other essential functions of the body would not be able to take place. Muscles are essential to other body abilities as well, including circulation, digestion, and energy. Building strong muscles is a very important part of your overall health. When you st

rengthen your muscles, you will be able to see and feel the results. In addition, your body fat percentage will also decrease. This scale is designed to give you an accurate percentage of your body’s muscle proﬁle.

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INFORMATION ABOUT BONE MASS

The human skeleton consists of 206 bones. The bones which form the skeleton consist of proteins and mineral substances. Whenever the bones meet in the human body there is a joint formed which performs a special function in the body. Without bones, the human body would not have a shape. Regular exercise is necessary to keep ﬁt and to maintain the abilities of the bones efﬁciently. Exercise makes the muscles stronger and gives power to the body, all while keeping problems of the bones away. The bone mass feature of this scale measures the weight of the bones, or the amount of mineralized tissue in the bones in your body. Please consult your physician for speciﬁc information regarding your health.

INFORMATION ABOUT HEALTHY EATING

Healthy eating is not about strict nutrition philosophies, staying unrealistically thin, or depriving yourself of the foods you love. It’s about feeling great, having more energy, and keeping yourself as healthy as possible– all of which can be achieved by learning some nutrition basics and using them in a way that works for you. Healthy eating starts with learning how to “eat smart”—it’s not just what you eat, but how you eat. Learning the habits of healthy eating can boost your energy, sharpen your memory and stabilize your mood. You can expand your range of healthy food choices and learn how to plan ahead to create and maintain a satisfying, healthy diet.

INFORMATION ABOUT ATHLETE MODE

It has been found that body fat estimation using BIA could overestimate the percentage body fat of adult elite athletes. The physiological varia

tion of athletes in bone density and level of hydration are two of the reasons said to account for the difference. The Athlete mode is selectable only for people 15-85 years old.

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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

Your DETECTO product is warranted to the original consumer only, for the lifetime of the product, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. This product is designed for personal use only. DETECTO, used under license by Lifespan Brands LLC, has the right to nullify the Warranty Agreement should the product be used in a commercial environment. This warranty is void if the product has been tampered with, misused, abused or modified. Our obligation under this Warranty is limited solely to the charge of repairing the product, including the cost of parts, or, at our option, replacing the product with an equivalent model. There are no express or implied warranties except as listed above. DETECTO, USED UNDER LICENSE BY LIFESPAN BRANDS LLC, IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT AND ANY RECOVERY MAY NOT BE GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO A PERIOD OF ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE PURCHASE DATE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty service, you must return the product freight pre-paid, in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection, to DETECTO, used under license by Lifespan Brands LLC, at 1200 Thorndale Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007.

For additional information regarding this product or its warranty, please contact us:

DETECTO is a registered trademark of Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co. and used under license by Lifespan Brands LLC.

Lifespan Brands LLC 1200 Thorndale Ave., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007. 1-800-336-5282

email: service@detectohome.com