Escali BFBW180 User Manual
PRODUCT
MANUAL
Ultra Slim
Body Composition Scale
Model # BFBW180
www.escali.com
Thank you for choosing the Escali BFBW180 Body Composition Digital Scale. This stateof-the-art, precision measuring instrument is only accurate when used on hard, flat and
level surfaces. This scale will not function correctly on carpet. The electronic sensors are
very sensitive; avoid dropping or jarring the scale, and please keep it where it will be
protected from impact.
Warning!
Do not use this product if you have a pacemaker or other
internal electronic medical devices.
INITIAL SETUP: CREATING & EDITING USER PROFILES
1. Remove the insulating plastic strip from the battery compartment. Ensure the batteries are properly seated within the +/- terminals.
2. Press the UNIT button on the base of the scale to select your desired unit of measure; pounds (lb), kilograms (kg) or stones (st).
3. To set up a new user profile (or edit an existing profile) press ENTER and use the
LEFT or RIGHT arrow buttons located on the side of the scale to select a profile
number. Press ENTER to confirm.
4. “CLrN” will appear on display. Using the arrow buttons on the side, select “N” to con-
tinue, or “Y” to reset your profile. Press ENTER to confirm.
5. Select your gender using the LEFT or RIGHT arrow buttons (Activate Athlete Mode
by selecting your gender with the accompanied running figure). Press ENTER to
confirm.
6. Select your height using the LEFT or RIGHT arrow buttons and press ENTER to
confirm.
7. Select your age using the LEFT or RIGHT arrow buttons and press ENTER to confirm.
8. When the display shows zero weight, step on the scale with clean and dry bare feet.
The scale will measure your weight and then calculate your body composition.
This body scale can save up to 8 unique user profiles. To program additional pro-
Note:
files, follow steps 3 through 8.
SHOULD I ACTIVATE ATHLETE MODE?
Activate Athlete Mode if you exercise at least 10 hours per week and have been doing so
consistently for the last 6 months, or longer.
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MEASURING BODY WEIGHT & BODY COMPOSITION
1. To use the scale, stand still on the center of the platform with clean and dry bare
feet touching each of the metal foot placers. After a few seconds the scale will display your weight.
2. Next, the scale will automatically select your user profile and calculate your body
composition while an “o” scrolls across the display.
3. Finally, the scale will display your current body composition measurements. You
may now step off the scale. The scale will cycle through your weight, body fat, body
water, muscle mass and bone density measurements three times before turning
off.
The scale will automatically select your user profile to calculate your body com-
Note:
position by comparing your current body weight measurement to previous body weight
measurements from each user profile. If your current body weight changes by more
than 7 pounds from your previous measurement, or if your body weight is within 7
pounds of another user profile, then you will need to manually select your user profile
number with the corresponding
play your current body composition.
LEFT
or
RIGHT
arrow buttons before the scale will dis-
HOW DOES THE SCALE MEASURE BODY COMPOSITION?
This scale uses Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technology to measure body
composition. BIA technology sends an unperceivable electronic signal through your
body to calculate your body fat, body water and muscle mass percentages. Do not use
this scale if you have a pacemaker or other internal electronic medical device.
HOW DO I GET THE MOST ACCURATE RESULTS?
Hydration levels fluctuate throughout the day and are affected by eating, drinking and
exercise. As a result, for maximum accuracy and repeatability, it is recommended that
this scale is used at the same time of day under the same conditions to establish a personal average. These readings are a close indication, and not an exact value. Please
consult your doctor for more information.
MEASUREMENTS DURING WEIGHT LOSS
During weight loss, body fat percentages may not change as expected since the reading is a percentage of body fat compared to body weight, and both could be changing at
the same time. To minimize the loss of lean body tissue, be sure to include exercise in
your weight loss plan.
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BODY FAT PERCENTAGE (5%-60% x 0.1%) — SUGGESTED RANGES
Standard for Men:
Rating
20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+
Age
Low <13% <14% <16% <17% <18%
Normal 13-20% 14-21% 16-23% 17-24% 18-25%
Moderately High 20.1-23% 21.1-24% 23.1-26% 24.1-27% 25.1-28%
High >23% >24% >26% >27% >28%
Standard for Women:
Rating
20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+
Age
Low <19% <20% <21% <22% <23%
Normal 19-28% 20-29% 21-30% 22-31% 23-32%
Moderately High 28.1-31% 29.1-32% 30.1-33% 31.1-34% 32.1-35%
High >31% >32% >33% >34% >35%
MUSCLE MASS PERCENTAGE — SUGGESTED RANGES
Men Approximately 40% of total body weight.
Women Approximately 30% of total body weight.
BODY WATER PERCENTAGE (43%-73% x 0.1%) — SUGGESTED RANGES
Actual Body Fat Range Optimal Body Water Range
4% to 14% 63% to 70%
14% to 21% 57% to 63%
22% to 24% 55% to 57%
Men
Women
BONE MASS PERCENTAGE — SUGGESTED RANGES
The average bone mass percentage for both men and women is between 4% to 5% of
total body weight.
25% and over 37% to 55%
4% to 20% 58% to 70%
21% to 29% 52% to 58%
30% to 32% 49% to 52%
33% and over 37% to 49%
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PROPER USE & CARE
Use and stow the scale at room temperature.
Do not submit the scale to shaking, excessive vibration, or other rough treatment;
use on a flat and stable surface.
The display may be affected by electromagnetic disturbances such as radios, micro-
waves, or cell phones. If such disturbances occur, remove the source of the disturbance, and restart the scale.
Disassembling, or tampering with the scale voids the warranty.
Clean the scale with a damp cloth; do not submerge in liquid; scale is not water-
proof.
Failure to insert batteries in the correct polarity, as indicated in the battery compart-
ment, may shorten the life of the batteries or cause batteries to leak.
Do not mix Alkaline, Standard (Carbon-Zinc) or Rechargeable (Nickel Cadmium) or
(Nickel Metal Hydride) batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Batteries should be recycled or disposed of as per state and local guidelines. Do not
dispose of batteries in fire.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
This device is intended for adults and children (10-17 years old) to measure weight and
use bio-electrical impedance analysis (BIA) technology to estimate body fat, total body
water percentage, bone mass and muscle mass in a home environment.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING MESSAGES
“- - - -” — Overload
Solution: Stop using the scale for measurement.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model: BFBW180
Capacity: 400 lb / 180 kg
Increments: 0.2 lb / 0.1 kg
Product Dimensions:
14 x 14 x 1 in / 35 x 35 x 2.4 cm
Power Source: Two CR2032 batteries (included)
ESCALI CORPORATION
3203 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 150
Burnsville, MN 55306
USA
PRODUCT SUPPORT
24/7 Online support: https://escali.zendesk.com
Email support: feedback@escali.com
Phone support: 1-800-467-6408
LIFETIME LTD. WARRANTY
This scale is guaranteed to be free of defects in materials and workmanship.
For more details visit: www.escali.com/warranties
Escali’s liability is limited to two (2) times the cost of the product.
© Escali Corp., Minneapolis, MN, USA. All rights reserved. Escali, the Escali logo and
other Escali marks are owned by Escali Corp. and may be registered.
FCC USER GUIDE INFORMATION
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 guar-
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antee 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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver;
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-
nected;
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
Radio Transmitters (Part 15)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Caution
The Escali BFBW180 Ultra Slim Body Composition Bathroom Scale offers you a seamless way to manage your health. Please be aware that this device is designed for adults’ self-measuring and selfmonitoring body fat and hydration levels. Any information provided by this device is in no way meant to
treat, cure or prevent any disease or illness from happening. This device should not be used by anyone
who is acutely or chronically ill, suffering from a disease or taking medications that affect your water
levels. The accuracy of readings for these patients has not been verified. Specific medical advice
should be obtained from a physician.
Before diet and exercise, you must first find a professional medical guide.
The Escali BFBW180 is equipped with data transmission function. It may emit electromagnetic
energy so as to perform its intended function. Nearby portable and mobile RF communications
equipment can affect the performance of the device.
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the measuring accuracy of the
Escali BFBW180.
Kindly note that the use of accessories, transducers or cables other than those specified, with
internal components, may result in increased EMISSIONS or decreased IMMUNITY of the device.
Be aware that misuse of electrical equipments can cause electric shock, burns, fire and other
hazards. Please do not use the device in a flammable gas environment.
Warning that the Escali BFBW180 should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equip-
ment.
Manufacturer will make available on request circuit diagrams, component parts list, etc.
WARNING: No modifications of this equipment is allowed.
During using the scale, the patient will contact with the surface and the electrode of the scale. The
surface and the electrode of the scale is type BF Applied part.
The device doesn’t need to be calibrated in five years lifetime.
Do not touch the output of the batteries when using the analyzer.
The patient is an intended operator. The patient can perform all the operations in the manual,
such as measurement, data transmitting, changing batteries.
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Product Name BFBW180 Ultra Slim Body Composition Scale
Dimension Scale: 14 x 14 x 1 in / 350 x 350 x 24.5 mm (Approximately)
Net Weight 3.85 lb / 1.75 kg (Approximately)
Display LCD
Measurement Unit Pound (lb) / Kilogram (kg) / Stone (st)
Measurement Range 11 lb to 400 lb / 5 kg to 180 kg / 0 st: 11 lb to 28 st: 5 lb
Division 0.2 lb / 0.1 kg / 0 st: 1 lb
Accuracy 50kg: ±0.3kg; 100kg: ±0.4kg; 150kg: ±0.5kg; 180kg: ±0.7kg
Working Environment
Storage Environment
Power Source 6V (Two CR2032-size Batteries)
Turn on Method Instant On Technology
Auto-OFF The scale will turn off after about 15 seconds if there is no operation.
Accessories 1. Two CR2032-size batteries; 2. User Manual
Mode of Operation Continuous Operation
Degree of Protection Type BF applied part
Software Version A0
Protection against Ingress of Water IP21
Temperature: 41°F to 104°F / 5°C to 40°C; Relative Humidity: ≤90% RH;
Atmospheric Pressure: 86 kPa to 106 kPa
Temperature: -4°F to 140°F / -20°C to 60°C; Relative Humidity: ≤90% RH;
Atmospheric Pressure: 50 kPa to 106 kPa
Symbol for “THE OPERATION GUIDE MUST
BE READ”
Symbol for “TYPE BF APPLIED PARTS” Symbol for “DIRECT CURRENT”
Symbol for “SERIAL NUMBER” Symbol for “ENVIRONMENT PROTEC-
Symbol for “MANUFACTURE DATE”
Symbol for “MANUFACTURER”
TION—Waste electrical products should
not be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist. Check
with your local authority or retailer for
recycling advice.”
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