Fora W310, W320 Manal

FORA W310 / W320

Weight Scale

English

311-0000000-011

Version 1.0 2011/04

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Thank you for purchasing the FORA W310 / W320 Weight Scale. This

instruction manual provides important information which helps you use

this device smoothly. If you have any other questions regarding this

product, please contact the place of purchase.

1. Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this manual.

2. Read all the instructions and information in this manual before using

this device.

3. Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or damaged.

4. Consult your physician or healthcare provider before beginning a

weight loss or exercise program.

5. Consult your physician before using this device if you are pregnant.

6. Do NOT step on the edge of the weighing platform or jump on the

weighing platform.

7. Do NOT step on the weighing platform when your body or feet are

wet.

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8. Do not use the device on slippery surfaces such as wet oors.

9. Do NOT use cell phones, microwaves or other devices that gener-

ate strong electrical or electromagnetic elds near the device. This

may result in an operational failure.

10.Do NOT disassemble or try to modify the device.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN 05

Body Mass Index 05

Recommended Measurement Time 05

Contents of the System 06

Scale Overview 06

Screen Display 08

SETTING THE SCALE 09

Setting the Unit of Weight 09

Adjusting Scale Settings 10

TAKING MEASUREMENTS 12

Before Measuring 12

Measuring the Body Mass Index (BMI) 13

Measuring Weight Only 15

SCALE MEMORY 16

MAINTENANCE 17

Low Battery Signal 17

Replacing the Battery 18

Cleaning 19

Scale Storage 19

SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 20

Error Messages 20

SPECIFICATIONS 21

SYMBOL INFORMATION 22

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Body Mass Index

The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number that is often called upon to
evaluate body weight.

Recommended Measurement Time

To obtain an accurate reading, we recommend that you always take
the measurement in the same environment and at the same time of
day. Avoid taking measurements under the following conditions:

• Immediately after a bath or exercise

• After drinking alcohol or a large amount of water

• Less than 2 hours after a meal

If you take a measurement under any of the above conditions, the

calculated body composition may be signicantly different from the

actual composition due to changes in water content in the body.

BMI =

BMI =

body weight (Kg )

(height(m))

2

body weight (lb)x703

(height(in))

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W310c-USB Cable

W310b-Bluetooth

W310a-RS232

W310d-No communication

Your new FORA W310/ W320 kit contains:

Scale Overview

Contents of the System

1. Weight Scale

2. Owner's Manual

3. Warranty Card

4. Four 1.5V Alkaline Batteries

(W310) Front

(W310) Back

LCD Screen
Down Button
SET Button

UP Button
Heel Position
Toe Position

Weight Unit Switch
Battery Cover /

Compartment

Data Port
Supporting Stand

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1

4

4

5

5

2

2

3

3

6

6

7

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9

10

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1010

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W320c-USB Cable

W320a-RS232

W320d-No communication

(W320) Front

(W320) Back

LCD Screen
Heel Position

Toe Position
Weight Unit Switch

Battery Cover /
Compartment

Data Port
Supporting Stand

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1

4

4

5

5

2

2

3

3

6

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7

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6

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Screen Display

(W310)

(W320)

Measurement Results

Measurement Results

Height Unit

Weight Unit

Weight Unit

Personal Prole Number

Age Indicator
Gender Indicator

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SETTING THE SCALE

Before using the scale for the rst time, input these settings. To en­sure accuracy, make sure you complete the steps below and save
the desired settings.

► Setting the Unit of Weight

The unit of weight can be set to lb (pounds), st (stones) or kg (kilo-

grams).

You can select the unit of weight by sliding

the switch to the desired unit indication.

When the weight unit is set to pounds or stones, the unit of height will

be automatically set to feet and inches. When the weight unit is set to

kilograms, the unit of height will be automatically set to centimeters.

Ib Stkg

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► Adjusting Scale Settings (for W310 only)

Start with the scale off. Press SET to turn the scale on. All default set-

tings appear on the LCD. The default settings are as follows:

Item Gender Height Age

Setting Female 165cm / 5'4" 25

1. Select the personal prole number.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select a number from P0 to P9. Press SET.

2. Enter the personal prole data.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select the gender of male or female. Press SET.

Press ▲ or ▼ to set the height between 100 cm and 220 cm / 3' 3" and

7' 3". Press SET.

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Press ▲ or ▼ to set the age between 10 and 80. Press SET.

3. Press SET to exit the setting mode.

If you make a mistake before you have nished setting, repeat the

steps from " Select the personal prole number. "

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TAKING MEASUREMENTS

Before Measuring

• Place the scale on a hard, at surface. Soft or uneven ooring (e.g. car-

pets, rugs) may cause the scale to give an inaccurate weight reading.

• Take the measurement with dry feet, and position your feet correctly

on the electrodes. Remove your shoes and socks before stepping onto

the scale.

• Step onto the scale with your feet parallel to each other and your weight

evenly distributed.

• Weigh yourself on the same scale at the same time every day, before

breakfast or before getting dressed.

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Measuring Body Mass Index (BMI)(for W310 only)

1. Press SET or tap on the weighing platform to turn on the scale.

The scale displays the prole setting of the last user.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select the number.

2. The scale displays the prole setting of the last user. Wait for “0.0 kg”

to appear on the LCD.

3. Step onto the weighing platform.

Stand still and distribute your weight evenly while the scale is measur-

ing your weight.

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When the value is stabilized, it will ash three times and the scale will then calcu-

late your BMI.

4. Display the Result.

The scale shows your measurement results as follows:

5. Step off the weighing platform.

The result is saved in the scale memory (W310a, W310b, W310c) and

the scale turns itself off automatically.

Your Weight

Your BMI

BMI Symbol

Gender:Male

Personal Prole Number

Gender:Male

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2. Step onto the weighing platform.

3. Step off the weighing platform.

Your weight is displayed on the LCD screen. The result is saved in the

scale memory (W320a,W320c) and the scale turns itself off automati-

cally.

Measuring Weight only (for W320)

1. Tap on the weighing platform to turn on the scale.

Wait for “0.0 kg” to appear on the LCD.

NOTE

The scale will not work properly if you step on the scales before it

shows . If this happens, please start from the beginning.

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SCALE MEMORY

Your scale stores measurement results with the corresponding per-

sonal prole number in the scale memory.

Results in memory can be transmitted to the personal computer by

either cable or wireless connection for model W310a, W310b, W310c,

W320a, and W320c.

This allows you to transmit and review your measurement data on a

computer for up to 135 sets of measurement results.

During the data transmission, “PCL” appears on the LCD.

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MAINTENANCE

Your scale is supplied four 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries.

► Low Battery Signal

The scale will display the message shown to alert you when the scale

power is running low. This means it is about time to replace the bat-

tery.

WARNING!

If the incorrect type of battery is used, it may cause damage to the

scale.

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When replacing the battery, make sure that the scale is turned off.

1. Press the edge of the battery cover and lift it up.

2. Remove the old batteries and replace them with four 1.5V alkaline batteries

3. Close the battery cover.

NOTE

● Replacing the battery does not affect the test results stored in memory.

● Properly dispose of the batteries according to your local environmental

regulations.

● Batteries may leak chemicals if left unused for a long time. Remove the

battery if you are not going to use the device for an extended period (i.e.

3 months or more).

► Replacing the Battery

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► Cleaning

1. To clean the outside of the scale, wipe it with a slightly damped cloth

and water or a mild cleaning agent, then dry the device with a soft dry

cloth. Do NOT immerse the device in water.

2. Do NOT use chemical or organic solvents to clean the scale.

3. Wipe the scale clean at once if any grease, sauce, vinegar, juice or

other substances that may cause damage are spilt on the scale.

► Scale Storage

● Storage condition: -20°C - 60°C (-4°F -140°F), below 95% relative

humidity.

● Avoid dropping the scale or heavy impact.

● Avoid direct sunlight and high levels of humidity.

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SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING

► Error Messages

MESSAGE WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO

The weighing
subject exceeds the
maximum capacity
of the device.

Remove the weigh­ing subject from the
platform to avoid
damage.

The weighing sub­ject is under detect­able range.

Review the instruc­tions and repeat the
measurement.

If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists, or if er-

ror messages other than the ones shown above appear, please contact

local customer service. Do not attempt to repair the device by yourself

and do not try to disassemble the scale under any circumstances.

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SPECIFICATIONS

General Information

Model no. FORA W310/ W320

Power source Four 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries

Dimensions & Weight 338 (L) x 338 mm (W) x 35.7 mm (H), 2300g

without batteries

Size of LCD 83 (L) x 43(W) (mm)

LCD backlit LCD

Range Gender: Male / Female

Height: 3’ 3” to 7’ 3” / 100 to 220 cm

Age: 10 to 80
Weight: 6.61 to 396 lb / 3 to 180 kg

Operating conditions 5 °C - 40 °C (41°F - 104°F), below 85% R.H.

Storage conditions -20 °C - 60 °C (-4°F - 140°F), below 95% R.H.

Battery life At least 180 measurements (3 minutes each

time) or at least 6 months on standby.

User prole 10 individuals (for W310 Series only)

Immediate memory recall Shows the last measurement user prole when

entering the memory mode (for W310 Series only)

Weight unit lb / kg / st

Transmission

For FORA W310a RS232 interface cable

For FORA W310b Bluetooth

For FORA W310c USB cable

For FORA W310d No transmission

For FORA W320a RS232 interface cable

For FORA W320c USB cable

For FORA W320d No transmission

This device has been tested to meet the electrical and safety requirements of:
IEC/EN 61010-1, IEC/EN 61326, EN 301 489-17, EN 300 328.

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SYMBOL INFORMATION

Temperature limitation

Symbol Referent

Read instructions before use

Manufacturer

Serial number

Caution, consult accompanying

documents

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