HoMedics SC-535 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Tri-Fitness™Plus

HealthStation

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Know exactly what you’re made of.

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How are Body Fat (BF), Total Body Water (TBW), and Muscle Mass (MM) % Estimated?

This HealthStation uses BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis) to measure BF%, TBW% and MM%.
BIA sends an unnoticeable, low intensity electrical signal through the body. The signal is very low
and causes no bodily harm. The signal flows with a different degree of difficulty depending upon the
individual’s body fat level. This difficulty is called electrical impedance and is how BF%, TBW% and
MM% can be estimated.

Why is Measuring Your Body Fat % Important?

The goal in proper weight loss is to increase lean muscle mass (which is the shape and contour of
your body) and to decrease body fat for a higher burning metabolism.

There are two basic types of body fat: essential fat and storage fat.

Essential Fat is needed for normal, everyday physiological functions within the human body. It is
located in and around muscle tissues, nerve cells, bone marrow, intestines, liver and lungs. Without
essential fats, normal body functions begin to degrade and ultimately shut down.

Storage Fat is found and stored just below the skin’s surface and around major organs. Storage fat
acts as an insulator for the body

, provides energy for metabolism and is a cushion against trauma.
Men tend to have storage fat around the waistline and women tend to carry storage fat in the hips
and upper thighs. Though some storage fat is necessary for normal body functions, excessive
amounts can be detrimental to your health and overall quality of life.

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-SC535

Dirección postal:

HoMedics
Service Center Dept. 168
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI
48390

Correo electrónico:
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Traditionally, total body weight determined whether or not a person was obese. However, weight
changes can be affected by both muscle and fat gain/loss. A change in weight alone does not tell
you whether it was a gain/loss of muscle or fat. In weight management, you want to maintain
muscle mass while body fat is lost. Monitoring BF% is an important step toward successful weight
management and body health.

This instrument is a personal monitor and should be used in a consistent manner for the most
accurate reading. While readings might vary between this analyzer and other methods of measure­ment (hydro-densitometry or hand held calipers), your

changes in body fat percentage shown by

this instrument will be reflected accurately.

The optimal Body Fat % of an individual varies according to age and gender. Use the table below
as a guide:

Why is Measuring Your Total Body Water Percentage Important?

Monitoring your level of body water can be a useful tool for health maintenance. The more lean
muscle you gain as you exercise and get in shape, the lower your body fat and the higher your
body water will be.

Water is an essential body component and is one of the body’s overall health indicators. It makes
up approximately 50-70% of the body’s weight and is present proportionally more in lean tissue as
compared to fat tissue.

For example:
73% of lean muscle tissue is water
80% of blood is water
25% of fat is water

Additionally, water is a medium for biochemical reactions that regulate body functions

• Removes waste products from cells for excretion in urine and sweat

• Provides form to cells which helps maintain body temperature

• Provides moisture to skin, mucous membranes and cushions vital organs

• Lubricates joints and is a component of many body fluids

• Helps flush fat (triglycerides) out of your system

• Helps you feel full and reduces your appetite

• Aids in proper digestion and helps prevent constipation

• Helps reduce the chances of developing kidney stones

The normal TBW% of an individual varies according to BF% and gender. The table below may be
used as a guide:

Your TBW% may vary according to your hydration level. For better accuracy, avoid changes in
hydration level before taking a measurement. The accuracy in estimating TBW% will also decrease
for individuals suffering from illnesses where water tends to accumulate in the body. Please
remember that the scale represents only a good approximation of your total body water.

Why Should I Know My Muscle Mass %?

According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ASCM), lean muscle mass may decrease
by nearly 50 percent between the ages of 20 and 90. If you don't do anything to replace that loss,
you're losing muscle and increasing fat. It is also important to know your muscle mass % during
weight reduction. At rest, the body burns approximately 50 additional calories for each pound of
muscle gained. Some advantages of gaining muscle mass include:

• Reversing the decline in strength, bone density and muscle mass that accompanies age

• Maintenance of flexible joints

• Guide weight reduction when combined with a healthy diet

The normal muscle mass for men is greater than 40%. For women, normal muscle mass is
greater than 34%.

What is BMR?

Your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) is the energy (measured in calories) expended by the body,
at rest, to maintain normal body functions. This continual work makes up about 60-70% of the
calories the body uses, and includes the beating of your heart, respiration, and the maintenance
of body temperature. Your BMR is influenced by a number of factors, including age, weight, height,
gender, dieting and exercise habits.

Why Should I Know My BMR?

If you know how many calories your body needs to function, you can calculate exercise and calorie
consumption into your diet and weight loss program to ensure that you are eating and exercising
at your proper level.

BODY FAT % RANGES FOR MEN

Rating

Age

20-29

<13
14-20
21-23

>23

30-39

<14
15-21
22-24

>24

40-49

<16
17-23
24-26

>26

50-59

<17
18-24
25-27

>27

60+

<18
19-25
26-28

>28

Low

Optimal

Moderate

High

BODY FAT % RANGES FOR WOMEN

Rating

Age

20-29

<19
20-28
29-31

>31

30-39

<20
21-29
30-32

>32

40-49

<21
22-30
31-33

>33

50-59

<22
23-31
32-33

>34

60+

<23
24-32
33-35

>35

Low

Optimal

Moderate

High

† Source: University of Illinois
Department of Food Science
and Human Nutrition. Body
Fat Percentage Calculator.
www.ag.uiuc.edu/~food-lab
/ai/bfc.html

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BODY WATER CHART

B

F % Range Optimal TBW % Range

Men

Women

4

to 14%
15 to 21%
22 to 24%
25 and over
4 to 20%
21 to 29%
30 to 32%
33 and over

7

0 to 63%
63 to 57%
57 to 55%
55 to 37%
70 to 58%
58 to 52%
52 to 49%
49 to 37%

†† Source: Derived
from Wang &
Deurenberg: “Hydration
of fat-free body mass”.
American Journal Clin
Nutr 1999; 69 833-841.

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You can boost your BMR by building muscle and reducing body fat. This increases the body's
ability to burn more calories while the body is at rest. When you raise your BMR, your body is less
likely to store fat. The amount of increase in BMR varies from person to person, but even a modest
increase in activity should cancel out the body's tendency to decrease BMR when you cut calories
in your diet.

Note: Ideal body fat content, total body water, muscle mass, BMR and exercise guidelines
are not the same for all people. Age, sex, heredity and overall health are variables in this
measurement. Always consult your physician to determine what is most ideal for you.

Fitness Levels

This HealthStation has three fitness levels for more precise readings.

Fitness Level 1

• Normal mode

• Use at the beginning of an exercise/diet program

• Person with relatively low level of activity

• Physical activity: less than 2 times per week, less than 20 minutes per session

Fitness Level 2

• Use as you progress through an exercise/diet program when benefits of overall fitness
are achieved.

• Physical activity: moderate daily exercise; 5 times per week, at least 20 minutes per session

Fitness Level 3

• Highly active individual with high endurance and strength

• Physical activity: 5 times per week, at least 60 minutes per session

When Should I Use the Body Fat, Body Water and Muscle Mass Functions?

For maximum accuracy and repeatability, it is recommended that the body fat, body water and
muscle mass functions be used at approximately the same time of day, under the same circum-
stances, e.g. before breakfast in the morning. It is also a good practice to avoid swings in the
body’s hydration level prior to taking the measurement. By establishing the pattern of your body’s
fluctuation over a period of one month, you can determine your average level of body fat, body
water and muscle mass %. Women will have more fluctuation in water content than men and need
to monitor their reading over a longer time period to establish a personal average. You must
determine this as a reference point before measuring progress in a health program.

You must wait several hours before taking a reading when

: drinking coffee or alcohol, taking
diuretic medications or exercising. These all affect your level of hydration and the accuracy
of this analyzer.

The condition of the skin on the bottom of your feet can also affect the reading. The natural
effects of aging or activity can mak

e this skin hard. Take the reading with clean, slightly moist feet

for best accuracy.

Caution

BIA method determines your body fat, body water and muscle mass % by sending a harmless signal
through the body. Do not use this product if you have a

pacemaker, artificial limbs, contraceptive
devices, metal plates/screws or other internal medical devices. When in doubt, contact your
physician.

This HealthStation will give accurate body fat, body water, and muscle mass % plus BMR for
a majority of people, but it is not intended for use by the following groups:

Children: Anyone under 10 years of age
Pregnant Women

Battery Information

Your unit has a lithium battery installed that will provide a long life of operation when used in
a typical household. Under heavy usage, the battery may eventually need to be replaced.
Remove the battery if the product is not used for a long time.

Prior to Use

Remove red tab on bottom of unit to activate battery.
This can be done without opening battery compartment.

Getting Started

Select pounds (Lb/in), kilograms (Kg/cm) or stones (St/in) using the slide switch on the bottom
of the unit.

Weight Measurement Only

You can use this function anytime-with shoes or without- by stepping on the HealthStation.

Place the analyzer on a firm, flat surface to achieve best accuracy.

Step onto the analyzer and stand still while your weight is calculated.
Your weight will be displayed on the LCD screen as shown below

The unit will turn off by itself after use.

Programming Personal Data into Memory

NOTE: In Personal Data mode, the unit returns to standby mode if no button is pressed within

30 seconds.

Press 'Set' button; the number P-01 will appear and flash.
Use the ( ) or ( ) button to select a user number between P

-01 and P-10. Press

'Set' to confirm.

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