Instruction Manual
Full Body Sensor
Body Composition Monitor
and Scale
Model HBF-516
Before Using the Monitor
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Before Using the Monitor
Introduction..................................... ....... ...... ....... ....... ...... ....... ......................... 3
Safety Information ........................................................................................... 4
Information on Body Composition .................................................................. 6
Principles of Full Body Sensing Calculations............................................ 6
Body Mass Index.... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ............................................... ..... 7
Body Fat ........................................................ ....... ...... ................................ 7
Visceral Fat................................................................................................. 8
Resting Metabolism.................................................................................... 9
Skeletal Muscle ............................................. ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ....... ... 10
Body Age...................... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ....... .................................... 10
Long-term Planning for Successful Weight Loss....... ....... ...... ....... ....... ... 11
Recommended Measurement Times ........................................................ 12
Operating Instructions
Know Your Unit............................................................................................. 14
Battery Installation......................................................................................... 17
Setting the Date and Time.............................................................................. 19
Setting Personal Data..................................................................................... 21
Changing Personal Data ........................................................................... 23
Deleting Personal Data............................................................................. 24
How to Take a Measurement.......................................................................... 25
Understanding Your Measurement Results.................................................... 30
How to Measure Weight Only........................................................................ 31
How to Use the Memory Function................................................................. 32
Care and Maintenance
Error Indicators ....................................................................... ...... ....... ....... ... 37
Troubleshooting Tips ..................................................................................... 38
Care and Maintenance.................................................................................... 39
FCC Statement ............................................................................................... 40
Warranty......................................................................................................... 41
Specifications................................................................................................. 42
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the OMRON® HBF-516 Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor and
Scale.
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The Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor and Scale is easy to use. The monitor calculates the
estimated values f or body f at pe rcent age, skel etal muscle perce nta ge, re sting metabo lism a nd vis cer al f at
level using the BI (Bioelectrical Impedance) Method. The monitor also calculates the BMI (Body Mass
Index) and body age as well as weight. Push the power switch on, select your Personal Profile Number,
and step onto the measurement pl atf or m . The per son al memor y function can be used to store data f or up
to four personal profiles. The memory function stores the measurement results for each personal profile
from 1 day , 7 days, 30 days, 90 days and 180 days ago, along with high and low r eadings for eac h type of
measurement result.
Your HBF-516 comes with the following components:
•Monitor/Scale
•Instruction Manual
•4 “AA” Batteries
•Measurement Log Sheet
WARNING
Do not use, or allow others to use, this monitor if fitted with a cardiac pacemaker or other
implanted medical device.
WARNING
Pregnant women should not use this device.
CAUTION
Read all of the information in the instruction manual and any other literature in the box before
operating the unit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
To assure the correct use of the product, basic safety measures should always be followed including the
warnings and cautions listed in this instruction manual.
SAFETY SYMBOLS USED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Indicates a pote ntial ly ha zardou s sit uatio n which , i f not avo ided, could r esult
Warning
Caution
OPERATING THE DEVICE
Do not use this monitor if you have a cardiac pacemaker or other implanted medical device. The Full Body
Sensor Body Composition Monitor and Scale passes an extremely weak electrical current of 50kHz and less
than 500µA through your body when taking a measurement to determine the amount of fat tissue. This weak
current is not felt while using the monitor. Do not use, or allow others to use, this monitor if fitted with a
cardiac pacemaker or other medical device.
Pregnant women should not use this device.
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate i njury to the us er or pat ient or da mage to the equipme nt
or other property.
Contact your physician or healthcare provider before beginning a weight reduction or exercise program.
Keep the monitor out of the reach of young children. The cord can become entangled and cause strangulation.
Persons with disabilities or persons who are physically frail should be assisted by another person when using
this monitor or use a handrail, a walker, or other support device to preven t falling when steppi ng on and of f the
monitor.
Read all of the information in the instruction manual and any other literature in the box before operating the
unit.
Do not use mobile telephones, microwave ovens or other devices that generate strong electrical or
electromagnetic fields near the monitor. This may result in an operational failure.
Do not step on the edge or the display area of the measurement platform. The monitor may tilt. The display unit
may be damaged.
Do not step on the measurement platform when your body or feet are wet, for example after taking a bath or
shower. You may slide and lose your balance.
Do not place the monitor on a cushioned floor surface such as a carpet or mat. A correct meas urem ent may n ot
be possible.
Do not use the unit on slippery surfaces such as tile floors or wet floors. The monitor may move. You may lose
your balance and fall.
Do not jump on the measurement pl atform. You may lose your balance and fall. The monitor may be damage d.
Stand on the measurement platform with bare feet. Attempting to stand on the measurement platform when
wearing socks may cause you to slip and lose your balance.
Do not insert the batteries with their polarities incorrectly aligned.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
OPERATING THE DEVICE (continued)
Do not use new and worn batteries together.
Do not use batteries of a different kind together.
Replace old batteries with new ones immediately. Replace all four batteries at the same time.
Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or more.
Do not expose the batteries to flames or fire.
Should battery fluid leak and contact your eyes, skin or clothing immediately rinse with plenty of clean water.
Immediately contact your physician in case of eye or skin contact.
Dispose of the device, batteries, comp onents and optional accessories according to applicable local regulations.
Unlawful disposal may cause environmental pollution.
Operate the unit only as intended. Do not use for any other purpose.
This unit is intended for home use only. It is not intended for professional use in hospitals or other medical
facilities. This unit does not support the standards required for professional use.
Remove the display unit from main u nit be fore st epping on the unit . If you try t o remove the di splay un it wh ile
stepping on to the unit, you may lose your balance and fall.
Do not hold the handle inside the electrode grips when storing the display unit in the display unit holder. Your
fingers could be trapped between the handle and the unit.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Do not disassemble or modify the unit. Changes or modifications not approved by Omron Healthcare will void
the user warranty.
Do not subject the monitor to strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the floor.
Do not submerge the device or any of the components in water.
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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION
PRINCIPLES OF FULL BODY SENSING CALCULATIONS
What is Full Body Sensing?
Full Body Sensing provides a comprehensive understanding of your body composition to help
you reach and/or maintain your fitness goals. Unlike other body composition monitors that rely
on foot-to-foot measurements, Omron’s monitor measures the whole body (arm to foot) which
provides a clinically-proven accurate profile.
How Omron calculates your body composition:
Omron’s algorithm focuses on the Bioelectrical Impedance Method as well as height, weight,
age and gender.
Bioelectrical Impedance Method: The Omron Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor and
Scale estimates the body fat percentage by the Bioelectrical Impedance Method. Muscles, blood, bones
and body tissues with high wate r cont ent conduct electricity eas il y. On the other hand, body fat does not
store much water, therefore has little electric conductivity. The Omron Full Body Sensor Body
Composition Monitor and Scale sends an extremely weak electrical current of 50 kHz and less than 500
µA through your body to determine the amount of water in each tissue. You will not notice or feel the
electrical curre n t.
The ratios of the water in your upper and lower body change throughout the day – as gravity pulls more
water into yo ur lower extremities. This means the electrical impedance of the body also varies – if more
water is in your legs, other monitors such as foot-to-foot may show incorrect body fat readings. The
Omron Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor and Scale takes measurements from both hands
and feet – which reduces the influence water movement makes on your body composition results.
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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION
BODY MASS INDEX
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI is a reliable
indicator of body f atness f or people . BMI does not measure b ody fat d irectly, but research has shown that
BMI correlates to direc t measures of body fat. BMI i s used as a s creening t ool to ide ntify poss ible weigh t
problems for adults.
BMI is calculated by using the following formula based on a ratio between your weight and height:
BMI = weight (lb) / height (inches) / height (inches) × 703
Interpreting the BMI Result
BMI
Less than 18.5
18.5 or more and less than 25
25 or more and less than 30
30 or more
Source: Values for obesity judgment proposed by WHO, the World Health Organization.
BMI (Designation by the WHO)
- (Underweight)
0 (Normal)
+ (Overweight)
++ (Obese)
BMI Classification Bar
BMI Rating
7.0 - 10.7
10.8 - 14.5
14.6 - 18.4
18.5 - 20.5
20.6 - 22.7
22.8 - 24.9
25.0 - 26.5
26.6 - 28.2
28.3 - 29.9
30.0 - 34.9
35.0 - 39.9
40.0 - 90.0
BODY FAT
Body fat serves a vital role in storing energy and protecting internal organs. We carry two types of fat in
our bodies: 1) essential fat which is stored in small amounts to protect the body and 2) stored fa t which is
stocked for energ y during physical activi ty. While too much body fat may be unhealthy, having too little
fat can be just as unhe althy. Also, the distribution of body fat in men a nd women is different, so the ba sis
for classifying the body fat percentage is different between the genders.
Interpreting the Body Fat Percentage Result
Gender Age Low (–) Normal (0) High (+) Very High (++)
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20-39
Female
40-59
60-79
20-39
Male
40-59
60-79
Source: NIH/WHO guidelines for BMI
Source: Gallagher et al., American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 72, Sept. 2000
< 21.0 21.0 - 32.9 33.0 - 38.9
< 23.0 23.0 - 33.9 34.0 - 39.9
< 24.0 24.0 - 35.9 36.0 - 41.9
< 8.0 8.0 - 19.9 20.0 - 24.9
< 11.0 11.0 - 21.9 22.0 - 27.9
< 13.0 13.0 - 24.9 25.0 - 29.9
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39.0
40.0
42.0
25.0
28.0
30.0
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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION
VISCERAL FAT
Visceral fat is found in the abdomen and surrounding vital organs. It is different from fat found directly
underneath the skin, which is referred to as subcutaneous fat. Visceral fat can go largely unnoticed
because it’s not visible to the naked eye. One way visceral fat can be seen is through Magnetic
Resonance Imaging (MRI).
MRI Cross Section at the Navel Level
Subcutaneous Fat
Visceral Fat
Spine
Too much visceral fat is thought to be closely linked to increased levels of fat in the bloodstream, which
may lead to conditions such as high cholesterol, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. In order to prevent or
improve these cond itio ns, it i s importa nt to t ry to r educe the amount of visc eral f at level s to an accep table
level.
Interpreting the Visceral Fat Level Result
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Visceral Fat Level 9
<
0 (Normal)
Visceral fat area (0 - approx. 300 cm2, 1 inch=2.54 cm) distr ibution with 30 levels.
Source: Omron Healthcare
NOTE:Visceral fat levels are relative and not absolute values.
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<
10 Visceral Fat Level 14
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<
+ (High)
Visceral Fat Level 15
++ (Very High)
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>
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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION
RESTING METABOLISM
Regardless of your activity level, a minimum level of caloric intake is required to sustain the body’s
everyday functions. Known as the resting metabolism, this indicates how many calories you need to
ingest in order to provide enough energy for your body to function.
60-70% of daily energy use is for resting metabolism
The total amount of energy used by the body in a typical day is as follows:
Resting metabolism Energy required to maintain vital functions.
Energy used for daily activities such as
Daily activity metabolism
Diet-induced thermogenesis Energy emitted after eating a meal.
The ratio of these is 60%-70% for resting metabolism, 20%-30% for daily activity, and 10% for diet
induced thermogenesis. This means that resting metabolism accounts for most of our daily energy
consumption.
If our daily caloric intake exceeds the amount of energy required for these activities, the additional
calories can be stored as fat.
Calories
commuting to work, household chores,
hobbies etc.
Calories
Diet-induced thermogenesis
Daily activity metabolism
Food
Resting metabolism
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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION
SKELETAL MUSCLE
Skeletal muscle is the type of muscle that we can see and feel. When you work out to increase muscle
mass, skeletal muscle is being e xerci sed. Skelet al muscles a ttac h to the skelet on and co me in p airs - - one
muscle to move the bone in one direction and another to move it back the other way. Increasing skeletal
muscle will increase your body’s energy requirements. The more muscle you have, the more calories
your body will burn. Building skele tal muscle can help pr event “rebo und” weight gain . The maintenance
and increase of skeletal muscle is closely linked to resting metabolism rate.
Interpreting the Skeletal Muscle Percentage Result
Gender Age Low (–) Normal (0) High (+) Very High (++)
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18-39 < 24.3 24.3 - 30.3 30.4 - 35.3
Female
40-59 < 24.1 24.1 - 30.1 30.2 - 35.1
60-80 < 23.9 23.9 - 29.9 30.0 - 34.9
18-39 < 33.3 33.3 - 39.3 39.4 - 44.0
Male
40-59 < 33.1 33.1 - 39.1 39.2 - 43.8
60-80 < 32.9 32.9 - 38.9 39.0 - 43.6
Source: Omron Healthcare
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35.4
35.2
35.0
44.1
43.9
43.7
BODY AGE
Body age is based on your resting metabolism. Body age is calculated by using your weight, body fat
percentage and skeletal muscle percentage to produce a guide to whether your body age is above or
below the average for your actual age.
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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION
WARNING
Contact your physician or healthcare provider before beginning a weight reduction or exercise
program.
LONG-TERM PLANNING FOR SUCCESSFUL WEIGHT LOSS
There are lots of reasons for people t o lose wei ght. To be healthier . To look better. To feel better . To have
more energy.
No matter what the reason, successful weight loss and healthy weight management depend on sensible
goals and expectations. If you set sensible goals for yourself, chances are you'll be more likely to meet
them and have a better chance of keeping the weight off.
The foundation of a su ccessf ul wei ght l oss prog ram re main s a c ombin ation of a heal thy di et a nd exerci se
customized for you. Si mply re ducing food i nta ke to lo se wei ght can lead t o a dec line in muscl e mass a nd
bone density. So even though your weight goes down, your resting metabolism is reduced making the
body more prone to putting on fat. More skeletal muscle can prevent “rebound” weight gain.
The Omron Full Body Sensor Body Compositi on Moni to r and Scale tracks your progress by monitoring
weight, skeletal muscle, body fat, BMI and resting metabolism rate to help you reach your goals.
Here’s a comparison of losing weight quickly versus slowly:
Example comparing the same loss of 20 lb:
Weight
(lb)
170
160
150
A starvation diet produces rapid
weight loss of 20 lb,
but disrupts body mass...
Fat reduction: 6 lb
Lean body mass reduction
(muscle, bone, etc.): 14 lb
Change in body fat percentage
Before diet:
After diet:
Lean body mass (muscle, bone, etc.)
greatly reduced, while the body fat
percentage has not changed.
1234567
A healthy diet
with weight loss of 20 lb...
Change in body fat percentage
Body fat percentage
36.0%
36.9%
Before diet:
After diet:
Body fat percentage reduced to a normal
level.
Months
Fat reduction: 18 lb
Lean body mass reduction
(muscle, bone, etc.): 2 lb
Body fat percentage
36.0%
28.3%
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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION
RECOMMENDED MEASUREMENT TIMES
Being aware of the times when the body fat percentages shift within your daily schedule will assist you
in obtaining an accurate trending of your body composition. It is recommended to use this unit in the
same environment and daily circumstances. Reference the chart below:
Daily activities
Waking up
Recommended time
Breakfast
2 hours
Recommended time
Lunch
2 hours
After waking up
Recommended time
Dinner
2 hours
Recommended time
Going to bed
About 2 hours or more after a meal
Avoid Taking Measurements Under the Following Conditions:
-Immediately after vigorous exercise, after a bath or sauna.
-After drinking alcohol or a large amount of water, after a meal (about 2 hours).
If a measurement is taken under these physical conditions, the calculated body composition may differ
significantly from the actual one because the water content in the body is changing.
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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION
Results may differ from actual body fat percentage
There are certain cond itions when sign ificant dif ferenc es may occur betw een the estimate d and the actual
body fat values. These differences may be related to changing ratios of body fluid and/or body
composition.
The body fat percentage measured by this monitor may significantly differ from the actual body fat
percentage for the following people:
•Elderly peop le
•People with a fever
•Body builders or highly trained athletes
•Persons under goi ng dial ys is
•Persons with osteoporosis who have very low bone density
•Persons with edema (swelling in the body)
•Children in growth stage
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Operating Instructions
KNOW YOUR UNIT
Display Unit
SET Button
DOWN/MEMORY Button
WEIGHT/BMI Button
VISCERAL FAT Button
Display Unit Holder
Main Unit
(Measurement
Platform)
Foot Electrodes
Grip Electrodes Grip ElectrodesDisplay
Personal Profile Number ButtonPersonal Profile Number Button
UP/GUEST Button
RM (Resting Metabolism) kcal/
BODY AGE Button
BODY FAT/MUSCLE Button
Retractable Cord
Foot Electrodes
Heel Electrode
Front View
Components
Four AA Batteries
Power Switch
Instruction Manual
Heel Electrode
Measurement Log Sheet
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KNOW YOUR UNIT
Guest Indicator
Personal Profile Number
Display Mode Indicator
Date Indicator
Time Indicator
Gender Indicator
Age Indicator
Height Indicator
Memory Indicator
High/Low Readings Indicator
Measurement Start Indicator
Low Battery Indicator
Weight Results/
Body Composition Results
My History
Measurement Progress/Body Fat Percentage, Skeletal Muscle
Percentage, Visceral Fat Level and BMI Classification Bar
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KNOW YOUR UNIT
USING THE DISPLAY UNIT
1. Remove the Display Unit from the Display Unit Holder
on the monitor.
2. To store the cord into the Display Unit Holder,
make sure the cord is coiled evenly, and does not
stick out of the Display Unit Holder.
3. Place the Display Unit into the Display Unit
Holder.
The display unit will click into place.
POWER SWITCH
The power switch is located at the front of the monitor.
Press the power switch to turn the monitor on and off.
The power will automatically switch off in the following conditi ons:
1. If the monitor is not used within one minute of 0.0 lb appearing on the display.
2. If no information is entered for five minutes when entering personal data.
3. If the mo nitor is not used for five minutes after the m easurement re sults are
displayed.
4. Five minutes after the result is displayed when measuring weight only.
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Locate the Battery Cover on the back of
the unit.
1) Press the tab on the battery cover in the
direction of the arrow to release the cover as
illustrated.
2) Pull the tab of the cover upwards.
2. Install 4 “AA” size batteries so the +
(positive) and – (negative) polarities match
the polarities of the battery compartment as
indicated in the battery compartment.
For both the top ro w and the botto m row , slide the
first batter y into the battery compartme nt before
inserting the second battery.
3. Replace the battery cover.
1) Align the hooks on the battery cover with the
slots in the battery compartment.
Tab
Back
2) Push the batte ry cover unt il the tab clicks into
place.
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Measurement values and personal profiles stored in the memory will not be deleted during battery
replacement. However, the date and time will need to be set when monitor is turned back on.
Low Battery Indicator
When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display screen, remove all four batteries.
Replace with four new batteries at the same time.
NOTES:
• New batteries will last for approxi mate ly one year if th e un it is used four times per day. Trial batteries
supplied with the unit may have a shorter life.
• Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a period of three months or longer before
placing in storage.
CAUTION:
Should battery fluid leak and contact your eyes, skin or clothing immediately rinse with plenty of
clean water. Immediately contact your physician in case of eye or skin contact.
CAUTION:
Dispose of the devi ce, batte ries, compo nents a nd optiona l access ories accordin g to appli cable local
regulations. Unlawful disposal may cause environmental pollution.
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
Buttons Us ed in this Proce dure
SET Button
Use this button to confirm the
setting or move to the next item
after confirming the set item.
DOWN/MEMORY Button
Press this button to go back one.
Press continuously to rapidly
decrease.
1. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor ON.
If this is the first time that the monitor ha s been turned o n, the year
setting flashes.
SETTING THE YEAR
2.
1) Press the UP or DOWN button to change the year.
UP/GUEST Button
Press this button to advance one.
Press continuously to rapidly
advance.
2) Press the SET button.
The year is set.
The month flashes on the display.
SETTING THE MONTH
3.
1) Press the UP or DOWN button to change the month.
2) Press the SET button.
The month is set.
The day flashes on the display.
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
SETTING THE DAY
4.
1) Press the UP or DOWN button to change the day.
2) Press the SET button.
The day is set.
The hour flashes on the display.
SETTING THE HOUR
5.
1) Press the UP or DOWN button to change the hour.
Make sure AM/PM is correct.
2) Press the SET button.
The hour is set.
The minute flashes on the display.
SETTING THE MINTUTE
6.
1) Press the UP or DOWN button to change the minute.
2) Press the SET button.
The current settings for the year, month and day, hour and minute
appear in this sequence on the display. The monitor automatically turns off.
TO ADJUST THE DATE AND TIME
1) Turn the monitor on.
The CAL symbol blinks on the display, then the display
changes to 0.0 lb. Wait until 0.0 lb appears on the display.
2) Press and hold the SET button.
The year flashes on the display.
3) Refer to SETTING THE DATE AND TI ME on pages 19
and 20.
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SETTING PERSONAL DATA
To measure Body Composition, your personal data must be set. Your personal data includes your age,
gender and height. The Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor and Scale provides two options to
enter your personal data.
1) Select a personal profile number to save your personal data. The monitor saves up to 4 personal
profiles. Select a number 1 through 4. Use this number to enter your personal data when taking a
measurement.
2) Select UP/GUEST button if you do not want you r persona l data st ored in t he memory. When you
use the Guest mode you will need to enter your personal data each time you take a measurement.
Measurement results are not stored in the memory when the Guest mode is used.
Buttons Us ed in this Proce dure
Personal Profile Number Button
SET Button
Use this button to confirm the
personal data and move to the next
item after confirming the set item.
DOWN/MEMORY Button
Press this button to go back one.
Press continuously to rapidly
decrease.
1. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor ON.
The CAL symbol blinks on the display, then the display
changes to 0.0 lb.
Wait until 0.0 lb appears on the display.
2. Lift the Display Unit out of the Display Unit Holder.
NOTE: This monitor can be set to either the US or Metric
System. Personal Profile and memory wil l be dis played
by selected system. To change the US/Metric mode:
Personal Profile Number Button
UP/GUEST Button
Press this button to advance one.
Press continuously to rapidly
advance.
1) Press and hold the DOWN/MEMORY button until “lb”
and “kg” blink on the display.
2) Press the DOWN/MEMOR Y button to select the mode, “lb” or “kg”.
This will automatically change “cm” and “feet/inch” under height setting.
3) Press the SET button to confirm the change.
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SETTING PERSONAL DATA
3. Select a Personal Profile Number or the Guest mode.
A. Personal Profile Number
1) Press the desired Personal Profile Number button (1 through 4).
2) Press the SET button.
NOTES:
• If no information has been entered for the Personal Profile Number
you selected, the number and the symbols for gender, age and height
blink on the display.
• If the personal data has been entered for the number, the Personal Profile Number blinks on the
display.
B. Guest mode
Press the UP/GUEST button.
The Guest indicator appears.
The default value for age blinks on the display.
4. Enter your Personal Data.
SETTING THE AGE
Set the age between 10 and 80.
1) Press the UP or DOWN button to change the age.
2) Press the SET button.
The age is s et.
The gender symbols blink on the display.
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SETTING PERSONAL DATA
SETTING THE GENDER
Set the gender to male or female.
1) Press the UP or DOWN button to change the gender.
2) Press the SET button.
The gender is set.
The default value for height blinks on the display.
SETTING THE HEIGHT
Set the height between 3' 4" and 6
(Display range in metric display mode: 100.0 cm to 199.5 cm)
1) Press the UP or DOWN button to change the height.
' 6 3/4".
2) Press the SET button.
The height is set.
The current settings for age, gender and height appear in this sequence on the display.
The 0.0 lb symbol appears on the display. You can now take a measurement using the Personal
Profile Number you selected or the Guest mode.
Refer to HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT on pages 25 to 29.
CHANGING PERSONAL DATA
If your personal data changes, the information in the Personal Profile Number you selected must be
changed for measurement results to be calculated correctly.
1. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor ON.
The CAL sy mbol blinks on the display, then the display changes to 0.0 lb.
Wait until 0.0 lb appears on the display.
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SETTING PERSONAL DATA
2. Select the Personal Profile Number you want to change.
1) Press the Personal Profile Number button (1 thorough 4).
The selected Personal P rofile Number flashes on ce on the display.
2) Press the SET button.
The Personal Profile Number is set.
The current setting for age blinks on the display.
3. Refer to Step 4 on pages 22 and 23 to enter your personal
data.
DELETING PERSONAL DATA
1. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor ON.
The CAL sy mbol blinks on the display, then the display changes to 0.0 lb.
Wait until 0.0 lb appears on the display.
2. Select the Personal Profile Number you want to delete.
1) Press the Personal Profile Number button (1 thorough 4).
The selected Personal P rofile Number flashes on ce on the display.
2) Press the SET button.
The Personal Profile Number is confirmed and the selected age
setting blinks on the display.
3. Press the Personal Profile Number button again for 2 seconds.
The personal data and measurement values are deleted from the memory. The Clr symbol appears
on the display followed by the Per sonal Pr ofile Number an d the symb ols for gender, age and height
as illustrat ed below.
4. Refer to Step 3 and 4 on pages 22 and 23 to set the new personal data or press the
Power Switch to turn the monitor off.
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HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT
Your personal data must be entered before taking a measurement.
CAUTION:
Persons with disabilities or persons that are physically frail should be assisted by another person
when using this monitor o r use a han drail , a walker, or other support device to prevent f alling whe n
stepping on and off the monitor.
CORRECT POSTURE FOR MEASUREMENT
Raise your arms
After you measure your
weight.
90°
Stand with your
knees and back
straight and look
straight ahead.
horizontally and extend
your elbows straight to
form a 90° angle to your
body.
Heel Electrodes
Step on the Main Unit barefoot.
Make sure your heels are positioned on
a heel electrode.
Stand with your weight evenly distributed
on the measurement platform.
POSTURES TO AVOID DURING MEASUREMENT
Incorrect posture may result in inaccurate measurement of Body Composition.
Movement
during
measurement
Arms bent Arms too low
or high
Display
facing
upwards
Knees bent Standing on
Hold the display unit
in front of you.
edge of
monitor
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HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT
HOW TO MEASURE BODY COMPOSITION
1. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor ON.
The CAL symbol blinks on the display, then the display
changes to 0.0 lb.
Wait until 0.0 lb appears on the display.
NOTES:
•If you step onto the monitor before 0.0 lb appears on the
display, an error message “Err” will appear.
•This monitor can be set to either the US or Metric System.
Personal Profile and memory will be displayed by selected
system. To change the US/Metric mode:
1) Keep the DOWN/MEMORY button pressed until “lb”
and “kg” blink on the display.
2) Press the DOWN/MEMORY button to select the mode, “lb” or “kg”.
This will automatically change “cm” and
3) Press the SET button to confirm the change.
“feet/inch” under height setting.
2. When the 0.0 lb appears on the display, lift the Display
Unit out of the Display Unit Holder.
NOTE:Do not take out the display unit until 0.0 lb appears on
the display.
How to Hold the Grip Electrodes
Press your palms firmly on the grip
electrodes.
Place both middle fingers
along the dents of the grip
electrodes.
Hold the inner grip
electrodes firmly with your
thumb and index finger.
Hold the outer grip
electrodes with your ring
finger and small finger.
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HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT
3. Select a Personal Profile Number or the Guest mode.
A. Personal Profile Number
Press the button for th e Personal Profile Number
you selected while holdi ng the di splay un it. The
Personal Profile Number selected will blink
once.
Ex.: To select Personal Profile Number “1”,
press button .
NOTE:If the following appears on the display, no
personal data was entered for the number
you selected.
Refer to SETTING PERSONAL DATA on
pages 22 and 23.
B. Guest mode
1) Press the UP/GUEST button while holding the
Display Unit.
“G” will be indicated at the top of the di spl ay whi le
“AGE” data flashes.
2) Enter your personal data. Refer to SETTING
PERSONAL DATA on pages 22 and 23.
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HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT
4. Start the measurement.
1) Step onto the measurement platform and place your feet on the foot electrodes with your
weight evenly distributed.
Remain still and do not move until your weight measurement is complete.
The display will show your weight
and then the weight result will blink
twice.
The monitor will start to calculate
body composition.
2) When “START” appears on the display extend your arms straight at a 90° angle to your body.
3) When the measurement is completed, your weight is
displayed again. Step off the measurement platform.
If there is at least one result in memory, the high reading is
displayed in the My History area of the display.
NOTE:If there are no results in memory, “- - - -” is displayed.
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The indicators in the measurement
progress bar at the bottom of the
display will gradually appear from
left to right, based on the
measurement being taken.
HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT
5. Press the appropriate button to check the measurement results.
For each measurement result, the high reading in memory for that measurement and the number of
days ago for that result are shown in the My History area of the display.
[WEIGHT] [BMI]
Weight
My History
[BODY FAT PERCENTAGE]
Body Fat Percentage
Body Fat Percentage
Classification
My History
[RESTING METABOLISM] [BODY AGE]
Resting Metabolism
My History
[SKELETAL MUSCLE PERCENTAGE]
BMI
BMI Classification
My History
Skeletal Muscle
Percentage
Skeletal Muscle
Percentage Classification
My History
Body Age
My History
[VISCER AL FAT LEVEL]
Visceral Fat Level
Visceral Fat Classification
My History
NOTES:
•The age range for the skeletal muscle percentage, resting metabolism, body age and visceral fat
level is 18 to 80 years old.
•The age range for the body fat percentage classification is 20 to 79 years old.
6. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor off. Store the Display Unit in the Display
Unit Holder.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR MEASUREMENT RESULT S
Interpreting the BMI Result
BMI
Less than 18.5
18.5 or more and less than 25
25 or more and less than 30
30 or more
BMI (Designation by the WHO)
- (Underweight)
0 (Normal)
+ (Overweight)
++ (Obese)
Source: Values for obesity judgment proposed by WHO, the World Health Organization.
Interpreting the Body Fat Percentage Result
BMI Classification Bar
BMI Rating
7.0 - 10.7
10.8 - 14.5
14.6 - 18.4
18.5 - 20.5
20.6 - 22.7
22.8 - 24.9
25.0 - 26.5
26.6 - 28.2
28.3 - 29.9
30.0 - 34.9
35.0 - 39.9
40.0 - 90.0
Gender Age Low (–) Normal (0) High (+) Very High (++)
< 21.0 21.0 - 32.9 33.0 - 38. 9
< 23.0 23.0 - 33.9 34.0 - 39. 9
< 24.0 24.0 - 35.9 36.0 - 41. 9
< 8.0 8.0 - 19.9 20.0 - 24.9
< 11.0 11.0 - 21.9 22.0 - 27.9
< 13.0 13.0 - 24.9 25.0 - 29. 9
Female
Male
20-39
40-59
60-79
20-39
40-59
60-79
_
_
>
_
_
>
_
_
>
_
_
>
_
_
>
_
_
>
Source: NIH/WHO guidelines for BMI
Source: Gallagher et al., American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 72, Sept. 2000
Interpreting the Skeletal Muscle Percentage Result
Gender Age Low (–) Normal (0) High (+) Very High (++)
18-39 < 24.3 24.3 - 30.3 30.4 - 35. 3
Female
Male
40-59 < 24.1 24.1 - 30.1 30.2 - 35. 1
60-80 < 23.9 23.9 - 29.9 30.0 - 34. 9
18-39 < 33.3 33.3 - 39.3 39.4 - 44. 0
40-59 < 33.1 33.1 - 39.1 39.2 - 43. 8
60-80 < 32.9 32.9 - 38.9 39.0 - 43. 6
Source: Omron Healthcare
_
_
>
_
_
>
_
_
>
_
_
>
_
_
>
_
_
>
Interpreting the Visceral Fat Level Result
39.0
40.0
42.0
25.0
28.0
30.0
35.4
35.2
35.0
44.1
43.9
43.7
_
_
Visceral Fat Level 9
<
0 (Normal)
_
_
<
10 Visceral Fat Level 14
_
_
<
+ (High)
Visceral fat area (0 - appr ox. 300 cm2, 1 inch=2.54 cm) distribution with 30 levels.
Source: Omron Healthcare
NOTE: Visceral fat levels are relative and not absolute values.
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_
_
Visceral Fat Level 15
>
++ (Very High)
HOW TO MEASURE WEIGHT ONLY
1. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor ON.
The CAL symbol blinks on the display, then the display
changes to 0.0 lb.
Wait until 0.0 lb appears on the display.
NOTES:
•If you step onto the monitor before 0.0 lb appears on the
display, an error message “Err” will appear.
•This monitor can be set to either the US or Metric System.
Personal Profile and memory will be displayed by selected
system. To change the US/Metric mode:
1) Keep the DOWN/MEMORY button pressed until “lb” and
“kg” blink on the display.
2) Press the DOWN/MEMORY button to select the desired measurement unit, “lb” or “kg”.
Thi s will aut omatically c hange “cm” and “feet/inch” under height setting
3) Press the SET button to confirm the change.
.
2. Step onto the Measurement Platform.
Stand with your weight evenly distributed on the measurement
platform.
Remain still and do not move until the measurement is
complete.
3. Check the measurement result.
The display will show your weight and then the weight result
will blink twice.
4. Step off the Measurement Platform.
5. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor off.
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HOW TO USE THE MEMORY FUNCTION
Measurement result s are au tomati call y stor ed i n memor y when you ta ke a meas ureme nt us ing a Person al
Profile Number button. You can view results for 1 day, 7, 30, 90 and 180 days ago. The monitor
automatically stores measurement readings for up to 187 days for each Personal Profile Number. When
187 days of measurement readings ar e store d in the memory fo r that Per sonal Pr ofile Number, the oldest
record is deleted to save the most recent measurement reading.
NOTES:
• If a measurement was not taken on the exact day for 1 day, 7, 30, 90 and 180 days ago, measurement
results stored in the memory as shown in the following chart will display.
1 day ago Closest data stored from day 2 to day 6
7 days ago Closest data stored from day 8 to day 14
30 days ago Closest data stored from day 31 to day 37
90 days ago Closest data stored from day 91 to day 97
180 days ago Closest data stored from day 181 to day 187
• Only one set of measurement re sults is s tored for each Pe rsonal Pro file Number ea ch day. If more than
one measurement is taken during a day, the results from the last measurement are stored.
High/Low Readings
The unit displays high (H) and low (L) readings for each measurement result and the number of days
ago for that result. Thi s ca n be between 1 day ago and 187 days ago. I f t her e is no memor y val ue, “- -
- -” is displayed.
[High Reading] [Low Reading]
Number of days ago for
High Reading.
Number of days ago for
Low Reading.
High Reading Indicator
NOTES:
• If there is more than one day with results equal to high/low readings, then the most recent result is
used.
• If there is only a measurement result in the memory, then high/low readings are the same.
Low Reading Indicator
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HOW TO USE THE MEMORY FUNCTION
Buttons Us ed in this Proce dure
Personal Profile Number Button
DOWN/MEMORY Button
Press this button to view previous
results for 1 day, 7 days, 30 days, 90
and 180 days ago with high/low
readings.
WEIGHT/BMI Button
VISCERAL FAT Button
Personal Profile Number Button
BODY FAT/MUSCLE Button
RM kcal/BODY AGE Button
Comparing Results After Taking a Measurement
1. View the measurement results after taking a measurement.
Press the DOWN/MEMORY button to cycle through the results from high (H) reading, low (L)
reading, “1 day”, “7 days”, “30 days”, “90 days” and “180 days” ago.
High Reading
Low Reading
NOTES:
•If there are no results for a selected memory, “- - - -” is
displayed for that item.
1 day ago 7 days ago
30 days ago90 days ago180 days ago
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HOW TO USE THE MEMORY FUNCTION
•To view previous results for other items, press the button for the desired item. The results for the
selected item are displayed.
•Then press the
DOWN/MEMORY button to cycle through the previous results for that item.
Previous Weight/BMI results for the currently selected
period. Press the
through the other previous results.
Previous Body Fat/Skele tal Muscle results for the currently
selected period.
Press the
other previous results.
Previous Resting Metabolism/Body Age results for the
currently selected period.
Press the
other previous results.
DOWN/MEMORY button to cycle through the
DOWN/MEMORY button to cycle through the
DOWN/MEMORY button to cycle
Previous Visceral Fat results for the currently selected
period.
Press the
other pre vious results.
DOWN/MEMORY button to cycle through the
2. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor off.
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HOW TO USE THE MEMORY FUNCTION
Viewing Previous Measurement Results
Follow this process if you want to view and compare previous measurement results without taking a
measurement.
1. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor ON.
The CAL symbol blinks on the display, then the display
changes to 0.0 lb.
Wait until 0.0 lb appears on the display.
NOTE:If you step onto the measurement platform before 0.0
lb appears on the display, an error message “Err” will
appear.
2. When the 0.0 lb appears on the display, lift the Display
Unit out of the Display Unit Holder.
NOTE:Do not take out the display unit until 0.0 lb appears on
the display.
3. Press the desired Personal Profile Number
button.
Ex.: To select Personal Profile Number “1”, press
button .
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HOW TO USE THE MEMORY FUNCTION
4. View previous measurement results.
1) Press the DOWN/MEMORY button once.
The result for the high reading in memory is shown in the
My History area of the display.
2) Press the
(L) reading, “1 day”, “7 days”, “30 days”, “90 days” and “180 days” ago.
NOTE:To view previous results for BMI, body fat, skeletal muscle, resting metabolism, body age
and visceral fat, press the button for the desired measurement. The results for the selected
item are displayed. (Refer to page 34.)
5. Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor off.
DOWN/MEMORY button to cycle through the results from high (H) reading, low
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Care and Maintenance
ERROR INDICATORS
ERROR
DISPLAY
CAUSE CORRECTION
Your palms or feet are not
positioned over the electrodes
correctly.
The measurement position was not
stable.
Your palms or feet were not placed
correctly.
Your palms or feet are too dry.
The Body Composition values are
outside the measurement range.
Make sure you are barefoot.
Make sure your palms or the soles of your feet
are clean and dry.
Make sure your palms or feet are correctly
positioned.
Refer to CORRECT POSTURE FOR
MEASUREMENT on page 25 and How to
Hold the Grip Electrodes on page 26.
Remain still and do not move until the
measurement is complete.
Refer to CORRECT POSTURE FOR
MEASUREMENT on page 25 and How to
Hold the Grip Electrodes on page 26.
Slightly moisten your palms or the soles of
your feet with a damp towel and retake the
measurement.
•Check the settings entered for your personal
data. Change the settings if needed. Retake
the measurement.
•The main unit cannot measure body
composition outside its measurement range,
even if the age, gender and heig ht settings are
correct. Refer to Display and Set Ranges on
page 42.
Remove the batteries. Wait one minute.
Reinstall the batteries. Refer to BATTERY
The monitor is not set up correctly.
You stepped onto the measurement
platform before 0.0 lb was
displayed.
The monitor was moved before
0.0 lb was displayed.
Movement during measurement. Do not move until measurement is complete.
Monitor detected weight over
330.0 lb.
INSTALLATION on page 17.
Press the Power Switch and turn the monitor
on. Retake the measurement.
Wait until 0.0 lb is displayed before stepping
onto the measurement platform.
Do not move the monitor until 0.0 lb is
displayed.
This monitor can only be used by people
weighing less than 330.0 lb.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION
Low Battery Indicator
No power
No display appears on the unit
Measurement does not start.
Measurement results are slow to appear.
The weight value is displayed abnormally low or
high.
The Body Composition value is displayed
abnormally low or high.
Other conditions
Check the battery inst allation for proper pla cement
of the battery polarities.
Replace all four worn batteries.
The memory data is being updated. (“ ” appears
in the lower area of the display.)
Wait one minute, then try again.
If you take a measurement when the date will
change during the course of the measurement, it
may take longer than normal for the measurement
results to be displayed. (“ ” appears in the lower
area of the display.)
Wait for the results to be displayed.
Place the monitor on a hard and level floor.
Refer to RECOMMENDED MEASUREMENT
TIMES on pages 12 and 13.
Check the settings entered for your personal data.
Remove the batteries. Wait one minute.
Reinstall the batteries. Refer to BATTERY
INSTALLATION on page 17.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To keep your Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor and Scale in the best condition and protect
the monitor from damage follow the directions below:
Clean the monitor with a soft dry cloth. Do not use abrasive or volatile cleaners. The monitor is not
waterproof.
Stor e the monit or in a saf e and dry l ocati on. Do not ex pos e the moni tor to direc t sunli ght, ex tr eme hot
or cold temperatures or humidity. Thoroughly dry any moisture off the monitor before storing.
CAUTION:
Do not submerge the device or any of the components in water.
CAUTION:
Do not subject the monitor to strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the floor.
Remove the batteries if the monitor will not be used for three months or longer.
Store the Display Unit in the Main Unit as shown in the figure.
As you place the lower port ion of the Display Unit, it clicks and fits into the Display Un it Holder.
Do not crease the cord when storing in the Display Unit Holder.
Use the monitor consistent with the instruction provided in this manual.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble or modify the unit. Changes or modifications not approved by Omron
Healthcare will void the user warranty.
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FCC STATEMENT
NOTE:
POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION INTERFERENCE (for U.S.A. only)
This product has been test ed and found t o comply with t he limits for a Class B digit al device , pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designe d to provide reas onable protec tion against harmful inter ference in a re sidential
installation. The product 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 guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If the product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the product on and off, 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 product and the receiver.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
(for Canada only)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”,
ICES-003 of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils
numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques”,
ICES-003 édictée par le ministère des communications.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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WARRANTY
Limited Warranty
Your HBF-516 Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor and Scale, excluding the batteries, is
warranted to be free from defects in mat erials and workmanship appea ring within 1 year from the date of
purchase, when used in accordance with the instructions provided with the unit. The above warranties
extend only to the original retail purchaser.
We will, at our option, repair or replace without charge any monitor covered by the above warranties.
Repair or replacement is our only responsibility and your only remedy under the above warranties. To
obtain warranty service contact Omron Healthcare’s Customer Service by calling 1-800-634-4350 for
the address of the repair location and the return shipping and handling fee. Information for warranty
service is available on our website at www.omronhealthcare.com.
Enclose the Proof of Purchase. Include a letter, with your name, address, phone number, and description
of the specific proble m. Pac k the p roduct caref ul ly to preven t d amage in trans it. Becaus e of po ssibl e lo ss
in transit, we recommend insuring the product with return receipt requested.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHA NTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WRITTEN WARRANTY
ABOVE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you.
OMRON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF USE OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT COSTS, EXPENSES OR DAMAGES. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may
not apply to you. This warrant y gives y ou spec ific legal rig hts, an d yo u may al so have other right s whic h
may vary from state to state.
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE
Vi si t our web sit e at: www.omronhealthcare.com
Call toll free: 1-800-634-4350
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model OMRON Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor and Scale - HBF-516
Display Body Weight: 0 to 330 lb with 0.2 lb increments
(0 to 150 kg with 0.1 kg increments)
Body fat percentage: 5.0 to 60.0% with 0.1% increments
Skeletal muscle percentage: 5.0 to 50.0% with 0.1% increments
BMI: 7.0 to 90.0 with 0.1 increments
Resting metabolism: 385 to 3999 kcal with 1 kcal increments
Body age: 18 to 80 years old with 1 year increments
Visceral fat level: 30 levels with 1 level increments
BMI classification:
– (Underweight) / 0 (Normal) / + (Overweight) / ++ (Obese) with 12 levels of Bar display
Body fat percentage and Skeletal muscle percentage classification:
– (Low) / 0 (Normal) / + (High) / ++ (Very High) with 12 levels of Bar display
Visceral fat classification:
0 (Normal) / + (High) / ++ (Very High) with 9 levels of Bar display
Memory: 1 day, 7 days, 30 days, 90 days, 180 days ago
with high/low read ings based on up to 187 days
results.
* The age range for the skeletal muscle percentage, resting metabolism, body
age and visceral fat level is 18 to 80 years old.
* The age range for the body fat perc en tage classificati on i s 2 0 to 7 9 y ears ol d.
Set Ranges Height: 3' 4" to 6' 6 3/4" (100.0 to 199.5 cm)
Age: 10 to 80 years old
Gender: Male/Female
Power Supply 4 AA batteries
Battery Life Approximately 1 year (when used four times a day)
Operating Temperature
/Humidity
Storage Temperature
/Humidity/Air Pressure
External Dimensions Display Unit: Approximately 11 3/4" (W) x 1 3/8" (H) x 5 3/4" (D)
Weight Approximately 4 7/8 lb (including batteries)
Contents Monitor/Scale, 4 AA Batteries, Instruction Manual, Measurement Log Sheet
UPC Code 0 73796 26516 8
+50°F to +104°F (+10°C to +40°C), 30 to 85% RH
–4°F to +140°F (–20°C to +60°C), 10 to 95% RH, 700 - 1060 hPa
Main Unit: Approximately 11 7/8" (W) x 2 1/8" (H) x 12 7/8" (D)
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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NOTES
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Distributed by:
OMRON HEAL THCARE, INC.
1200 Lakeside Drive
Bannockburn, Illinois 60015
www.omronhealthcare.com
Made in China
© 2008 Omron Health care, Inc.
1665709-8A
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