Tanita BC-418MA User Manual

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Please read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep
it handy for future reference.

BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER

BC-418MA

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

This equipment conforms to the following Safety Standards, the EMC Directive and the required items in the Medical Device Directive.

Safety Standard : EN60601-1:1990, AM No.1:1993, AM No.2:1995

IEC60601-1:1988, AM No.1:1991, AM No.2:1995

EMC Standard : EN-60601-1-2:1993

IEC60601-1-2:1993

Medical Device Directory Standard :93/42/EEC:1993

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Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005 U.S.A.
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West Drayton, Middlesex,
UB7 7RY, United Kingdom
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Tokyo,Japan
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62 Mody Road, Tsimshatsui East,
Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Germany
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Villa Labrouste
68 Boulevard Bourdon,
92200 Neuilly-Sur-Seine,
France

Tel

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Fax : [phone]

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WARNING

● Individuals with a Pacemaker or Other Internal Medical Devices
This equipment sends a weak electrical current through the body during measurement. Individuals
who have internally implanted medical devices, such as Pacemakers, should not use this equipment
due to the risk of malfunction to the device that may be caused by the weak electrical current.

● Inserting and Removing the Power Cord
To reduce the risk of electric shock or product damage, never insert or remove the power cord with
wet hands.

● Do not under any circumstances dismantle or alter the device, as this could result in electric shock or
injury as well as adversely affect the precision of measurements.

● To prevent fire hazard
Use only a correctly wired (100-240VAC) outlet, and do not use a multiple outlet extension cable.

● Measurements for physically disabled persons
Physically disabled persons should not attempt to take measurements alone, but instead should
have their caretakers assist them in using the device.

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CAUTION

● When connecting the BC-418MA to a computer
Ensure that the computer conforms to IEC950.

● Cross Contamination
The Body Composition Analyzer should be used with bare feet. Please be sure to clean the scale
platform with appropriate disinfectant after each use.

Never pour any liquid directly on the

scale platform,

as it may leak and cause internal damage. Use a soft cloth and appropriate ethyl

alcohol to wipe off platform. Do not wipe the platform with strong chemicals.

● Interpretation of Results
The data provided by this machine, as well as any supplementary information such as diet or
exercise programs based on this data, should be interpreted by a licensed professional.

● Please make sure you place the Weighing Platform on a level and stable surface. If the equipment
is used when the Weighing Platform is unstable because not all feet are on the surface, there may
be a risk of stumbling or inaccurate measurement.
Never jump on the Weighing Platform, there may be a risk of stumbling and malfunction of the
equipment.

● When handling printer unit, avoid any sharp edges.

● For the BC-418MA; Ensure you use the original AC adapter (MODEL: SA25-0535U). Using an AC

adapter other than the original one may cause malfunction.
Do not insert or remove the plug by the cable.

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Maintenance

Since this equipment is accurately manufactured and adjusted, please observe the following instructions.

●Never disassemble the equipment as this may cause malfunction. Users must not disassemble or adjust this equipment.

Please inspect the equipment in accordance with the regulations in your country.

●Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when it will not be in use for long periods of time.

●In order to reduce the risk of a short circuit, please keep any liquid or metal objects (paper clips, etc.) away from the printer.

●Keep the electrodes clean by wiping them with disinfectant.

●Do not drop the unit, and avoid locations with constant vibration.

●Do not put this equipment in direct sunlight, close to heaters or near direct draughts from air conditioners.

●When transferred to any location where there is a difference of more than 20 degrees centigrade (40 degrees Fahrenheit),

wait 2 hours before using.

●When disposing of this unit, please do so in accordance with the prevailing regulations in each country.

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General Instructions for Accurate Measurement

This equipment sends out a very weak electric current to measure impedance (electrical resistance) of the body. Therefore, in
principle, users need to use this equipment with bare feet. Moreover, since impedance fluctuates in accordance with the
distribution of body fluid, please observe the following instructions for accurate measurement.

● To prevent a possible discrepancy in measured values, avoid taking measurements after vigorous exercise until sufficiently

rested.

● To prevent inaccurately low body fat percentage measurements and other measurement errors, always hold both arms

straight down when taking measurements.

● As changes in body water and body temperature can have a major impact on measurements, measurements should be

made every day at the same time under similar conditions (always urinating before taking measurements, etc.) to get a
more accurate picture of the measurements over time.

● Ensure that your arms are not touching your side and that the inner thighs are not touching each other during

measurements; if necessary, place a dry towel between your arm and side and/or between your thighs.

● Also, make sure the soles of feet are free of excess dirt, as this may also act as a barrier to the mild current.

● False results may be reported after excessive food/fluid intake, or after periods of intense exercise.

* For further details, see the Technical Notes on page 36.

● This equipment is designed for the majority of the population leading healthy lives with a regular lifestyle. For people

suffering from sickness, or whose lifestyle is very different from the norm, it is recommended that the data from this
product should not be used as an absolute value, but rather as a reference to observe the rate change.

* For further details, see the Technical Notes on page 36.

●

If there are calluses on the soles of the feet, or an individual is wearing thin nylons, accurate measurement may still be possible. Place

0.5ml of water in the center of each electrode. This will act as a conductant, and may allow the current to pass freely through a thin
barrier.

● Measurement is sometimes impossible on a surface that is strongly vibrating. In this case, please move the equipment onto

a surface with little vibration.

● Do not take measurements while using transmitters, such as mobile phones, which may affect readings.

Safety Notes

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Caution Symbols

Thank you for purchasing this precision crafted Tanita product. For optimum performance and safety, please familiarize
yourself with the

Caution Symbols below. These symbols are designed to alert the user to potential hazards when using this

equipment. Ignoring these

Caution Symbols may result in serious injury, or damage to the product.

Please be sure to review before proceeding with the INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

Temperature Range for Use : 0°C / 35°C
Relative Humidity : 30% / 80% (without condensation)

Temperature Range of Environment : -10°C / 50°C
Range of Relative Humidity : 10% / 90% (without condensation)
To avoid malfunctions, avoid storing the equipment where there is direct sunlight, significant temperature
changes, the risk of dampness, a large amount of dust, in the vicinity of fires, or where there is the risk of
receiving vibrations or shocks.

Value Range

100~240VAC

50/60Hz

550mA

Voltage Range

Frequency Range

Electric Current Range

BC-418MA

Model Name

<Usage Conditions>

<Storage Conditions>

<Power Source>

This symbol indicates the possibility of serious injury if the product is
mishandled or instructions are ignored.

This symbol indicates the possibility of physical injury or equipment
damage if instructions are ignored.

This symbol indicates general precautions that should be taken when using
this product.

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WARNING

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CAUTION

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1.Product Assembly and Components

Printer Paper

Paper Width：58mm
Paper Roll Diameter

：Maximum 55mm

쎱 Product Structure

Please verify that the following components are in the package.

Syringe

Instruction Manual

(Technical Notes)

Bottom Cover

Accessories

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쎱 Rear View of Control Box

Column Attachment

Screws

Bottom Cover

Attachment Screws

햲 Paper Dispenser Cover
햳 Printer Cover
햴 Control Panel
햵 Digital Display

햶 Left-hand grip
햷 Right-hand grip

햸 Column
햹 Anterior Electrodes
햺 Posterior Electrodes
햻 Level Gauge
햽 Adjustable feet

햲

햸

햷

햶

햹

햳

햴

햺

햻

Control Box

AC Adapter

Cable

Platform

햵

햽

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RS-232C Port

쎱 Digital Display

ATHLETIC

MALE

FEMALE

STEP ON

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STABILIZE
cm / ft.in
AGE
% FAT

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Body weight mark

Indicates that the device is being
used to measure body weight

Clothes weight mark

Indicates that the weight of
clothes is being subtracted

Gender mark (male)

Indicates that the user is male

Gender mark (female)

Indicates that the user is female

Athlete mark

Indicates that the user is an
“athlete”

Ready mark

Indicates that the device is
ready to begin measurements

Measurement unit mark (kg)

Indicates that the weight is
shown in kilograms

Stabilize mark

Indicates that the displayed
figure has stabilized

Unit of height (cm / ft. in)

ndicates that the height is shown in
either centimeters or in feet and inches

Age mark

Indicates that the figure shown
is the user’s age

Body fat percentage

Indicates that the figure shown
is the body fat percentage

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R

L

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%Body Fat Range : 1%~75%
%Body Fat Increments : 0.1%
Max 200kg
e=d= 0.1kg
Min 2kg
T= -200kg
Operation Temperature Range
0 / +35˚C

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Feed Key

Advances the print paper.

ON/OFF Key

Turns the power on or off.

Clothes Weight Setting Key

Sets the clothes weight.
Even if the user is dressed, weight minus the weight of
clothes can be measured.

Weight Only Key

Measures body weight only.

CE Key

Clears entries.

Body part data display keys

Used to display the measurement
results for the right arm, left arm,
right leg, left leg and trunk

Body Type Keys

To select the appropriate body type
Tanita defines “athlete” as a person involved in intense physical activity of at least 10

hours per week and who has a resting heart rate of approximately 60 beats per minute
or less. Tanita’s athlete definition includes “lifetime of fitness” individuals who have
been fit for years but currently exercise less than 10 hours per week.

Tanita’s athlete definition does not include “enthusiastic beginners” who are making a
real commitment to exercising at least 10 hours per week but whose bodies have not yet
changed to require the Athlete mode.

Please see

Technical Notes booklet for further explanation.

Numerical Keys

Inputs numerical values.

쎱 Membrane Switch

P T

ATHLETIC

MALE

FEMALE

STEP ON

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STABILIZED
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AGE
% FAT

Digital display

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Time Set Key

Sets the date and time.

2.Assembly Instructions

Bottom Cover

Column
Attachment

Screws
Bottom Cover
Attachment Screws

햲Remove the Bottom Cover.
햳Insert the one cables from the column into the holes on

the Weighing Platform.

햴Tighten the four Column Attachment Screws and attach

the column to the Weighing Platform.

햵Connect the one cables from the column to the Weighing

Platform as shown in the illustration and replace the
Bottom Cover using the two Bottom
Cover Attachment Screws. When
replacing the Bottom Cover, please
place the cables in the right position
so that they will not get caught
between the cover and the Weighing
Platform. This may damage the
cables.

쎱 How to Attach the Column to the Weighting Platform

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쎱 Connection and Installation

3.Preparation for Use

For accurate measurement, place the Weighing Platform on as flat a surface as possible and adjust the level with the adjustable feet so the bubble in
the level gauge is in the center of the frame.

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CAUTION

Make sure you place the Weighing Platform on a stable level surface and adjust the level with the adjustable feet. If the
Weighing Platform is not stable because not all the feet are on the surface, for example, there is a risk of stumbling or
inaccurate measurement.

쎱 Connection of Plugs

1. Insert the plug from the AC adapter into the DC jack on the back of the Control Box.

2. Connect the cable and the AC adapter and insert the plug on the cableinto the wall outlet.

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WARNING

•To avoid electric shock, do not insert or remove the plug with wet hands.

•To avoid electric shock, do not use the equipment near water.

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CAUTION

• To avoid measurement error, do not measure while using equipment that generates radio waves,
such as mobile phones.

Level Gauge
Check

DC Jack for AC Adapter

Adjustable feet

Pilot Lamp

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쎱 Loading the Printer Paper Roll

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CAUTION

●Please change the paper roll when red lines appear along the sides of the paper.

1. Turn the equipment on by pressing the [ ]
key.

“P.End” will flash in the middle of the screen.
This means that there is no printer paper.
* When you do not have any printer paper to replace

the old roll, press the [ ] key. “P.End” will
disappear and you can continue measurement.

2. Remove the Paper Dispenser Cover.

When you lift up the Paper Dispenser Cover from the
back of the Control Box, it can be easily removed.

3. Cut off the end of the printer paper where the
glue is (about 3 cm) in a straight line.

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Please make sure to cut off the part with the
glue because the glue may hinder the paper
feeding through the printer.

4. Insert the printer paper into the slit.

The printer paper is automatically rolled up and the
edge of the paper is cut automatically.
Please remove the cut paper.

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Please make sure you insert the printer paper
straight into the slit.

5. Insert the catches of the Paper Dispenser Cover
into the guide holes.

* If a paper jam occurs, please refer to P. 25.

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쎱 Setting the date and time

4.Setting Date and Time

1. Push the [ ] key.

The entire display will begin to flash, and then the
clothes weight input screen will appear.

2. Push the [ ] key.

The date and time input screen will appear.
The upper row of numbers show the year, the middle
row the month and day, and the bottom row the time
(hours and minutes).

* If no changes are to be made, press the [ ] key again.

3. Input the present date and time.

Input the appropriate numbers, beginning with the
top row, in the flashing space.
Example: To input May 1, 2001, 6:03 p.m., press in
order the following keys:

* If you make an error while inputting a number, press the

[ ] key.

This will return you to the previous input space.

4. Press the [ ] key.

The date and time are set, and the clock function is
running.
The display will now return to the step prior to
entering this mode.

* The clock function is backed up by the rechargeable battery,

but natural electric discharge of the rechargeable battery
may occur if the device is not in use for an extended period
(more than 2 weeks); this will clear the settings, making it
necessary to reset the date and time.

TIME SET

308110502002

TIME SET

TIME SET

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The printer function is ON in the display shown below.

5.Mode Selection

쎱 Setting the number of printouts, the printout language, and the printout items

Set the functions (modes) that you want this equipment to start with. The selected modes will be automatically recorded.
If it is not necessary to change the settings, the equipment will start up when you simply press the [ ] key.

1.

While holding down the [0] key, press the [ ]
key.

Release the keys after “Prt-1” is displayed on the
screen.

2. Select the number of print outs

Using the numerical keys, enter the quantity of print
outs desired.
The maximum number is nine.

[1]~[9] : Quantity of print outs
[0] : No printout

3. Language Selection

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If “0” is selected at step 2, you cannot preset
the language.

The display will automatically change to the language
selection screen. The currently selected language will
be displayed as a number.

Example: (LNG-1) means English.

Select the language desired using the numerical keys.

[1] : English
[2] : French
[3] : German
[4] : Italian
[5] : Spanish

4. Printing selection

Printing contents are selected from numerical keys.

[0] : Short
[1] : Long

5. The display will automatically change to the
measurement screen after all the input has been
completed.

If further change to the print settings is desired,
please turn off the equipment and follow steps 1 - 4
above.

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The equipment will start up with these settings next time you use it.

Select the number of print outs (0 - 9) and language. (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish)

TIME SET

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TIME SET

MALE

FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

MALE

FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

MALE

FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

MALE

FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

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AGE
% FAT

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AGE
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FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

MALE

FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

MALE

FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

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FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

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The equipment will start up with these settings next time you use it.

This process is utilized to select whether or not you use the target body fat ratio function. (See the printout sample
on page 16.)

<HINT! >

The target body fat ratio function is deactivated when this product is shipped from factory.

쎱 Setting the Original Mode

1.

Press the key while holding down the key.

[0] : The target body fat ratio function is deactivated
[1] : The target body fat ratio function is activated

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If the number of print outs is set to “0” during
the process of “Setting the Number of Print
Outs and Language” on page 13, you cannot
preset this item.

2. After the input is completed, the display will
automatically change to the measurement
screen.

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MALE

FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

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FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

MALE

FEMALE

ATHLETIC

STEP ON

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