Tanita BF-662 User Manual

BF-662

Body Fat Monitor / Scale

Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction .......................................... 1

Safety Precautions

Important Notes for Users

Principles of Estimating Body Fat Percentage

.......... 2

What is Body Fat Percentage?
Body Fat Range
The BIA Method
Body Fat Percentage Fluctuations in a Day

Features and Functions

...........................3

Measuring Platform
Accessories

Preparations Before Use

..........................3

Inserting the Batteries
Positioning the Monitor
Handling Tips

Useful Features

................................ 4

Switching the Weight Mode
Automatic Shut-Down Function

How to Determine Body Fat Percentage

.............. 5

Setting and Storing Data in Memory
Getting Accurate Readings

Taking Weight and Body Fat Readings

............... 6

Understanding Your Readings

Programming Guest Mode

........................ 6

Taking Weight Measurement Only

................... 7

Replacing the Batteries

.......................... 7

Troubleshooting

................................ 7

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Inhaltsverzeichnis

Einleitung..................................... 8

Sicherheitsmaßnahmen

Wichtige Hinweise für Benutzer

Prinzipien zur Ermittlung Ihres Körperfettanteils

........ 9

Was ist mit Körperfettanteil gemeint?
Bereich des Körperfettanteils
Die BIA-Methode
Schwankungen des Körperfettanteils innerhalb eines Tages

Merkmale und Funktionen

........................10

Wiegeplattform
Zubehör

Vorbereitungen vor Gebrauch

......................10

Einsetzen der Batterien
Aufstellen des Geräts
Tipps zum Umgang mit dem

Gerät Nützliche Funktionen

.........................11

Automatisches Abschalten

Messen Ihres Körperfettanteils

.......................12

Einstellen und Speichern persönlicher Angaben
So erhalten Sie genaue Messwerte

Ablesen der Messwerte für Gewicht und Körperfettanteil

...13

Erklärung der Messwerte

Einprogrammieren des Gastmodus

..................13

Nur-Gewicht-Funktion

...........................14

Batteriewechsel

................................14

Fehlersuche

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Introductie ....................................22

Veiligheidsvoorschriften

Belangrijke gebruiksvoorschriften

Meetmethodes voor lichaamsvetpercentage

...........23

Wat is een lichaamsvetpercentage?
Lichaamsvetschaal
De BIA-methode
Dagelijkse variaties in lichaamsvetpercentage

Kenmerken en functies

...........................24

Weegschaal
Accessoires

Voorbereidingsmaatregelen

.......................24

Inleggen van batterijen
Installeren van de meter
Tips voor hantering

Handige kenmerken

.............................25

Automatische uitschakeling

Bepalen van het lichaamsvetpercentage

.............26

Instellen en opslaan van gegevens
Afleesnauwkeurigheid

Bepalen van gewicht en lichaamsvetpercentage

...........27

Interpretatie van schaalaflezing

Gaststand programmeren

.........................27

Alleen gewicht bepalen

..........................28

Vervangen van batterijen

.........................28

Foutopsporing

.................................28

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Introduzione...................................29

Precauzioni di sicurezza

Note importanti per gli utenti

Principi del calcolo della percentuale di grasso corporeo

.....30

Range di grasso corporeo
Il metodo BIA
Fluttuazioni della percentuale del grasso corporeo in un giorno

Caratteristiche e funzionalità ......................31

Piattaforma di misurazione
Accessori

Preparazioni prima dell’uso

.......................31

Inserimento delle batterie
Posizionamento della bilancia/monitor
Suggerimenti per l’uso

Funzionalità utili

...............................32

Funzione di spegnimento automatico

Come si determina la Percentuale del Grasso Corporeo

..33

Configurazione e memorizzazione dei dati
Rilevamento di valori accurati

Registrazione dei valori del peso e del grasso corporeo

......34

Spiegazione dei valori ottenuti

Programmazione della modalità ospite

.................34

Misurazione del Solo-Peso

.......................35

Sostituzione delle batterie

........................35

Risoluzione dei problemi

.........................35

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting a Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scale. This model uses
the BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis) technique, a state-of-the-art
technology for body fat assessment.

Safety Precautions

• Persons with implanted electronic medical equipment, such
as a pacemaker, should not use the Body Fat Monitor feature
on this Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scale. This Body Fat
Monitor/Scale passes a low-level electrical signal through
the body, which may interfere with the operation of a
pacemaker.

• The Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales are intended for home use only.
This unit is not intended for professional use in hospitals or other
medical facilities; it is not equipped with the quality standards required
for heavy usage experienced under professional conditions.

•Do not use this unit on slippery surfaces such as wet floors.

Important Notes for Users

BF-662 is intended for adults and children (ages 7-17) with inactive to moderately

active lifestyles and adults with athletic body types.

Tanita defines “athlete” as a person involved in intense physical activity
of approximately 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.
The body fat monitor function is not intended for pregnant women,
professional athletes or bodybuilders.

Recorded data may be lost if the unit is used incorrectly or is exposed to
electrical power surges. Tanita takes no responsibility for any kind of loss
caused by the loss of recorded data.
Tanita takes no responsibility for any kind of damage or loss caused by these
units, or any kind of claim made by a third person.

Note: Read this Instruction Manual carefully and
keep it handy for future reference.

Note: Body fat percentage estimates will vary
with the amount of water in the body, and can be
affected by dehydration or overhydration due to
such factors as alcohol consumption,
menstruation, illness, intense exercise, etc.

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PRINCIPLES OF ESTIMATING BODY FAT PERCENTAGE

Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales allow you to determine your body fat
percentage at home as easily as you measure your weight.

What is Body Fat Percentage?

Body fat percentage is the percentage of fat in your body. Too much body
fat has been linked to conditions such as high blood pressure, heart
disease, diabetes, cancer, and other disabling conditions.

The BIA Method

Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales use the BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance
Analysis) technique. In this method, a safe, low-level electrical signal is
passed through the body. It is difficult for the signal to flow through fat in
the human body, but easy to flow through moisture in the muscle and other
body tissues. The difficulty with which a signal flows through a substance
is called impedance. So the more resistance, or impedance, the signal
encounters, the higher the body fat reading.

Body Fat Percentage Fluctuations in a Day

Hydration levels in the body may affect body fat readings. Readings are
usually highest in the early waking hours, since the body tends to be
dehydrated after a long night’s sleep. For the most accurate reading, a
person should take a body fat percentage reading at a consistent time of day
under consistent conditions.
Besides this basic cycle of fluctuations in the daily body fat readings,
variations may be caused by hydration changes in the body due to eating,
drinking, menstruation, illness, exercising, and bathing. Daily body fat
readings are unique to each person, and depend upon one’s lifestyle, job
and activities.

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20–39
40–59
60–79

Healthy Overfat ObeseUnderfat

Healthy Overfat ObeseUnderfat

Based on NIH/WHO BMI Guidelines.
As reported by Gallagher, et al,

at NY Obesity Research Center.
To determine the percentage of body fat

that is appropriate for your body,
consult your physician.

10%0% 20% 30% 40%

20–39
40–59
60–79

Female

Body Fat Ranges for Standard Adults

Age

Male

Age

1, 2

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2

Tanita’s patented “foot-pad”
design sends a safe, low­level electrical signal
through the body to
determine its composition.

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE

Measuring Platform

1. Display Screen

2. Set Button

3. Arrow (Select) Buttons

4. Ball-of-Foot Electrodes

5. Heel Electrodes

6. Personal Keys

7. Weight-Only Key

Accessories

8. AA-Size Batteries (4)

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

Inserting the Batteries

Open the battery cover on the back of the measuring platform. Insert the
supplied AA-batteries as indicated.

Note: Be sure that the polarity of the batteries is set properly. If the batteries are

incorrectly positioned the fluid may leak and damage floors. If you do not intend to
use this unit for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove the batteries before
storage.

Positioning the Monitor

Place the measuring platform on a hard, flat surface where there is minimal
vibration to ensure safe and accurate measurement.

Note: To avoid possible injury, do not step on the edge of the platform.

Handling Tips

This monitor is a precision instrument utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
To keep the unit in the best condition, follow these instructions carefully:

• Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform.

•Store the unit horizontally, and place it so that the Personal keys will not
be pressed accidentally.

• Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the unit.

• Place the unit in an area free from direct sunlight, heating equipment,
high humidity, or extreme temperature change.

• Never submerge in water. Use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glass
cleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny; avoid soaps.

Open as shown.

Direction of the batteries.

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USEFUL FEATURES

SWITCHING THE WEIGHT MODE

AUTOMATIC SHUT-DOWN FUNCTION

• Tanita Body Fat Monitor/Scales allow you to measure both weight and
body fat percentage simultaneously and easily, simply by stepping on a
scale.

• Your Body Fat Monitor/Scale can be set for Male or Female, Standard or
Athlete Adult, or Children (ages 7-17).

• Personal data (Female/Male, Age, Height, etc.) can be pre-set and
stored in memory for up to 4 people.

• Unique Healthy Range Indicator automatically displays where your body
fat percentage falls within the Body Fat Ranges chart (p.2).

•The unit emits a helpful “beep” when activated, and also at various
stages in the programming and measuring process. Listen for these
sounds which will prompt you to step on the unit, look at your readings,
or confirm a setting.

Your Body Fat Monitor/Scale can measure weight in three different modes:
st-lb (British stone-pounds), kg (kilograms), or lb (pounds). The default
setting (the setting at which Tanita products are shipped) is lb (USA only)
or st-lb (UK only). If you would like to change that setting, or if at any point
another setting has been inadvertently entered, follow these steps:
Press the Set and Up buttons simultaneously. Release the buttons, the
display will flash. Press the Up button to cycle through each weight mode
until the mode that you require is displayed. Then press the Set button.
The unit will beep twice in short succession, and the display screen will
flash to confirm your selection and store it in memory.

Note: If weight mode is set to pounds or stone-pounds, the height programming mode will

be automatically set to feet and inches. Similarly, if kilograms is selected, height
will be automatically set to centimetres.

The automatic shut-down function shuts off the power automatically in the
following cases:

• If you interrupt the measurement process. The power will shut down
automatically within 10 to 20 seconds, depending upon the type of
operation.

•If an extraordinary weight is applied to the platform.

• If you make a mistake during measurement or a key or button operation.

•During programming, if you do not touch any of the keys or buttons
within 60 seconds.

• After you have completed the measuring process.

Note: If the power shuts off automatically, repeat the steps from “Setting and Storing Data

in Memory” (p.5).

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HOW TO MEASURE BODY FAT PERCENTAGE

GETTING ACCURATE READINGS

Setting and Storing Data in Memory

The unit can be operated only if data has been programmed into one of the two Personal Keys or the Guest mode.

1. Turn on the Power

Press the Set button to turn on the unit (once programmed, tapping a
Personal Key turns on the unit.) The unit will beep to confirm activation, the
Personal Key numbers (1,2,3,4) will be displayed, and the display will flash.

Note: If you don’t operate the unit for sixty seconds after the unit has been turned on, the

unit will turn off automatically.

2. Select a Personal Key Number

Press the Up/Down buttons to select a Personal Key. Once you reach the
Personal Key number you wish to use, press the Set button. The unit will
beep once to confirm.

3. Set Age

The display defaults to Age 30 (range of user age is between 7-99). An
arrow icon appears on the lower left side to indicate Age setting. Use the
Up/Down buttons to scroll through numbers. When you reach your age,
press the Set button. The unit will beep once to confirm.

4. Select Female or Male

Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through Female ( ) or Male ( ),
Female/Athlete and Male/Athlete settings, then press the Set button. The
unit will beep once to confirm.

5. Specify the Height

The display defaults to 5’ 7.0” (170cm) (range of user is from 3’ 4.0” – 7’

3.0” or 100cm – 220cm). Use the Up/Down buttons to specify Height and
then press the Set button. The unit will beep once to confirm.
The unit will beep twice and the display will flash all data (Male/Female,
Age, Height, etc.) three times to confirm the programming. The power will
then shut down automatically.

Note: If you make a mistake or want to turn the unit off before you have finished

programming it, press the Weight-Only Key to force quit.

To ensure accuracy, readings should be taken without clothing and under consistent
conditions of hydration. If you do not undress, always remove your socks or stockings,
and be sure the soles of your feet are clean before stepping on the measuring platform.
Be sure that your heels are correctly aligned with the electrodes on the
measuring platform. Don’t worry if your feet appear too large for the unit –
accurate readings can still be obtained if your toes overhang the platform.
It is best to take readings at the same time of day. Try to wait about three
hours after rising, eating, or hard exercise before taking measurements.
While readings taken under other conditions may not have the same
absolute values, they are accurate for determining the percentage of change
as long as the readings are taken in a consistent manner. To monitor
progress, compare weight and body fat percentage taken under the same
conditions over a period of time.

Heels centered on

electrodes

Toes may overhang
measuring platform

Note: An accurate reading will not be possible if
the soles of your feet are not clean, or if your
knees are bent or you are in a sitting position.

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TAKING WEIGHT AND BODY FAT READINGS

UNDERSTANDING YOUR READING

PROGRAMMING THE GUEST MODE

After programming your personal data you are ready to take a reading.

Select Personal Key

Using your toe, tap your pre-programmed Personal key. (Release the key
within 3 seconds or the display will show “Error”.) The unit will beep and
the display will show the programmed data. The unit will beep again and
the display will show “0.0”. Now step onto the platform.

Note: If you step onto the platform before “0.0” appears the display will show “Error” and you

will not obtain a reading. Furthermore, if you do not step onto the measuring platform
within about 60 seconds after “0.0” appears, the power is shut-off automatically.

Get Your Readings

Your weight will be shown first. Continue to stand on the platform.
“00000” will appear on the display and disappear one by one from left to
right. Your body fat percentage and Body Fat Range will appear on the
display screen. The display will then flash your weight and body fat
percentage alternately three times.

Note: Even if you step off the platform after all
the results are displayed, the alternating display of
body weight and body fat percentage will be
repeated three times. The unit will then shut
down automatically.

Healthy Range Indicator (Standard Adults only*)

Your body fat monitor/scale automatically compares your body fat reading
to the Healthy Body Fat Range chart.
Following your body fat percentage reading, four black squares will flash
along the bottom of the display, identifying where you fall within the Body
Fat Ranges for your age and gender. For example, if the squares appear
above the Green (0) area your range is within the Healthy Range – if they
appear over the Yellow (-) area, your reading is below the Healthy Range.
For more about the Healthy Range, see page 2.

Yellow(-) : Underfat; below the healthy body fat range. Increased risk

for health problems.

Green(0) : Healthy; within the healthy body fat percentage range for your

age/gender.

Orange(+) : Overfat; above the healthy range. Increased risk for health

problems.

Red(++) : Obese; high above the healthy body fat range. Greatly

increased risk of obesity-related health problems.

Note: If you select Athlete mode on the BF-662,
the unit will not display the Healthy Range
Indicator. *Athletes may have a lower body fat
range based on their particular sport or activity.
(range of user age is between 20-79)

Under Healthy Over Obese

The Guest mode allows you to use the monitor without losing the
information already assigned to a Personal Key.
To programme the Guest mode, use the Down button marked with a “G” to
turn on the power. Then follow steps 3 through 5 in “Setting and Storing
Data” (p.5.) The unit will beep twice and the display will show “0.0”. Step
onto the platform. Next follow the directions for “Get Your Reading” (p.6).

Note: If you step onto the platform before “0.0” appears the display will show “Error” and

you will not obtain a reading.

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TAKING WEIGHT MEASUREMENT ONLY

REPLACING THE BATTERIES

TROUBLESHOOTING

Select Weight-Only Key

Using your toe, tap the Weight-only key. After 2 or 3 seconds, “0.0” will
appear in the display and the unit will beep. When “0.0” appears in the
display, step onto the platform. The body weight value will appear.

If you
remain on the platform, the display will flash for about 30 seconds, and then the power
will automatically turn off. If you step off the platform, the weight will continue to show for
about 5 seconds, then “0.0” will appear and the unit will shut off automatically.

When the batteries run low, the “Lo” message will appear on the display
window. When this message appears, be sure to replace the batteries
immediately, since weak batteries will affect the accuracy of your
measurements. Change all the batteries at the same time with new AA-size
batteries.

Note: Your settings will not be erased from the memory when you remove the batteries.

If the following problems occur… then…

A wrong weight reading appears on the display.

Refer to “Switching the Weight Mode” on p.4.

“Lo” appears on the display, or all the data appears and immediately disappears.

Batteries are low. Replace batteries immediately.

The display shows “- - - - -” and goes off when a Personal Key is pressed.

No data (Male/Female, Age, Height, Athlete/Standard Adult) has been stored in the memory for that key. Pre-programme
with personal data (p.5).

The display reads “Error” or “- - - - -” appears or the power shuts off while
measuring.

Be sure that you have selected the correct user mode (Male/Female, Age, Height, Athlete/Standard Adult). Make sure
socks or stockings are removed, and the soles of your feet are clean and properly aligned with the guides on the
measuring platform. Consider whether or not you have selected the correct Personal Key and make sure that you wait for
“0.0” to appear before stepping on the platform. Step off and repeat steps on p.6.

“OL” appears while measuring.

Reading cannot be obtained if the weight capacity (21st 6lb/136kg/300lb) is exceeded.

Note: If body fat percentage is more than 75%, readings cannot be obtained from the unit.

The body fat percentage measurement does not appear after the weight is
measured.

Vibration will interfere with measurement of the fat percentage. Be sure to stand and still on the measuring platform. Do
not bend your knees. Be sure that shoes and socks are removed and check foot alignment. Step off and repeat steps on
p.6.

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