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INSTR UCTION MANU AL Model HBF-306 Thank you for purchasing the OMRON Body Fat Analyzer . Before using this unit for the first time, please be sure to read this instruction manual carefully and use the unit properly . Please keep this instruction manual on hand for future reference. BODY F A T ANAL YZER T able of Contents Notes on Safety . . . . . [...]
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Notes on Safety Please read this section carefully before using the unit. 2 Notes on Safety • The warning signs and the sample icons shown here are listed in order for you to use this product safely and correctly as well as to prevent risk and injury to you and others. • The icons and meanings are as follows: Indicates matters in which an immin[...]
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Notes on Safety 3 Notes on Safety Never start weight reduction or exercise therapy without the instructions of a physician or a specialist. • Self-diagnosis may damage your health condition. • Consult with your physcian before using when pregnant. Do not disassemble this unit. Y ou may be injured or damage the unit. Do not use this unit when yo[...]
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Features of the Pr oduct 4 Features of the Product Easy-to-Understand Displa y The unit displays the measured value of body fat percentage by the BI method and indicates the body mass in four ranges of LOW , NORMAL, HIGH, and VERY HIGH according to the BMI value. BI method: Bioelectrical Impedance method (see page 5) BMI: Body Mass Index = (weight [...]
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Names and Functions of the P ar ts 5 Names and Functions of the Parts Main unit Grip electrodes Extremely weak electrical current is sent from here during the measurement. On/Off button T urns the power on and off. Battery cover Set button Sets the personal number and the personal data. Up / Down b utton Sets the numerical values for personal infor[...]
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Names and Functions of the P ar ts 6 Names and Functions of the Parts Displa y Height / weight / age mode Athletic level Body fat percentage / height / weight / age Ready to measure Gender Personal No. GUEST Measurement progress / BMI classification bar BMI Low battery indicator ( When this symbol flashes, replace the batteries.) How to change the [...]
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How to Insert and Replace the Batteries 7 How to Insert and Replace the Batteries How to Insert the Batteries 1. While pressing the mark on the battery cover on the back of the unit with your finger , slide off the cover in the direction of the arrow . 2. Insert two AAA batteries with the polarities in correct alignment. 3. Slide and securely close[...]
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How to Measure: Set the Personal Data 8 How to Measure 1. T urn on the power . 2. Set the personal data. Push the On/Off button. All displays turn on. If you don ’ t want to set personal data for each measurement: Select the guest. 1) The display GUEST flashes. Push the Set button. The display GUEST changes to NORMAL / A THLETE selection mode. 2)[...]
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How to Measure 9 How to Measure Setting of personal data How to select NORMAL / A THLETE mode 1) Each time you push the U p / Down button, the display of NORMAL / A THLETE flashes. 2) Push the Set button to select NORMAL or A THLETE. Push Push FIT Index = Frequency × Intensity × T ime FIT Index ≥ 60 ——— Athlete FIT Index < 60 ———[...]
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How to Measure 10 How to Measure T ime Duration 4 45 minutes or more 3 30 to 44 minutes 2 15 - 29 minutes 1 less than 15 minutes Intensity 4 Conditioning Exercise Cycling - < 12 mph pace Weightlifting - moderate effort Stationary cycling - light effort Rowing - light effort Calisthenics Stretching / Yoga Rowing machines - light effort Water aero[...]
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How to Measure 11 How to Measure Setting of age (Setting range: NORMAL , 10 to 80 / A THLETE , 18 to 60 years old) 1) Confirm the age setting screen.The age value 40 flashes and the age is indicated. 2) Push the Up / Down button to change the age. The age values change by 1 year . By holding the button for more than 1 second, the age values change [...]
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How to Measure: Start the Measurement 12 How to Measure 3. Star t the measurement. When the values are set to height of 6' 3 1 / 4 , weight of 149 lbs., age 37 years old, and gender male: 1) Stand with both feet slightly apart. 2) Hold the grip electrodes. Wrap your middle finger around the groove of the handle. Place the palm of your hand on [...]
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How to Measure 13 How to Measure Push 6) Hold the electrodes with both hands. The unit automatically detects that it is held and starts measurement. The display flashes one by one and moves to the right end. The BMI judgment bar turns on immediately after the body fat percentage and the BMI are displayed. (The bar at the right end flashes). Y ou ca[...]
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Age Low Recommended High V ery High (BMI < 18.5) (BMI 18.5-24.9) (BMI 25-29.9) (BMI > 30) Female 20-39 5-20 21-33 34-38 >38 40-59 5-22 23-34 35-40 >40 60-79 5-23 24-36 37-41 >41 Male 20-39 5-7 8-20 21-25 >24 40-59 5-10 1 1-21 22-27 >27 60-79 5-12 13-25 26-30 >30 How to Measure: How to Interpret the Measured Results How to Me[...]
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How to Care f or and Store the Unit Err or Displays 15 How to Care for and Store the Unit / Explanation of Error Displays Clean the main unit with a soft dry cloth. If the main unit is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth lightly dampened with water or detergent, then wipe it dry with a dry cloth. Be careful so that no water gets inside the main u[...]
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T r oubleshooting 16 T roubleshooting T rouble What to inspect How to repair When the On/Off button is pushed, nothing is displayed. Are the batteries worn out? Replace both batteries with new ones. (Refer to Page 7.) Is the direction of battery polarities correct? Insert the batteries correctly . (Refer to Page 7.) The value of body fat percentage[...]
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17 What Y ou Should Know When Using This Unit What Y ou Should Know When Using This Unit What is body fat per centage? Fat mass Fat-free mass • Bones • Blood • Muscles • Water Body Weight Body fat percentage refers to the amount of body fat mass in regards to the total body weight described in a percentage. This Omron Body Fat Analyzer will[...]
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18 What Y ou Should Know When Using This Unit What Y ou Should Know When Using This Unit Principles of body fat per centage measurement The OMRON Body Fat Analyzer estimates the body fat percentage by the Bioelectrical Impedance (BI) method. What is the Bioelectrical Impedance Method? Muscles, blood vessels and bones are body tissues having a high [...]
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19 What Y ou Should Know When Using This Unit What Y ou Should Know When Using This Unit For the f ollowing cases, the body fat per centage measured b y this unit may significantl y differ fr om the actual body fat per centage . Measurements in the following groups of people may vary due to consistently changing amounts of water and tissue density [...]
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20 For a Correct Measurement For a Correct Measurement 25.0 24.0 23.0 22.0 7:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m. Body fat is aff ected by the c hange of water content in the body . A person ’ s hydration level and blood circulation may have an ef fect on their body fat reading. In the table be[...]
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21 For a Correct Measurement For a Correct Measurement Please av oid measurement under the follo wing conditions. Advice f or measurement If a measurement is made under the following physical conditions, the measured body fat percentage may differ significantly from the actual one because the water content in the body is changing. Immediately after[...]
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22 For a Correct Measurement For a Correct Measurement Daily activities Waking up Breakfast Lunch Taking a bath or eating dinner Going to bed 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours After waking up Before lunch and about 2 hours or more after breakfast In the afternoon about 2 hours or more after lunch and before taking a bath or eating dinner Before going to bed [...]
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Specifications 23 Specifications Designation OMRON Body Fat Analyzer Model HBF-306 Display Body fat percentage (4.0 to 50.0%) BMI (7.0 to 90.0) BMI classifacation (4 levels) Set ranges Height: 3' 4" to 6' 6" (101 cm. to 198 cm.) Weight: 23 lbs. to 440 1 / 2 lbs. (10 kg. to 220 kg.) Age: NORMAL; 10 to 80 years old A THLETE; 18 to[...]
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Caution 24 Caution CA UTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Omron Healthcare, Inc. will void the user ’ s warranty . NO TE: POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION INTERFERENCE (for U.S.A. only) This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These lim[...]
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Limited One Y ear W arranty 25 Limited One Y ear W arranty Y our HBF-306 Body Fat Analyzer is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of one year under normal use. This warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser . Should repair be needed within the warranty period, ship the unit prepaid with the proof of purchase da[...]
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For Customer Service Call T oll Free 1-800-634-4350 Distributed by: OMRON HEAL THCARE, INC. 300 Lakeview Parkway V ernon Hills, Illinois 60061 www .omronhealthcare.com Copyright © 2001 OMRON Healthcare, Inc. HBF-306INST Rev[...]