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Instruction Manual Body Composition Analyzer DC-240 Images in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. <Usage Conditions> <Storage/Transport Conditions> : 41 to 95°F/5 to 35°C : 14 to 140°F/-10 to 60°C Temperature Range Temperature Range : 30 to 80% : 10 to 90% (without condensation)
Intended Use The TANITA body composition analyzer is a medical device intended to measure weight and impedance, and to estimate body composition, such as the body fat percentage, total body water percentage, muscle mass, bone mass, visceral fat rating, basal metabolic rate (BMR), fat mass, body mass index(BMI), and metabolic age using a noninvasive method on Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA).
For Your Safety This section explains precautionary measures to be taken to avoid injury to the patients and operators of this product, and to prevent damage to property. Please familiarize yourself with this information to ensure safe operation of this product. Contraindication This product must not be used on subjects with pacemakers or other mechanical implants.
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For Your Safety (Continue) Caution Keep off wet circumstance. Avoid using on subjects with allergies to metals. Allergic reactions may be caused by the stainless steel used in the electrodes of this product. Do not jump on the product. Do not use this product near other products that emit electromagnetic waves. Do not insert fingers into gaps and holes.
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For Accurate Measurements Avoid measuring after hard exercise. May result in measurement errors. Please take measurements after sufficient rest. Avoid measuring after over-eating or over-drinking, and when severely dehydrated. Prohibited May result in measurement errors. For greater accuracy, avoid using directly after waking up.
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For Your Safety (Continue) Scheduled Maintenance TANITA recommends that each facility conduct periodic checks of each unit. 1. Check the following at least daily: •The unit is on a stable and level surface i.e. on a firm flooring, not on a thick carpet 2.
Part Names & Accessories Front Back Display Battery Box Electrode Adjustable feet Platform Accessories The correct direction of the adjustable feet Instruction manual If the adjustable feet came off, attach these in the direction (this book) of the following figure. AC adapter The product will not work if attached incorrectly.
Names and Functions of Display Panel & Operation Keys Meanings of the Display Panel & Operation Keys Indicates that the clothes weight is input Weight Only Indicates that the Weight Only (Scale) Mode Weight Lock Indicates that the Weight is locking Weight Lock Mode Indicates that the Weight Lock function is activated Indicates that the age is input...
Preparation Using batteries • Please change the batteries LR6 (AA) carefully to avoid dropping them on your feet. • Ensure that the batteries are inserted with the correct polarity / . If the polarity is incorrect, then the batteries may leak and damage the product.
Power Supply When turn on the power Press to turn on the power. When turn off the power Press to turn off the power. Emergency Shutdown Pull out the batteries or AC adapter in case of an emergency. When using the batteries When using the AC Adapter For emergency, keep clear around the outlet during operating this product.
Various Settings Call up the setting mode Press to turn on the power. Press for 1 second. SET 0 is displayed. Select the setting items by using ▲ or ▼. Press Check the software version. SET 0 Set ON/OFF of the beep sound. SET 1 (0: off, 1: on, default: 1 on) Set ON/OFF of the athlete selection.
How to Use (Mode Selection) Press to turn on the power. Model name is displayed. is displayed. The product will be booted by Body Composition Mode. Select the mode by Body Composition Mode ( P.13) Scale Mode ( P.16) Scale: BMI Mode ( P.18) Scale: Weight Lock Mode ( ...
How to Use (Body Composition Mode) Press to turn on the power. Check that the Body Composition Mode is selected ( P.12). Input the clothes weight by using ▲ or ▼. Press è clear the input. Select the body type and gender by using ▲...
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How to Use (Body Composition Mode) (Continue) Input the age by using ▲ or ▼. Press è return to previous status. Input the height by using ▲ or ▼. Press è return to previous status...
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How to Use (Body Composition Mode) Step on the platform with bare feet, after "Step On" flashing. <Body fat %> <Body weight> Measurement completion. <BMI> <Total body water %> , return to previous status. è...
How to Use (Scale Mode) Press to turn on the power. Select the Scale Mode. Check that the "Weight Only" lights up ( P.12). Input the clothes weight by using ▲ or ▼. Press è return to previous status Step on the platform, after "Step On" flashing. Measurement completion.
How to Use (Scale: Weight Lock Mode) Activation of Weight Lock Mode Press to turn on the power. Select the Scale: Weight Lock Mode. Check that the "Weight Only" "Weight Lock Mode" lights up ( P.12). Input the clothes weight by using ▲ or ▼. Press è...
How to Use (Scale: BMI Mode) Press to turn on the power. Select the Scale: BMI Mode. Check that the "BMI" is displayed ( P.12). Input the clothes weight by using ▲ or ▼. Press è clear the input. Input the height weight by using ▲ or ▼. Press è...
Troubleshooting - Please check the following before asking for repair. Symptom Please check Impedance measurement error ・Measure with bare feet. ・If the soles of your feet are dry, use a dropper to drop about 0.5mL of water on the electrodes before measurement. ・Check the input information.
The TANITA Body Composition Analyzer measures body composition using a constant current source with a high frequency current (50 kHz, 90 µA). The 8 electrodes are positioned so that electric current is supplied from the electrodes on the tips of the toes of both feet, and voltage is measured on the heel of both feet.
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Ensuring you have healthy levels of visceral fat my reduce the risk of certain diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and the onset of type 2 diabetes. The TANITA Body Composition Analyzer will provide you with a visceral fat rating from 1 to 59. Rating from 1 to 12 Indicates you have a healthy level of visceral fat.
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The basic way of calculating Basal Metabolic Rate BMR is a standard equation using weight and age. TANITA has conducted in-depth research into the relationship of BMR and body composition giving a much more accurate and personalized reading for the user based on the impedance measurement. This method has been medically validated using indirect calorimetry (measuring the breath composition).*...
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Below is the result of estimated dry bone mass of persons aged 20 to 40, who are said to have the largest amounts of bone masses, by weight. (Source: TANITA Body Weight Science Institute) Please use the below charts as a guide to compare your bone mass reading.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by TANITA Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.