Omron HBF-306C Instruction Manual

Omron HBF-306C Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FAT LOSS
MONITOR
HBF-306C
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL FAT LOSS MONITOR HBF-306C Model...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Before Using the Monitor Introduction ....................... 3 Safety Information ..................... 4 Information on Body Composition Bioelectrical Impedance Method............... 5 Body Fat Percentage ..................5 Body Mass Index (BMI)..................6 Recommended Measurement Times ..............7 Calculate your FIT Index ..................8 Operating Instructions Know Your Unit ......................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Omron HBF-306C Fat Loss Monitor. ® Fill-in for future reference DATE PURCHASED:__________ SERIAL NUMBER: __________ Staple your purchase receipt here. The Fat Loss Monitor is an excellent tool to quickly measure your body fat percentage and body mass index.
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 5: Information On Body Composition

    Estimated Body Fat Percentage Hydrodensitometry, or underwater weighing, has been an established method for accurate evaluation of body composition. Omron has used research information from several hundred people using the underwater method to develop the formula by which the Fat Loss Monitor works.The body fat mass and body fat percent is calculated by a formula...
  • Page 6: Body Mass Index (Bmi)

    INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION Body Mass Index (BMI) BMI is an internationally used index to show body composition by determining the balance between the height and the weight. Body Mass Index (BMI) Formula: US - Calculated using pounds and inches: (weight in pounds x 703) / height in inches / height in inches Metric –...
  • Page 7: Recommended Measurement Times

    INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION Recommended Measurement Times Understanding the normal changes in your body fat percentage can help you maintain your fitness and health and/or help you reduce your body fat. Being aware of the times when the body fat percentages shift within your own daily schedule will assist you in obtaining an accurate trending of your body fat.
  • Page 8: Calculate Your Fit Index

    CALCULATE YOUR FIT INDEX The Fat Loss Monitor can be set to either NORMAL or ATHLETE mode, based on your activity level. Normal Mode: • For people with lower activity, frequency, intensity and time • For people who are currently not exercising or active Athlete Mode: •...
  • Page 9 CALCULATE YOUR FIT INDEX Intensity Conditioning Exercise Sports & Recreational Activities Cycling - < 12 mph pace Archery Weightlifting - moderate effort Basketball - shooting baskets Stationary cycling - light effort Bowling Rowing - light effort Fencing Calisthenics Golf Stretching / Yoga Gymnastics Rowing machines - light effort Horseback riding...
  • Page 10: Know Your Unit

    KNOW YOUR UNIT SDGSDGS Main unit Grip electrodes Display Extremely low-level Displays personalized electrical current is sent measurements. from here during the measurement. Grip electrodes On/Off button Turns the power on and off. Battery cover Start button Press the button and Set button Sets the personal number the measurement starts.
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR UNIT SDGSDGS Display Height / weight / age indicator Normal or Athlete Mode Body fat percentage / height / weight / age Ready to measure Starting to measure Gender Low battery indicator BMI Classification Bar Personal Profile No. Measurement Progress Guest...
  • Page 12: Battery Installation

    BATTERY INSTALLATION SDGSDGS 1. Press the indicator on the battery cover and slide the cover off in the direction of the arrow. 2. Install 2 “AAA” size alkaline batteries so the + (positive) and - (negative) polarities match the polarities of the battery compartment as indicated.
  • Page 13: Setting The Us/Metric Mode

    SETTING THE US/METRIC MODE SDGSDGS The Fat Loss Monitor can be set to either the US or Metric system. NOTE: The monitor is already preset to display personal data in US mode. When changing the US/Metric mode all personal data is deleted. SETTING THE METRIC MODE 1.
  • Page 14: Setting Personal Data

    SETTING PERSONAL DATA You will need to enter the following information in order to get a measurement: Normal/Athlete mode, height, weight, age and gender. The Fat Loss Monitor provides two options to enter or save your personal data. • Select GUEST if you do not want your personal data stored in the memory. When you select the GUEST mode you will need to enter your personal data before taking each measurement.
  • Page 15 SETTING PERSONAL DATA SETTING THE HEIGHT Set the height between 3'4'' and 6'6''. 1. Press the Up button or Down button to change the height. The value changes in increments of 1/4''. Press and hold the button to advance faster. NOTE: Press the Down button and the Up button at the same time to reset the height to the default value 5'7''.
  • Page 16: Changing Personal Data

    SETTING PERSONAL DATA SETTING THE GENDER Select MALE or FEMALE. 1. Press the Up button or Down button to select MALE OR FEMALE. 2. Press the Set button. All personal data is set. indicator displays on the screen. CHANGING PERSONAL DATA You can change your personal profile at any time, including height, weight, age, and Fit index.
  • Page 17: How To Take A Measurement

    HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT Before taking a measurement your personal data must be entered. If you choose GUEST, you will need to enter your personal data prior to taking the measurement. Refer to page 14, Setting the Personal Data. 1.
  • Page 18 HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT 5. Hold your arms straight out at a 90° angle to your body. NOTE: Do not move during the measurement. Measurement taken in the following positions may not provide accurate results: Moving your body Measuring Elbows are bent Arms positioned upward or arms during the...
  • Page 19: Caring For Your Monitor

    Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or longer. Use the unit consistent with the instruction provided in this manual. Do not disassemble or modify the unit. Changes or modifications not approved by Omron Healthcare will void the user warranty.
  • Page 20: Error Indicators

    ERROR INDICATORS NUMBER CAUSE CORRECTION Grasp the electrodes correctly. Electrodes were not Refer to page 17, number 4, under firmly grasped. “How to take a measurement”. Slightly moisten hands with Hands are dry. a wet towel. Body Fat Percentage and Verify your personal data is BMI values are outside the correct.
  • Page 21: Fcc Statement

    FCC STATEMENT SDGSDGS NOTE: 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 limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 22: Warranty Information

    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.
  • Page 23: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SDGSDGS HBF-306CN (HBF-306-Z5) Model: OMRON Fat Loss Monitor Description: Body fat percentage (4.0 to 50.0%) BI Method Display: BMI (7.0 to 90.0) BMI classification (4 levels) Height: 3' 4" to 6' 6" (100 cm to 199.5 cm) Set ranges: Weight: 23 lbs to 440 1/2 lbs (10 kg to 199.8 kg)
  • Page 24 Manufactured for : OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd. Distributed by : OMRON HEALTHCARE, INC. 1925 West Field Court Lake Forest, IL 60045 U.S.A. www.omronhealthcare.com © 2012 OMRON HEALTHCARE, INC. 5325260-0C Made in China...

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