Table Of Contents - Beurer BG 42 Instruction Manual

• Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to the environment. Always dispose of batteries in accor-
dance with applicable local regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with normal household waste.
• Observe the local regulations for material disposal. Dispose of the device in accordance with local
regulations.
• Do not step on the scale if you weigh more than 330 lb (150 kg, 24 st). This may damage the unit. When
in doubt contact your physician.
• Do not weigh more than one person on the scale at one time. This may damage the unit.
• Do not use mobile telephones, microwaves, and other devices which generate strong electrical or elec-
tromagnetic fields near the unit. This may result in incorrect operation of the unit.
• Do not press the buttons with excessive force or with any pointed objects.
• Never attempt to repair the instrument or adjust it yourself. This may damage the unit and impair the
functions. If you need to have the unit repaired, please contact our customer service. Please see
warranty for service contact. Before submitting any complaint, first check the batteries and replace
them if necessary.
• Changes or modifications to the device will nullify the user warranty.
Content
1. Important safety notes ..................................... 2
WARNING
................................................... 2
CAUTION
.................................................... 3
NOTICE
...................................................... 3
2. Package Contents ............................................ 5
3. Device description ............................................ 5
Overview ............................................................. 5
Measuring units .................................................. 5
General Notes ..................................................... 5
4. The measuring principle .................................. 5
5. Batteries ............................................................ 6
6. Operation ........................................................... 6
Measuring weight only ....................................... 8
Measuring weight, body fat, body water, bone
mass, active metabolic rate and
muscle percentage ............................................. 8
Explanation of the 5 levels of physical
activity ................................................................ 8
Performing the measurement ............................. 8
The following data will be displayed .................. 9
Displaying measured value memory .................. 9
Tips for using the scale ...................................... 9
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
If the instruction manual is damaged or if you no longer have the instruction manual in your pos-
session, please contact Beurer customer service. Please see warranty for service contact.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this Beurer product. Our name stands for high-quality, thoroughly tested products for
applications in the areas of heat, weight, blood pressure, body temperature, pulse, gentle therapy, massage
and air.
Please read these instructions completely and carefully before using this product and keep them for later reference.
Be sure to make them accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.
With best regards,
Your Beurer Team
7. Limitations ....................................................... 9
8. Evaluation of results ..................................... 10
Body fat ......................................................... 10
Body water ..................................................... 10
Muscle percentage ........................................ 10
Bone mass..................................................... 10
Active metabolic rate ..................................... 11
9. Results in relation to time ............................ 11
10. Troubleshooting ............................................ 12
11. Cleaning, maintenance and disposal .......... 12
Cleaning and maintaining .............................. 12
Disposal ......................................................... 13
12. Technical specifications .............................. 13
13. Warranty ........................................................ 13
14. EMC Compliance Declaration ..................... 14
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