First Time Setup; Getting Started – Enter Personal Data Into Memory; To Measure Weight And Body Composition; Recall Personal Data From Memory - HoMedics HealthStation SC-540 Instruction Manual

Thank you for your HoMedics HealthStation Body Composition Scanner purchase.
This, like the entire HoMedics product line, is built with high-quality craftsmanship to
provide years of dependable service. We hope you will find it to be the finest product
of its kind.

First Time Setup

1. This scale operates on 4-AAA batteries (included). Open the battery cover and
install the batteries according to the polarity as shown inside the battery
compartment.
2. Some models have a static cling label on the lens to prevent scratching. Remove
before use.
3. Set the "LB/KG/ST" unit of measure switch located on the back of the scale for
pounds, kilograms or stones.
NOTE: The switch is pre-set to pounds.
4. The scale needs to be initialized before first use or after battery installation. Step
lightly on the scale platform disregarding the reading and step off. Wait for the
scale to automatically turn off. The scale is now ready for use.
NOTE: The scale may need to be initialized if it is moved or
bumped.
Down On/Off
Button
Button
Getting Started – Enter Personal Data into Memory
You have approximately 30 seconds to complete each programming step below or the
scale will turn off to conserve battery power. If this happens, repeat the programming
steps.
Before beginning, decide which memory location you would like (1-12).
1. Press the ON/OFF BUTTON (Figure 1).
2. Set Memory. Press the / BUTTON to select your desired memory location
(1-12). After you choose, press the SET BUTTON.
3. Set Height. Press the / BUTTON to find your height. When your HEIGHT is
correct, press the SET BUTTON.
4. Set Age. Press the / BUTTON to find your age. When your AGE is correct,
press the SET BUTTON.
5. Set Gender. Press the / BUTTON to select male or female. When GENDER is
correct, press the SET BUTTON.
Figure 1
Set Button Up Button
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6. Set Normal or Athlete. Press the /
you choose, press the SET BUTTON.
NOTE: See definition of an Athlete on page 7.
7. The Memory Number will flash 6 times to confirm your information has been entered
in your memory location. The display will show "00" and then shut off.
Your data is saved into memory. Remember your memory location (1-12). You will need
it each time you measure your body composition.
Repeat steps 1-6 to set other pre-programmed memory locations.

To Measure Weight and Body Composition

1. Place the scale on a flat, hard surface. Carpeted or uneven floors may affect
accuracy.
2. You must be bare foot to take this reading.
NOTE: You must wait several hours before taking a reading when
drinking coffee or alcohol, taking diuretic medications or
exercising.

Recall Personal Data from Memory

1. Press the ON/OFF BUTTON to turn the scale on. The memory digit will flash.
2. Press the / BUTTON to choose your MEMORY LOCATION.
3. Your previous data will appear on the screen and then show "00" weight (Figure 2).
4. When "00" weight shows on the screen, step on the scale, positioning your feet
evenly on the scale platform (Figure 3). Stand still while the scale measures your
weight, body fat %, body water%, muscle mass %, bone mass % and daily calories.
Figure 2
5. Your readings and Body Fat Health Status are shown (Figures 4 and 5).
See reference charts on page 7.
BUTTON to select your activity level. After
Figure 3
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