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Tanita DC-13CU Instruction Manual

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BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER
Instruction Manual
<Usage Conditions>
: 41˚F to 95˚F/5˚C to 35˚C
Temperature Range
: 30% to 80% (non-condensing)
Relative Humidity Range
: 6,500ft ASL (2,000m ASL)
Max Altitude
Atomospheric Pressure Range : 86kPa to 106kPa
Please read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
DC-13CU
<Storage Conditions>
Temperature Range
Relative Humidity Range
Atmospheric Pressure Range : 70kPa to 106kPa
To avoid malfunctions, avoid storing the equipment in a place with direct sunlight,
significant temperature changes, a risk of dampness, a large amount of dust or a
risk of vibration or impact, or in the vicinity of flames.
: 14˚F to 140˚F/-10˚C to 60˚C
: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)

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  • Page 1 BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER DC-13CU Instruction Manual <Usage Conditions> <Storage Conditions> : 41˚F to 95˚F/5˚C to 35˚C : 14˚F to 140˚F/-10˚C to 60˚C Temperature Range Temperature Range : 30% to 80% (non-condensing) : 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Relative Humidity Range Relative Humidity Range...
  • Page 2 - collating subject data for large cohort research studies The TANITA Body Composition Analyzer is indicated for use in the measurement of weight and impedance, and the estimation of body mass index (BMI), total body fat percent and...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Use For Your Safety ……………………………… 4 Checking the Contained Items ……………… 8 Positioning the Scale/Setting up the Mat …… 9 Part Names & Connection Procedure ………… 10 Setting the Thermal Paper Roll ……………… 13 Setting an SD Card …………………………… 14 Power Supply …………………………………...

  • Page 4: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety This section explains precautionary measures to be taken to avoid injury to the users of this equipment and others, and to prevent damage to property. Please familiarise yourself with this information to ensure safe operation of this equipment. Warning Failure to follow instructions highlighted with this mark could result in death or severe injury.
  • Page 5 Caution Do not allow the equipment to get wet. Avoid using on subjects with allergies to metals. Allergic reactions may be caused by the stainless steel used in the electrodes of this equipment. Do not jump on the equipment. Do not tilt the equipment. Do not use this equipment near other products that emit electromagnetic waves.
  • Page 6 For Your Safety (continued) For Accurate Measurements Avoid measuring after strenuous exercise. This may cause inaccurate measurements. Please take measurements after sufficient rest. Avoid measuring after over-eating or over-drinking, or when severely dehydrated. This may cause inaccurate measurements. For greater accuracy, avoid using directly after waking up.
  • Page 7 Scheduled Maintenance TANITA recommends that each facility conduct periodic checks of each unit. 1. Check the following at least daily: • Date and time settings 2. Visually inspect the following at least weekly: • The display for any damage or contamination •...

  • Page 8: Checking The Contained Items

    Checking the Contained Items Checking the Contained Items (Platform, Control box, Accessories) Ⓐ Ⓐ Control box Pole Ⓑ Platform Ⓒ Cover (front) Ⓓ Ⓓ Cover (back) Ⓒ Grip Ⓑ Accessories □ □ □ □ AC adaptor AC cord Screws x 4 Mats x 3 □...

  • Page 9: Positioning The Scale/Setting Up The Mat

    Checking the Contained Items/Assembly (continued) Positioning the Scale/Setting up the Mat Positioning the Scale Checking that the equipment is level. Unfasten the knobs on the platform and stabilize the feet (x 4) and adjustable feet (x 2). Feet Adjustable feet x 2 Note For accurate measurements, make the equipment as even as possible.

  • Page 10: Part Names & Connection Procedure

    Part Names & Connection Procedure Control Box Electrodes × 4 Grip holder Casters ×２ Platform Adjustable feet ×2 Feet × 4 Symbols and their Meanings WEEE - Waste Electrical SD card Positive polarity and Electronic Equipment Directives Alternating current Serial interface For indoor use only Input, Output See the instructions...
  • Page 11 Control Box Printer Display SD card slot Operating key Connecting the Power Plug 〈Back of the controller〉 1. Connect the AC adapter to the AC cord and plug the AC adapter into the controller jack. AC cord AC adapter 2. Plug the plug on the AC adapter into the wall socket.
  • Page 12 Part Names & Connection Procedure (continued) Display and Keys DC - 13CU Meanings of the LED Indicators and Keys Display Body Fat (percentage and mass) Turn ON/OFF the power *Not measured value but calculated value Display Body Muscle (percentage and mass) *Not measured value but calculated value Feeds the printer paper Display Body Water (percentage and mass)

  • Page 13: Setting The Thermal Paper Roll

    Setting the Thermal Paper Roll ② ③ handle on the left hand side of the controller. ① ④ 10cm of paper from the thermal paper roll. original place. Press to turn on the device. After all the indicators are displayed, displayed.

  • Page 14: Setting An Sd Card

    Setting an SD Card When the power is turned OFF, insert an SD card into the slot with the logo side facing upwards. Make sure the card is facing in the correct direction when inserting it. Press to turn on the device. When the device detects the SD card, the mark on the right appears in the upper left corner of the screen.

  • Page 15: Power Supply

    Power Supply Turning the Main Power ON/OFF Turning the main power ON Press the key to turn on the power. The initial screen is displayed. Turning the main power OFF Press the key to turn the power OFF. Emergency Shut Down Keep the area around the plug socket clear during operation of the equipment in case of an emergency.

  • Page 16: Settings

    Settings Press the key to change the mode. The setting screen is displayed. Note •The key cannot be used when the scale is measuring weight or results are displayed while standing on the platform after measurement. Select the setting item from the list below. Enter numerical values and press the key.
  • Page 17 Select the Measurement Mode Select the measurement mode by pressing the key. Body Composition Mode The measurement mode is switched in the following order when the key is pressed: “Body Composition” “Scale” Scale Mode The “ ” mark is displayed when the scale mode is selected.

  • Page 18: Taking A Measurement

    0.7kg 1.0kg 2.5kg *The weight is based on the standards as researched by TANITA. Input a user ID (16 digits). This may not be displayed if the ID number function is set to off. If the ID number is set to ON, ID number will be increased automatically.
  • Page 19 Body Composition Mode Select gender. Enter age. The age range: 5 to 99 Enter height. The height range: 3’0.0” to 7’11.5” (90.0 to 249.9cm) Height input unit setting → See P.16 Setting item 10 Note Set target body fat ratio. This may not be displayed if the target body fat ratio function is set to off.

  • Page 20: Measurement Results

    Taking a Measurement (continued) Measurement Results Output Measurement Results (Body Composition Mode) The measurement results are displayed on the LCD after measurement is completed. The results are printed immediately after measurement is completed. Press the key to select the measurement display. The measurement display is switched in the following order by pressing the key.
  • Page 21 Measurement Results Total Body water (Applicable age: 5 to 99) Body weight (kg) Body water (kg) Body water % Body water icon Visceral fat rating (Applicable age: 18 to 99) Body weight (kg) Visceral fat rating Visceral fat rating VFR icon Basal metabolic rate (Applicable age: 5 to 99) Body weight (kg)

  • Page 22: Scale Mode

    0.5kg 0.7kg 1.0kg 2.5kg *The weight is based on the standards as researched by TANITA. Input a user ID (16 digits). This may not be displayed if the ID number function is set to off. If the ID number is set to ON, ID number will be increased automatically.

  • Page 23: Output And Storage Of Measurement Results

    People who are undertaking training such as bodybuilding to increase their muscle mass. Target Body Fat • A target body fat % should be set by a professional only. TANITA is not responsible for setting the Attention • Posture when measuring.

  • Page 24: Select Printing Data

    Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) 1.on Indicator Muscle Mass 1.on Metabolic Age 1.on Indicator BMR 1.on Visceral Fat Rating 1.on Physique Rating 1.on 1.on Bioelectrical data 1.on Ideal Body Weight 1.on TANITA Logo 1.on Press the key again to return to the measurement display.

  • Page 25: Lists Of Contents Of The Print Item Preset

    Lists of Contents of the Print Item Preset Body composition analyzer Print item Full Short Scale Body Type Standard Athletic Child Standard Athletic Child TANITA LOGO ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Category Name ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓...

  • Page 26: In The Case To Select The Print Item Preset

    ・Fat % is amount of body fat as a before you start a body weight proportion of body weight. management program. Fat mass TANITA is not responsible for ・Total weight of fat mass in the body. the target body fat ratio. BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER...

  • Page 27: Reading Stored Measurement Result Data

    Reading Stored Measurement Result Data Press the key while the display is on, and select the setting 80. Make sure the SD card is inserted. Enter the measurement date (YYYYMMDD) using the keypad, then press the Enter key and “oPEn” lights. When there is no data matching with the entered date, “F-nonE”...

  • Page 28: Data Output

    Output and Storage of Measurement Results (continued) Data Output Outputting measurement results via the USB or RS The results are output to the PC immediately after measurement is completed. Data is output in CSV format. • USB connector (Type B 4 - pin female) and RS-232C are located on the back of the control box. •...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Please check the following before requesting repair. Problem Solution • Hold the grip with bare hands. Error with impedance If the palms are dry, use a dropper to apply measurement about 0.5mL of water before measurement. “Err40” is displayed. •...

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Specifi cations Model Number DC-13CU AC adapter Power Source Input: 100 – 240V Output: 12V Electric Current Range 25VA Measurement System Dual-frequency 4 electrode Measurement Frequency 6.25kHz/50kHz Electrode Materials Plastic plated Impedance Measurement Part Between both hands Measurement Measurement Range 150.0 to 1,500.0 (0.1 increments)
  • Page 31 0.0 to 20.0lb (0.2lb increments) Clothes Weight 0.0 to 10.0kg (0.1kg increments) ID No. 16 digits Gender Female/Male Input Items Body Type Standard/Athletic * 5 to 99 years 3’0.0” to 7’11.5” (0.5 inch increments) Height 90.0 to 249.9cm (0.1cm increments) Target Body Fat % 4 to 55% (1% increments) ID No.
  • Page 32 Please follow a regional regulation when you dispose of this. made to this device that are not expressly approved by Tanita Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 2661 TANITA India Private Limited A-502, Mittal Commercia, Off.

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