Etekcity FIT 8S - Smart Fitness Scale Manual

Package Contents

1 x Smart Fitness Scale
3 x 1.5V AAA Batteries (Pre-Installed)
1 x Quick Start Guide

Specifications

Function Diagram

1. Weighing Platform
2. Display
3. Anti-Skid Padding
4. Unit Switching Button
5. Battery Compartment

Digital Display

1. Weight Measurement
2. Wireless Connection Icon
3. Weight Units

VeSync App Setup

Note: Due to app updates and improvements, the contents of this manual may change without notice. The VeSync app user interface may appear slightly different.

1. To download the VeSync app, scan the QR code or search "VeSync" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Note:

• This scale uses the VeSync app, not the VeSyncFit app.
• For Android users, you may need to select Allow to use VeSync.

2. Open the VeSync app. If you already have an account, tap Log In. To create a new account, tap Sign Up.
3. Make sure your phone has Bluetooth turned on.
4. Tap + in the VeSync app and select your smart fitness scale.

Note:

• Make sure to choose the right device model (you can find it on the back of the scale), or it will lead to a connection failure.

5. Follow the in-app instructions to connect to your smart fitness scale.

Before First Use

1. Open the battery compartment on the underside of the scale. Remove the included AAA batteries.
2. Remove the plastic insulator strip from the battery compartment.
3. Replace the batteries. Follow the guidelines in the battery compartment to match the + and – terminals.

Using the Device

Note:

• If you are pregnant, scale measurements will not be accurate.
• If you want to measure the weight of your baby or pet, you can click the " " (Expand) button in the lower right corner of the home page and click the " " (Baby Mode) button to enter the baby measurement mode and measure according to the prompts. In baby mode, the APP will only measure weight and BMI.

Weighing Without the VeSync App

1. Place the scale on a hard, flat surface. [Figure 1.1]
   
2. Step on the scale, then step off. Wait for the screen to display "0.0" before using.
3. Place dry, bare feet on the scale's conductive areas. Stand on the scale until the display flashes several times, showing your final measurement. [Figure 1.2]
   

Switching Units

1. To change the unit of measurement (kg, lb, or st), step on the scale to turn it on. Then, turn the scale over and press the unit conversion button on the underside. To keep the settings consistent, make sure the scale is connected to the VeSync app. [Figure 1.3]
   
2. The default unit is pounds (lb). After changing units, the scale will show the new unit of measurement.

Using the App

Creating a User
If you are a new user, you will need to enter your physical information before weighing yourself for the first time so the scale can calculate your body metrics.

Note:

• Entering inaccurate information will make the scale's measurements less accurate.
• If you don't identify with the available gender options, or are unsure, pick the choice that you think best physically matches you. This choice is used for physical measurements, such as body fat percentages.

Maintenance

Clearing the Unit

If the scale has been moved or flipped upside down, it must be cleared to ensure accurate results.

1. Place the scale on a hard, flat surface.
2. Step on the scale until digits appear on the display, then step off. [Figure 2.1]
   
3. The scale will show " " when cleared. [Figure 2.2]
   

Cleaning the Unit

• Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the surface of the scale, followed by a soft, dry cloth to wipe away any remaining moisture.
• Do not use chemical or abrasive cleaning agents to clean the scale.

Replacing the Batteries

The display will show "Lo" when the batteries need to be replaced.

1. Open the battery compartment on the underside of the scale.
2. Remove the old batteries and dispose of them properly.
3. Install 3 new 1.5V AAA batteries. Follow the guidelines in the battery compartment to match the + and – terminals.
4. After closing the battery compartment, clear the scale (see Clearing the Unit).

Display Messages

Troubleshooting

The device doesn't turn on

• Check if the batteries are properly installed. If using the scale for the first time, remove the plastic insulator strip from the battery compartment.

Information flashes on the screen and then disappears

• The batteries are low and may need to be replaced.

The device can't be added to the VeSync app

1. Please confirm the following things before pairing.
   • The scale should only be connected to your phone via the VeSync App. Please do not connect the scale to your phone's Bluetooth settings.
   • Allow VeSync to access your Bluetooth in your phone settings.
   • Your scale and phone are within 30 ft (10 m) of each other.
   • The scale is not currently connected to any other phone or app.
   • Your phone's operating system is running on iOS 12.0+ or Android 6.0+.
   • You're using the latest version of the VeSync App.
   • Turn off VPN (please ignore it if you are not using it).

Note:

• For Andriod 12+ users, make sure that you turn on the nearby device permission and Bluetooth to scan the target device. For users whose Android system is below Andriod 12, make sure that turn on location and Bluetooth to scan the target device.

2. Try the following steps to pair your scale and your phone.
   • Enable Bluetooth on your Phone.
   • Light up the scale and keep it on.
   • Open the Vesync App, and click "Add Device" or "+" on the top right corner of the home page. Choose "Health" to select your device model, and then follow the APP guides.

Note:

• Make sure to choose the right device model (you can find it on the back of the scale), or it will lead to a connection failure.

The data can't be synced to the VeSync app

1. When the scale turns off, it will enter into power-saving mode and the scale and app will be disconnected. To sync data to the app properly, you need to reconnect the scale and the app through the following steps.
   • Restart the Bluetooth of your phone.
   • Light up the scale and keep it on, then open the APP to enter the weighing homepage, wait for the Bluetooth connection to be successful, then weigh on the scale.
2. Reset your scale or restart the Bluetooth of your Phone.
   • Remove the batteries for 5-10 seconds, then put them back in.
   • Try restarting your phone's Bluetooth after restarting the phone.
   • Try the methods in solution 1 again.
3. Bluetooth detection.
   • Open the APP to enter the weighing homepage, click "Setting" on the top right corner, then "Troubleshooting", and "Start Testing" to detect Bluetooth anomalies.

My scale only measures my weight, not my body fat or other metrics.

• Set up your smart scale in the VeSync app. Your weight will show on the scale display, and more results will show on the app.
• Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
• If you're wearing shoes or socks, the scale cannot measure health metrics such as body fat. Step on the scale with bare feet.
• If your feet are too dry or too wet, the biometrics may not be detected. Since skin can become very dry during winter, please also try to apply some lotion or have a foot soak when it cannot measure other measurement values.

Note: If the scale has errors on the display, will not turn off automatically, or has a problem not listed here, try removing the batteries for 3 seconds, then replacing them.

If you still need help, please contact Customer Support (See Customer Support below.)

Safety Information

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Please read and follow all instructions and safety guidelines in this manual.

Medical

• This scale should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical condition.
• Scale data should not be used as a substitute for medical advice from a healthcare professional.
• This scale uses a harmless electrical current to measure body fat. Consult a healthcare professional before using the smart scale if you use medical electronic equipment such as a pacemaker.

General Use

• Check the scale before using. Do not use the scale if it is damaged in any way.
• Do not strike or hit the scale. Do not use the scale if the glass is cracked or broken. Due to the nature of tempered glass, the glass will shatter if there is even a slight crack. If you see a crack, contact Customer Support immediately (See Customer Support).
• The glass platform is slippery when wet. Always make sure the platform and your feet are dry before stepping on for measurement.
• Place the scale on a hard, flat surface to avoid tipping.
• To weigh safely and accurately, stand with your feet shoulderwidth apart while on the scale.Do not stand on the edge of the scale or jump on the scale.
• Avoid standing on the scale for a long period of time, or when not weighing yourself.
• Do not overload the scale. Maximum weight capacity is 400 lb / 28 st / 180 kg.
• Keep the scale in a cool area with low humidity. Keep the scale away from heat sources, such as ovens or heaters. Avoid temperature fluctuations. Store the scale in a horizontal position, not a vertical position.
• Handle with care.
• Not for commercial use. Household use only.

Batteries

• Do not mix new and old batteries.
• If the low battery indicator ("Lo") appears on the display, replace the batteries.
• If the scale is not in use for a long period of time, remove the batteries to extend the lifetime of the scale.

Customer Support

If you have any questions or concerns about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team.

Etekcity Corporation
1202 N. Miller St., Suite A
Anaheim, CA 92806
USA

Email: support@etekcity.com
Toll-Free: (855) 686-3835

Support Hours
Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–5:00 pm PST/PDT
*Please have your order invoice and order ID ready before contacting Customer Support.

Documents / Resources

References

• App Store - Apple
• Google Play

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