Bodystat 1500 Instructions For Use Manual

Bodystat 1500 Instructions For Use Manual

Hand-held body composition monitoring unit

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BODYSTAT
1500
This "Instructions for Use" contains information on
how to operate, storage and disposal BODYSTAT
1500
HAND-HELD
BODY COMPOSITION
MONITORING UNIT
Version 9/24
Date of Issue: 08/02/2024
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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE  BODYSTAT 1500 This “Instructions for Use” contains information on  how to operate, storage and disposal BODYSTAT 1500 HAND-HELD BODY COMPOSITION MONITORING UNIT Version 9/24 Date of Issue: 08/02/2024...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SECTION B HOW TO USE BODYSTAT 1500 ....8 INTRODUCTION ............................9 WHAT DOES THE BODYSTAT 1500 UNIT MEASURE? ................10 IMPORTANT GUIDELINES FOR EQUIPMENT CARE ................11 OPERATIONAL FEATURES ........................12 CONNECTING THE CABLE LEADS ......................13 INSTALLATION MODE (OPTIONS) ......................14 BODYSTAT MEASUREMENT ........................
  • Page 3: General Information

    SECTION A GENERAL INFORMATION...
  • Page 4: Your Hardware Unit

    YOUR HARDWARE UNIT ® The BODYSTAT 1500 package consists of the following: Bio-electrical Impedance (BIA) Measuring Unit & Black 1.2 metre Cable Leads (2) Hardware User’s Guide Disposable Electrodes (100) Duracell/Procell AA Batteries (4) Bodystat Calibrator Protective Navy Blue Carrying Bag...
  • Page 5: Definitions

    Estimated Average Requirement for Calories Body Mass Index Bio-Electrical Impedance Analysis Fat –Free Mass (Lean Weight) Waist-to-hip ratio TRANSLATIONS If this BODYSTAT 1500 User Guide is required in any of the following languages, please email info@bodystat.com: Bulgarian English Hungarian Russian...
  • Page 6 Although all BODYSTAT hardware units and software programs are tested before release, no claim is made concerning the accuracy of the product. BODYSTAT LTD, as the manufacturers of the product and authors of the software, their distributors and dealers, cannot assume liability or responsibility either implied or expressed for any loss or damage either real or consequential arising out of the use of this product.
  • Page 7: Notes, Cautions And Warnings For Users

     If your BODYSTAT 1500 unit arrives in cold weather, allow the system to warm up to room temperature before you switch on the unit. Exposing a cold computerized system to a warm room causes condensation that could damage the system.
  • Page 8: Section B

    SECTION B HOW TO USE ® BODYSTAT 1500...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION ® The BODYSTAT 1500 body composition monitoring unit is designed to provide a fast and effective method of measuring body composition using modern technology and is ideal for use in the medical, health and fitness environment. Using the scientifically validated principle of...
  • Page 10: What Does The Bodystat 1500 Unit Measure

    WHAT DOES THE BODYSTAT 1500 UNIT MEASURE? ® The Bodystat 1500 measures/estimates: Options Displayed on the 1500 unit Explanation & Normal Range Fat as a % of Total Body Weight Weight* & Normal Range Est. FAT Weight determines Health Risk Lean &...
  • Page 11: Important Guidelines For Equipment Care

    It is recommended that the replacement of both sets of cables is made at least annually. However, replacement may be required more frequently if the cables are in constant use. Guidance can be given by the Bodystat Head Office. Disposal of consumables after use or become...
  • Page 12: Operational Features

    The most recent 100 tests are always automatically stored in the memory of the ® BODYSTAT 1500 unit and subject data may be recalled at any time. Data stored in memory is not lost after the unit is switched off (refer...
  • Page 13: Connecting The Cable Leads

    IMPORTANT GUIDELINES FOR EQUIPMENT CARE.  The BODYSTAT 1500 unit has two main cable leads. Each lead is to be inserted to the connectors at the rear of the unit. red dot on the lead wire should be lined up with the red dot on the device.
  • Page 14: Installation Mode (Options)

    INSTALLATION MODE (OPTIONS) The 1500 unit can be programmed by the operator to display specific information only. Subject data may be entered, displayed and recalled in imperial or metric measurements and may be altered at any time. OPTIONS MODE Installation Mode comprises the following: •...
  • Page 15 UNIT OPTIONS The Unit option allows the user to select between the options below: Height: (centimetres) or ft in (feet & inches) Calories: kilocalories (kcal) kilojoules (kJ) Weight: (kilograms), st/lb (stones/pounds) or (pounds) Press the <> to change the appropriate unit selection and once complete, press the proceed button to confirm.
  • Page 16 Once the weight option has been entered, the user can either select the next button to move to the next screen or the proceed button to save the recently entered options. If the cursor is flashing on the weight option and the next button has been, the next screen showing waist/hip and activity level is displayed.
  • Page 17 OUTPUT OPTIONS The green plus button confirms that the selection will be displayed in the results The red cross button hides the selection and the item chosen will not be displayed in the results. Press <> proceed. The Output options available are: BODY COMPOSITION PIE CHART FAT % FAT WEIGHT...
  • Page 18 PRINTER OPTIONS ® The Bodystat 1500 device has the option of printing to a thermal printer. When using the printer for the first time, it is important that the printer is first paired with ® the Bodystat 1500 device. To pair the printer, press the printer button and the screen will ask for printer’s address.
  • Page 19: Bodystat Measurement

    NOT recommended for subjects with pace-makers or any implantable electronic device.  With the application of our single frequency BODYSTAT 1500 unit, certain pre- test protocols are recommended. However, in the medical environment it is unlikely that these requirements necessarily apply and will vary from circumstance to circumstance.
  • Page 20 RIGHT foot, in order to avoid the battery current (low voltage) passing through the side of the body where the heart is situated. The BODYSTAT 1500MDD has two sets of main leads which are then divided into a and a BLACK lead. It does NOT matter which of the two sets of main leads is connected to the right hand or right foot.
  • Page 21 Attach the crocodile clips to the exposed metal tab strip of the electrode. For convenience, the metal tab on the electrode should point in the direction from which the leadwire tension will occur as illustrated. The BLACK (measuring) leads are then connected to the electrodes on the right wrist and right ankle.
  • Page 22 Only the best quality BODYSTAT electrodes as those supplied by • BODYSTAT LTD, or their accredited distributors, should be used and used only once. This is to ensure accuracy of measurement and good reproducibility of tests.
  • Page 23: Enter Subject Data

    LCD screen if the battery is flat, in which case replace the batteries with new Duracell/Procell Batteries. Select the New Test button on the screen to perform a Bodystat measurement. Once the new test option has been selected, the following screen will be displayed: ®...
  • Page 24 defaulted option for those results (unless these have been omitted in the options menu). If the cursor is flashing on the weight option and the next button has been, the next screen showing waist/hip and activity level is displayed. The first option is waist, followed hip.
  • Page 25 Once all options have been entered, press the proceed button to move to the measurement screen. Alternatively, press the red abort < > button to exit the screen without measuring. The next screen displayed is for connecting the electrodes. The unit has already been connected to the four surface electrodes as fully explained in the PERFORMING A MEASUREMENT section of this manual and the required...
  • Page 26 Wait a few seconds for the results to be displayed on the LCD screen. The data has now automatically been saved and stored enabling both input and output subject data to be recalled at a later date. The electrodes and leads may at this stage be removed. The next screen that is automatically displayed is dependent on how the operator has set up the user selectable DISPLAY OPTIONS...
  • Page 27 DISPLAY RESULTS After successful measurement and processing of the subject data, the results are displayed as selected by the operator. The first screen displayed is the test summary screen which shows the Impedance at 50 kHz. Once the summary screen has been displayed, a new test can now be performed by selecting the new test button.
  • Page 28 Each result displays the Estimated Measured Result. Underneath the result displays the Recommended Normal Level (where appropriate) for the subject measured. Select the Next button to move to the next results screen or alternatively press the summary button to move back to the summary page. The display results are automatically stored in memory and the operator can safely scroll forwards through the data by using the <>...
  • Page 29 This will enable an operator to subsequently recall data of the correct subject number. A maximum of 100 tests will be stored in the memory of the BODYSTAT® 1500 unit at any one time. When the memory reaches its maximum capacity FOR THE FIRST TIME, and a further test (number 101) is performed, the oldest number, i.e.
  • Page 30 The number that will be displayed at the top shall be the most recent test that was tested and saved immediately prior to selecting this option. Ten tests are displayed per page and it may be necessary to use the up and down arrow keys at the bottom to scroll through the pages.
  • Page 31 Once all the results have been reviewed, the user has the option of selecting the back arrow or alternatively going back to summary screen. The back arrow allows the user to go back to the recall screen to select a further test. NOTE: •...
  • Page 32: Information About The Device

    INFORMATION ABOUT THE DEVICE ® Access to the BODYSTAT 1500 unit serial number may be necessary from time to time. This will be required for warranty purposes and when the upgrade Bodystat ® WINDOWS software programs are purchased. The serial number may be accessed as follows:...
  • Page 33: Additional Information

    The regression equation or formula used in the program of the BODYSTAT ® 1500 unit for the determination of body composition, is suited for the age groups 18 to 70 years. Age groups outside of this range may of course still be measured (for example,...
  • Page 34 ® Since the BODYSTAT 1500 unit measures the Impedance value very accurately it has excellent reproducible qualities. This enables an operator to track whether fat or lean weight (for example) on the same subject is on the increase or decline.
  • Page 35: Section C

    SECTION C TECHNICAL INFORMATION...
  • Page 36: Metabolic Rates - Basal

    24 hour period should be made when ® entering the data in the BODYSTAT 1500 unit. This can only be a subjective assessment, but the following table may help: ACTIVITY LEVEL Level of Activity...
  • Page 37: Calibration

    4. If the unit remains outside the calibration range, replace ALL 4 batteries with ONLY Duracell® Procell® batteries RECHARGABLES). 5. If the unit still remains out of range, contact BODYSTAT LTD or your local BODYSTAT dealer. Bodystat Calibrator Red & Black Crocodile Clips Impedance to read between 496 and 503...
  • Page 38: Battery Replacement

    If there is no activity on the device for 3 minutes, then system will turn itself off to conserve battery power. It is highly recommended that the batteries should be removed from the Bodystat unit should the unit not be used for some time.
  • Page 39: Support

    Refer to the BODYSTAT web page for the principles of Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA), validation of the accuracy of the BODYSTAT technology, the most recent updated BODYSTAT research papers and its use in a variety of applications. CONTACTS: For Sales Enquiries –...
  • Page 40: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS MEASUREMENT: Measuring Principle Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) Technology Impedance Measuring 20 - 1300 Ω (ohms) Range Accuracy ± 2 Ω (ohm) TEST CURRENT 620 Micro-Amps R.M.S.(Root Mean Square) WAVEFORM Sinusoidal PC COMMUNICATION Bluetooth Wireless Interface, USB FREQUENCY 50 KHz (KiloHertz) Battery powered: 4 x AA (LR6) Type: Alkaline Battery preference: Duracell®...
  • Page 41: Environmental Responsibility

    RoHS compliance (please refer to our website for details) Cardboard packaging and another packing/storage material should be recycled where possible. At the end of the life cycle of your Bodystat device, it is important that all batteries are removed & recycled according the battery manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 42: Emc - Electromagnetic Compatibilty

    Table 1 - Guidance and manufacturers declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Bodystat 1500 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Bodystat 1500 should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test...
  • Page 43 Table 2 - Guidance and manufacturers declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Bodystat 1500 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Bodystat 1500 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 44 Table 3 - Guidance and manufacturers declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Bodystat 1500 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Bodystat 1500 should assure that it is used in such an environment Immunity Test...
  • Page 45 PB840 Ventilator is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the Bodystat 1500 should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as re-orientating or relocating the Bodystat 1500.

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