Propert 3040 Operating Instructions

About Body Fat Measurement
The Propert Glass Top Body Fat Scale measures body fat using
Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA). In simple terms, a low electrical
impulse (which won't be felt) is sent through the body & measures the
electrical resistance of the muscle tissue, as body fat doesn't conduct
electricity as well. Subtracting this from the total body weight, gives the
total body fat, which is expressed as a percentage of the total body
weight.
As shown in the accompanying chart, the percentage of body fat in the
body can vary dramatically depending on gender & age.
Why Measure Body Fat?
Obesity is the excess accumulation of fat in the body. Ordinary weighing
scales will show if a person is heavy, but not if they are obese. For
example, a heavy sportsperson probably has a higher proportion of muscle
to fat in their body and is not obese. To judge obesity, the amount of body
fat needs to be measured.
Losing weight can make you fatter! Men A & B in the chart below, were
the same height and had the same body fat percentage when they started to
diet on a health programme. Each lost a total of 7 kilograms.
Although the results appear identical, Man A simply cut the number of
calories he ate. He lost weight, but his body fat percentage increased - he
is actually "fatter". Man B combined cutting calories with an exercise
program. He lost the same amount of weight as Man A but more
importantly, his body fat dropped.
ManA ManB
80kg 80kg
Body Weight
73kg
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@ Body Fat%
25.7%
23.6% 23.6%
Using a Body Fat Scale
16.6%
To get the most accurate readings, please take into account the following
points:
e Take measurements more than 3 hours after waking up in the morning.
During sleep in the prostrate position, water distribution changes in the
body, so that electrical resistance in the arms & legs increases. Some
movement is required after waking up to give a stable water distribution in
the body.
e Take measurements more than 3 hours after a meal. It takes 2 to hours
for a meal to be digested and distributed in the body.
e Excessive drinking and eating causes the amount of water in the body to
increase above the normal level, so take measurements more than 24 hours
later.
e Excessive drinking of alcohol or excessive exercise will cause
dehydration, so also take measurements more than 24 hours later.
e If the flesh of the legs touch together, a short circuit could result, so the
user needs to put some thin form of insulation between the legs to make
sure the current goes right up the legs & into the body.
e When the Propert Body Fat Scale is used by many different people, it is
advisable to wipe the foot pads clean with methylated spirits between each
user.
In general, it's best to measure your body fat percentage in the evening,
preferably wearing only underwear, and without having partaken of
excessive eating & drinking, alcohol consumption and exercise
beforehand. Ensure that you make repeated measurements under the same
conditions.
REFERENCE TABLE
Body fat percentage
| cng | 10-47 11-15 16 - 22 23 - 28 29 - 50
Adult 18-39 | 14-20 21-25 26 - 31 32 - 50
40-55 4 15-21 22 - 26 2/-32 | 33-50
56 -70 į 16-22 23 -27 28 -33 | 34-50
oma | 10-47 11-14 15 - 20 21-26 27 -50
Adult 18 -39 | 11-17 18 -23 24-29 | 30-50
40 -55 f 12-18 19 - 24 25-30 | 31-50
56 -70 į 13-19 20 -25 26 - 31 32 - 50
Note:
The data above were gained by sampling and are only for reference.
If you have any questions about your health, please consult your
doctor.
WARNING
Do not use this product if you have a pace maker or other internal electronic devices.
Artificial joints may contribute to a skewed reading but the scale can still be safely used.
Using the scale whilst pregnant: Whilst there is no known, documented health risk, we
would advise pregnant women to use the body analysis scale for weighing only and use the
full range of body analysis functions after delivery of the baby.
BATTERY WARNING:
INTERNAL BURNS / CHOKING HAZARD
Swallowing batteries may lead to serious injury
or death (severe burns can occur within 2 hours).
IMMEDIATELY SEE A DOCTOR
Emergency Telephone Numbers
AUSTRALIA 000 NEW ZEALAND 111
Poisons Information Centre
AUSTRALIA 13 1126 NEW ZEALAND 0800 764 766
KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Dispose of batteries immediately and responsibly
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Model 3040
Operating Instructions