Beurer DS 61 Manual

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Read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.

Check that the device packaging has not been tampered with and make sure that all contents are present. Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to the device or accessories and that all packaging material has been removed. If you have any doubts, do not use the device and contact your retailer or the specified Customer Services address.

Signs and symbols

	Warning instruction indicating a risk of injury or damage to health
	Safety note indicating possible damage to the device/accessory
	Product information Note on important information
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Device description

Nutritional analysis scale

1. On/off button
2. M+ To store measurement
3. MR To display sum values
4. MC To clear memory
5. Switch to change the weight units (g/oz) unit
6. Tare button tara
7. Display
   1. Kilocalories display
   2. Kilojoules display
   3. Displaying the carbohydrate content
   4. Displaying the cholesterol content
   5. Fat content display
   6. Displaying the code
   7. Weight display
   8. Displaying the number of memory spaces
   9. Protein content display
   10. Bread units display
8. Digital buttons 0 – 9 for entering the foodstuffs code
9. Battery compartment (back)

Initial use

Changing the weight unit
The scales can display values in the weight units g (grams) or oz (ounces). The default setting is in grams. You can adjust the unit using the unit button.

Positioning scales
Place the scales on a firm, even surface. A firm base is essential to correct measurement.

Usage

Weighing

Switching on scales
The display shows the weight of the item to be weighed. Press the button.

Weighing additional items (tare)
To weigh additional quantities you can reset the scales to 0 g.
➔ To do this, press tara.

Entering the foodstuffs code
➔ From the food list, find the 3-digit code for the material you want to weigh and enter this number using the digit buttons.
If you have entered the wrong number, fill in the code with any numbers up to three digits. Then reenter the code again.
The display now shows all nutritional and energy values. Please note that, due to natural fluctuations in the nutritional and energy values of foodstuffs only approximate data is possible.

Switching off scales
The scales switch off automatically 180 seconds after the last weighing change. Press the button to switch off manually.

Saving weighed items

You can save the weight, nutritional and energy values of the foodstuff currently being measured. The scales automatically add up the values of each measurement stored. You can view the total weight, total nutritional values and total energy values at any time. The saved data is retained even if the scales are switched on and off or if the battery is changed.
Saving the first measurement You have previously done a measurement and entered the foodstuffs code.
➔ Press the memory button M+.
The display shows the summation symbol ΣM, the memory space (e.g. 01) and the total weight.

Saving other measurements
Substitute the item to be weighed and repeat step 1.

Displaying added measured values
To retrieve the saved values, e.g. on a daily basis:
➔ Press the memory button MR.
The display shows the summation symbol ΣM, the number of memory spaces (e.g. 02) and the total stored weight as well as the total nutritional and energy values.

Clear memory
Clear the memory regularly, e.g. on a daily basis.
➔ Press the memory button MC.
The symbol M clears. The memory has been cleared.

Programming your own food codes

The appliance has stored nutritional and energy values for 950 foods (memory locations 000 – 949). You can program a further 50 memory locations (950 – 999) with your own types of food and enter these in the blank lines of the table in the section on "Food codes". To this purpose you have to know the nutritional and energy values of these foods.
Note
The nutritional and energy values to be entered relate to a weight of 100 g of the specific type of food.

Please proceed as follows in order to program the additional types of food:

• Turn the appliance on. In order to do this, press the button.
• Press the buttons tara and MR simultaneously for approximately three seconds. The appliance changes to the programming mode. The display for the food code shows the value 950. The last two figures flash.
• Enter the desired food code (figures 50 – 99) and confirm the input by pressing the button MR. Then the energy value of the food is requested.
• Use the number buttons to enter the energy value of the food (in 1 kcal graduations) and confirm the input by pressing the button MR.
  Next the values for the cholesterol content (in 1 mg graduations), the carbohydrate content (in 0.1 g graduations), the fat content (in 0.01 g graduations) and the protein content (in 0.01 g graduations) are requested.
• After you have entered the appropriate value, press the button MR in order to move to the next requested value. After you have entered the last value (for the protein content) and pressed the button MR, the appliance switches to the weighing mode.
  Note: If you do not know a requested value of the food, please leave the value on "0" and press the button MR in order to enter the next value. Please note that in your diet control the value that has been left as "0" is not included in the addition of a nutritional or energy value (see "Displaying added readings").
• Please check that the entered value is plausible.

Replacing the batteries

The scale requires 3x AAA batteries. If the replace battery symbol appears, it means that the batteries are almost empty. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment on the underside of the scale. Make sure that the batteries are inserted the correct way round.
Notes on handling batteries

• If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery fluid, flush out the affected areas with water and seek medical assistance.

Choking hazard! Small children may swallow and choke on batteries. Store the batteries out of the reach of small children.

• Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) polarity signs.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Protect the batteries from excessive heat.

Risk of explosion! Never throw batteries into a fire.

• Do not charge or short-circuit batteries.
• If the device is not to be used for a long period, take the batteries out of the battery compartment.
• Use identical or equivalent battery types only.
• Always replace all batteries at the same time.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not disassemble, split or crush the batteries.

Cleaning and maintenance

You can clean the scale with a damp cloth, using a little washing-up liquid if necessary. Clean the weigh plate surface regularly.
Accuracy of readings and the instrument's service life depend on careful handling.

• Make sure that no liquid comes onto the scales. Never immerse the scales in water. Never rinse them off under running water.
• Do not clean the scales in the dishwasher!
• Do not place any objects on the scales when not in use.
• Protect the scales from impact, moisture, dust, chemicals, major temperature fluctuations and keep away from heat sources (ovens, radiators).
• Do not expose the scales to high temperatures or strong electromagnetic fields (e.g. mobile telephones).

What if there are problems?

Display	Cause	Remedy
	The weighing range of 5000 g has been exceeded.	Remove the item to be weighed from the weigh plate.
	The maximum memory of at least one of the nutritional or energy values has been exceeded, e.g. over 99999 kJ.	Clear the memory with memory button MC.
	There is no nutritional or energy value for this foodstuff that has been requested. 0 is added in memory mode.
M is flashing	The maximum memory of at least one of the nutritional or energy values has been exceeded, e.g. over 99999 kJ.	Clear the memory with memory button MC.
	The battery is almost flat.	Replace the battery in the scale (see Chapter Replacing the batteries).
Minus value (-)	The item to be weighed was placed on the scales before they were switched on.	Press the button.
No display	The battery is completely flat.	Insert a new battery (see Chapter Replacing the batteries).

Technical specifications

Food codes

Abbreviations

Definitions

All data refers to portions that are ready to eat. Unless it is described in more detail or worded differently.
We take no responsibility for the information on the accuracy of foods lists.

Note
Some of the foods listed are not available in certain countries. If a food that is important to you is not listed, you can set it up in the freely programmable memory locations (950 – 999).

• The stored nutritional values for the individual food items are programmed into the scale in good faith and in accordance with the applicable data at the time of printing the instructions for use.
  If foods have no information (display: ), do not add these to the sum function. The end result could be incorrect.
• The scale is not intended to be used to weigh medication or unauthorised substances.
• The product is for private use only and is not intended for medical or commercial use.

Batteries

• Batteries can be fatal if swallowed. You should store the batteries where they are inaccessible to small children. If a battery has been swallowed, medical assistance must be obtained immediately.
• Never throw batteries into the fire. Danger of explosion!
• Batteries should not be charged or reactivated with any other means, nor should they be taken apart or shortcircuited.
• Remove the batteries if the instrument is not going to be used for a longer period. This prevents any damage as a result of leakage.

Repair

• Never open or repair the instrument, otherwise perfect functioning is no longer guaranteed. If these instructions are not heeded, the warranty becomes null and void.
• In the event of repairs, please contact customer service or an authorised dealer.