Notes On Safety - Omron HN-283 Instruction Manual

Notes on Safety

Symbols and definitions are as follows:
Warning:
Caution:
Warning:
• Never start weight reduction or exercise therapy
without the instructions of a doctor or specialist.
• Do not use the scale on slippery surfaces, such as
a wet floor.
• Keep the scale out of the reach of young children.
• Do not jump onto the scale, or hop up and down on
the scale.
• Do not use this scale when your body and/or feet
are wet, such as after taking a bath.
• Do not step on the edge or display area of the
scale.
• People with disabilities, or who are physically frail,
should always be assisted by another person when
using this scale. Use a handrail or so when
stepping on the scale.
• If battery fluid should get in your eyes, immediately
rinse with plenty of clean water. Consult a doctor
immediately.
• Do not put your fingers into any slot or inside the
scale.
• Use Indoors.
• Do not use for purposes other than weight-taking.
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Improper use may result in possible death or serious injury.
Improper use may result in injury or property damage.
Caution:
• Do not disassemble, repair, or remodel the scale.
• Do not use batteries not specified for this scale. Do
not insert the batteries with the polarities in the
wrong direction.
• Replace worn batteries with new ones immediately.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• If battery fluid should get on your skin or clothing,
immediately rinse with plenty of clean water.
• Remove the batteries from this scale when you are
not going to use it for a long period of time
(approximately three months or more).
• Do not use different types of batteries together.
• Do not use new and worn batteries together.
• This scale is intended for home use only. It is not
intended for use in hospitals or other medical
facilities. It does not support the quality standards
required for professional use.
General Advice:
• Do not place this scale on a cushioned floor surface
such as on a carpet or a mat. Correct measurement
may not be possible.