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WEIGHT AND BODY FAT
BODY WATER/HYDRATION LEVELS
FACTS CONCERNING YOUR BATHROOM SCALE
LIMITED 10 YEAR WARRANTY
How does it work? While body fat can be measured in many ways, the method used in your scale is bioelectrical impedance. This indirect method of determining body fat starts when a safe and very low electrical current is sent through the lower half of the body. The electrical current flows more quickly through water and muscle than it will through bone and fat. The scale measures the speed of the current. Based on this number, the scale estimates body fat using a multi-step, mathematical formula.
General health standards indicate that one should consume approximately 2L of water per day to maintain a healthy level of hydration. Maintaining these levels will help improve your overall health and general feeling of well-being. If your hydration levels are less than the recommended levels in the chart above, you should increase your water intake accordingly.
Your Weight Watchers scale is a precise measuring object that is most accurate when weighing a stationary object. To ensure the most accurate readings, always try to stand on the same area of the scale platform and DO NOT MOVE.
Conair Australia Pty Ltd will repair or replace (at our option and EXCLUDES BATTERIES) your bathroom scale free of charge for a period of one hundred and twenty months from the original purchase date if the appliance is defective in workmanship or materials under normal home use.
Is it accurate? Measurements of body fat tend to fluctuate a lot more than simple weighing, and different methods of estimating body fat yield very different results. Just as different scales give different results, different body fat analysers can provide very different body fat estimates. Even with the same scale the numbers will vary because: • Weight loss tends to produce substantial, continuous, and unpredictable changes in body water content. Because body fat analysis is determined by water content in the body, results can vary considerably from day to day. • Hydration status affects body fat results. If you’ve just worked out, there is less water for the electrical current to flow through. This may result in a higher body fat result. In the same way, if you measure your body fat after drinking a lot of fluid, it may appear that body fat is lower than it really is. • Skin temperature can have an influence also. Measuring body fat in warm humid weather when skin is moist will yield a different result than if skin is cold and dry. • As with weight, it is better to track trends over time than to use individual daily results, when your goal is to change body composition. • Results may not be accurate for persons under the age of 16, or persons with an elevated body temperature, diabetes or other health conditions. What you need to know! • Percent body fat refers to the number of kilograms of fat divided by your total body weight and multiplied by 100. • During weight loss, percent body fat doesn’t appear to be reduced as quickly as expected because total weight loss and total body fat are decreasing at the same time (for a more detailed explanation, see next section). • Weight loss in the form of body fat and lean tissue (muscle) is common, and is normal. • To minimise the loss of lean tissue, include regular physical activity, especially strength training, in your weight loss plan. Why do I lose weight but my body fat doesn’t change much? • Remember that your Weight Watchers body fat monitor is showing your body fat as a percentage, not as an absolute number of kilograms. At the beginning of a weight loss program, a person may weigh 100 kg and show 30% body fat, equaling 30 kg of fat (30% of 100 kg = 30 kg). A few weeks later, the same person may have lost a substantial amount of weight. Weight is now at 90 kgs, yet body fat is still at 30%. Why? Did that person not lose any fat? Yes, they did. At 90 kgs with 30% body fat, the person now has 27 kgs of body fat (30% of 90 kgs = 27 kgs'), meaning that 3 kgs of the total 10 kgs lost were fat. So, do not be overly concerned if your percentage of body fat does not change despite the fact that you are losing weight. Remember, to minimise the loss of lean tissue include regular physical activity, especially strength training, in your weight loss plan.
Body Water/Hydration Level – how is it measured? The hydration level is measured by using Bioelectric Impedance Analysis (BIA). The same analysis that is used to calculate your body fat is used to calculate your hydration level. The Weight Watchers Body Water microprocessor again measures impedance or transmission speed through water. Taking into consideration a user’s age and gender, a calculation is made that determines the percentage of water. Please Note: It is not recommended to take the hydration measurements in certain situations, such as following exercise, after drinking a glass of water, or directly prior to, during, or shortly after menstrual cycles. Hydration may not be at its normal level during these times.
Electronic sensors are sensitive. Be careful not to drop or jar the scale. Place it gently onto a flat, level surface and store it where it will be protected from impact. This scale is an electronic instrument and should never be submerged in water. To keep your scale looking good, clean often with a damp cloth and/or glass cleaner. • This scale will display weight in 0.05kg / 0.1lb increments. • The minimum weight capacity for this scale is 5kg and the maximum weight capacity is 182kg. Any weights below or above these amounts will result in an “Err” message. Your bathroom scale could display the following messages: There is an error in measuring: • The user data has not been set correctly, OR • Your feet are not aligned correctly on the stainless steel electrodes.
Who should monitor bone mass? Most people have no need to monitor bone mass, but certain groups – post menopausal women, men and women with certain diseases, and anyone who takes medications that affect bone tissue – might want to watch for decreases in bone mass. The bone mass reading is to be used as guide only. Watch for trends over time and contact your healthcare provider for a more detailed explanation of the readings and with any questions or concerns.
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you are the owner of a Weight Watchers Scale by Conair that was purchased at a retail outlet for personal, family or household use. This warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners. This warranty is an additional benefit and does not affect your legal rights. To obtain service under this warranty, please fill in and return the Warranty Registration as instructed. Please retain your original purchase receipt/invoice (or copy of). You must present the section of the Warranty Registration and your original purchase receipt/invoice to obtain replacement or service under this warranty. If the appliance is faulty within the warranty period, please return it to the retail outlet where the original purchase was made.
BONE MASS Bone is a living, growing tissue. During youth, your body makes new bone tissue faster than it breaks down older bone. In young adulthood, bone mass is at its peak; after that, bone loss starts to outpace bone growth, and bone mass decreases. But it’s a long and very slow process that can be slowed down even more through calcium-rich diets and weight-bearing exercise.
This warranty covers working parts that affect the function of the appliance. It does not cover cosmetic deterioration caused by fair wear and tear, damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other ordinary household use. Conair shall not be responsible for any incidental, consequential or special damages.
The weight on the scale exceeds the scales capacity.
While a scale can be a useful tool on your weight loss journey, it’s not a complete program for losing weight. Come to a Weight Watchers meeting and learn the best way to lose and maintain weight. In Australia: 13 19 97 or www.weightwatchers.com.au, in New Zealand: 0800 009 009 or www.weightwatchers.co.nz.
The batteries need to be replaced.
Instructions for Weight Watchers Body Analysis Electronic Scale
Should the batteries need to be replaced, open the battery cover at the underside of the scale and replace the old batteries with two new 3V lithium batteries (CR2032). Ensure that the batteries are correctly in place (with the “+” positive side facing up), then replace the battery cover and dispose of the old batteries. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE SCALE OR TO REMOVE ANY COMPONENTS. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Congratulations! By purchasing this Weight Watchers scale, you’ve made the first step toward taking control of your weight. To get the greatest benefit from your purchase, please read this entire brochure before using your scale.
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Model WW185A IB-10/371
Weight Watchers Body Analysis Electronic Scale Model WW185A
CUSTOMISING YOUR SCALE – INPUTTING YOUR PERSONAL DATA Setting personal data entry for Body Fat, Body Water and Bone Mass measurements. This bathroom scale has factory default data already input into the scale. This is to demonstrate the data that can be input into the scale. Follow these instructions to set the scale with your own personal data. 1. When the scale is switched off, quickly and firmly tap the centre of the scale platform with foot to activate digital display. 2. Wait 2 seconds for "0.00" to appear (if the scale is set to kg) or "0.0" to appear (if the scale is set to lb). Do not press any buttons until "0.00" or "0.0" appears in the display window. 3. Once "0.00" or "0.0" appears, firmly press the SET button. The scale is now ready to set your personal data. 4. Set User Number: • “P-01” will now flash in the display window. •P ress UP or DOWN arrow buttons to scroll to your desired user number (4 user numbers available: P-01 through to P-04). •W hen selected user number appears in display, press SET button to save user number. • The scale is now ready for you to enter your height. 5. Set Height: • cm or inch symbol will flash in the display window. •P ress UP or DOWN arrow buttons to scroll to your height measurement. •W hen selected height appears in display window, press SET button to save height. • The scale is now ready for you to enter your age. 6. Set Age: • “Age” will now flash in the display window. • Press UP or DOWN arrow buttons to scroll to your age. •W hen selected age appears in display window, press SET button to save age. • The scale is now ready for you to enter your gender. 7. Set Gender: • The default gender icon will now flash in display window. •P ress UP or DOWN arrow buttons to scroll to and select the male or female icon. • Press SET button to save gender. Your personal data has now been entered and stored into the bathroom scale. 8. The scale will now scroll through the data you have entered to confirm the programming: • User number will be displayed for 2 seconds • Height will be displayed for 2 seconds • Age and gender will be displayed together for 2 seconds • Then, the scale will then automatically switch off. CM
WHAT IS IT?
WHY DO I NEED IT?
Body Weight
To monitor your overall weight
Body Fat
Healthy body fat levels can help reduce the risk of developing serious health related problems i.e. heart disease, cancer or diabetes
Body Water
Maintaining a good hydration level will help improve your overall health and general feeling of well being
Bone Mass
Strong bones are important as you get older and should be monitored if you have a decrease in bone mass
Precautions for use! CAUTION! Use of the body analysis monitor by persons with any electrical implant, such as a heart pacemaker, or by pregnant women, is not recommended. However, the weight only mode is suitable for those persons
BEFORE USING SCALE 1. Unscrew and open the battery cover at the underside of the scale. Place battery cover aside. 2. Ensure all batteries are correctly in place and then replace the battery cover by clicking back into place and tighten the screw again. 3. Set the switch on the base of the scale to measure in either kg (kilograms) or lb (pounds) measurements. 4. Place the scale on the floor. The surface must be flat and level for the scale to operate correctly – THE SCALE SHOULD NEVER BE USED ON CARPET.
USING THE WEIGHT ONLY MODE For weight only mode, no personal data entry is necessary. 1. When the scale is switched off, quickly and firmly tap the centre of the scale platform with foot to activate the digital display. 2. Wait 2 seconds for "0.00" to appear (if the scale is set to kg) or "0.0 lb" to appear (if the scale is set to lb). 3. Once "0.00" appears (if set to kg) or "0.0" appears (if set to lb), step onto the scale. DO NOT STEP ONTO THE SCALE UNTIL "0.00" or "0.0" APPEARS IN THE DISPLAY WINDOW. 4. Stand on the scale platform without shifting or moving until the weight is displayed. 5. Once the weight is displayed, if you step off the scale it will automatically switch off after 10 seconds. If you stay standing on the scale, the scale will automatically switch off after 15 seconds. NB - This scale is equipped with a memory feature. If weighing yourself again within 30 seconds, the scale will show the same weight, if the new weight is only a small difference (less than approx 0.5kg or 1.0lbs).
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USING THE BODY ANALYSIS MONITOR
BODY ANALYSIS EVALUATION
WEIGHT LOSS/MAINTENANCE
Precautions for use! CAUTION! Use of the body analysis monitor by persons with any electrical implant, such as a heart pacemaker, or by pregnant women, is not recommended.
Always keep in mind that you know your body best. The following ranges of body fat, body water and bone mass are offered as guides only. If you have any concerns regarding this guide, consult your doctor.
Your scale is the best tool for monitoring weight. While not the only measure of weight loss, scales are the most popular method to gauge weight loss. A scale measures the sum of your total body weight, which includes bone, muscle, fat and water.
Before using the body analysis monitor, ensure that you have input your personal data. Refer to ‘Customising your scale – inputting your personal data’ for further information.
1. When the scale is switched off, quickly and firmly tap the centre of the scale platform with foot to activate digital display. 2. Wait 2 seconds for "0.00" ( if the scale is set to kg) or "0.0" (if the scale is set to lb) to appear in the display window. Do not press any buttons until "0.00" or "0.0" appears in the display window. 3. Once "0.00" or "0.0"appears, firmly press the USER button once or several times to select your user number from 1 - 4 (P-01 through to P-04). 4. The scale will then automatically scroll through your personal data to confirm the user number selected is correct. 5. Once "0.00" or "0.0" appears in the display window, step onto the scale platform BAREFOOT (with no shoes or socks), ensuring your feet are aligned correctly on the stainless steel electrodes.
Kg
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Age
6. Your current weight will then be displayed for 3 seconds. Remain on the scale without moving!
If at any time during the personal data entry process a button is not pressed within 10 seconds, the scale will automatically switch off.
too high
age 10-19
% 5% - 11.9%
% 12% - 21.9%
% 22% - 50%
20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-100
5% - 12.9% 5% - 13.9% 5% - 14.9% 5% - 15.9% 5% - 16.9% 5% - 17.9%
13% - 22.9% 14% - 23.9% 15% - 24.9% 16% - 25.9% 17% - 26.9% 18% - 27.9%
23% - 50% 24% - 50% 25% - 50% 26% - 50% 27% - 50% 28% - 50%
Female
10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-100
5% - 16.9% 5% - 17.9% 5% - 18.9% 5% - 19.9% 5% - 20.9% 5% - 21.9% 5% - 22.9%
17% - 26.9% 18% - 27.9% 19% - 28.9% 20% - 29.9% 21% - 30.9% 22% - 31.9% 23% - 32.9%
27% - 50% 28% - 50% 29% - 50% 30% - 50% 31% - 50% 32% - 50% 33% - 50%
Body Fat Male
Kg
7. This scale features a leveller system to help determine the most accurate body analysis measurements.
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too high
Body Water
• If your feet are aligned correctly on the electrodes, the scale will display “0000”. Remain on the scale without moving – your weight and body analysis measurements will now be displayed.
Male
age 10-100
% 43% - 49.9%
% 50% - 64.9%
% 65% - 75%
Female
10-100
43% - 44.9%
45% - 59.9%
60% - 75%
• If your feet are NOT aligned correctly on the electrodes, the scale will display “----“ for 4 seconds, then the scale will display "Err" and then automatically switch off.
8. The scale will then re-display your weight and body fat percentage “BF” for 3 seconds.
9. The scale will then display your body water percentage “BW” and your bone mass percentage “BONE” for 3 seconds.
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Bone Mass
BF BF BF BF
% % %
Kg Kg Kg Kg
If you make a mistake and need to change the data entered, simply follow steps 1 – 8 again to reset the data. If you would like to reset the data entered (i.e your age changes), simply follow steps 1-8 again to reset the data.
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BW BW BW BW
% % %
BONE BONE BONE BONE
% % %
10. The scale will then re-display your weight, body fat, body water and bone mass results and then automatically switch off.
Male
Female
age 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-100
% 7.3% - 7.8% 7.0% - 7.5% 6.8% - 7.3% 6.4% - 6.9% 6.0% - 6.5% 5.7% - 6.2% 5.3% - 5.8%
% 7.9% - 8.6% 7.6% - 8.3% 7.4% - 8.1% 7.0% - 7.7% 6.6% - 7.3% 6.3% - 7% 5.9% - 6.6%
% 8.7% - 9.2% 8.4% - 8.9% 8.2% - 8.7% 7.8% - 8.3% 7.4% - 7.9% 7.1% - 7.6% 6.7% - 7.6%
10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-100
5.9% - 6.4% 5.6% - 6.1% 5.4% - 5.9% 5.0% - 5.5% 4.6% - 5.1% 4.3% - 4.8% 3.9% - 4.4%
6.5% - 7.2% 6.2% - 6.9% 6.0% - 6.7% 5.6% - 6.3% 5.2% - 5.9% 4.9% - 5.6% 4.5% - 5.2%
7.3% - 7.8% 7.0% - 7.5% 6.8% - 7.3% 6.4% - 6.9% 6.0% - 6.5% 5.7% - 6.2% 5.3% - 5.8%
Body weight fluctuates during the day, and from day to day, depending on a variety of factors, such as: • Salt and carbohydrate intake can affect the body’s water retention • A large meal adds weight and can cause water retention • Dehydration from exercise, illness, or low fluid intake can result in weight loss • Muscle is also a factor. Heavy-duty resistance tracking can build muscle, which can affect weight • The menstrual cycle can cause temporary weight gains and losses. When you’re losing weight, it’s important not to put too much focus on the exact number on the scale, because it can and will vary. This is especially true when you’re dieting. Small weight gains and losses are common as your body adjusts to fewer calories and more exercise. Your scale is a valuable tool when used to track weight over a period of weeks and months. Be aware that different scales often give different results. The scale at your doctor’s office may show one weight, whilst your scale at home may show another. So don’t get too caught up with a single number. Don’t overdo it! A surefire way to get overly concerned with your weight is to weigh yourself too often. Weigh yourself no more than once a week. Though it’s hard to stick to this pattern, it’s the best way to prevent unnecessary concern with normal weight fluctuations. Regardless of your weighing habits, it’s important to be consistent. Here are 5 rules for effectively monitoring your weight – weigh yourself: • Once a week • At the same time of the day • In the same place • Wearing the same clothes • Using the same scale. To keep track of your weight, record only one number for the week. This will give you a clear picture of any trend your weight is following. When you're maintaining weight: Fluctuations in day-to-day weight end to be smaller when weight is stable, so a more frequent weigh-in pattern is helpful. To maintain a stable weight: • Weigh yourself more often than once a week • Research shows that people who keep weight within a 2-3kg range are more likely to maintain a healthy body weight over the long term.
