Omron BF500 instruction manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction

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9.Troubleshooting

9. Troubleshooting

	Problem	Cause	Correction

	The displayed value of body	Refer to “The reason calculated	results may differ from actual
	composition is abnormally high	body fat percentage” and “Recommended measurement times”
	or low.	in “ What You Should Know When Using This Unit”.

	The power turns off	You did not press the correct
	approximately 10 seconds after	personal profile number or the	Press the correct personal
	the body weight is confirmed	Guest/Memory button.(The	profile number or the Guest/
	and before your body fat	personal profile number or “G”	Memory button. (Refer to
	percentage and visceral fat	is not displayed on the display	Section 5.)
	level is measured.	unit.)

		Batteries are not inserted.	Insert the batteries.

		The polarities of batteries are	Insert the batteries in correct
		not aligned correctly.	alignment.
	Nothing is displayed when the
	Nothing is displayed when the	The batteries are worn out.	Replace all four batteries with
	power is turned on.	The batteries are worn out.	new ones. (Refer to Section 2.)
	power is turned on.		new ones. (Refer to Section 2.)

		The cord connecting the main	Contact the nearest OMRON
		unit and the display unit is	Contact the nearest OMRON
		unit and the display unit is	service representative.
		damaged or worn.	service representative.
		damaged or worn.

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Contents Body Composition Monitor BF500Contents General Advice Save these instructions for future reference Features of the Product More accurate measurement of the entire bodyPrinciple of body composition calculation What You Should Know When Using This UnitWhat is the Bioelectrical Impedance method? Body fat has low electric conductivityWhat You Should Know When Using This Unit Avoid taking measurements under the following conditions Recommended measurement timesMeasurement should be taken on a hard, level surface Long-term planning for successful weight loss Example comparing the same loss of 10 kgKnow Your Unit Display About the Auto Power Off Function Storing the Display UnitBattery Life and Replacement Remove the battery cover on the rear side of the main unitClose the battery cover Inserting and Replacing the BatteriesHow to Set the Date and Time Press the power switch to turn the unit onTo SET the DAY Push the power switch to turn on the unit Setting and Storing Personal DataTake out the display unit To SET the AGE Changing the Information for a Personal Profile Number Change the stored dataDelete the personal data Deleting a Personal Profile NumberTurn off the unit Turn on the power, by pressing the power switch How to Measure Body CompositionTaking a Measurement Press the Guest/Memory button while holding the display unit Start measurement Correct Posture for Measurement Postures to Avoid During Measurement Check the measurement results BMILow Normal + High ++ Very High Visceral Fat Level NormalMeasuring Weight Only Comparing Results After Taking a Measurement Using the Memory FunctionView the measurement results after taking a measurement Weight and Body Fat Percentage Day ago Press the power switch to turn the display off Viewing Previous Measurement Results View the previous measurement results Error Displays Error Display Cause CorrectionTroubleshooting Problem Cause CorrectionHow to Clean the Unit How to Care and Store the UnitCare and Storage Technical Data BMITechnical Data Omron Healthcare Europe B.V Making the Best Use of Your BF500 Contents What is BMI? Let’s look at an exampleHidden Fat Not Revealed by BMI Examples of hidden fatWhat is Body Fat Percentage? Interpreting the Body Fat Percentage ResultBody Fat Ratio & Visceral Fat Level What is Resting Metabolism? 60-70% of daily energy use is for resting metabolismResting metabolism reduces as we get older What is Skeletal Muscle?Skeletal Muscle Percentage average value for all ages Resting Metabolism & Skeletal Muscle Quick Reference Usage Guide Insert the batteries. Refer to Section