Omron BF500 90, (1), (3), (2)

5.Taking a Measurement

Correct Posture for Measurement

When taking a measurement using a personal profile number, you need to store the

personal data before hand. (Refer to Section 4.)

After measuring

your weight. The arm is horizontally

raised, and the elbow is

extended straight.

Extend your arms straight

at 90° angle to your body.

Stand with your

knees and back

straight and look

straight ahead.

Hold the display unit so

that you can see the

display.

Make sure each of your heels is positioned on a heel

electrode. Stand with your weight evenly distributed

on the measurement platform.

Step on the main unit bare-footed.

90°

Heel Electrodes

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Contents

Main Body Composition Monitor Contents Notes on Safety Danger: Warning: Caution: General Advice: Save these instructions for future reference. Features of the Product What You Should Know When Using This Unit Principle of body composition calculation Body fat has low electric conductivity Measures the whole body to avoid the influence of fluctuations What is the Bioelectrical Impedance method? The reason calculated results may differ from actual body fat percentage Recommended measurement times Avoid taking measurements under the following conditions Measurement should be taken on a hard, level surface Long-term planning for successful weight loss Repeated dieting and regaining weight leads to increased visceral fat levels 36.0% 36.9% 36.0% 28.3% 1. Know Your Unit Display 1. 2. 2. Inserting and Replacing the Batteries 1. 2. 3. 3. How to Set the Date and Time 1. 2. 3. 4. Page 4. Setting and Storing Personal Data 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Changing the Information for a Personal Profile Number 2. 3. 4. Deleting a Personal Profile Number 2. 3. 4. 5. Taking a Measurement How to Measure Body Composition 1. 2. the display unit. 3. 1) 2) 4. 1) 2) 3) 90 (1) (3) (2) Page 5. Interpreting the BMI Result BMI (Designation by the WHO) BMI Classification Bar _ > 6. power. Press the power switch to turn the power off. Notes: BMI Rating 6. Measuring Weight Only 1. 2. 3. 4. 7. Using the Memory Function Comparing Results After Taking a Measurement 1. measurement. Page Notes: 6. Page Page 8. Error Displays Error Display Cause Correction 9. Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction 10.How to Care and Store the Unit How to Clean the Unit Care and Storage 11.Technical Data Page EC REP Contents Understanding the Results BF500 Body Composition Monitor Making the Best Use of Your BF500 WEIGHT & BMI BMI & IDEAL WEIGHT What is BMI? BMI = weight (kg) / height (m) / height (m) Hidden Fat Not Revealed by BMI CaseA CaseB BODY FAT RATIO & VISCERAL FAT LEVEL BODY FAT ANALYSIS What is Body Fat Percentage? Body fat percentage (%) = {Body fat mass (kg) / Body weight (kg)} 100 Body fat percentage classification differs for men and women Interpreting the Body Fat Percentage Result What is Visceral Fat Level? Visceral fat = fat surrounding internal organs What is Subcutaneous fat? Subcutaneous fat = fat below the skin RESTING METABOLISM & SKELETAL MUSCLE INCREASING SKELETAL MUSCLE THROUGH EXERCISE What is Resting Metabolism? 60-70% of daily energy use is for resting metabolism What is Skeletal Muscle? Resting metabolism reduces as we get older Skeletal Muscle Percentage (average va lue for all ages) Page Quick Reference Usage Guide 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. (Refer to Section 5.)