BF-555/556 Scale plus Body Fat Monitor

PREPARATIONS BEFORE USE

Inserting the Batteries

Open the battery cover on the back of the measuring platform. Insert the supplied

AA-batteries as indicated.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Open as shown.

Note: Be sure that the polarity of the batteries is set properly. If the batteries are incorrectly positioned the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

fluid may leak and damage floors. If you do not intend to use this unit for a long period of time, it is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

advisable to remove the batteries before storage.

Direction of the batteries.

Positioning the Monitor

Place the measuring platform on a hard, flat surface where there is minimal vibration to ensure safe and accurate measurement.

Note: To avoid possible injury, do not step on the edge of the platform.

Attaching the Support Feet (Carpet Use Only)

Insert the support feet into the holes at the four corners on the bottom of the measuring platform.

Note: Do not use the monitor on any carpeting that is more than 0.8" (20 mm) in thickness, and do not use the support feet on hard, uncarpeted surfaces, as the unit may tip over.

Handling Tips

This monitor is a precision instrument utilizing state-of-the-art technology. To keep the unit in the best condition, follow these instructions carefully:

•Do not attempt to disassemble the measuring platform.

•Store the unit horizontally, and place it so that the Personal Keys will not be pressed accidentally.

•Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the unit.

•Place the unit in an area free from direct sunlight, heating equipment, high humidity, or extreme temperature change.

•Never submerge in water. Use alcohol to clean the electrodes and glass cleaner (applied to a cloth first) to keep them shiny; avoid soaps.

If you need assistance, please call our toll-free customer service number at 1-800-TANITA-8 (United States and Canada only) or visit www.tanita.com.

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