Futrex FUTREX-6100 User manual

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FUTREX-6100
Owner’s Manual
Revision: 6.0 Revision Date: January 20, 2020
Futrex Spotcheck, Inc.
130 WESTERN MARYLAND PARKWAY
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740
1-301-733-9368 • FAX: [phone] • E-mail: [e-mail]

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Table of Contents
Safety Information…………………………………………………….……………………Page 3
Device Operating Cautions and Warnings………………………………..……………………Page 3
Care and Maintenance …………………………………………………………..……………….Page 3
Warranty Information…………………………………………………..………………….Page 4
Cleaning and Maintaining the FUTREX-6100……..……….….……..………………….Page 5
Service Requirements………………………………………….………..………………….Page 5
Appearance and Part Names……………………………………………………………….Page 6
Setting Up the FUTREX-6100………….……...………………….……………….………Page 7
Body Fat Measuring Procedure in ‘Stand-Alone’ Mode………………………….....Pages 8 – 9
Locating the Biceps Measuring Site……………………………………..………………..Page 9
Futrex Connect Advanced Software……………………………………………………..Page 10
Admin Functions on the Stand-Alone FUTREX-6100……………...…………….Pages 10 – 12
General Specifications……………………………………………………………………Page 13
Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………………..Page 14
FCC Statement……………………………………………………………………………Page 15

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Safety Information
To assure correct use of this product, basic safety measures should always be taken
including the warning and cautions listed in this section.
SAFETY SYMBOLS USED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL
WARNING
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in severe injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or
other property.
Device Operating Cautions and Warnings
Contact your physician for detailed information and advice about your percent body fat.
Self-diagnosis and treatment using measurement results may be dangerous. Follow the
instructions of a licensed healthcare provider.
The FUTREX-6100 is not intended to be a diagnostic device and is for screening purposes
only.
Read all of the information in the Owner’s Manual before operating the device.
Operate the FUTREX-6100 only in the manner intended. Do not use this device for any
other purpose.
Dispose of the device and accessories according to applicable local regulation.
Do not use a mobile device near the instrument. It could result in an operational failure
Care and Maintenance
Do not subject the monitor to strong shocks, such as dropping the device on the floor.
Do not expose the device or any of the components to water or submerge in water.
Store the device and components in a cool, clean, dry, and safe location.
Changes or modifications to the device not approved by the manufacturer will void the
warranty. Do not attempt to repair the unit or components or disassemble the unit without
expressed permission from Futrex.

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Warranty Information
The following warranty card is included with your FUTREX-6100. Please read the card
and return it to Futrex. Support is available by calling 301-733-9368 or E-Mailing
[email protected].

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Cleaning and Maintaining the FUTREX-6100
If you desire to clean the FUTREX-6100 it is important that you either use a damp soft
cloth or alcohol wipes. In the event that harmful materials are used for cleaning, damaged
equipment will not be serviced without charges regardless of the warranty period.
If you desire to disinfect the surface of the probe that touches the skin use an alcohol
wipe to clean. Also, if you desire, use an alcohol wipe to disinfect the instrument / accessories.
Make sure both cables and accessories are free of dust or contaminates, and wipe them
off with a damp soft cloth or alcohol swab. Do not submerge the accessories in any liquid. Also,
make sure liquid does not penetrate into the equipment.
Service Requirements
For service within the warranty period or following; please contact Futrex Support and
Service at 301-733-9368 or via e-mail, [email protected]. Futrex is the only authorized
service representative for Futrex products.
DO NOT attempt to repair equipment without Futrex’s expressed approval. This will
void of warranty.
Failure to follow the cleaning and maintaining requirements outlined on the previous
page may result in failure of the equipment and possible health hazards. If there are any
problems with the equipment, please take the following steps.
1. Gather the instrument model, serial number, date of purchase, and a description of the
problem.
2. Call Futrex Service at 301-733-9368 or e-mail the information to
[email protected].
If necessary, Futrex will issue a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number which
you will need to include with your instrument if it requires to be sent back for service. More
information will be provided to you about this process during your call to Futrex Service.

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Appearance and Part Names
The FUTREX-6100 consists of the following items:
4. AC Adapter 5. Optical Standard 6. Light Shield
7. USB Cable 8. Biceps Locator 9. Fitness Wheel
2. Light Wand
3. FUTREX-6100 Software
1. Main Device Chasis / Interface Box

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Setting Up the FUTREX-6100
Once you have verified that all of the components of the FUTREX-6100 have been
included in the box, the following steps should be taken to setup the instrument. Ensure you have
sufficient table space to complete the assembly.
1. Battery Installation
Insert six 1.5 "AA" size batteries into the battery compartment located on the rear of the main
body. Be sure the batteries are oriented as indicated in the battery compartment.
2. Connecting the Light Wand
Ensure the Light Wand Connector is attached to the Main Body Connector.
NOTE: Futrex recommends always leaving the Light Wand attached to the Main Body.
Figure 1 – Battery Installation and Light Wand Connection
3. Printer Paper Installation
Remove the clear plastic cover from the printer. Ensure the display reads "READY" or "ZERO
ADJUST". Start feeding the paper into the slit inside the Paper Roll Compartment by pressing
the PAPER FEED key.
Figure 2 – Printer Paper Installation

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Body Fat Measuring Procedure in ‘Stand-Alone’ Mode
1. Turn Power Switch ON. The display will read "FUTREX-6100/XL", followed by the
software identification number, then "Advanced Body Composition Analyzer".
2. The FUTREX-6100/XL must be Zero Adjusted.
a. Insert Light Wand into Optical Standard.
b. Press the ZERO ADJUST key. The display will flash "Reading...". Once the
zero adjustment has been completed, the display will read "READY".
c. Remove the Light Wand from the Optical Standard. Then install the Light
Shield on the Light Wand (allow the Light Wand to protrude from the edge of
the shield by about 1/4 of an inch). Line up the silver stripe on the Light
Wand with the silver stripe on the Optical Standard.
Figure 3
3. To start the measurement sequence, press ENTER. The instrument will then request an
ID number – this is only needed for field testing the calibration of the devices and is used
infrequently. Simply press ENTER again to continue.
4. Enter sex, date of birth (MM/DD/YY), height in inches, and weight. The display will then
say “Ready to Read”
NOTE: It is important to line the silver colored
stripe on the Optical Standard with the silver
stripe on the Light Wand. These alignment
marks ensure that the Optical Standard is read
exactly the same each time.
NOTE: The Light Shield is provided to prohibit
external light from interfering with the
estimations of percent body fat. Therefore, this
shield must always be used when making a
measurement.

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5. Place the Light Wand on the center of biceps of dominant arm (the arm you write with).
Press firmly; use enough force to leave a slight ring on the arm when the Light Wand is
removed.
NOTE: It is important to:
1. Aim the silver stripe on the Light Wand directly toward the shoulder.
2. Keep the arm relaxed (do not permit the subject to flex his/her muscles). A
relaxed biceps can be achieved by having the subject seated while resting his
arm (elbow bent) on a table. The hand should be open with the palm facing up.
3. Use the Light Shield to block the external light. Avoid measurements under
strong lights (e.g. direct sunlight).
6. Press the Measurement Button on the Light Wand. The display will flash "Reading..."
during the optical measurement. When the measurement has been completed, the display
will read "Remove & Replace".
7. When "Remove & Replace" is displayed, remove the Light Wand and then replace it on
the same point on the biceps for a second measurement.
8. Press the Measurement Button. The display will again flash "Reading..."
9. Percent body fat will then be printed and displayed.
10. Press CLEAR to perform another measurement
11. When finished, turn power switch to OFF.
CAUTION: Do not move the Light Wand while the word "Reading" is displayed.
Locating the Biceps Measuring Site -- The estimation must always be performed at the same
site on the arm -- the midpoint of the biceps.
1. Unfold the Biceps Locator into a straight ruler. Place the edge of the Biceps Locator
labeled TO UNDERARM at the lower edge of the crease of the underarm (i.e. the
anterior axillary crease of the dominant arm).
2. Measure the length of the arm between the underarm crease and the center of the elbow
crease (i.e. the acromion), using the scale printed on the Biceps Locator.
3. Locate this same number on the ruler starting from the UNDERARM end. This estimate
represents half way between the armpit and the elbow (i.e. "belly" of the biceps muscle).
More technically stated: Measure along the anterior line of the biceps halfway between
the antecubital fossa and the acromion.
4. Using a highlighter, place a line on the side of the arm adjacent to the Biceps Locator.
This is the site where FUTREX-6100/XL measurements should always be made.
Figure 4 – Biceps Locator

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Futrex Connect Advanced Software
The Futrex Connect software provided with your FUTREX-6100 software allows you to
connect the FUTREX-6100 to a Windows PC via the USB port on the instrument to store clients,
view graphs with changes over time, see full two page color reports, and other features.
In addition to this manual, you will find three supplement “Instructions for Use”
documents included with your instrument:
1. Futrex Connect Software Set-Up Guide
2. FUTREX-6100 Futrex Connect Software Manual
3. FUTREX-6100 Instructions for Host Mode
A digital copy of these Instructions for Use (as well as this document) are available on
the USB drive that was included with the instrument. Should you have questions during the set-
up of the Futrex Connect software do not hesitate to contact Futrex Tech, Inc.
Admin Functions on the Stand-Alone FUTREX-6100
There are a few back-end functions on the FUTREX-6100 that can be adjusted,
depending on the region the device is being used in, or the mode it is to be used in. These will be
used infrequently.
Function Mode Options
F1 - Selection of English or Metric units.
F2 - Not used.
F3 - Not used.
F4 - Not used.
F5 - Selection of Warning Signal that two minutes have passed without any key pressed.
F6 - Not used.
F7 – Selection of Host Mode or Stand Alone Mode (See IFU “Instructions for Host Mode).
F8 - Not Used.
Entering into the Function Mode
1. Turn Power Switch ON.
2. Press the SELECT PROGRAM Key.
3. Press the F-MODE Key.
4. The Letter "F_" will appear on the screen.
F1 – Selection of English or Metric Units
The subject's height and weight values can be printed in English (lbs/in), or (Kg/cm)
units. After entering the Function Modem and "F" is displayed, type "1". The display will either
show "English" or "Metric".If you desire to change, press the SELECT PROGRAM pushbutton.
Then press "CLEAR".