Kogan SMARTERHOME KABODANWHTA User manual

KOGAN SMARTERHOME™
SMART SCALE & BODY
ANALYSER
KABODANWHTA & KABODANBLKA

•The following symbols appear in this user guide:
Instructions indicating a risk of injury, damage to
health or damage to the scale.
General notes.
•Read the instructions in this user guide and store it for future use.
Warning
•This scale must not be used by persons with medical implants (e.g. heart
pacemakers). It may impact the functioning of the unit.
•Do not use during pregnancy.
•Do not stand on one side of the scale, you may slip.
•Keep children away from packaging materials (risk of suffocation).
•Caution:Do not step on the scale with wet feet or when the scale’s surface is
damp. You may get hurt.
Handling Batteries
•Do not swallow batteries. Keep batteries and the scale away from children. If
batteries are swallowed, get medical help immediately.
•Replace batteries before they discharge completely.
•Always replace all batteries at the same time and use batteries of the same type.
•Batteries must not be recharged, opened, or thrown into an open fire.
•Leaking batteries may damage the scale. If you do not intend to use the scale for
longer periods, remove the batteries from the battery compartment.
•If there is any leakage, ensure to put on protective gloves to clean the battery
compartment. Use a dry cloth to clean. See the Cleaning and Care section of this
user guide.
•Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to health and the environment.
Always dispose of batteries as per legal regulations. Do not dispose batteries with
normal household waste.
SAFETY & WARNINGS

Important
•The scale should be cleaned occasionally. Do not use abrasive detergents and
never immerse the unit in water.
•Ensure that no liquid gets on the scale. Never dip the scale into water. Never wash
it under running water.
•Do not place any objects on the scale when it is not being used.
•Protect the scale against hard knocks, moisture, dust, chemicals, major
temperature fluctuations and from heat sources (stoves, heating radiators).
•Do not press the buttons using excessive force or with pointed objects.
•Do not expose the scale to high temperatures or strong electromagnetic fields.
General Notes
•The scale is for personal use only and is not intended for medical or commercial
applications. The scale results may vary because the scale is not calibrated for
professional medical use.
•The scale can support up to 180 kilograms (396 pounds, 28 stones). For weight
measurement and bone mass measurement, the results are shown in 100-gram
increments (0.2 pounds).
•The measuring results of the body fat, body water and muscle percentage are
shown in 0.1% increments.
•The caloric requirements are specified in steps of 1 kilocalorie.
•The scale is set to weigh and measure in “kg” and “cm”. You can change the scale
settings during initial use of the app.
•Place the scale on a firm-level floor. A firm floor covering is required for correct
measurement.

Unit Button
Battery Compartment
Electrodes
Display
Device Components
OVERVIEW

Display
Wi-Fi
connection kg Kilogram
st Stone lb Pound
Note: The electrodes are made of Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) coating that
helps in body fat measurement.

This scale is intended for weighing and providing a diagnosis of your fitness data. It is for
self-use.
The scale has the following diagnostic functions:
•Bodyweight measurement.
•Measurement of body fat percentage.
•Body water percentage.
•Muscle percentage.
•Bone mass.
•Basic and active metabolic rate.
This scale also has the following functions:
•Switch between kilograms (kg), pounds (lb) and stones (st)
•Automatic turn off function
•Battery change indicator
•Automatic user recognition
•Data transfer function
•Wi-Fi
Measuring Principle
This scale operates according to the Bioelectric Impedance Analysis (B.I.A) principle. It
displays data within seconds of touching the scale using an undetectable, completely
harmless electric current.
The body fat percentage and other parameters of the body can be determined by the
following:
•Measuring the electrical resistance (impedance).
•Calculating constants and individual parameters such as age, height, and gender.
Muscle tissue and water have good electrical conductivity and therefore lower resistance.
Bones and fatty tissue have low electrical conductivity and therefore high resistance.
The values obtained from this scale represent only an approximation of actual analytical
medical data. Only a specialist physician can accurately determine body fat, body water,
muscle percentage and bone structure using medical procedures (e.g. computed
tomography).
Below are a few recommendations for weighing:
•If possible, always weigh yourself at the same time of day. To achieve comparable
results, we recommend weighing in the morning on an empty stomach and
unclothed.
FEATURES

•Measure body fat in barefoot and ensure your soles are slightly moist. Dry soles
can result in unsatisfactory measurements due to inadequate conductivity.
•Stand still and upright during the measurement.
•Wait a few hours to weigh yourself after any physical activity.
•Wait approximately 15 minutes after waking up in the morning to allow the water in
the body to distribute.
•Only long-term trends are important. Short-term changes in weight within a few
days are usually caused by loss of fluid.
Limitations
When measuring body fat and other parameters, you may see deviating and implausible
results for the following persons:
•Children below 10 years.
•Competitive athletes and bodybuilders.
•Pregnant women.
•Persons with fever, undergoing dialysis treatment or with symptoms of oedema or
osteoporosis.
•Persons taking cardiovascular medication (affecting the heart and vascular
system). Persons taking vascular dilating or vascular constricting medication.
•Persons with considerable anatomic deviations of the legs (length of the legs
considerably shortened or lengthened).
Insert Batteries
1. Remove the batteries from the protective packaging
2. Insert the batteries into the scale ensuring that the battery polarity (+/-) is correct.
3. If the scale does not function, remove the batteries completely and re-insert them.
Place the Scale on the Floor
1. Place the scale on a firm-level floor. A firm floor covering is required for correct
measurement.
SETUP

Download the Kogan SmarterHome™ app from the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
Register
If you do not have a Kogan SmarterHome™ account, register or sign in with a verification
code sent by SMS.
To register:
2. Tap to enter registration page.
3. The system automatically recognises your country/area. You can also select your
country code manually. Enter your email address and tap ‘Next.’
4. Alternatively, you can select ‘Register by mobile number’ and enter the verification
code sent to you by SMS.
5. Create a profile on the next page to define your location and room.
CONNECT TO SMARTERHOME™ APP

Set the Scale in Pairing Mode
When the device is first turned on, it may automatically enter pairing mode. This is indicated
by the Wi-Fi icon blinking rapidly.
If not automatically in pairing mode when powered on, you can manually set the device in
pairing mode by pressing the Unit button for 4 seconds until the Wi-Fi icon blinks rapidly.
Add the Scale through Network
1. Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.
2. Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Other > Body Fat Scale).
3. Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the Wi-Fi icon blinking rapidly, and
tap “Ensure indicator rapidly blinking”.

4. Upon successfully confirming pairing mode, enter your Wi-Fi details. It is important
that your SmarterHome™ device and the app are connected to the same Wi-Fi
network during setup.
5. The device will commence the pairing process and connect to the app. Ensure
your Wi-Fi router, mobile phone, and the SmarterHome™ device are kept close
until connection is complete.
6. After successfully being added, you will have the option to rename the device and
assign it to a location. It will now be listed on the app’s home page. Tap the device
listing to enter its control page.
7. Once successfully connected, the Wi-Fi icon will remain lit.
Notes:
•The device and the app must use the same Wi-Fi network.
•The device is only compatible with 2.4Ghz networks.

Creating User Profile
1. For automatic personal recognition, assign the data values measured for the first
time to your user profile.
2. To create a user profile, select Personal Information on the app and add user
details such as age, height, and gender.
3. Take measurements. See the instructions under the Taking Measurements section
for more details.
4. Tap View to view the measurements data. Then tap Claim to add the data to the
user profile.
5. Tap Data Details to view the claimed data. To see the saved data, tap Data
History.
OPERATION

6. Data distribution can be set to upload automatically. Tap Set Up, then tap the
Distribute Automatically icon to turn it on. Now when you open the app, any
changes in measurements will be automatically uploaded to your user profile.
Taking Measurements
1. Set the measuring unit either by pressing the Unit button or selecting from the app.
2. Place the scale on a flat, hard surface. A firm floor covering is required for correct
measurement.
3. Step on to the scale with bare feet. Ensure that you are standing still with equal
weight distribution.
4. Place your feet firmly on the electrodes to take measurements.
5. The weighing begins immediately. The scale will display the weight value first.
While the further parameters are being measured, the “ ” message
appears.
•If a user profile has been created in the app, the BMI, body fat, water, muscle
percentage, bone mass and BMR are shown in the profile. The “Er” message
appears on the scale’s display unit.
The following details appears in the app:
oWeight in kg
oBMI in number
oBody fat in %
Notes:
•Ensure there is no skin contact between your feet, calves, or
thighs. Otherwise you may not see accurate measurement.
•Remove your socks before stepping onto the scale for accurate
measurement.

oWater content in %
oBasal metabolic rate in kcal
oVisceral in number
oBone mass in kg
oMuscle ratio in %
•If the user is not recognised, only the weight value is shown on the scale’s
display. In this case, the “Er" message does not appear on the scale’s display.
Weight Only Operation
The scale will also operate as a standard weight-reading scale.
1. Place the scale on a flat, hard surface. A firm floor covering is required for correct
measurement.
2. Step on to the scale wearing shoes. Ensure that you are standing still with equal
weight distribution.
3. The scale immediately begins to measure your weight. The scale will display the
weight value first and then the “Er” message appears on the scale’s display unit.
4. If a user profile has been created in the app then the BMI, BMR and AMR are
displayed.
5. If the user is not recognised, the scale will display the weight value. In this case, the
“Er" message does not appear on the scale’s display unit.
Turning Off the Scale
•After you have stepped off the scale, the scale will automatically turn off after a
few seconds. The data transferring to app continues even after the scale is off.
•After the measurement, if the user does not step off, the scale will turn off in 120s. If
the app sends command asking the scale turn off, it will turn off.
•When the scale stays at 0.0kg and is idle, it will turn off in 30's. If the weight on the
scale is not stable, the scale will turn off in the 30's.
Replacing Batteries
The scale is equipped with a “low battery” indicator. If you operate the scale with flat
batteries, “Lo” will appear on the display and the scale will automatically turn off. In this
case, the batteries must be replaced with the 4 x 1.5 V AAA batteries.
Note: Use the measurements displayed on the scale for further
observations.
Note:
•When changing batteries, always use batteries of the same type, brand,
and capacity.
•Do not use rechargeable batteries.
•Use batteries that are free of heavy metals.

Body Fat Percentage
The body fat percentage is normally in the following range:
Men
Age Low Normal High
Very
High
10-14
<11%
11-16%
16,1-21%
>21,1%
15-19
<12%
12-17%
17,1-22%
>22,1 %
20-29
<13%
13-18%
18,1-23%
>23,1 %
30-39
<14%
14-19%
19,1-24%
>24,1 %
40-49
<15%
15-20%
20,1-25%
>25,1 %
50-59
<16%
16-21%
21,1-26%
>26,1 %
60-69
<17%
17-22%
22,1-27%
>27,1 %
70-100
<18%
18-23%
23,1-28%
>28,1 %
Women
Age Low Normal High
Very
High
10-14
<16%
16-21%
21,1-26%
>26,1 %
15-19
<17%
17-22%
22,1-27%
>27,1 %
20-29
<18%
18-23%
23,1-28%
>28,1 %
30-39
<19%
19-24%
24,1-29%
>29,1 %
40-49
<20%
20-25%
25,1-30%
>30,1 %
50-59
<21%
21-26%
26,1-31 %
>31,1%
60-69
<22%
22-27%
27,1-32%
>32,1 %
70-100
<23%
23-28%
28,1-33%
>33,1 %
A lower value is often found in athletes. Depending on the type of sports, training intensity
and physical constitution, you may see lower values. In case of extremely low values, there
could be potential danger to health.
EVALUATION OF RESULTS

Body Water Percentage
The body water percentage is normally within the following ranges:
Men
Age
Poor
Good
Very Good
10-100
<50%
50-65%
>65%
Women
Age
Poor
Good
Very Good
10-100
<45%
45-60%
>60%
Body fat contains relatively less water. Therefore, persons with a high body fat percentage
have body water percentages below the recommended values. In athletes, however, the
recommended values could exceed due to low body fat percentages and high muscle
percentage.
This scale is unsuitable for measuring body water to draw medical conclusions concerning
age-related water retention. It is recommended to aim at a high body water percentage.
Muscle Percentage
The muscle percentage is normally within the following ranges:
Men
Age
Low
Normal
High
10-14
<44%
44-57%
>57%
15-19
<43%
43-56%
>56%
20-29
<42%
42-54%
>54%
30-39
<41%
41-52%
>52%
40-49
<40%
40-50%
>50%
50-59
<39%
39-48%
>48%
60-69
<38%
38-47%
>47%
70-100
<37%
37-46%
>46%
Women
Age
Low
Normal
High
10-14
<36%
36-43%
>43%
15-19
<35%
35-41 %
>41%
20-29
<34%
34-39%
>39%
30-39
<33%
33-38%
>38%
40-49
<31 %
31-36%
>36%
50-59
<29%
29-34%
>34%
60-69
<28%
28-33%
>33%
70-100
<27%
27-32%
>32%

Bone Mass
The bones are subject to the natural development, degeneration, and ageing processes.
Bone mass increases rapidly in childhood and reaches its maximum between 30 and 40
years of age. Bone mass reduces slightly with increasing age. You can reduce this
degeneration with healthy nutrition (nutrition high in calcium and vitamin D) and regular
exercise.
This scale will not show you the calcium content of your bones but will measure the weight
of all bone constituents (organic substances, inorganic substances, and water). These
measurements can exert little influence on the bone mass; however, it may vary due to the
other influencing factors like weight, height, age, and gender. There are no recognised
guidelines or recommendations to the bone mass measurement.
BMR
The Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the amount of energy required by the body when at
complete rest, to maintain its basic functions (e.g. while lying in bed for 24 hours). This value
largely depends on weight, height, and age.
It is displayed on the scale in kilo calorie/day units using the scientifically recognised Harris-
Benedict formula.
If you have lower BMR, it must be re-introduced into your body in the form of nutrition. If you
have lower BMR for a longer term, it can be harmful to your health.
Measurement Duration
The long-term trends are important. Short-term fluctuations in weight over a few days are
usually due to loss of fluid.
The interpretation of the results will depend on the following:
•Changes in your overall weight and body fat, body water and muscle percentages.
•The period during which these changes take place. Sudden changes within a few
days must be distinguished from medium-term changes (over weeks) and long-
term changes (months).
Short-term changes in weight represent change in water content. Whereas, medium and
long-term changes may involve the fat and muscle percentages.
•If your weight reduces over the short-term, but your body fat percentage increases
or remains the same, you have only lost water.
•If your weight increases over the medium-term and the body fat percentage falls or
stays the same, then you could have built up valuable muscle mass.
•If your weight and body fat percentage fall simultaneously then your diet is
working, and you are losing body fat.
•Support your diet with physical activity, fitness, or power training. This will increase
your muscle percentage over the medium-term.
Notes:
•Do not confuse bone mass with bone density.
•Bone density can be determined only using a medical examination (e.g.
computer tomography, ultrasound). It is not possible to draw conclusions
concerning changes to the bones and bone hardness (e.g. osteoporosis)
using this scale.

•Do not add the body fat, body water or muscle percentages as it may not give you
inaccurate measurement. A certain elements of muscle tissue also contain body
water.
•The scale should be cleaned occasionally.
•Clean using a damp cloth with a little detergent.
•Do not use aggressive solvents or cleaning agents’
•Never immerse the unit in the water.
•Do not wash the unit in a dishwasher.
Disposal
This marking indicates that this appliance should not be disposed with other
house-hold wastes. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the
sustainable reuse of material resources.
CLEANING & CARE

Error Codes
Code
Description
Solution
Unknown measurement as it
is outside the user
assignment limit or a unique
assignment is not possible.
Create a user profile and
assign unknown
measurement in app or
repeat user assignment.
For guidelines on creating
user profile, see the
Operation section of this user
guide.
The body fat percentage is
outside the measurable
range (less than 3% or
greater than 65%).
Ensure you are barefoot
while measuring. If
necessary, moisten the soles
of your feet slightly.
The scale’s maximum load-
bearing capacity of 180 kg
was exceeded.
The load must not exceed
180 kg
The batteries are empty.
Replace the batteries.
For more information, see
the Operation section of this
user guide.
TROUBLESHOOTING

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