Salter 9107 Product information sheet

9107
BODY ANALYSER SCALE
Instructions and Guarantee
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HOW DOES THE BODY FAT ANALYSER SCALE WORK?
Fat cells and lean/muscle cells have dierent conductivity. Using a system known as
Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) the body fat analyser passes a minute, harmless,
electrical impulse through the body to determine a resistance reading. This reading is
then processed along with the users age, weight, sex and height to calculate the body
fat and body water percentage. For the most consistent results only use the Salter
Body Analyser Scale when your body is normally hydrated (i.e. not following excessive
perspiration, nor just after a bath, nor after drinking a lot of water or alcohol).
PREPARING YOUR SCALE
1. Open the battery compartment on the scale underside.
2. Remove isolating tab from beneath the battery (if fitted) or insert batteries observing
the polarity signs (+ and -) inside the battery compartment.
3. Close the battery compartment.
4. Select kg, st or lb weight mode by the switch on the underside of the scale.
5. For use on carpet attach enclosed carpet feet.
6. Position scale on a firm flat surface.
WEIGHT READING ONLY
Position the scale on a flat level surface.
1. Press the button to turn the scale on.
2. ‘HI’ will be displayed followed by ‘1-12’.
3. Whilst ‘1-12’ is flashing, press button to enter weight reading only mode.
4. Zero is displayed.
5. Whilst zero is displayed, step onto the platform and stand still.
6. After a few seconds your weight is displayed.
PERSONAL DATA ENTRY
1. Press the button to turn the scale on.
2. ‘HI’ will be displayed followed by ‘1-12’.
3. While ‘1-12’ is flashing, press the button to activate the set-up procedure.
The current user number will flash.
4. While the user number is flashing, select a user number by pressing the or
buttons. Press the button to confirm your selection.
5. The male or female symbol will flash.
Press
button until the correct symbol is flashing, then press the button.
6. The height display will flash.
Press
or as necessary to set your height, then press the button.
7. The age display will flash.
Press
or as necessary to set your age, then press the button.
Child mode:
When the age is set from 6-12 years child mode is automatically selected.
A small child icon will appear.
8. ‘1-12’ will flash, then your height and gender will be displayed.
Wait for ‘0.0’ to be displayed, then allow the scale to switch o. The memory is then set.
9. Repeat procedure for a second user, or to change user details.
Note: To update or overwrite the memorised data, follow the same procedure, making
changes as required.
Tip: During the set-up procedure press to quit and start again at any time.
WEIGHT & BODY FAT READINGS
Position the scale on a flat level surface.
1. Press the button to turn the scale on.
2. ‘HI’ will be displayed followed by ‘1-12’.
3. While ‘1-12’ is flashing, select your user number by pressing the or buttons. Your
height and gender will be displayed.
4. Zero will be displayed.
Athlete Mode:
To select Athlete Mode press the button. A small athlete icon will appear.
Note: This feature is only available to those aged between 15-50 years.
An athlete is defined as a person who is involved in intense physical activity of
approximately 12 hours per week and who has a resting heart rate of approximately
60 beats per minute or less.
5. When zero is displayed, with bare feet, step onto the platform and stand still.
6. After 2-3 seconds your weight will be displayed.
7. Remain standing on the scale while your other readings are taken.
8. Your body fat % (F) and total body water % (W) are displayed.
The results are repeated then the scale switches o.
BODY FAT -WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
The human body is made up of, amongst other things, a percentage of fat. This is vital
for a healthy, functioning body - it cushions joints and protects vital organs, helps
regulate body temperature, stores vitamins and helps the body sustain itself when food
is scarce. However, too much body fat or indeed too little body fat can be damaging to
your health. It is dicult to gauge how much body fat we have in our bodies simply by
looking at ourselves in the mirror. This is why it is important to measure and monitor
your body fat percentage. Body fat percentage gives you a better measure of fitness
than weight alone – the composition of your weight loss could mean you are losing
muscle mass rather than fat - you could still have a high percentage of fat even when a
scale indicates ‘normal weight’.
NORMAL HEALTHY RANGE OF BODY FAT PERCENTAGEBod Fat %
Body Fat % Ranges for Boys*
Age Low Optimal Moderate High
6 ≤12.4 12.5 -19.5 19.6 - 22.6 ≥22.7
7 ≤12.6 12.7 - 20.4 20.5 - 24.0 ≥24.1
8 ≤12.7 12.8 - 21.3 21.4 - 25.4 ≥25.5
9 ≤12.8 12.9 - 22.2 22.3 - 26.7 ≥26.8
10 ≤12.8 12.9 - 22.8 22.9 - 27.8 ≥27.9
11 ≤12.6 12.7 - 23.0 23.1 - 28.2 ≥28.3
12 ≤12.1 12.2 - 22.7 22.8 - 27.8 ≥27.9
13 ≤11.5 11.6 - 22.0 22.1 - 26.9 ≥27.0
14 ≤10.9 11.0 - 21.3 21.4 - 25.8 ≥25.9
15 ≤10.4 10.5 - 20.7 20.8 - 24.9 ≥25.0
16 ≤10.1 10.2 - 20.3 20.4 - 24.2 ≥24.3
17 ≤9.8 9.9 - 20.1 20.2 - 23.8 ≥23.9
18 ≤9.6 9.7 - 20.1 20.2 - 23.5 ≥23.6
Body Fat % Ranges for Girls*
Age Low Optimal Moderate High
6 ≤14.4 14.5 - 23.0 23.1 - 26.1 ≥26.2
7 ≤14.9 15.0 - 24.5 24.6 - 27.9 ≥28.0
8 ≤15.3 15.4 - 26.0 26.1 - 29.6 ≥29.7
9 ≤15.7 15.8 - 27.2 27.3 - 31.1 ≥31.2
10 ≤16.0 16.1 - 28.2 28.3 - 32.1 ≥32.2
11 ≤16.1 16.2 - 28.8 28.9 - 32.7 ≥32.8
12 ≤16.1 16.2 - 29.1 29.2 - 33.0 ≥33.1
13 ≤16.1 16.2 - 29.4 29.5 - 33.2 ≥33.3
14 ≤16.0 16.1 - 29.6 29.7 - 33.5 ≥33.6
15 ≤15.7 15.8 - 29.9 30.0 - 33.7 ≥33.8
16 ≤15.5 15.6 - 30.1 30.2 - 34.0 ≥34.1
17 ≤15.1 15.2 - 30.1 30.2 - 34.3 ≥34.4
18 ≤14.7 14.8 - 30.8 30.9 - 34.7 ≥34.8
Body Fat % Ranges for Men**
Age Low Optimal Moderate High
19 - 39 ≤8 8.1 - 19.9 20 - 24.9 ≥25
40 - 59 ≤11 11.1 - 21.9 22 - 27.9 ≥28
60+ ≤13 13.1 - 24.9 25 - 29.9 ≥30
Body Fat % Ranges for Women**
Age Low Optimal Moderate High
19 - 39 ≤21 21.1 - 32.9 33 - 38.9 ≥39
40 - 59 ≤23 23.1 - 33.9 34 - 39.9 ≥40
60+ ≤24 24.1 - 35.9 36 - 41.9 ≥42
*Source: Derived from; HD McCarthy, TJ Cole, T Fry, SA Jebb and AM Prentice: “Body fat reference curves for children”.
International Journal of Obesity (2006) 30, 598–602.
**Source: Derived from; Dympna Gallagher, Steven B Heymsfield, Moonseong Heo, Susan A Jebb, Peter R Murgatroyd,
and Yoichi Sakamoto: “Healthy percentage body fat ranges: an approach for developing guidelines based on body mass
index1–3”. Am J Clin Nutr 2000;72:694–701.
The Body Fat % ranges published are for guidance only. Professional medical guidance should always be sought before
embarking on diet and exercise programs.
BODY WATER -WHY MEASURE IT?
Body water is the single most important component of body weight. It represents over
half of your total weight and almost two thirds of your lean body mass (predominantly
muscle). Water performs a number of important roles in the body:
All the cells in the body, whether in the skin, glands, muscles, brain or anywhere else,
can only function properly if they have enough water. Water also plays a vital part in
regulating the body’s temperature balance, particularly through perspiration.

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The combination of your weight and fat measurement could appear to be ‘normal’ but
your body hydration level could be insucient for healthy living.
NORMAL HEALTHY RANGE OF BODYWATER PERCENTAGE
Body Water Chart***
BF % Range Optimal BW % Range
Men 4 to 14% 70 to 63%
15 to 21% 63 to 57%
22 to 24% 57 to 55%
25 and over 55 to 37%
Women 4 to 20% 70 to 58%
21 to 29% 58 to 52 %
30 to 32 % 52 to 49%
33 and over 49 to 37%
***Source: Derived from Wang & Deurenberg: “Hydration of fat-free body mass”.
American Journal Clin Nutr 1999, 69 833-841.
For those using Athlete Mode: note that athletes may have a lower body fat range and a
higher body water range than shown above, depending on their type of sport or activity.
Body water measurement results are influenced by the proportion of body fat and
muscle. If the proportion of body fat is high, or the proportion of muscle is low then the
body water results will tend to be low. It is important to remember that measurements
such as body weight, body fat and body water are tools for you to use as part of your
healthy lifestyle. As short term fluctuations are normal, we suggest you chart your
progress over time, rather than focus on a single days reading.
The Body Water % ranges published are for guidance only. Professional medical
guidance should always be sought before embarking on diet and exercise programmes.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
How exactly is my body fat and water being measured?
The Salter Body Analyer Scale uses a measurement method known as Bioelectrical
Impedance Analysis (BIA). A minute current is sent through your body, via your feet and
legs. This current flows easily through the lean muscular tissue, which has a high fluid
content, but not easily through fat. Therefore, by measuring your body’s impedance (i.e.
its resistance to the current), the quantity of muscle can be determined. From this, the
quantity of fat and water can then be estimated.
What is the value of the current passing through me when the measurement
is taken? Is it safe?
The current is less than 1mA, which is tiny and perfectly safe. You will not be able
to feel it. Please note however, that this device should not be used by anyone with
an internal electronic medical device, such as a pacemaker, as a precaution against
disruption to that device.
If I measure my body fat and water at dierent times during the day, it can
vary quite considerably. which value is correct?
Your body fat percentage reading varies with body water content, and the latter changes
throughout the course of the day. There is no right or wrong time of the day to take a
reading, but aim to take measurements at a regular time when you consider your body
to be normally hydrated. Avoid taking readings after having a bath or sauna, following
intensive exercise, or within 1-2 hours of drinking in quantity or eating a meal.
My friend has a body fat analyser made by another manufacturer. when I
used it I found that I got a dierent body fat reading to that on my salter
body analyser scale. Why is this?
Dierent Body Fat Analysers take measurements around dierent parts of the body and
use dierent mathematic algorithms to calculate the percentage of body fat. The best
advice is to not make comparisons from one device to another, but to use the same
device each time to monitor any change.
How do I interpret my body fat and water percentage readings?
Please refer to the Body Fat and Water tables included with the product. They will guide
you as to whether your body fat and water reading falls into a healthy category (relative
to your age and sex).
What should I do if my body fat reading is very ‘high?
A sensible diet, fluid intake and exercise program can reduce your body fat percentage.
Professional medical guidance should always be sought before embarking on such a
program.
Why are the body fat percentage ranges for men and women so dierent?
Women naturally carry a higher percentage of fat than men, because the make-up of the
body is dierent being geared towards pregnancy, breastfeeding etc.
What should I do if my water percentage reading is ‘low’?
Ensure that you are regularly taking sucient fluids and work towards moving your fat
percentage into the healthy range.
Why should I avoid using the salter body analyser scale whilst pregnant?
During pregnancy a woman’s body composition changes considerably in order to
support the developing child. Under these circumstances, body fat percentage readings
could be inaccurate and misleading.
ADVICE FOR USE AND CARE
• Alwaysweighyourselfonthesamescaleplacedonthesameoorsurface.
Do not compare weight readings from one scale to another as some dierences will
exist due to manufacturing tolerances.
• Placingyourscaleonahard,evenoorwillensurethegreatestaccuracyand
consistency.
• Itisrecommendedthatyoumeasureatthesametimeoftheday,preferablyearly
evening before a meal for the most consistent results.
• Yourscaleroundsupordowntothenearestincrement.
If you weigh yourself twice and get two dierent readings, your weight lies between
the two.
• Cleanyourscalewithadampcloth.Donotusechemicalcleaningagents.
• Donotallowyourscaletobecomesaturatedwithwaterasthiscandamagethe
electronics.
• Treatyourscalewithcare-itisaprecisioninstrument.Donotdropitorjumponit.
•Caution:theplatformmaybecomeslipperywhenwet.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
• Youmusthavebarefeetwhenusingbodyfatandtotalbodywatermeasurements.
• Theconditionofyourskinonthebottomofyourfeetcanaectthereading.Toget
the most accurate and consistent reading, wipe your feet with a damp cloth,
leaving them slightly moist before stepping on the scale.
WARNING INDICATORS
Lo Replace battery.
O-Ld Weight exceeds maximum capacity.
Err Out of range, incorrect operation or poor feet contact.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
80 cm - 220 cm Child mode = 6-12 years
6 - 100 years Athletic mode = 15-50 years
Male/Female d = 0.1% body fat
12 user memory d = 0.1% body water
1 x CR2032
WEEE EXPLANATION
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other
household wastes throughout the EU. 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. To return your used
device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.
BATTERY DIRECTIVE
This symbol indicates that batteries must not be disposed of in the domestic
waste as they contain substances which can be damaging to the environment
and health. Please dispose of batteries in designated collection points.
GUARANTEE
This product is intended for domestic use only. Salter will repair or replace the product,
or any part of this product, free of charge if within 15 years of the date of purchase,
it can be shown to have failed through defective workmanship or materials. This
guarantee covers working parts that aect the function of the scale. It does not cover
cosmetic deterioration caused by fair wear and tear or damage caused by accident or
misuse. Opening or taking apart the scale or its components will void the guarantee.
Claims under guarantee must be supported by proof of purchase and be returned
carriage paid to Salter (or local Salter appointed agent if outside the UK). Care should
be taken in packing the scale so that it is not damaged while in transit. This undertaking
is in addition to a consumer’s statutory rights and does not aect those rights in any
way. For UK Sales and Service contact HoMedics Group Ltd, PO Box 460, Tonbridge, Kent,
TN9 9EW, UK. Helpline Tel No: [phone]. For Ireland, please contact Petra Brand
Masters, Unit J4 Maynooth Business Campus, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland.
Tel +00 353 (0) 1 6510660. e-mail [e-mail].
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PO Box 460, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 9EW, UK.
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