Tanita SC-240MA User manual

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BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER
SC-240MA
Instruction anual
Please read this nstruction Manual carefully and keep it
handy for future reference.
Tempera ure Range for Use : 5°C – 35°C
Rela ive Humidi y : 30% – 80%
(wi hou condensa ion)
Max Al i ude : ,000m ASL
Pressure Range of Environmen : 86kPa - 106kPa
Tempera ure Range of Environmen : -10°C – 60°C
Range of Rela ive Humidi y : 10% – 90% (wi hou condensa ion)
To avoid malfunc ions, avoid s oring he equipmen where here is direc sunligh ,
significan empera ure changes, he risk of dampness, a large amoun of dus , in
he vicini y of fires, or where here is he risk of receiving vibra ions or shocks.
<Storage Conditions><Usage Conditions>

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Intended use
•This equipment can be used in the screening of certain adult diseases and
conditions related to body weight and composition.
• t can be used in the monitoring and prevention of conditions caused by excessive
deposits of fat tissue such as diabetes, hyperlipidemia, cholelithiasis and fatty
liver.
• t can be used in the monitoring of changes in individuals‘ body composition
related to differences in the ratio of fat tissue to
lean.
• t can be used to assess the effectiveness of
individuals‘ nutrition and exercise program-
mers, both for health and physical fitness.
Efficacy
1. This product is simple to use, and requires no
specialized facilities or expertise to take meas-
urements.
2. Measurements can be taken quickly and easily,
causing minimal inconvenience to the patient
during measurements.

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Contents
For Your Safety•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••4
Part Names & Accessories••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••8
Names and Functions of Display Panel
& Operation Keys ••••••••••9
Preparation••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••10
Power supply •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••11
arious setting •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••12
Before use
How to use•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••13
•Mode selection ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••13
•Body composition analyzer•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••14
•Scale •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••17
•Scale • Weight Lock Mode••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••18
•BM Mode •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••19
How to use
arious criteria•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••20
Troubleshooting ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••22
Specifications ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••24
When necessary

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For Your Safety
Warning
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Before use (For Your Safety)
Warning Ignoring instructions highlighted with this ark could result in death
or severe injury.
Caution Ignoring instructions highlighted with this ark could result in injury
or da age to property.
This ark indicates actions that are prohibited.
This ark indicates instructions that ust always be adhered to.
The following outlines precautionary measures to e taken to avoid injury to the users of this device
and others, and to prevent damage to property. Please familiarise yourself with the contents to
ensure the safe operation of this equipment.
This device must not be used on subjects with pacemakers or other
mechanical implants.
This device passes a weak electrical current through the body which could inter-
fere with and cause the malfunction of electrical medical implants, resulting in
serious repercussions.
Do not handle the plug with a wet hand.
Such action may result in electric shock, fire, or leakage.
Keep this equipment away from flammable gas and oxygen rich envi-
ronment.
Do not use double adapters.
May result in fire.
No modification of this equipment is allowed.
There is a risk of electrocution or injury. Nor can precise analysis be guaranteed.
Prohibited
Use only a correctly wired (230 AC) outlet.
Only genuine cables and equipments are allowed.
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Before use (For Your Safety)
Caution
Always…
Prohibited
Keep off wet circumstance.
Avoid using on subjects with allergies to metals.
Allergic reactions may be caused by the stainless steel used in the electrodes of this device.
Do not jump on the equipment.
Do not use this equipment near other products that emit electromagnetic waves.
Do not insert fingers into gaps and holes.
Do not apply force to the display.
The screen panel may break and cause injury.
Do not place items sensitive to magnetic forces near the equipment.
The magnet of the impedance meter may cause corruption of data on devices such as USB memory sticks if
these are placed near the equipment.
Assist persons with disabilities.
Another person should assist persons with disabilities who may not be able to take a measurement alone.
For your safety to avoid the risk of electric shock and to secure the accuracy, keep a clear-
ance with patients during measuring.
Be sure to clean the scale platform with appropriate disinfectant after each use.
Continually monitor both the subject and the equipment for anomalies.
Should an anomaly with the subject or the equipment be discovered, take appropriate action, such as stop-
ping the equipment, while ensuring the safety of the subject.
Be sure to use the included AC adapter.
Do not interpret analysis results yourself (including evaluating measurements and formulat-
ing exercise programmes based on results, etc.).
Weight loss and exercise based on self-analysis could be detrimental to you health. Always follow the
advice of a qualified professional.
Unplug the AC cable from the equipment when moving it.
This equipment is designated a Class B IT equipment (mainly for systems intended to be used
in domestic environments) and CE (EMC), but weak equipment may be affected.
f you connect your computer or peripherals, please use the compliance with EC60601-1 (EN60601-1). Or if
using the compliance with EC60950 (EN60950), power must be supplied from themedical isolating trans-
former. Keep at a distance of 1.5m between each equipment during operation. f you ignore this require-
ment, may cause electrical shock of patients or operation.

Always…
Prohibited
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For Your Safety (Continue)
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Before use (For Your Safety)
For Accurate Measurements
Avoid measuring after hard exercise.
May result in measurement errors. Please take measurements after sufficient
rest.
Avoid measuring after over-eating or over-drinking, and when severe-
ly dehydrated.
May result in measurement errors. For greater accuracy, avoid using directly
after waking up. Use at the same time on each occasion, at least three hours after
eating.
Ensure arms are not touching sides and inner thighs are not touching each other during
measurement. If necessary, place a dry towel between arm and side and/or between thighs.
Do not take measurements while using transmitters, such as mobile phones, which may
affect readings.
Use the device under the same conditions and in the same position as
much as possible to track changes.
Readings are greatly affected by the level of hydration and position of the body.
Please use at the same time each day, under the same conditions and in the same
body position.
Avoid measuring in locations of greatly differing temperature.
May result in measurement errors. When the equipment has been moved to a
location ±20ºC, allow to equipment for at least 2 hours before using.
Always hold both arms straight down when taking measurements to prevent measurement
errors such as undermeasurement of body fat.
Bare feet should be placed correctly on the electrode platform.
Place arms straight down during measurement.
Use in a stable location.
Errors in measurements may occur when the device is used in an unstable location.

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Before use (For Your Safety)
Scheduled Maintenance
TANITA recommends that each facility conduct periodic checks of each unit.
1. Check the following at lea
st daily:
•The unit is on a stable and level surface ie on a firm flooring, not on a thick carpet
2. Visually inspect the following at least weekly:
•The display for any damage or contamination
•All cables, cords, and connector ends for damage or contamination
•All safety-related labeling for legibility
•All accessories (sensors, electrodes, etc.) for wear or damage
3. Visually inspect the following at least monthly:
•Mounting screws on equipment
Update settings, replace items, or call for service as necessary according to the results of the
visual inspections. Do not use the unit if you see any signs of damage. Equipment that has
been damaged must be checked for proper operation by qualified personnel before using
again.
Please inspect the equipment in accordance with the regulations in your country.

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Part Names & Accessories
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Before use (Part Names & Accessories)
Instruction manual
(this book)
AC adapter
(Model : A30930G)
Accessories
Display
Level Gauge
Adjustable feet
Platform
BatteryBox
Adjustable feet
Electrode
* For accurate measurement, place the machine as level as
possible.
* Rotate the adjustable feet in 4 positions for adjustment so
that the bubble of the level gauge reach the centre.
Circle
Air bubble
n the state that the level gauge is
viewed from the top
Level gauge check

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Names and Functions of Display Panel & Operation Keys
<Symbols and heir Meanings>
<Explana ion of erminology>
NET : ndicates that the clothes weight is input
Weight Only : ndicates that the Weight Only (Scale) Mode
Weight Lock : ndicates that the Weight is locking
Weight Lock Mode : ndicates that the Weight Lock function is activated
Age : ndicates that the age is input
Height : ndicates that the height is input
Step On : ndicates that the measuring start
Power ON
Male Female Athletic mode
Zero reset Conformity with Medical
Device Directive 93/42/EEC Alternating current
Type BF applied part
Power OFF Preset tare
(Clothes weight)
Direct current Class Equipment
nput, Output
Polarity of d.c. power
connector Polarity of a battery
WEEE - Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment
Directives
Short-circuit-proof safety
isolating transformer Thermal fuse (115˚C)
Caution. Refer to the
attached information
Date of manufacture For indoor use only
Before use (Names and Functions of Display Panel & Operation Keys)
This equipment and the attached instruction manual use expressions including terminology sited in
the NAWI directive. Please review the following terminology explanations efore use.
• Max (Maximum capacity)
This shows the maximum weight that can be measured by the scale.
[Example] n the case of “Max = 200 kg”, it can be used to measure an individual up to 200 kg.
* ndividuals exceeding the weight capacity cannot be measured.
• e (Minimum graduation)
This shows the amount of one scale mark (graduation). n the case of a digital display, this shows
the numeric interval value.
[Example] n the case of e = 0.1 kg”, the display increases or decreases in intervals of 0.1 kg.
• PT
To measure the body weight more accurately, the “Preset Tare Deduction” function automatically
subtracts the pre-input weight of the clothes (TARE). The pre-input weight of the clothes is called
“Preset Tare” (PT).

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Preparation
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Before use (Preparation)
<Using ba eries>
<Using he AC adap er>
(1) nsert the AC adapter jack into the AC
adapter inlet on the right side of the
main unit.
(2) Plug the AC adapter into the power
outlet.
• This equipment must be used with the
included AC adapter (model A30930G).
• Please observe the following
instructions for accurate measurement.
Measurement may not be possible on
the unstable environment.
During weight measurement, please
don’t touch any connecting cable “such
as an AC Adapter cable and PC communication cable” to avoid causing unstable scale installation.
• Please change the batteries LR6 (AA) careful-
ly to avoid dropping them on your feet.
• Ensure that the batteries are inserted with
the correct polarity / . f the polarity is
incorrect, then the batteries may leak and
damage the equipment.
• When not in use for a long time, remove the
batteries before storing the equipment.

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Power supply
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Before use (Power supply)
When urn on he power;
Emergency Shut Down
or
Press to turn on the power.
When urn off he power;
Press to turn off the power.
For emergency, keep clear around the outlet during operating this equipment.

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arious setting
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Before use ( arious setting)
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Call up he se ing mode.
Press for 1 second.
1Press to turn on the power.
SET 0 is displayed.
4Input the setting value.
1) by or ,
2) and key.
3Select the setting ite s.
1) by or ,
2) and key.
SET1 Set ON / OFF of the beep sound.
(0.off or 1.on)
SET2 Set ON / OFF of the athlete selection.
(0.off or 1.on)
SET3 Set the automatic determination time when inputting.
(input range 0-9 seconds)
* “0” automatic determination function deactivate.
SET4 Set the automatic power off time.
(0, 5, 10, 30, 60 minutes)
* “0” automatic power off function deactivate.

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How to use (Mode selection)
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1Press to turn on the power.
Model name is displayed.
is displayed (Body composition
analyzer).
Mode is selected by key.
Body composition（P.14）Scale（P.17）Scale (Weight lock)（P.18）Scale (BM Mode)（P.19）
How to use (Mode selection)

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How to use (Body composition analyzer)
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How to use (Body composition analyzer)
2Check that the Body co position
analyzer ode is selected ( P.13).
3Input the clothes weight.
1) by or ,
2) and key
* aclear the input.
4Select the Body type and Gender.
1) by or ,
2) and key
* areturn to previous status.
1Press to turn on the power.

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How to use (Body composition analyzer)
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Input the height
1) by or ,
2) and key
* areturn to previous status
6
Input the age
1) by or ,
2) and key
* areturn to previous status

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How to use (Body composition analyzer) (Continue)
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How to use (Body composition analyzer)
* , aClear the displayed result
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Step on the platfor with bare feet,
after "Step on" flashing.
Measure ent co pletion.
<Body fat %> <Body weight>
<BMI>
<Total ody water %>

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How to use (Scale)
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How to use (Scale)
2Check that the Weight only ode is
selected ( P.13).
3Input the clothes weight.
1) by or ,
2) and key
* aclear the input.
1Press to turn on the power.
4
5
Step on the platfor , after "Step
on" flashing.
Measure ent co pletion.

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How to use (Scale • Weight Lock Mode)
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How to use (Scale • Weight Lock Mode)
2Check that the Weight only ode
(Weight lock ode) is selected (
P.13).
3Input the clothes weight.
1) by or ,
2) and key
* aclear the input.
1
Ac iva ion of Weigh lock func ion.
Press to turn on the power.
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5
Step on the platfor , after "Step
on" flashing.
Measure ent co pletion.
*aClear the displayed result

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How to use (BMI Mode)
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How to use (BMI Mode)
2Check that the BMI ode is
selected ( P.13).
3Input the clothes weight.
1) by or ,
2) and key
* aclear the input.
4
1Press to turn on the power.
Input the height
1) by or ,
2) and key
* areturn to previous status
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Step on the platfor , after "Step
on" flashing.
Measure ent co pletion.
*, aClear the displayed result

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arious criteria
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When necessary ( arious criteria)
Underfat : below the healthy body fat range. ncreased risk for health problems.
Healthy : within the healthy body fat percentage range for your age/gender.
Overfat : above the healthy range. ncreased risk for health problems.
Obese : high above the healthy body fat range.
Greatly increased risk of obesity-related health problems.
Criteria based on body fat percentage
Body fat percentage is the amount of body fat as a proportion of your body weight.
Reducing excess levels of body fat has shown to reduce the risk of certain conditions such as high
blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and cancer. The chart below shows the healthy ranges for
body fat.