Taylor 5273275 User manual

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Ref 5273275 / MB-02 12.20 WC
Body Composition Scale
with Body Fat and Body Water
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE & WARRANTY INFORMATION
For questions regarding this product, please contact us at:
MODEL # 5273275
Welcome to the Body Composition Scale
This product is designed to test the body fat, hydration and weight. The scale is to assist
with keeping a close eye on the daily changes of your body fat, hydration, and weight.
Please note that body fat percentages can vary through out the day and day by day. Do
not compare your results with other methods. The key is to use one method of calculating
composition consistently and track those results with the same device overtime.
Carefully read the instructions before use.
Contact Information

SAFETY WARNING
• The warning signs and icons shown appear in order for you to use this product safely and
correctly as well as to prevent product damage, risk and injury to you and others.
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DURING MEASUREMENT
• Place your feet in the same position every time you weigh your self. Stand still during
measurement.
• Weigh yourself with out clothing whenever possible. Clothes can vary in weight.
• Move the location of the scale where it won't be bumped while being activated or while in
use, as an inaccurate reading may occur.
• For the most consistent readings, weigh yourself the same time of day. Allow for weight
fluctuations due to food or drink in your system.
Preparation Before Use
INSERT THE BATTERY
1. Insert the 2 'AAA' batteries (included).
2. Remove any plastic wrap from the batteries before installing.
3. Remove any screws and open the battery cover on the back of the
scale unit.
4. Place the batteries into the battery compartment according to the “+”
and “-” polarity symbols in the battery compartment.
5. Replace the battery compartment cover and screws if applicable.
6. If you do not intend to use the scale for a prolonged period of time, it
is advisble to remove the batteries before storing.
7. Do not mix old and new batteries.
WEIGHT UNIT SETTING
• Your scale is set at the factory to weigh in
pounds (lb).
• Switch on the scale and press the “kg lb st”
button at back of the scale to convert weight
unit if needed.
• Some models have a static cling label on the LCD lens to prevent scratching.
Remove before use.
SET THE SCALE IN THE RIGHT POSITION
• Always use the scale on a flat and hard floor surface.
Do not use on carpets.
START-UP THE SCALE
• Press firmly one time on the scale platform to start-up the scale.
The display shows “0.0” and then turns off.
The scale is ready for use.
Note: If you move the scale at all, please repeat the steps above for best accuracy.
Press on platform to
turn on scale
Weight DisplayAllow the scale turn off Step evenly on
platform
PRECAUTION NOTICE
• Do not use the scale on people who have body implants such as a pacemaker, artificial
limbs, contraceptive devices, or metal plates or screws. It may cause the device to
malfunction or produce an inaccurate result. When in doubt, consult your physician.
• Do not disassemble the scale as incorrect handling may cause injury.
• Do not step on the scale when your body or feet are wet, especially after bathing or
showering to prevent slipping.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USERS
• This product is intended for adults ages 18 to 80.
• Make sure to use only the type of battery stated (see Section “INSERT THE BATTERY”).
• Body fat percentage estimates will vary with the amount of water in the body, and can be
affected by dehydration or over-hydration due to such factors as alcohol consumption,
menstruation, illness, intense exercise, etc.
• Do not use on pregnant women. The result is inaccurate and effects on the fetus are
unknown.
• For body fat and body water estimates, always estimate in bare feet.
Quick Use & Helpful Tips
HOW TO SET UP SCALE
1. Place your scale on a hard, flat surface, do not use on uneven tile, flooring or carpeting.
Try to keep your scale in the same location or position as much as possible.
2. Step on the scale with one foot applying enough pressure to turn the scale on - then
remove your foot.
3. The digital readout should show dashes or zeros.
4. The scale will automatically turn off.
5. Now your scale is ready for you to take a weight reading. Step on the scale evenly with
both feet. Your weight will display on the scale.
6. If you pick up, move or bump your scale, please repeat the steps above for best accuracy.

1. Front view of scale
Function Keys
(SET), s&t Keys
LCD Readout
Platform with Electrodes
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2. LCD readout & button description
3. Function keys
4. Backview of scale
Battery
Compartment
4 High Precision Strain Gauge
Sensors
TIPS
Replace batteries when
"Lo" is displayed.
Features/Specifications
“kg lb st” Unit
Selection Switch
Male & Female Icons
Weight Display
Height Icon
Body Fat Display
Total Body Water Display
Body Fat Icon Total Body Water
Icon
Measurement Unit
(SET)
• Power the scale on
• Confirmation button for selection
s&t
• Changes value of height, age and toggle between male and female
• Select memory P1 - P2 in Memory mode
• Fast recall of memory locations

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The accuracy of the results depends on how you stand on the scale.
See diagram below.
1. Select your desired measurement unit. Your scale is set to default to pounds at the factory
but you can switch the measurements to kilograms or stones by pressing the “kg st lb”
button, located on the bottom of your scale.
2. Place the scale on a hard, flat surface. Carpeted or uneven floors may affect accuracy.
3. Before first use, after battery replacement, or if the scale has been moved or bumped, press
firmly on the scale platform. The scale will turn on and automatically turn off. Your scale is
now ready for use. At all other times step straight onto the scale.
4. Step onto the scale and stand still while your weight is being measured.
5. The display will flash digits and then your weight. The scale will beep and the display will
flash when the weight is locked. The scale will hold the display with the weight showing.
6. The scale turns off automatically after use.
Place scale with installed
battries on a hard flat
surface
Press on the platform to
turn the scale on and then
allow it to turn off
Step evenly on to the scale
and your weight will be
displayed
Weighing-Only Operation Body Composition Estimating Operation
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USERS
• This scale has two personal memory numbers (P1-P2).
• Before starting, you must save your height, age, gender, normal/athlete mode option and
activity level.
• When finished your results will be estimated and saved.
• Important! Once your personal data is entered you only need to change if something
needs to be updated: for example, your age.
Feet centered on platform
Feet not centered on platform

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The scale shows a flash, then “0.0”. The scale will automatically shut off after a few
seconds. Your personal information is saved in memory. Note: You may step on the
scale for a reading with bare feet when “0.0” appears on the screen.
How To Program Your Personal Data
Couple of Reminders...
• After you programmed your personal data into
memory the scale will recognize by your weight.
• Only reprogram if age, height, or weight has
changed (+/-6.6 lbs/3kgs).
5. Set Age
Press the
s
or tkey to increase/decrease the age digits. Press the (SET) key to confirm.
3. Select Gender
Press the
s
or tkey to choose male ( )/ female ( ). Press (SET) to confirm. The height digits
blink.
4. Set Height
Press the
s
or tkey to increase/decrease the height digits. Press the (SET) key to confirm.
The age digits blink.
1. Power On
Press the (SET) key to turn the scale on.
2. Set Memory Number
Press the
s
or tkey to select a memory number (P1-P2). Press the (SET) key to confirm. A
gender mode icon blinks.
Step On Scale With Bare Feet!

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1. Press the (SET) key to turn the scale on. A memory number (P1-P2) blinks.
2. Press the “s” or “t” buttons until your memory number appears. Wait for
the screen to show “0.0”.
3. When “0.0” appears on screen, step on the scale with bare feet, positioning
your feet evenly on the scale platform with maximum contact with the metal
electrodes.
4. Stand still while the scale measures your weight.
5. Your weight will display for 2 seconds, and then the scale will begin to
estimate your body composition. The screen shows a moving zeros
pattern (“oooo”) while estimating. Continue to stand still on the scale.
6. After a few seconds your body fat %, total body water % and weight results
will display twice in sequence.
7. The results are repeated, and then the scale will turn off automatically.
How to Use Your Saved Profile To Estimate
Body Fat, Body Water, Muscle Mass, and BMI
WEIGHT
TOTAL BODY WATER%
BODY FAT%

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How to Delete a User Profile Care & Maintinance
How to Turn Off the Scale
1. The platform will be slippery when it is wet. Keep it dry! However, do not expose
to direct sunlight, extreme hot/cold temperatures or humidity.
1. Ththe maximum weight capacity of this scale is 330 lbs / 150 kgs / 23 st 8 lbs.
Remove the weight immediately when the scale displays “ Err ”; otherwise,
permanent damage to the scale will occur.
2. DO NOT strike, shock, or drop the scale.
3. Treat the scale with care as it is a precise instrument.
4. Clean the scale with a damp cloth and avoid water getting inside the scale.
5. DO NOT use chemical/abrasive cleaning agents.
6. Always keep your scale in horizontal position.
7. If your scale fails to turn on, check whether battery is installed, or battery
power is low. Insert or replace with new batteries.
8. When replacing batteries do not mix old and new batteries. DO NOT mix alkaline,
standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad,ni-mh,etc) batteries.
9. Do not use for commercial purpose and follow all instructions provided in this
manual.
1. If the scale does not turn on or no weight is displayed?
Check if the scale is powered up and started up. If not, please refer to the Section
“Preparation Before Use”.
2. If the scale is inaccurate or weight varies?
Place feet in center of platform and stand still. Allow weight to lock in before looking
down at display. Flooring may a be reason for fluctuation. Use the scale on the hardest
floor available for accuracy. Do not move the scale unnecessarily.
3. I have tried all corrective actions, but still can’t solve the problem …
Please contact the Taylor Customer Service Department at 1-866-843-3905 (from
8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Mountain Standard Time, Monday through Friday) or by email to
[email protected].
4. Why do I get a different body fat reading when I use a different brand of body fat scale?
Different body composition scales take estimations around different parts of the body
and use different mathematic algorithm to estimate the percentage of body fat. The
best advice is not to make comparisons from one device to another, but to use the same
device each time to monitor any change.
Problem Solving & Questions
In the event that two profiles conflict (within +- 6.6 lbs of each other) it is
possible to delete one of the profiles by doing the following.
1. Step on the scale. Your weight will appear.
2. The scale will try to pull up a user profile. If there are two conflicting profiles
the screen will display the conflicting numbers.
3. Press the
s
key to select P1 or press tkey to select P2.
4. Press and hold the (SET) key for 3 seconds and the display will show "dEL".
5. The next time the scale is turned on, all information pertaining to the deleted
user will be cleared.
The scale turns off automatically after a few seconds if no buttons are
pressed or nothing is weighed.

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Product SpecificationsWarning Indications!
Low Battery Indication:
The Battery is running low please replace with a new battery.
Over-Load warning:
Remove weight immediately or damage can be caused.
If Error messages continue after following the correct actions above,
remove the batteries and reinsert after 1 minute.
More then 6 seconds?:
Calibration Error. Step off and let the scale turn off. Step on and
wait to it shows 0.0. Scale is ready for use again.
Contact Error:
Can occur during body fat, body water, and muscle mass
estimates if not standing still. Remember bare feet and
maximum contact between feet. Go to Page 7 for reference.
Too Low of a Body Fat and Body Water:
The estimation of your body is lower than the scales programmed
range. Make sure your feet are making good contact with the
electrodes. Slightly damp feet may help with contact.
Too High of Body Fat and Body Water:
The estimation of your body is higher than the scales programmed
range. Make sure your feet are making good contact with the
electrodes.
NOTE: Please recycle or dispose of batteries per local regulations.
WARNING: Batteries may pose a choking hazard. As with all small items, do not let
children handle batteries. If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
PRECAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak.
Remove the batteries if the scale will not be used for a long period of time.
Battery Warnings!
1. Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technology for body fat and body water
percentage
2. High precision STRAIN GAUGE technology for weight measurement
3. Slim design
4. 2 - user memories
5. 3 - button operation
6. Integrated information read out
7. Fast recall function
8. Auto-on and auto-off functions
9. Power saving LCD readout
10. Low battery indicator: “Lo”
11. Capacity: 330lbs, 150kgs or 23st 9lbs
12. Graduation: 0.2lb, 0.1kg or 0.2lb
13. Body fat graduation: 0.1% (in the range from 4-60%)
14. Body water graduation: 0.1% (in the range from 27.5-66%)
15. Age range from 18 to 80 years
16. Height range from 3’3" to 7'2.5" (100 to 220cm)
17. Body fat range: 4-60%
18. Operates with 2 AAA batteries (included)
19. Product dimension: 11” x 11” x 0.9” (Approx.)
20. Gift box dimension: 12.2” x 12.2” x 2” (Approx.)
21. Product weight: 3.5 lb (Approx.)
22. Total weight (product & gift box): 4.0 lb (Approx.)
23. Output power for Body Fat Analyzer: <300uA

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Before using the scale, you should know ...
1. Why is it important to monitor percentage body fat (%BF)?
Body Fat% is an indicator to determine whether a person is obese. Too much body fat can
negatively affect of metabolism, which can lead to various illnesses. Measuring Body Fat is
an important step toward successful weight management and body health.
2. How is percentage body fat (%BF) estimated?
The percentage of BF is measured by a method called Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA).
The use of BIA to estimate body fat has been pioneered since the seventies. It was only in the
past decade that the estimation of body fat using BIA technology was successfully offered
to the consumer as a compact bathroom scale. With BIA technology, a low intensity electrical
signal is sent through the body. The signal is very low and causes no bodily harm. Depending
on the amount of body fat of the individual, the electrical signal will flow with a different
degree of difficulty. The difficulty with which a signal flows through the body is called
electrical impedance. Hence, by measuring the electrical impedance and applying to the data
a proprietary algorithm, %BF can be estimated.
‘Please note that the percentage of body fat and body water will not add up to 100%.’
Please be reminded that the %BF estimated with the scale represents only a good
approximation of your actual body fat. There exist clinical methods of estimating body fat
that can be ordered by your physician.
3. Why is it important to monitor percentage Total Body Water (%TBW) in the body?
Water is an essential component of the body and its level is one of the health indicators.
Water makes up approximately between 50-70% of the body’s weight. It is present
proportionally more in lean tissue compared to fat tissue. Water is a medium for biochemical
reactions that regulate body functions. Waste products are carried in water from cells
for excretion in urine and sweat. Water provides form to cells; helps to maintain body
temperature; provides moisture to skin and mucosa; cushions vital organs; lubricates joints
and is a component of many body fluids. The amount of water in the body fluctuates with the
hydration level of the body and state of health. Monitoring the level of body water can be a
useful tool for one’s health maintenance. Similar to body fat estimation, the %TBW function
provided in this scale is based on BIA.
The estimated %TBW may vary according to your hydration level, that is, how much water you
have drunk or how much you have sweated immediately prior to the estimation. For better
accuracy, avoid fluctuation in hydration level prior to the estimation. The accuracy of the
scale in estimating TBW will also decrease with individuals suffering from diseases that tend
to accumulate water in the body.
Important Information to Know Before Using Your Scale
4. When should I use the scale’s body fat and total body water functions?
For maximum accuracy and repeatability, it is recommended that the scale’s body fat and
total body water functions be used at approximately the same time of the day, e.g. before
breakfast in the morning. It is also a good practice to avoid swings in hydration level of the
body prior to the estimation. Establishing your own baseline value of %BF and %TBW and
tracking their changes is better than merely comparing your %BF and %TBW value to the
population’s “normal” value.
The estimates provided are not substitutes for physician assessments. Consult your
physician to determine what body fat percentage, total body water percentage, muscle mass
percentage and daily calorie intake are most ideal for you.
Education of the Body Composition Scale
Please be reminded that the %TBW estimated with the scale represents only a good approximation of your TBW. There exist
clinical methods of estimating total body water that can be ordered by your physician.
The optimal %TBW of an individual varies according to age and gender.
The table as follows may be used as a guide:
(Source: University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago, USA)
%BF Range Optimal % TBW 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%

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Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
We declare under our sole responsibility that the above referenced product has been tested
according to FCC requirements and this device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Party issuing Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity &
Responsible party – U.S. Contact information:
Taylor division of Lifetime Brands Inc.
2311 W. 22nd Street, Suite 200
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Equipment:
Product Name: Body Composition Scale
Model No.: 5273275
Trade Name: Taylor
FCC INFORMATION
Please be reminded that the %TBW estimated with the scale represents only a good
approximation of your TBW. There exist clinical methods of estimating total body water that can
be ordered by your physician.
The optimal %BF and TBW% of an individual varies according to age and gender.
The table as follows may be used as a guide:
Age
30
Fat (F)
4.0 - 16.0%
16.1 - 20.5%
20.6 - 25.0%
25.1 - 30.5%
30.6 - 60.0%
Hydration (F)
66.0 - 57.8%
57.3 - 54.7%
54.6 - 51.6%
51.5 - 47.8%
47.7 - 27.5%
Fat (M)
4.0 - 11%
11.1 - 15.5%
15.6 - 20.0%
20.1 - 24.5%
24.6 - 60.0%
Hydration (M)
66.0 - 61.2%
61.1 - 58.1%
58.0 - 55.0%
54.9 - 51.9%
51.8 - 27.5%
Status
Too lean
Lean
Normal
Fat
Too Fat
Age
30
Fat (F)
4.0 - 20.0%
20.1 - 25.0%
25.1 - 30.0%
30.1 - 35.0%
35.1 - 60.0%
Hydration (F)
66.0 - 55.0%
54.9 - 51.6%
51.5 - 48.1%
48.0 - 44.7%
44.6 - 27.5%
Fat (M)
4.0 - 15.0%
15.1 - 19.5%
19.6 - 24.0%
24.1 - 28.5%
28.6 - 60.0%
Hydration (M)
66.0 - 58.4%
58.3 - 55.3%
55.2 - 52.3%
52.2 - 49.2%
49.1 - 27.5%
Status
Too lean
Lean
Normal
Fat
Too Fat