beurres BF 880 Diagnostic Bathroom Scale Instruction Manual
- June 8, 2024
- Beurer
Table of Contents
- BF 880 Diagnostic Bathroom Scale
- beurer
- 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
- Safety notes on handling batteries
- 2. SIGNS AND SYMBOLS
- 3. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
- 4. USAGE
- 5. WHAT IF THERE ARE PROBLEMS?
- 5.5 WIFI/Bluetooth® connection problems
- 6. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
- IMPORTANT
- 7. DISPOSAL
- 8. TECHNICAL DATA
- Subject to technical changes.
- 9. WARRANTY
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
BF 880 Diagnostic Bathroom Scale
beurer
Unfold page 3 before reading the instructions for use.
Read these instructions for use carefully. Observe the warnings
and safety notes. Keep these instructions for use for future
reference. Make the instructions for use accessible to other users.
If the device is passed on, provide the instructions for use to the
next user as well.
Included in delivery
Check that the device packaging has not been tampered with and make sure that
all contents are present.
Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to the device or
accessories and that all packaging material
has been removed. If you have any doubts, do not use the device and contact
your retailer or the specified
Customer Services address.
• 1 diagnostic bathroom scale
• 3 AA 1.5 V batteries
• 1 set of instructions for use
• 1 quick guide
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
WARNING
• Intended use: the device is only intended for weighing humans and for
recording your personal fitness data. The device is only intended for private
use and not for medical or commercial purposes. The device must only be used
for the purpose for which it was designed and in the manner specified in these
instructions for use.
• The device may not be used by people with medical implants (e.g.
pacemakers), as this
may affect their functionality.
• Do not use the device during pregnancy.
• Danger of tipping! Never place the scale on an uneven surface (see Figure A
). Never step onto the outer edge of the scale on just one side (see Figure B
).
• Danger of slipping! Do not step onto the scale with wet feet (see Figure B
). Do not step onto the scale when the surface is wet. Do not step onto the
scale wearing socks.
• Please note that measuring tolerances are possible for technical reasons as
this scale is not calibrated for use in a professional medical context.
• This scale works on the principle of B.I.A. (bioelectrical impedance
analysis). When this measurement of the electrical resistance (impedance) is
considered alongside constants and/or individual values (age, height, gender,
activity level), the body fat percentage and other variables in the body can
be calculated.
Please note that the values calculated by the diagnostic bathroom scale only
represent an approximation of the actual medical analytical values for the
body. Only a specialist doctor can precisely establish the body fat, body
water, muscle percentage and bone structure using medical methods (e.g.
computer tomography).
• Obtain professional advice from appropriately qualified personnel (e.g. a
doctor) when undertaking any treatment or diet to address being overweight or
underweight. The health values determined using the scale can assist the
qualified personnel in their diagnoses.
• Inaccurate or implausible results may occur when determining body fat in
children, performance athletes or people with medical/physical limitations
(e.g. oedema symptoms, osteoporosis, people who are taking cardiovascular
medication or medication which changes the vascular system, people with major
anatomical abnormalities on the legs).
• Repairs may only be carried out by Beurer Customer Services or authorized
retailers. Never open the scale yourself.
Safety notes on handling batteries
• Always insert the batteries correctly, taking into account the polarity (+ /
-). Keep batteries clean and dry and away from water. Always select the
correct battery type.
• Never short-circuit batteries and battery compartment contacts.
• Never charge, forcibly discharge, heat, disassemble, deform, encapsulate or
modify batteries.
• Never weld or solder on batteries.
• Never mix batteries of different manufacturers, capacities (new and used),
size and type within a device.
• Risk of explosion! Failure to comply with the points mentioned above can
result in personal injury, overheating, leakage, venting, breakage, explosion
or fire.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery
compartment with a dry cloth.
• If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery fluid, rinse the
affected areas with water and seek medical assistance.
• Choking hazard! Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical
attention immediately if swallowed.
• Never allow children to replace batteries without adult supervision.
• Store batteries away from metal objects in a well-ventilated, dry and cool
place.
• Never expose batteries to direct sunlight or rain.
• Remove batteries from the device if it is not going to be used for a long
period of time.
• Dispose of discharged batteries immediately and properly. Never dispose of
batteries in fire.
• When disposing of batteries, keep batteries with different electrochemical
systems separate.
2. SIGNS AND SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used on the device, in these instructions for use, on the packaging and on the type plate for the device:
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WARNING
Warning indicating a risk of injury or damage to health.
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IMPORTANT
Warning indicating possible damage to the device.
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The device may not be used by people with medical implants (e.g. pacemakers), as this may affect their functionality.
CE
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CE labelling
This product satisfies the requirements of the applicable European and
national directives.
EAEU
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The products demonstrably meet the requirements of the Technical Regulations of the EAEU
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Disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment EC Directive – WEEE
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Do not dispose of batteries containing hazardous substances with household waste
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Manufacturer
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Separate the packaging elements and dispose of them in accordance with local regulations.
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Observe the instructions for use
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Marking to identify the packaging material. A = Material code, B = Material number: 1-7 = Plastics, 20-22 = Paper and cardboard
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United Kingdom Conformity As sessed Mark
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Separate the product and packaging elements and dispose of them in accordance with local regulations.
3. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The associated drawings are shown on page 3.
- Display
- button (for selecting a user measurement)
- SET button
- button (for calling up stored values after the user is selected)
- Electrodes
- Battery compartment
- Measured value
- Measurement unit
- Body data
- Scale connected to Bluetooth®
- Measurement data transfer
- Scale connected to cloud/server
- Scale connected to WIFI
4. USAGE
4.1 Prerequisites for taking measurements correctly
• Place the scale on a flat and stable surface.
• Wherever possible, weigh yourself at the same time every day (ideally in the
morning), after having been to the toilet, on an empty stomach and without
clothing.
• To determine your body fat, always stand barefoot on the electrodes 5 on the
scale.
• Stand up straight and still during measurement. Ensure that your weight is
evenly distributed.
4.2 Creating scale users in the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app
The “beurer HealthManager Pro” app makes it easier for you to create user
data, is required to transfer measured values and to display additional values
(body water content, bone mineral mass, BMR/AMR, metabolic age).
The scale has 8 memory spaces for different scale users, enabling you to save the various members of your family, for example. You can use the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app to conveniently set up the individual app users and their corresponding scale user via your smartphone. To do so, proceed as follows:
1. Download the free “beurer HealthManager Pro” app from the Apple App Store
(iOS) or from Google Play (Android™).
This way to the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app
2. Start the app and follow the instructions.
3. Select BF 880 in the app and press the SET button 3 .
4. Select WIFI network (SSID) and enter password (network key) to enable data
transfer to scale via WIFI. If successful, the cloud 12 and WIFI 13 icons will
appear on the display.
5. Set up scale user: if the display 1 shows the scale user (e.g. “U: 1”) and
“0.0”, carry out the initial measurement (for subsequent automatic personal
recognition if within +/- 3 kg of the last measurement of this scale user).
4.3 Weighing yourself
1. Step onto the scale barefoot. Stand still on the electrodes 5 with both
legs, making sure to distribute your weight evenly. The scale switches on
automatically.
2. Your body weight appears on the display 1 . The scale user detected (e.g.
“U: 1” for scale user 1) should then appear automatically. If the scale has
detected several possible scale users or the last weight is more than 3 kg
apart, use the button 4 to select the correct scale user and wait 3 seconds.
3. The following values will then appear one after the other.
BMI
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Body mass index (a healthy value is 18.5–25)
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BF
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Body fat percentage (a healthy value is 16–28% for women and 11–23% for men)
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Muscle percentage (a healthy value is 27–43% for women and 37–57% for men)
Note: For more details of the values, please see the app or the FAQs at: www.beurer.com
4. If a Bluetooth® or WIFI connection has been established and the user measurements have been successfully taken (e.g. for U: 1), the values will be transferred to the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app.
This is indicated by the measurement data transfer symbol 11 . If the data cannot be transferred, up to 30 values will be stored per user. As soon as a connection is established, they are transferred with the next measurements.
Note: If the automatic scale user detection function is not working, briefly press the scale with your foot, press the button 4 repeatedly until your scale user is displayed, and wait 3 seconds. Then take the diagnostic measurement.
Note: To display your most recent diagnostic measurement, briefly press the scale with your foot, press the button 4 repeatedly until your scale user is displayed, and wait 3 seconds. Then press the button 2 to display the most recent diagnostic measurement. To display further measurements, press the button 2 again. Up to 30 measurements can be shown on the display 1 .
Note: If the measurement is carried out with shoes or socks on, then only the weight is displayed (when the scale user is recognised, the weight and BMI are displayed and saved).
4.4 ALTERNATIVE METHOD: creating scale users without the app
Alternatively, you can also create a scale user directly on the scale without
using the app. This process is not required if the scale has already been
connected to the app.
- Press and hold the SET button 3 for 4 seconds. “unit” appears on the display.
- Press the SET button 3 repeatedly until “on” appears on the display 1.
- Use the button 4 to select the scale user you need (you can select from U: 1 to 8). Confirm your selection with the SET button 3 .
- “170” flashes on the display. Use the / button 2 4 to set the height. Confirm with the SET button 3 .
- “30” flashes on the display. Use the / button 2 4 to set the age. Confirm with the SET button 3 .
- flashes on the display. Use the / button 2 4 to set the gender. Confirm with the SET button 3 .
- “Act3” flashes on the display. Use the / button 2 4 to set your activity level based on how much you exercise (considered over the long term). (Act1 = none, Act2 = low, Act3 = medium, Act4 = high, Act5 = very high/athletic). Confirm with the SET button 3.
- “End” appears in the display. Confirm with the SET button 3 . The scale user has been created successfully.
- “0.0” and the user symbol appear on the display. Take the initial measurement.
4.5 Deleting scale users
You can delete individual scale users in the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app.
Alternatively, you can also delete scale users directly on the scale. To do
so, proceed as follows:
1. Press and hold the SET button 3 for 4 seconds. “unit” flashes on the
display.
2. Press the SET button 3 twice until “USEr” flashes on the display.
3. Use the button 4 to select the scale user to be deleted. Confirm your
selection with the SET button 3 .
4. Press the SET button 3 repeatedly until “End” appears. Then press the
button 4 within 5 seconds.
5. “dEL” appears on the display. Confirm with the SET button 3 . The scale
user has now been deleted.
4.6 Changing the weight unit
You can change the weight unit either using the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app
or directly on the scale:
1. Press and hold the SET button 3 for 4 seconds. “unit” appears on the
display 1 .
2. Use the button 2 or button 4 to select the desired weight unit (kg, lb or
stlb). kg = kilograms,
lb = pounds, stlb = stones
3. To confirm, press the SET button 3 repeatedly until the display 1 switches
off.
4.7 Deactivating Bluetooth® and WIFI
To deactivate Bluetooth® and WIFI, proceed as follows:
1. Press and hold the SET button 3 for 4 seconds.
2. Press the SET button 3 repeatedly until “on” appears on the display 1.
3. Select “oFF” with the button 2 or the button 4 .
4. To confirm, press the SET button 3 repeatedly until the display 1 switches
off.
Note: Please note that the Bluetooth® and WIFI function is then NO longer
possible.
To reactivate it, set it from “oFF” to “on”.
5. WHAT IF THERE ARE PROBLEMS?
5.1 Restarting scale
If it is necessary to restart the scale (e.g. scale software freezes). Remove
the batteries briefly.
5.2 Resetting the scale to factory settings
1. Press and hold the SET button 3 for 4 seconds. “unit” flashes on the
display.
2. Press the SET button 3 three times until “SET” flashes on the display.
3. Press the / button 2 4 and confirm “rSt” using the SET 3 button.
5.3 Updating scale software
The app will inform you when a new software update is available.
1. Briefly press on the scale to switch it on.
2. Press and hold the button 2 for 15 seconds. The scale automatically checks
for an update and downloads it. This may take a few minutes. If the update is
successful, “PASS” will be displayed. If the scale is already up to date with
the latest software version “utd” appears.
5.4 Messages and errors
Display
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Cause/remedy
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Discrepancy in
weight
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Incorrect zero point (e.g. in the event of a change of location or temperature fluctua tion): briefly press on the scale until the current weight is displayed, then remove your foot so that “0.0” flashes.
Scale is placed on carpet or uneven ground: the surface must be hard and level.
PAir
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Bluetooth® needs to be paired: start/allow pairing/bonding on your smartphone (note any messages in the status bar/notification bar), and confirm the 6-digit pairing code using the SET button 3 on the device and on the smartphone.
“USE APP” or
flashing
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The scale can be connected to the app via Bluetooth®: do not connect it via the Bluetooth® settings on your smartphone, only via the app.
UnSt
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This weight measurement was unstable: stand still during the measurement.
U: —
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The scale was unable to assign the measurement to a scale user: if the automatic scale user detection function is not working, briefly press the scale with your foot, press the button 2 repeatedly until your scale user is displayed, and wait 3 sec onds. Weigh yourself again.
BF–
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The body fat percentage is outside the measurable range (less than 5% or greater than 70%): check the user data or change the activity level.
Diagnostic measurement cannot be taken (e.g. measurement attempted while wear ing shoes): Repeat the measurement barefoot. Otherwise, only weight values will be displayed and transferred.
oLd
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The maximum weight capacity of 180 kg has been exceeded: loads must not exceed 180 kg.
Lo
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Batteries are flat. Replace the batteries.
Err1
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Incorrect password for your selected WIFI network/SSID/router.
Err2
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Your router does not have Internet access. The server cannot be reached.
Er3…
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Software update failed: please try again.
Err4
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Booting problems: Remove the batteries briefly.
utd
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The software is up to date.
no
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There is no WIFI connection to the server for the software update.
5.5 WIFI/Bluetooth® connection problems
Problem
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Cause/remedy
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No Bluetooth® connection
Symbol 10 is not displayed
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Device is outside the Bluetooth® range.
The minimum range in the open is approx. 10 m. Walls and ceilings reduce the range. Other radio waves may interfere with the transmission. Therefore, do not position the scale near devices such as microwaves or induction hobs. Ideally, switch off other Bluetooth® devices that are within range.
No Bluetooth® connection to the app.
1. Press the SET button 3 on the scale so that “USE APP” flashes in the scale display. Then use the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app.
2. Switch Bluetooth® on your smartphone off and on again. Ensure that the scale is not being connected via the Bluetooth® settings of the operating system. If necessary, remove it from the device list in the Bluetooth® settings and then use the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app.
3. Completely close the app (including in the background). Switch your smartphone off and on again.
4. Briefly remove the batteries from the scale and reinsert them. Launch the app. 5. When connecting the scale, check the status bar on the smartphone to start pair ing/bonding.
Note: A Bluetooth® connection is only required for initial use and changing the scale’s settings. The measurements can also be transferred via Bluetooth®, but in the normal standard application the measurement data will be transferred via WIFI (without Bluetooth®).
No connection to server/cloud
Symbol 12 is not displayed
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Check whether your router has an Internet connection. Check the device settings in the app.
No connection to the router
Symbol 13 is not displayed
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Incorrect password
1. Press the SET button 3 on the scale. Scale displays “USE-APP”. 2. Open the app. Open the scale setting in the app.
3. WIFI radio network/network name (SSID) of your Internet router and password (WIFI network key) must match. Re-enter password/network key. Ensure that the pass word/network key matches the one set on your selected router/WIFI name. Please remember that this is case sensitive. For further information, see technical data under “Connectivity”.
Incorrect router settings
The device connects to 2.4 GHz. The device cannot connect to 5 GHz or 6 GHz. Check the router settings to see if 2.4 GHz is supported (mixed 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz operation is possible in principle). Do not use a mobile WIFI hotspot as it may not be permanently available. Avoid guest networks.
Problem
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Cause/remedy
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Measurements are not sent
Symbol 11 is not displayed
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No WIFI/Bluetooth® connection: Bluetooth® symbol 10 or WIFI and cloud symbols 13+12 must be displayed after a measurement. If necessary, reduce the distance between the scale and the WIFI router. Check and test the device settings of the WIFI network in the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app. Check whether Bluetooth® and WIFI have been deactivated on the scale.
No measurement for the scale user: The user memory (e.g. U: 1) which appears on the scale display during a measurement must be assigned to the scale in your app settings. Only these measurements can be transferred. Therefore, when taking a measurement, check your user on the scale and in your app settings.
If the automatic scale user detection function is not working, briefly press the scale with your foot, press the button 2 repeatedly until your scale user is displayed, and wait 3 seconds. Then take the diagnostic measurement. At the end of the meas urement, the symbol 11 should appear on the scale display. The measurement is then transferred via Bluetooth® or WIFI. If this is not the case, check the device settings in the app.
6. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Clean the surface of the scale from time to time using a slightly damp cloth. Do not use the scale again until the surface is completely dry.
IMPORTANT
- Do not use any abrasive cleaning products.
- Never submerge the scale in water. Never rinse the scale under running water.
- Do not place any objects on the scale when it is not in use.
- Protect the scale from knocks, moisture, dust, chemicals, drastic changes in temperature and nearby sources of heat (ovens, heaters).
7. DISPOSAL
For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in household waste at the end of its service life. Dispose of the device at a suitable local collection or recycling point in your country. Observe the local regulations for material disposal. Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment).
If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal. You can obtain the location of collection points for old devices from the local or municipal author ities, local waste disposal companies or your retailer, for example.
The empty, completely flat batteries must be disposed of through specially designated collection boxes, recycling points or electronics retailers. You are legally required to dispose of the batteries. The codes below are printed on batteries containing harmful substances:
Pb = Battery contains lead,
Cd = Battery contains cadmium,
Hg = Battery contains mercury.
8. TECHNICAL DATA
Model:
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BF 880
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Dimensions:
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300 x 300 x 27 mm
Weight:
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1700 g
Measurement range:
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180 kg / 396 lb / 28 st
Scale interval d:
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kg: 0.1 kg / lb: 0.2 lb / st: between 0-19 st = 0.2 lb; between 20-28 st = 1 lb / 0.1%
Repetition accuracy:
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max. +/- 0.4 kg
Absolute precision:
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max. +/- (0.5% + 0.1 kg). e.g. for 80 kg: max. +/- 0.5 kg
Battery:
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3 x 1,5 V AA
Connectivity:
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Setup can be performed and settings can be made via Bluetooth® low energy technology.
Data transfer preferably via WIFI or alternatively via Bluetooth® low energy tech nology.
WIFI system requirement: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz)
Encryption system requirement: WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA3-PSK WIFI frequency band: 2412 – 2472 MHz, transmission power max. 12.99 dBm. Bluetooth® frequency band: 2402 – 2480 MHz, transmission power max. 7.15 dBm.
List of compatible devices:
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A list of compatible smartphones, information on software and details on the devices can be found at the following link:
connect.beurer.com
Supported devices
System requirements for “beurer
HealthManager Pro” app *
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iOS ≥ 14.0
Android™ ≥ 8.0
Bluetooth® ≥ 4.2
The scale can only be used to its full extent with the “beurer HealthManager Pro” app and an “online account”.
Subject to technical changes.
*This product satisfies the requirements of the applicable European directives.
The CE mark has been applied in accordance with the following European directives: Directive 2014/53/EU (Radio Equipment Directive – RED)
The Declaration of Conformity for this product can be found at the following address: https://www.beurer.com/web/we- landingpages/de/cedeclarationofconformity.php
9. WARRANTY
Further information on the warranty and warranty conditions can be found in the warranty leaflet supplied.
References
- Beurer Gesundheitsratgeber
- Beurer — Beurer North America
- Beurer GmbH | Gesundheit und Wohlbefinden
- MDR & Zertifikate