taurus 990550 Syncro Glass Bathroom Scale User Manual

taurus 990550 Syncro Glass Bathroom Scale

Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing to purchase a Mellerware brand product. Thanks to its technology, design and operation and the fact that it exceeds the strictest qual-ity standards, a fully satisfactory use and long product life can be assured.

Part description

• A. Platform
• B. LCD screen
• C. Set button
• D. Up/down buttons
• E. Male symbol
• F. Female symbol
• G. Age symbol
• H. Height symbol
• I. Kilogram/pounds symbol
• J. Battery compartment lid

How body fat scales work and why its important Body fat scales are one of the most convenient ways to measure your body fat percentage. The Mellerware BodyMax Health scale uses a technique called Bio- elec-trical Impedance Analysis (or BIA for short). Very simply, a small and completely harmless electrical current is passed through your body. The electrical current passes more quickly through fat free tissue, like muscle, than it does through fat or bone tissue. So, the amount of resistance to the electrical current relates to how much fat-free mass a person has and their body density. Like all body fat tests, BodyMax Health scale does not actually measure your body fat percentage. They determine your body density. The examiner (or the BodyMax Health) then uses a formula to calculate body fat percentage based on body density.

These formulas just predict your body fat. Unfortu-nately, there is no one formula that accurately predicts body fat for the whole population. Differences in age, gender, ethnicity, body size, and fitness level all have a significant effect on the results as long as they can accurately monitor changes in your body composi-tion over time, that’s all you need. Your body position, the amount of water in your body, your food intake, skin temperature and recent physical activity can all adversely affect the results of body fat scales. To achieve accurate, consistent results, you must standardize the way you perform each test. That simply means making each test with your BodyMax Health scale as similar as possible. The great thing about BodyMax Health scale is that stan-dardising each test is easy to do. Check out the Top Tips to get the most from your Body- Max Health scale.

Top Tips when using your BodyMax Health Scale

• Remember to use the Bodymax scale with bare feet in order for the BIA function to work correctly.
• Use the BodyMax Health Scale to measure your progress only. Don’t compare your body fat percentage to anyone else’s score.
• Measure out and drink some water one hour before you test yourself. Make sure you always drink the same amount of water one hour before you test yourself.
• Measure yourself at the same time of day for each test. Your skin temperature affects the electrical current used by the BodyMax Health scale. It’s difficult but try to test yourself in a similar room temperature each time.
• Don’t test yourself after exercising. When you exercise you sweat and when you sweat you lose water. This affects your hydration levels and therefore the results.
• Thoroughly clean the foot pads, preferably with alco-hol and then dry them off each time you test.

Safety advice and warnings

Read these instructions carefully before switching on the appliance and keep them for future reference. Failure to follow and observe these instructions could lead to an accident. Clean all the parts of the product that will be in contact with food, as indicated in the cleaning section, before use.

Working environment:
Place the appliance on a horizontal, hard, rigid, flat, stable surface that is free from vibrations. 2.1.2. Avoid any contact of the weighing area with objects not to be weighed. Otherwise, it will not show the right weight.

Personal safety

1. Do not use the appliance with wet feet.
2. Always use the appliance with bare feet -re- move any socks or shoes

Use and care:

1. Do not move the appliance while in use.
2. Do not overload the appliance’s weight capac ity. 2.3.3. Remove the batteries from the appliance if you are not going to use it for a while.
3. This appliance is not for professional or indus-trial or medical/hospital use, it is intended for house-hold use only.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervi- sion or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
6. This appliance should be stored out of reach of children and/or the disabled.
7. Do not store the appliance in a vertical position.
8. CAUTION: Do not use the appliance if the glass is cracked or broken.
9. Any misuse or failure to follow the instruc- tions for use renders the guarantee and the manufac- turer’s liability null and void.

Assembling the battery/s Caution:

1. During the handling of batteries, do not touch both poles at the same time, as this will provoke the partial discharge of the stocked energy therefore affect-ing longevity.
2. Remove the cover of the battery compartment. 2.4.3. Check that the plastic covering that protects the battery has been removed (some batteries are sold with a protective covering)
3. Put the battery in its compartment. Caution: During the handling of batteries, do not touch both poles at the same time, as this will provoke the partial discharge of the stocked energy therefore affecting longevity.
4. Replace the cover of the battery compartment. 2.4.6. It is essential that the batteries should always be the same kind and the same charge. Never mix alkaline batteries with normal one (Carbon- Zinc) and/ or rechargeable ones.
5. N.B. When changing the batteries, the configuration of the appliance will be removed, and you will need to reset the parameters of the appliance.

Battery assemble

1. Insert the 2 x AAA batteries (Included). See figure 1 (Note: Make sure battery is pushed all the way into its slot).

Instructions for use

Before use:

1. Prepare the appliance according to the function you wish to use:
2. Weighing units selector Kg/Lb.
3. The appliance has a selector of weighing units; put the selector in the position according to those units you want to work with. (KG/LB) use:
4. To do so, press the unit button, the measuring unit selected will then be shown on screen one after the other under the scale.

Normal weighing system:

1. Gently press the surface of the scale with your foot to switch it on and wait for the screen to show 0,0 on the screen.
2. Place yourself in the centre of the platform avoiding abrupt movements and without touching other objects, until the appliance shows your weight.

Programming personal data

1. Gently press the surface of the scale with your foot to switch it on.
2. Press the Set button and use Up/down button to find the memory number under which you wish to save your personal data (10 memories available P0-P9). Then press the Set button to confirm your choice. 3.3.3. Log in your height using the up/down buttons and confirming by using Set button. Note you can also use the unit selector button under the scale to select height measure (Centimetre CM). These steps can be repeated to program the remain- ing 9 memories if desired.
3. Log in your age using the up/down buttons and confirming by using Set button.
4. Select male or female by using up/down but tons and confirming by pressing Set button.
5. Once you have set your profile, press the “set” button and select your profile. Your saved data will briefly flash onto the screen of the scale.
6. To measure Water, Bone and Muscle Percentage 3.4.1. Gently press the surface of the scale with your foot to switch it on.
7. Press the Set button and use Up/down button to find the memory number under which you wish to save your personal data (9 memories available). Then press the Set button to confirm your choice.
8. Place down the scale and place your body at the centre on top of the metal sensors. Remember to be bare feet.
9. Remain still on the scale while the scale is calculating. The scale will show flashing “000” while busy calculating. Once done, the scale will flash results in the following sequence:
10. Body Fat %, Body Water % (Hydration), Bone% and Muscle %. See below the icons displayed on the scale. The results will repeatedly flash 2 times and then the scale will switch off.

Calculate percentage body fat:

1.  This appliance has the built-in option to calculate the percentage of your body fat by using bioelectrical impedance techniques.

2. This analysis measures the different conductivity between the muscle mass and body mass formed by fat cells using very low-intensity electrical micro cur-rent that runs through the lower members of the body. 3.5.3. The percentage body weight is calculated using the procedure described above and also involves the
   following variables: height, age, gender and weight. 3.5.4. Optimum results according to standards gener-ally applied to adults:

3. Men: 14 – 24%

4. Women: 20 – 30%

• Any results below these indicators are considered underweight and higher than these are considered overweight.
• In the event of doubt, consult your doctor or pharma-cist for clarification.

Automatic disconnection function:(Stand-by):

• In order to save energy, the appliance passes to stand-by after few seconds if the user does not use it.
• To return to normal operation simply press lightly on the weighing platform and wait for the screen to show “0.0”.

Once you have finished using the appliance:

• Remove the battery from the appliance if you are not intending to use the appliance during an extended period.

Special messages:

• The following messages can appear on the screen:
• Lo: means that the battery has to be changed/re charged.
• Err: means that there’s an error in the body fat per-centage measurement.
• oL: means that the appliance’s capacity has been exceeded

Cleaning:

• Clean the equipment with a damp cloth with a few drops of washing-up liquid and then dry.
• Do not use solvents, or products with an acid or base pH such as bleach, or abrasive products, for cleaning the appliance.
• Never submerge the appliance in water or any other liquid or place it under running water.

Supplies:
Only the following type of supplies must be used with the appliance (Fig. 4)

Battery type: 2 x AAA These supplies are available in the majority of retail stores.

Repair:

• Take the appliance to an authorised technical support service if the product is damage or other problems arise.
• Do not try to dismantle or repair as this may be dangerous
• If the connection to the mains has been damaged, it must be replaced by an authorised service.

Recycling

1. These electrical products, cables, batteries, packaging, and the manual, should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper recycling, please take these products to your nearest Creative House-wares office where they will be accepted for recycling free of charge.
2. Alternatively, please contact your local authority or household waste disposal service for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Correct prod-uct disposal saves resources and prevents negative effects on human health and the environment.

Thank you for purchasing a Taurus product. Taurus guarantees that your product has been thoroughly inspected and tested before being dispatched and is free from mechanical and electrical defects and complies with the ap-plicable safety standards. With every Taurus product purchased you get a 2 year warranty as detailed in the terms and conditions below.

First Year – 1 Year Retail Warranty:
Should defects due to faulty parts or workmanship develop, under normal domestic use, within 12 months from the original date of purchase please return the product to the store from where it was purchased for a refund or replacement.

Second Year – 1 Year Extended Warranty
Taurus takes pride in their product quality and therefore offer an extended 12 month warranty over and above the 1 Year Retail Warranty. Should defects due to faulty material or workmanship develop, under normal domestic use, after the 12 month period and within 24 months from the origi-nal date of purchase, please return the product postage pre-paid to Taurus for repair. Taurus will re-pair the product free of charge and return it to you directly. Taurus will replace a product with a similar product in the same or better condition, if the repair cannot be conducted for whatever reason. NB: The 1 Year Extended Warranty is only valid for customers who have registered their warranty online at www.taurusappliances.co.za within the first year after making their purchase. See overleaf for details and instructions.

Before returning your product, check the following:

• Your household mains supply socket is in good condition, working and switched on.
• The mains supply circuit is not overloaded (White trip switch on your DB board is off).
• You have read the troubleshooting guide in your Instructions for Use.
• All accessories and parts are present.

The following conditions apply

1. Please ensure you retain your receipt as this must be presented when making a claim under the terms of the guarantee. It is impossible to determine the guarantee period without proof of purchase, so please keep this in a safe place. (NB. Your guarantee can be scanned onto the Taurus web site for safe storage – see reverse side for details.)
2. If a refund or exchange is required the product must be complete with all accessories, parts and packaging. Missing parts will render the guarantee void.
3. Upon receipt of your appliance, check it for any trans-port damage to ensure it is safe for use. Return it to the store as soon as possible for exchange if damaged. The guarantee is void if products are damaged after use, so please do not use the damaged product.
4. Your product is designed for normal domestic house-hold use. Failure to read and comply with the instruc-tions for use, cleaning and maintenance will render your guarantee void, so please read these instructions carefully to ensure your safety, and to get the most effective use from the product. (e.g. not removing lime scale; water deposits; insect infestation, and/or burnt products)
5. Any abuse, negligent, improper or accidental use or care will render the guarantee void and Creative Housewares (Pty) Ltd will not be liable for any loss or damage.
6. Any attempted repair, or replacement of unauthorised parts will render the guarantee void, so please contact an authorised service centre or service agent for any service or repair requirements.
7.  NB: The guarantee on replaced products will be from the original date of purchase and not from when the date replacement was made.
8. All repairs carry a 3 month guarantee even if this falls outside of the 2 year guarantee period.
9. Taurus will attempt to conduct repairs within reasonable time in line with industry standards but cannot be held responsible or liable for any circumstances not under our control.

Repairs Out of the Warranty Period
If service or repair becomes necessary outside the warranty period, this service is still available however all transport/postage, spares and labour costs will be for the customers’ account. All chargeable repairs will require the customers’ written acceptance of the quote. Once the go-ahead has been received Taurus will undertake to conduct the repair within a reasonable time and maintain the condition of the product as received. All repairs are guaranteed for 3 months from the date of the repair. For any service, enquiries and complaints please contact our Customer Care on 086 111 5006 or e-mail help@creativehousewares.co.za from 08h00 to 15h00 Monday to Friday excluding public holidays. Please also note that the company is normally closed for 2 weeks around Christmas and New Year. Please send all products for repair postage pre-paid to one of the service centres listed on the back of this page.

ONLINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Why register your warranty?
We at Taurus pride ourselves on bringing premium quality appliances to market, and as a commitment to this level of quality we offer a 2 year warranty (1 Year Retail + 1 Year Extended) on all of our products. We often hear that our customers lose their receipts and can therefore no longer claim if they have a problem. To take advantage of the 1 Year Extended Warranty you will need to register your warranty online within the first year of purchase in order to make a valid claim. Now you can register your product, upload your warranty online, never have to worry about losing your receipt again and enjoy the benefit of your 2 year warranty.

Added Benefits
In addition to providing you with an online profile of your registered products we will also provide a host of value added benefits:

• Incentives and Competitions for registered users
• New recipes or ideas for your products
• New product developments – be the first to get the latest appliances
• Special offers on promotional items

How to Register your Online Warranty?

• taurusappliances.co.za

STEP1  Create your user profile:
If you haven’t done so already, simply visit www.taurusappliances.co.za, click on the “Product Registration” link and follow the easy instructions. You will receive a username and password once registered. Th is will give you access to your user profile.

STEP2 Pick a registration method:

• Open your internet browser and visit www.taurusappliances.co.za
• Click on the Registration link and login using your username and password.
• Click on Register your products and upload receipts and follow the easy instructions.
• Scan and upload your receipt
• Scan the QR code above or visit www.taurusappliances.co.za Click on the Registration link and login using your user name and password.
• Click on “Register your products and upload receipts and follow the easy instructions.
• Scan or take a photo and upload your receipt.
• Fax the following to 021 931 4058
• First Name and Surname
• Contact telephone and fax number.
• Product Model number and Type.
• Traceability Code (found on the Warranty Card or on a label on the product)
• A clear and legible copy of your receipt.

Notes:

1. The online warranty system is a safe storage facility for your receipt.
2. You will be required to register on the Taurus website. You will receive a username and password once registered. This will give you access to your profile.
3. From your profile you will be able to load products that you have purchased. In order to successfully register your warranty you will need to either scan and upload, or fax through your receipt to us.
4. All instructions on how to load your products are available inside your profile.
5. Please note that you must check that your receipt has been uploaded correctly. Creative Housewares cannot be held responsible for faxes or files not received.
6. For assistance with registration please email: marketing@creativehousewares.co.za.

NB: Your 1 year extended warranty is only valid if your prod-uct is registered online within the first year after purchasing your Taurus product. Failure to register your product on-line within the first year will render the extended warranty as void.

creative hOusewares

National Service Centre: 086 111 5006 e-mail: help@creativehousewares.co.za www.creativehoUsewares.co.za

Durban

• 243 Percy Osborn Road
• Morningside, Durban, South Africa
• Tell: +27 31 303 3465
• Fax: +27 31 303 8259

creative hoUsewares 20 Tekstiel St, Parow, Cape Town, 7493, RSA PO. Box 6156 Parow East, 7501, RSA +27 21 931 8117 +27 21 931 4058 Service Centre Hetpiine: 086 111 500 www.creativehouseWares.c0.za

References

• Quality Household Appliances | Home, Garden, Tools & Kitchen | Creative Housewares
• Taurus Domestic Appliances | Taurus

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