TANITA RD-953 innerScan Dual Multi-Frequency Body Composition Monitor Instruction Manual

Body Composition Monitor
Instruction Manual

Dual Frequency Body Composition Monitor with integrated Bluetooth technology

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Tanita Body Composition Monitor.
This monitor is one of a wide range of home health care products produced by Tanita.
This Instruction Manual will guide you through the setup procedures and outline the key features of  this monitor. Additional information on healthy living can be found on  ur website www.tanita.eu Tanita products incorporate the latest clinical research and technological innovations. All data is monitored by the Tanita Medical Advisory Board to ensure accuracy.
Safety Precautions
Do not use the Body Composition Monitor if you have an electronic medical implant such as a pacemaker, as it passes a low-level electrical signal through the body which  ay nterfere with the operation of the implant. Pregnant women should only use the weight function. Other functions are not intended for use when pregnant.
Important Notes for Users
This Body Composition Monitor is intended for adults and children (age 5-17) who have inactive to moderately active lifestyles, and adults with athletic lifestyles.
Thanks to major investment in the latest BIA Technology and sports science research, TANITA has upgraded the Athlete Mode function to make measurements more  ccurate and suitable for a wider range of users.
Who should use Athlete Mode?
Adults aged 18 years and over who either:

• Train or exercise for 12 hours or more a week and have been doing so for at least six months.
• Are body builders.
• Are professional athletes who want to monitor their progress at home.
• Have a lifetime history of fitness and who used to do more than 12 hours a week but do less now.

Recorded data may be lost if the unit is used incorrectly or is exposed to electrical power surges. Tanita cannot accept any responsibility for losses incurred due to the loss of  ecorded data. Tanita cannot accept any responsibility for damages or losses incurred through the use of this product or any third-party claims.
Note: 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.

Features and Functions

For Your Safety

This section explains precautionary measures to be taken to avoid injury to the users of this device and others, and to prevent damage to property. Please familiarise yourself with this information to ensure safe operation of this equipment.
Warning Failure to follow instructions highlighted with this mark could result in death or severe injury.
Caution Failure to follow instructions highlighted with this mark could result in injury or damage to property.
** This mark indicates actions that are prohibited.
This mark indicates instructions that must always be followed.
Warning
****Prohibited
This monitor must not be used by people with pacemakers or other medical implants.
This monitor passes a weak electrical current through the body which could interfere with and cause the malfunction of electrical medical implants, resulting in serious harm to the user.
Interpretation of measurements (e.g. evaluation of measurements and formulation of exercise programmes based on the measurements) must be performed by a professional.
Implementing weight loss measures and exercise programmes based on self- analysis could be harmful to your health. Always follow the advice of a qualified professional.
Prohibited
Do not step on the edge of the platform.Do not jump onto the monitor.
Doing so may cause you to fall or slip, resulting in serious injury.
Do not place this monitor on a slippery surface such as a wet floor.
Doing so may cause you to fall or slip, resulting in serious injury. It may also cause water to get inside the monitor resulting in damage to internal components.
Do not drop any objects onto the monitor. Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the monitor.
Doing so may damage the glass, resulting in injury.
Caution
Do not stand on the display screen or control panel.
Do not insert your fingers into gaps or holes.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Doing so may result in injury.
Do not use old batteries together with new batteries, or a mix of different types of batteries at the same time.
Doing so may cause battery fluid to leak or the batteries to become excessively hot and rupture, resulting in damage to the monitor or injury.
Prohibited**
Never allow an infant or small child to carry the monitor.
This monitor is intended for home use only.
The child may drop the monitor, resulting in injury.
This monitor is not intended for professional use including hospitals, medical or fitness facilities. It is not equipped with the components required for heavy usage. Using the monitor in a professional location will invalidate the warranty.
Place the monitor on a hard, flat surface where there is minimal vibration to ensure safe and accurate measurement.
Avoid excessive impact or vibration to the monitor.
Doing so may damage the monitor or cause it to malfunction,or may cause setting to be erased.
Do not use or store this monitor in the following locations.
·Locations that are exposed to direct sunlight, near to heaters, or exposed directly to air from air conditioning units, etc.
·Locations where there are severe temperature changes or a large amount of vibration.
·Locations with high levels of humidity or moisture.
Doing so may damage the monitor or cause it to malfunction.
Do not step on the monitor when your body is wet (immediately after a shower or bath, etc.)
Be sure to thoroughly dry your body and feet before using the monitor. Failure to do so may cause you to slip or fall, resulting in injury. Also, the monitor cannot take accurate measurements if your body or feet are wet.

Always…
Keep away from water.
Do not use boiling water, benzene, thinner, etc. to clean the monitor. If the monitor becomes dirty, soak a soft cloth in water or neutral household detergent, wring it  ut thoroughly and wipe the monitor clean, then use a dry cloth to wipe the monitor dry.
Do not attempt to disassemble the monitor. Do not modify this equipment in any way.
Do not wash the monitor in water.
Do not submerge this monitor in water.
Doing so may damage the monitor or cause it to malfunction.
Be sure to insert the batteries with the polarities (+, -) in the correct position.
If the batteries are incorrectly inserted, battery fluid may leak and damage the floor. (If you do not intend to use this monitor for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove the batteries before storage.)
Do not use the monitor near other products such as microwave ovens that emit electromagnetic waves.
Doing so may cause the monitor to malfunction, preventing accurate measurements.
Another person should assist persons with disabilities who may not be able to take a measurement alone.

Getting Accurate Readings

To ensure accuracy, readings should be taken without clothing and under consistent conditions of hydration. Always remove your socks or stockings, and be sure the soles of your feet are clean before stepping on the measuring platform. Be sure that the arch of each foot is aligned with the center of the measuring platform. Don’t worry if your feet appear too large for the unit, accurate readings can still be obtained if your toes overhang the platform. It is best to take readings at the same time of day. Try to wait about two hours after getting up, eating, or strenuous exercise before taking measurements. While readings taken under other conditions may not have the same absolute values, they are accurate for determining the percentage change as long as the readings are taken in a consistent manner. To monitor your progress, compare your weight and body fat percentage readings taken under the same conditions over a period of time.
Note: An accurate reading will not be possible if the soles of your feet are not clean, if your knees are bent or if you are sitting down.
Preparations before Use
Inserting the Batteries

Set your location code
Different locations across the world have different gravitational pulls. These differences affect the accuracy of the weight measurement. You can obtain the most accurate weight readings by selecting the correct gravity setting on the scale according to your geographical location.

1. When the power is off, press and hold the button.
2. Refer to the map enclosed, and press the ****buttons to select your location code.
3. Press the button to enter and save the setting.

Changing the Weighing Unit
Note: Only for use with models that have the unit switching button. The weighing unit can be changed using the switch on the back of the monitor. Press the button when the display is blank. When “0.00kg” (or “0.0lb”, “0.0stlb”) appears on the display, press the Unit Switching.
Note: If weighing unit is set to pounds or stone-pounds, the height programming mode is automatically set to feet and inches. Similarly, if kilograms is selected, height is automatically set to centimeters.
Connecting to Your Smartphone

1. Turn the Bluetooth setting on, and visit your smartphone’s app store todownload the My Tanita app. Alternatively, you can visit www.tanitaaustralia.com and download the app there. Note:
   ・See the Tanita website for details on supported models.
   ・If you do not wish to use the dedicated app, configure the settings manually on the body composition monitor. (P.8)
   ・You need to register your smartphone again if you replace your smartphone.

2. Launch the app.

3. Set up to pair your Tanita device (RD-901 / RD-953 / AM-161) Select which device you want to pair with.

4. Pair/synchronise
   Note:
   • The approximate communication distance is 5m in an unobstructed location.

5. Follow the instructions on the app, and press and hold the (communication) button on the Body Composition Monitor for 3 seconds.
   Note:
   • When registering your body composition, place the Body Composition Monitor on a hard, flat floor and step on it with bare feet.

6. Follow the instructions on the app and measure your body composition. When measurement is complete, the connection to the smartphone is disconnected.
   The screen displays and instructions may differ depending on the app specifications.

Setting (Resetting) Date and Time
(Not required if connection to the smartphone is complete)

1. Set Date
   While the power is off, press the ress the button to start setting. buttons to set year and then press **the Set the month and date in the same way. button.
   Note:**
   • When the power is switched on for the first time, the date and time setting screen can also be displayed by pressing the buttons.
   • When you have replaced the batteries, the date and time setting screen can also be displayed by pressing the buttons.

2. Set Time
   Press the **buttons to set hour and then press the button.
   Set the minutes in the same way.
   The set date and time are displayed in order, and then the power automatically turns off.
   Note:
   •  If the Body Composition Monitor is not operated for 60 seconds or more, the power will turn off automatically. Settings will not be saved in this case.
   •  If you make a mistake or wish to turn the monitor off before you complete the settings, press the button to turn the monitor off. Settings will not be saved in this case.
   • To change the date or time settings, press and hold the button for 3 **seconds when the power is off, and then follow the procedure above to change the date or time settings.

Setting and Storing Personal Data in the Memory
(Not required if connection to the smartphone is complete)
The Body Composition Monitor can only be operated if data has been programmed into one of the personal data memories. Only weight measurements can be taken if you use the Body Composition Monitor without registering personal data.

1. Select a Personal Data Number
   Press the ** button to turn on the monitor. Press the buttons to select a personal data number (1, 2, 3 or 4). Press the button to confirm the personal data number.
   Note:**
   • The monitor turns off automatically if it is not operated for 60 seconds.
   • If you make a mistake or want to turn the monitor off before you have finished programming it, press the button to force quit. Partially registered data is saved on the monitor.
   • The backlight color changes according to the personal data number.
   1:Blue
   2:Pink
   3:White
   4:Light blue

2. Set Your Birthday
   Set the date of your birthday (Year / Month / Day) using the **button. Press the button to enter each item.
   Note:** Year settings can be configured from 1900 onwards.

3. Select Female or Male. Use the buttons to scroll through Male [ ], female [ ], male athlete [ ] andfemale athlete [ **] settings, then press the button.
   Adults aged 18 years and over who either:
   Who should use Athlete Mode?
   ** • Train or exercise for 12 hours or more a week and have been doing so for at least six months.
   • Are body builders.
   • Are professional athletes who want to monitor their progress at home.
   • Have a lifetime history of fitness and who used to do more than 12 hours a week but do less now.

4. Set Your Height
   The default height is 170cm (5’ 7.0”) (height range is 90cm – 220cm or 3’0.0” – 7’3.0”).
   Use the ****buttons to set your height and then press the button. The display shows “0.00kg” (or 0.0lb, 0.0stlb) and the monitor is ready for measurement.

5. Measuring Your Body Composition
   Check “0.00kg” (0.0lb, 0.0stlb) is shown on the display, then step on the monitor. Registered personal data and the measurement results are displayed in order, then the power switches off automatically.
   Note:
   If you step onto the monitor before 0.00kg is displayed, “Err,-OL” is displayed and the power turns off. Set the personal information again.
   Also, if you do not step onto the monitor within 60 seconds of “0.00kg”(0.0lb, 0.0stlb) appearing, the power turns off automatically. In this case, you need to set and store personal data again.
   Note:
   The monitor needs to be connected to the smartphone in order to use the dedicated app. Connect to the smartphone, and register the Body Composition Monitor as  hown in the instructions on P.7. If you change the birthday and/or gender, “CLr” is displayed on the monitor.
   If you change the birthday and/or gender, “CLr” is displayed on the monitor.
   Select “YES” using the buttons and then press the button, to delete the existing personal data enabling you to register new data.
   If you select “ ” using the buttons and then press button, no new data is saved (existing data is left unchanged) and power turns off.

Taking Measurements

1. When the monitor power is off, select “+” in the app and then follow the instructions in the app. When “0.00kg” (0.0lb, 0.0stlb) is displayed, step onto the monitor.

2. Measurement data is automatically sent to the smartphone. If there is unsent data stored on the monitor, that data is also sent to the smartphone.

If you do not have your smartphone when taking measurements
Simply step onto the monitor. The auto-recognition feature will automatically recall your personal data. Your monitor will store up to 10 sets of measurements. Saved data is sent to the smartphone together with new measurements the next time the smartphone is connected to the monitor when taking measurements.

Taking Measurements
You can start taking measurements when you have finished entering your personal data.

1. Step onto the Monitor.
   Step onto the monitor when the power is off. The monitor starts measuring automatically.

2. View Your Results
   After taking measurements, your results are automatically displayed in the order listed on the next page. After the last result data is displayed, the weight is displayed again and then the monitor automatically turns off.

Note:

• Do not step off until “0000 ”disappears.
• The backlight color changes according to the recognized personal data number. (Blue/Pink/White/Light blue)
• When the monitor is connected to the smartphone and measurement data is saved in the monitor, ****lights in the personal data display and the measurement result display screen.
• If there are more than 6 sets of data stored, the number of saved sets of data is displayed after the personal data display lights.
• Up to 10 sets of measurement data can be stored in the monitor.
• If you have set a nickname in the dedicated app, the nickname is displayed instead of the personal data number when personal data is displayed.

If the wrong personal number is displayed
Press the **button to select your personal number while readings or personal data is being displayed.
Then press the button to display your own personal data and measurement results.
Situations where mis-recognition may occur
– When measuring people who have similar weights and body shapes
– When measurements have not been taken for a few days and there is a reasonable change in body weight
– When measuring directly after having the monitor stood upright, carrying the monitor or storing it with items placed on top
If the monitor continues to mis-recognize, specify your personal data number manually before measurement. (P.14)
Measurement Results**

An assessment of your measurement results are indicated by the color of the backlight:

Assessment Color (Applicable age)| | |
---|---|---|---
BMI (18-99)| Obese| Over / Under| Normal range
Body Fat Percentage (18-99)| Obese| Over / Under| Standard (-) / Standard (+)
Visceral Fat Level (18-99)| High| Slightly High| Average
Muscle Mass (18-99)| Under| –| Average / High
Muscle Quality Score (18-99)| Under| –| Average / High
Basal Metabolic Rate (18-99)| Under| –| Average / High
Bone Mass (18-99)| Under| Slightly Under| Average / High

Note:

• For children (age 5-17), the monitor only displays weight.
• For children (age 4 or less) and adults (age over 100), the monitor only displays the weight.
• “Err” is displayed if the body fat percentage exceeds the measurable range.
• You can use the ****button to scroll through the results.
• Press and hold the ****button for fast scrolling.
• After reading the results that you want to see, release the button to see the rest of the results.
• The monitor automatically turns off after 40 seconds.
• Press the button to cancel measurement or turn the power off.
• Do not move the monitor for approximately 3 seconds after taking measurements and stepping off. To prevent accidents such as falling off the monitor, always step off the monitor before operating the buttons.

Specifying the Personal Data Number for Measurement’
Follow these instructions if the monitor continues to mis-recognize your number.

1. When the power is off, press the button to start measuring. Select your personal number ****using the buttons and then press the button.

2. Step onto the monitor when “0.00kg” (0.0lb, 0.0stlb) appears in the display. The monitor turns off automatically after displaying the measurement results.

Note:

• When the monitor is connected to the smartphone and measurement data is saved in the monitor, lights in the personal data display screen and the measurement result display screen.
• If there are more than 6 sets of data stored, the number of saved sets of data is displayed after the personal data display lights.
• Up to 10 sets of measurement data can be stored in the monitor.
• If you step onto the monitor before 0.00kg (0.0lb, 0.0stlb) is displayed, “Err,-OL” is displayed and the power turns off during measurement.

Programming the Guest Mode
Guest mode allows you to program the monitor for one-time use without using a personal data number.
Press the button to select “GUEST”, then press the button. Next, follow the steps below: Set the age, gender (male/ female/ male athlete/ female athlete) and height. Step  nto the monitor after “0.00kg” (0.0lb, 0.0stlb) is displayed. The readings are displayed for 40 seconds.

Note:
The age range is from 5 to 99.
Who should use Athlete Mode?
Adults aged 18 years and over who either:

• Train or exercise for 12 hours or more a week and have been doing so for at least six months.
• Are body builders.
• Are professional athletes who want to monitor their progress at home.
• Have a lifetime history of fitness and who used to do more than 12 hours a week but do less now.
• Do not step off until ” ” disappears.

Measuring Weight Only

Press the button. After 2 or 3 seconds, “0.00kg”(0.0lb, 0.0stlb) is displayed.
When “0.00kg” (0.0lb, 0.0stlb) is displayed, step onto the monitor.
The body weight measurement is displayed, and the monitor power turns off automatically after approximately 20 seconds.

Body Composition Guide

Who Can Use a Body Composition Monitor?
This Body Composition Monitor is intended for adults aged 18-99 years. Children aged 5-17 years can use the monitor for weight, body fat percentage and BMI: the other features are not applicable to children.
Thanks to major investment in the latest BIA Technology and sports science research, TANITA has upgraded the Athlete Modefunction to make measurements more accurate and suitable for a wider range of users.
Who should use Athlete Mode?
Adults aged 18 years and over who either:

• Train or exercise for 12 hours or more a week and have been doing so for at least six months.
• Are body builders.
• Are professional athletes who want to monitor their progress at home.
• Have a lifetime history of fitness and who used to do more than 12 hours a week but do less now.

 Pregnant women should only use the weight function.
Other functions are not intended for use when pregnant.
This Body Composition Monitor is intended for home use only. It is not intended for professional use in places such as hospitals or medical or fitness facilities. It is not designed for such heavy usage. Using the monitor in this type of professional environment will invalidate the warranty.
This Body Composition Monitor product provides readings for informational purposes only.
This product is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease or abnormalities. Please consult your physician if you have any questions or concerns related to your health.
How Does a Body Composition Monitor Work?
Tanita Body Composition Monitors calculate your body composition using Dual Frequency Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA). Safe, low-level electrical signals are passed through the body via the Tanita foot pads on the monitor platform. The signal can flow easily through fluids in muscles and other body tissue but meets resistance as it passes through body fat, because body fat only contains a small amount of fluid. This resistance is called impedance. The impedance readings are then entered into medically researched mathematical formulas to calculate your body composition.

The Tanita RD-953 incorporates medical grade Dual Frequency BIA technology,allowing you to have the highest body composition accuracy in the comfort of your home. Research has shown that using two different bioelectrical impedance frequencies, provides essential data of a person’s intracellular and extracelluar status. This advanced technology allows greater accuracy when calculating body composition measurements.

When Is the Best Time To Use My Body Composition Monitor?
Your body water levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day and night. Any significant changes in body water may affect your body  composition readings. For example, the  ody tends to be dehydrated after a long night sleep so if you take a reading first thing in the  morning your weight will be lower and your body fat percentage higher. Eating   rge meals, drinking alcohol, menstruation, illness,  exercising, and bathing may also cause variations in your hydration levels. To get the most reliable reading it is important to  se your Body Composition Monitor at a consistent time of day under consistent conditions. A good time to take measurements is before your evening meal.

What Is Body Fat Percentage?
(Applicable age 5-99)
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.
Body Fat Ranges for Standard Children 1,2 Body Fat Ranges for Standard Adults 3,4

1. Susan Jebb et al. New Body Fat Reference Curves for Children. Obesity Rsearch 2004; 12:A156-157
2. HD McCarthy et al. Body Fat Reference Curves for Children. Int J Obes 2006; 30: 598-602
3. Gallagher D et al. Healthy percentage body fat ranges:an approach for developing guidelines based on body mass index. Am J Clin Nutr 2000; 72: 694-701
4. Based on NIH/WHO BMI Guidelines

Your Body Composition Monitor automatically compares your body fat percentage reading to the Healthy Body Fat Range chart.
Underfat: below the healthy body fat range. Increased risk for health problems.
Standard (-)/Standard (+): within the healthy body fat percentage range for your age/gender.
Overfat: above the healthy range. Increased risk for health problems.
Obese: high above the healthy body fat range. Greatly increased risk of obesity-related health problems.

What Is Total Body Water Percentage? (Applicable age 18-99)
Total Body Water Percentage is the total amount of fluid in a person’s body expressed as a percentage of their total weight. Water plays a vital role in many of the body’s  rocesses and is found in every cell, tissue and organ. Maintaining a healthy total body  water percentage ensures the body functions efficiently and reduces the risk of  eveloping associated health problems. Your body water levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day and night. Your body tends to be dehydrated after a long night’s sleep  and there are differences in fluid distribution between day and night. Eating large meals, drinking alcohol, menstruation, illness, exercising and bathing may cause variations in  our hydration levels. Your body water percentage reading should be used as a guide and should not be used to specifically determine your recommended total body water  ercentage. It is important to look for long-term changes in total body water percentage and maintain a consistent, healthy total body water percentage.
Drinking a large quantity of water in one sitting will not instantly change your body water level. In fact, it will increase your body fat reading due to the additional weight gain.  lease monitor all readings over time to track relative changes. Every individual is different, but as a guide the average total body water percentage ranges for a healthy adult are: Female: 45 to 60% Male: 50 to 65% Source: Tanita Research Note: The total body water percentage will tend to decrease as the percentage of body fat increases. A person  ith high percentage of body fat may fall below the average body water percentage. As you lose body fat, the total body water percentage should gradually move towards the typical range given above.

What Is Metabolic Age? (Applicable age 18-99)
This function calculates your BMR and indicates the average age associated with the type of metabolism.
If your metabolic age is higher than your actual age, it is an indication that you need to improve your metabolic rate. Increased exercise builds healthy muscle tissue, which improves your metabolic age.
The reading is shown as a number between 12 and 90. Values under 12 are displayed as “12” and over 90 are displayed as “90”.
What Is Muscle Mass? (Applicable age 18-99)
This function indicates the weight of muscle in your body. The muscle mass displayed includes skeletal muscle, smooth muscle (such as cardiac and digestive muscle) and the water contained in these muscles.
Muscles play an important role as they act as an engine that consumes energy. As your muscle mass increases, your energy consumption increases helping you reduce excess  ody fat levels and lose weight in a healthy way.
The muscle mass is judged for persons aged 18 and over.
Muscle mass is judged by calculating the amount of muscle mass against the person’s height, and then the amount is classified. The My Tanita app that links with this device  isplays the muscle mass judgement as a muscle score, as shown  below. The larger the number, the more muscle the person has.

What Is Physique Rating? (Applicable age 18-99)
This feature assesses your physique according to the ratio of body fat and muscle mass in your body. As you become more active and reduce the amount of body fat, your physique rating also changes accordingly. Even if your weight does not change, your muscle mass and body fat levels may be changing to make you healthier and reduce your  isk of certain diseases.Each  person should set their own goal of which physique they want to achieve, and follow a diet and fitness program to meet that goal.

This person seems to have a healthy body type based on physical appearance. However, they have a high body fat percentage with low muscle mass level.
2| Obese| Medium Frame Obese
This person seems to have a healthy body type based on physical appearance. However, they have a high body fat percentage with low muscle mass level.
3| Solidly-built| Large Frame Obese
This person has both a high body fat percentage and a high muscle mass.
4| Under exercised| Low Muscle and Average Body Fat Percentage
This person has an average body fat percentage and a less than average muscle mass level.
5| Standard| Ave. Muscle & Ave. Body Fat Percentage
This person has average levels of both body fat and muscle mass.
6| Standard Muscular| High Muscle & Ave. Body Fat Percentage (Athlete)
This person has an average body fat percentage and higher muscle mass level than average.
7| Thin| Low Muscle & Low Fat
Both body fat percentage and muscle mass are lower than average.
8| Thin and muscular| Thin and muscular (Athlete)
This person has a lower than average body fat percentage while having adequate muscle mass.
9| Very Muscular| Very Muscular (Athlete)
This person has a lower than average body fat percentage while having above- average muscle mass.

Source: Data from Columbia University (New York) & Tanita Institute (Tokyo)

Index of amount of muscle against height = Muscle mass (Kg) / height (cm)
What Is Muscle Quality Score? (Applicable age 18 – 99)
Muscle quality score indicates the “quality (state) of muscle” which changes according to factors such as age and fitness. The muscles of young people or those who exercise  egularly is normally in a good state, but the state of muscles deteriorates in elderly people or those who do not get enough exercise. Inner Scan Dual Body Composition  nalyzer uses 2 different frequencies to  measure Bioelectrical Impedance, and these results are used to evaluate the muscle state using the Muscle Quality Score.
Muscle  uality udgement Chart

20 or less
Female| 18 – 29| 30s| 40s| 50s| 60s| 70s| 80 and over
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
High| 68 and higher| 70 and higher| 69 and higher| 67 and higher| 61 and higher| 54 and higher| 50 and higher
Average| 48 – 67| 48 – 69| 45 – 68| 41 – 66| 34 – 60| 26 – 53| 22 – 49
Low| 47 or less| 47 or less| 44 or less| 40 or less| 33 or less| 25 or less| 21 or less

*Muscle Quality Score may not be accurately evaluated if there are abnormalities in the state of body water, such as in the following conditions:

• If the body fatigued or
• If the person is dehydrated or suffering from reduced blood

It is important to maintain a good balance between muscle mass and quality.
Note: More ★ indicates a better state of muscle. (Max. ★★★★)
Balance Between Muscle Mass and Muscle Quality

Muscle Mass Judgement

What Is Bone Mass? (Applicable age 18-99)
This function indicates the amount of bone (bone mineral level, calcium or other minerals) in the body.
Research has shown that exercise and the development of muscle tissue are related to stronger, healthier bones. While it is unlikely that there will be noticeable changes in  one structure over short periods, it is important that you develop and maintain healthy bones  by having a balanced diet and plenty of exercise. People worried about bone  isease should consult their physician. People who suffer  from osteoporosis or low bone density due to age (young or old), pregnancy, hormonal treatment or other causes may not get accurate bone mass readings.
Below is the result of estimated bone masses of persons aged 20 to 40, who are said to have the largest amounts of bone mass by weight. (Source: Tanita Body Weight Science  nstitute) Please use the charts below as a guide for comparing your bone mass readings.
Women: Average of estimated bone mass

Weight (lb)

Less than 110 lb| 110 lb – 165 lb| 165 lb and up
4.3 lb| 5.3 lb| 6.5 lb
Weight (kg)

Less than 50 kg| 50 kg – 75 kg| 75 kg and up
1.95 kg| 2.40 kg| 2.95 kg

Men: Average of estimated bone mass

Weight (lb)

Less than 143 lb| 143 lb – 209 lb| 209 lb and up
5.9 lb| 7.3 lb| 8.1 lb
Weight (kg)

Less than 65 kg| 65 kg – 95 kg| 95 kg and up
2.66 kg| 3.29 kg| 3.69 kg

*lb is the estimation calculated based on kg.
Note:

• Persons described below may obtain varying readings and should take the values given for reference purposes only.
  – Elderly persons
  – Women during or after menopause
  – People receiving hormone therapy

• “Estimated bone mass” is a value estimated statistically based on its correlation with the fat-free amount (tissues other than the fat). “Estimated bone mass” does not give a direct judgment on the hardness or strength of the bones or the risks of bone fractures. If you have concerns over your bones, you are recommended to consult a specialist physician.

What Is Body Mass Index (BMI)? (Applicable age 5-99)
This function indicates the relationship between height and weight. The World Health Organization (WHO) considers an index of 18.5 to 25 as optimal for adults.

Troubleshooting

If the following problems occur, follow the instructions below.
“Lo” appears on the display.
Check the orientation of the batteries, and insert them correctly.
The batteries are running low. Replace the batteries promptly.
Refer to page 6.
“OL” appears on the display during use
The maximum weight (weighing capacity) 200kg is exceeded. (Measurements cannot be taken) “Err” appears on the display after measurement.
Are the personal data settings correct?
Did you select the wrong personal data number?
Measurement items have exceeded the measurement range. (Measurements cannot be taken).
Cannot measure body composition even though personal data is set.
The personal data settings are not complete. You need to measure body composition once immediately after entering the personal data.
Cannot connect my smartphone to the Body Composition Monitor “Err pair” or ”Err DATA” appears on the display Are batteries inserted correctly in the Body Composition Monitor?
Are the batteries running low?
Are the smartphone and body composition meter within communication range?
The communication range for The Body Composition Monitor is 5m in an unobstructed location.
Is the “Bluetooth” setting in the smartphone “Settings” turned on?
“Err pair” appears repeatedly.
Delete the pairing information from “Settings” > “Bluetooth” on the smartphone, and pair the smartphone with the Body Composition Monitor again.
“Err UUID” appears repeatedly.
Delete the pairing information from “Settings” > “Bluetooth” on the smartphone, and pair the smartphone with the Body Composition.
Monitor again.
“Err c9” appears on the display
Remove and replace the batteries from the body composition meter, and set the date and time again.
The date and time settings have been changed.
When using the Body Composition Monitor linked with an smartphone, the date and time settings on the Body Composition Monitor are overwritten with those from the smartphone.
The “Input Data” button in the app does not work.
Is the “Bluetooth” setting in the smartphone “Settings” turned on?
Linking between the app and the Body Composition Monitor is only enabled when the Body Composition Monitor is turned off.
Check that the power of the Body Composition Monitor is turned off and try again.

Specifications

RD-953
Weight Capacity
200 kg (440 lb)(31st 6 lb)
Weight Increments
0-100 kg/0.05 kg 100-200 kg/0.1 kg
0-200 lb/0.1 lb 200-440 lb/0.2 lb 0-31st 6 lb/1 lb
Body Fat %
5-99 years old
Body Mass Index
5-99 years old
Muscle Mass
18-99 years old
Muscle Quality Score
18–99 years old
Physique Rating
18-99 years old
Bone Mass
18-99 years old
Visceral Fat
18-99 years old
Basal Metabolic Rate
18-99 years old
Metabolic Age
18-99 years old
Body Water %
18-99 years old
Personal Data
4 memories
Power Supply
4×AA Alkaline batteries(included)
Power Consumption
250ｍA maximum
Measuring Current
50kHz, 6.25 kHz, 100μA
Communication Method
Bluetooth version 4.0 (Low Energy support)

For Australian Customer Care Service, contact Tanita Australia.
Address: Tanita Australia
Milner’s Brands
5-7 Glassford Road
Kewdale WA 6015

Postal Address: PO Box 308 Cloverdale WA 6985
Email Address:info@tanitaaustralia.com
Contact Numbers: 1800 656 444 (Tanita) 1800 099 012 (Milner’s)
Website: www.tanitaaustralia.com

Disposal

This is an electronic device. Please dispose of it as an electronic device, not as general household waste. Please follow the regulations in your local region when disposing of  his device.
Not allowed to mix batteries with consumer wastes!
As consumer you are legally bound to return used or discharged batteries. You can deposit your old batteries at the public collecting points in your town, or wherever the  orresponding batteries are soldand specifically marked collecting boxes have been set up. In case of scrapping the apparatus, the batteries should be removed from it and  deposited at the collecting points as well.

• The product design and specifications may be changed at any time without prior notice.
• The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such mark by Tanita Corporation is under license.
• Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

Manufacturer
TANITA Corporation
1-14-2 Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku,
Tokyo 174-8630 Japan
TEL: +81-(0)3-3968-7048
www.tanita.co.jp| EU Representative
TANITA Europe B.V.
Hoogoorddreef 56-E, 1101 BE
Amsterdam, the Netherlands
TEL: +31-(0)20-560-2970
FAX: +31-(0)20-560-2988
www.tanita.eu| TANITA Corporation of America, Inc.
2625 South Clearbrook Drive,
Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005
U.S.A.
TEL: +1-847-640-9241
FAX: +1-847-640-9261
www.tanita.com
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TANITA Health Equipment H.K. Ltd.
Unit 301-303, Wing On Plaza, 3/F., 62 Mody
Road, Tsimshatsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong
TEL: +852-2834-3917
FAX: +852-2838-8667
www.tanita.asia| TANITA (Shanghai) Trading Co., Ltd.
Room 8005, 877 Huai Hai Zhong Lu,
Shanghai,
The People’s Republic of China
TEL: +86-21-6474-6803
FAX: +86-21-6474-790| TANITA India Private Limited
A-502, Mittal Commercia,
Off. M.V. Road (Andheri Kurla Road),
Marol, Andheri-East, Mumbai 400059,
Maharashtra, India
TEL: +91-771-801-1511
FAX: +852-2838-8667
www.tanita.co.in

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