Conair Weight Watchers WW52C User Manual

Weight and Body Fat
How does it work?
While body fat can be measured in many ways, the method used in your scale
is bioelectrical impedance. This indirect method of determining body fat starts when
a safe and very low electrical current is sent through the lower half of the body.
The electrical current flows more quickly through water and muscle than it will
through bone and fat. The scale measures the speed of the current. Based on this
number, the scale estimates body fat using a multi-step, mathematical formula.
Is it accurate?
Measurements of body fat tend to fluctuate a lot more than simple weighing,
and different methods of estimating body fat yield very different results. Just as
different scales give different results, different body fat analyzers can provide
very different body fat estimates. Even with the same scale the numbers will
vary because:
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in body water content. Because body fat analysis is determined by water content
in the body, results can vary considerably from day to day.
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water for the electrical current to flow through. This may result in a higher body
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fluid, it may appear that body fat is lower than it really is.
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trends over time than to use individual daily results.
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an elevated body temperature, diabetes or other health conditions.
What you need to know!
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as expected because total weight loss and total body fat are decreasing at the
same time (for a more detailed explanation, see next section).
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is normal.
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strength training, in your weight-loss plan.
Why do I lose weight but my body fat percentage doesn’t change much?
Most body fat monitors show body fat as a percentage only. This body fat
monitor shows you not only a percentage but the actual number of body fat
pounds (in fact, this is the measurement you see after your weight is displayed).
Why is that important? When you lose weight, both the numerator (pounds of
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a body fat percentage, the number can be small. For example, a person may weigh
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do not see the percentage change quickly as you are losing weight: monitor the
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lean tissue, include regular physical activity, especially strength training, in your
weight-loss plan.

Conair Weight Watchers WW52C Specifications

General

Type	Digital Scale
Increments	0.1 lb / 0.05 kg
Display	LCD
Platform Material	Glass
Auto Shut-Off	Yes
Weight Capacity	400 lbs
Measurement Units	Pounds, Kilograms
Power Source	Battery

Summary

How Body Fat is Measured

Bioelectrical Impedance Method

Explains how the scale uses bioelectrical impedance to estimate body fat.

Accuracy Factors

Details factors like hydration, skin temp, and health conditions affecting accuracy.

Key Body Fat Information

Provides definitions for percent body fat and advice on weight loss tracking.

Weight Loss vs. Percentage Change

Explains why body fat percentage may not change quickly during weight loss.

Body Water and Bone Mass

Hydration Measurement

Describes how Bioelectric Impedance Analysis (BIA) measures hydration levels.

Bone Mass Explanation

Explains what bone mass is and how it changes with age.

Who Should Monitor Bone Mass

Identifies specific groups who may benefit from monitoring bone mass.

Body Analysis Reference Ranges

BMI Ranges

Presents reference ranges for Body Mass Index (BMI).

Body Fat Ranges

Provides body fat percentage ranges for males and females by age group.

Body Water Ranges

Offers body water percentage ranges for males and females.

Bone Mass Ranges

Lists bone mass percentage ranges for males and females by age.

Scale Usage and Weight Management

Maximizing Scale Features

Tips for getting the most out of the scale's body analysis features.

Weight Management Guidance

Discusses the scale as a tool and the importance of weight management programs.

Tracking Weight During Loss

Advice on tracking weight during a loss journey, emphasizing trends.

Weight Monitoring Strategies

Avoiding Over-Monitoring

Recommends weighing no more than once a week for dieters.

Weight Maintenance Tips

Provides guidance on monitoring weight when maintaining a stable weight.

Essential Scale Facts

Details important facts about using the scale, including accuracy and care.

Scale Setup and Operation

Precautions for Use

Lists important safety precautions before using the scale.

Weight Measurement Only

Step-by-step guide for measuring only body weight on the scale.

Personal Data Setup

Instructions for setting up user profile data like number, height, age, and gender.

Performing Body Analysis

Measurement Process

Details the steps for performing body analysis measurements using the scale.

Interpreting Error Codes

Explains what error codes like 'Err' and 'Lo' signify during operation.

Warranty and Support

Limited Ten Year Warranty

Outlines the terms and conditions of the scale's limited ten-year warranty.

Service Centre Information

Provides contact details and location for warranty service.