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Tanita BC-418 User Manual

Tanita BC-418
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BODY COMPOSITION ANALYZER
BC-418
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Tanita BC-418 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeElectronic personal scale
ShapeSquare
Accuracy100 g
Non-slip feetYes
Product colorWhite
Auto power offNo
Memory function-
Units of measurementkg, lb
Maximum weight capacity200 kg

Summary

Advantages of Body Composition Analysis

Safety Notes and Precautions

Caution Symbols and Warnings

Explanation of hazard symbols and their meaning.

General Precautions for Use

Safety guidelines including electrical, physical, and environmental considerations.

Equipment Maintenance

Accurate Measurement Guidelines

Product Assembly and Components

Product Structure Overview

Identification of main components and their locations.

Control Box Rear View

Description of the rear panel of the control box and its ports.

Digital Display Indicators

Explanation of symbols and marks shown on the digital display.

Assembly Instructions

Membrane Switch Functions

Explanation of the control panel buttons and their functions.

Body Type Selection

How to select the appropriate body type for measurement.

Preparation for Use

Connection and Installation

Guidance on connecting the unit and setting it up.

Loading Printer Paper Roll

Instructions for installing the printer paper.

Setting Date and Time

Date and Time Configuration

Step-by-step input for setting the current date and time.

Mode Selection

Print Settings and Language

Configuring the number of printouts and the display language.

Printing Content Selection

Choosing between short and long printout formats.

Setting the Original Mode

Operating Instructions

Body Composition Analysis Procedure

Step-by-step guide for taking body composition measurements.

Weight Only Function

Weight Measurement Procedure

Steps to perform a weight-only measurement.

Explanation of the Print Out

Body Fat Ranges

Reference ranges for body fat percentage based on age and gender.

BMI Guidelines

Health classifications based on Body Mass Index (BMI).

Clearing Paper Jams

Printer Unit Components

Identification of parts within the printer unit.

Jam Clearing Steps

Detailed steps to remove jammed paper from the printer.

Troubleshooting

Problem List and Solutions

Common issues and their resolutions for the analyzer.

RS-232C Interface Instructions

Connecting the analyzer to external devices via RS-232C.

Transmission Data

Data Output Format

Structure and content of data transmitted via RS-232C.

Data Transmission Items

List of data fields available for transmission.

Remote Mode Operation

Switching to Remote Mode

Steps to enable and disable remote mode.

Control Commands

List of commands to control the analyzer from a host.

Error Codes

Meaning of error codes sent to the host system.

Example of Use

Remote Operation Guide

Step-by-step guide for remote operation and parameter setting.

Measurement Start and Finish

Starting and During Measurement

Steps for starting measurement and handling during operation.

Measurement Completion and Resetting

Procedures after measurement, including clearing data and resetting.

Technical Notes

Reliability of Body Composition Measurements

Discussion on the accuracy and reliability of BIA measurements.

Principles of Body Composition Measurement

Explanation of the BIA method and its underlying principles.

Body Impedance Measurement Methods

Description of how impedance is measured for different body parts.

Causes of Impedance Errors

Intra-day Fluctuations

Analysis of daily variations in weight, impedance, and body fat percentage.

Inter-day Changes and BMR Formula

Inter-day Measurement Variations

Analysis of measurement changes over multiple days, including dehydration effects.

BMR Regression Formula Applicability

Explanation of Tanita's BMR formula and its comparison to older methods.

Product Specifications

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