Tanita RD-901 User Manual

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ta RD-901 / RD-953 glass body composition monitor
General aspects before Troubleshooting the RD-901 / RD-953
** Scale should be placed on a stable base (tile / concrete / hard floor –> not carpet)
** Use new batteries, not rechargeable ones, preferably not from Duracell brand.
** For children (age 5-17), the unit will only display the weight, the body fat % and the BMI.
No further measurements for people under 18 years old.
TROUBLESHOOTING RD-901 / RD-953 (doesn’t connect with APP)
1-. C
heck if the scale is placed on a tile floor, not valid test with carpet feet.
2-. Double check if the scale has no visible damage (panel, touch bottoms, electrodes) please
continue the Troubleshooting
3-. Check the scale with the function “weight only”, if it works make a reading via “guest mode”
(In order to avoid conflicts with the profiles).
4-. Always place the platform at least 2 meters from the device.
( iPhone 4S, 5, 5S, 5C, 6 and 6 Plus, Ipad )
Do note that RD-901 is only compatible with IOS –not Android -
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Tanita RD-901 Specifications

General

Type	Electronic personal scale
Shape	Square
Accuracy	- g
Product color	White
Auto power off	No
Memory function	Yes
Number of users	4 user(s)
Units of measurement	kg, lb
Maximum weight capacity	200 kg
Battery type	AA
Number of batteries supported	4

Summary

General Aspects Before Troubleshooting

Stable Base Placement

Ensure the scale is placed on a stable, hard surface like tile or concrete for accurate measurements.

Battery Usage Recommendations

Use new, non-rechargeable batteries, preferably not Duracell brand, for optimal scale performance.

Children's Measurement Scope

For children aged 5-17, the unit displays only weight, body fat %, and BMI.

Troubleshooting App Connectivity

Floor Surface Compatibility

Verify the scale is on a tile floor; carpet is not a valid test surface.

Inspect for Physical Damage

Double-check the scale for any visible damage to the panel, touch buttons, or electrodes.

Utilize 'Weight Only' Mode

Test the scale with the "weight only" function and "guest mode" to avoid profile conflicts.

Maintain Device Distance

Place the scale at least 2 meters away from the paired device to ensure a stable connection.

Troubleshooting iOS App Connectivity

Update the Tanita App

Ensure the My Tanita Healthcare app for iPhone is updated to the latest version.

Restart Your Device

Restart your iPhone or iPad to resolve potential connectivity issues.

Navigate App Device Settings

Access "MORE" and then "Devices" in the app to manage paired scales.

Remove and Re-pair Scale

Delete previously paired scales/devices from the app and then re-establish the connection.

Scale Pairing and Synchronization

Re-add Scale After Reset

After clearing paired devices, add the scale again with the scale turned OFF.

Initiate Sync Process

When the app shows "SYNC", turn the scale OFF and press Button 0 for 3 seconds until "0000" appears.

Confirm Pairing

Once paired, the app will prompt to "STEP ON" to finalize the connection.

Multi-Device Functionality

After successful pairing, the scale can be used with two smartphones in parallel.