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Body Analyser Scale with USB PC Data Tracking Instruction Manual and Guarantee please read this instruction manual before using the product for the first time 9138 WH3R...
MiBody is designed to make this possible. It is a comprehensive body analyser scale that will determine your weight, body fat, body water, BMI and BMR, giving you a more accurate reading of your overall health and fitness.
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Step 5: Software Installation www.mi-body.com Download the MiBody computer software from The MiBody computer software is compatible with Windows 2000, XP,Vista and 7. It is not compatible with Apple computers.To install the software follow this sequence: 1. Close all open programs.
To enable you to take weight & body analysis readings you first need to enter your personal data. Step 1: Determine Your Fitness Level We all know that physical activity is important for our overall health, and the Salter MiBody is designed to be customised to reflect your level of physical activity. Please select the description below that best describes your lifestyle at the present time.
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The scale can store up to 50 results.The bar chart icon on the scale display indicates the user memory status. To change to st, kg or lb follow ‘Weight Reading Only’ sequence above. Position the Salter MiBody on a flat level surface. 1. Press ON/SET button. 2. Select your user number using ▲ and ▼ buttons.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR RESULTS Body Fat - What does it mean? The human body is made up of, amongst other things, a percentage of fat.This is vital for a healthy, functioning body - it cushions joints and protects vital organs, helps regulate body temperature, stores vitamins and helps the body sustain itself when food is scarce.
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Body Water Chart*** ** Source: University of Illinois BF % RANGE OPTIMAL TBW % RANGE Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition. 4 to 14% 70 to 63% Body Fat Percentage Calculator. 15 to 21% 63 to 57% www.ag.uiuc.edu/~food-lab/ai/bfc.html 22 to 24% 57 to 55% *** Source: Derived from Wang &...
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What does my BMI value mean? Body Mass Index (BMI) is an index of weight-for-height that is commonly used to classify underweight, overweight and obesity in adults.This scale calculates your BMI value for you.The BMI categories shown in the chart and table below are recognised by the WHO (World Health Organisation) and can be used to interpret your BMI value.
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Your BMI category can be identified using the table below. BMI Category BMI Value Meaning Health Risk Based Solely On BMI < 18.5 Underweight Moderate 18.6-24.9 Normal 25-29.9 Overweight Moderate Obese High IMPORTANT: If the chart/table shows that you are outside of a ‘normal’ healthy weight range, consult your doctor before taking any action.
Note: Transfer all results to your computer before transferring new results to the USB memory stick. If you transfer new results to the USB memory stick any previous results on the USB memory stick will be overwritten. Note: Close the Salter MiBody software before attempting to remove the USB memory stick.
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VIEWING RESULTS ON YOUR COMPUTER Once results are saved to your computer you can view them at any time by simply opening the Salter MiBody software. 1. Open the MiBody PC software as above. 2. Your results will be displayed in a table.
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MANAGING YOUR RESULTS Backup and Restore Your results are automatically retained each time you close the Salter MiBody software. In addition we recommend you backup your results as an extra precaution. To backup your results click Backup on the log in screen and follow the on screen instructions.
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Print will be sent to the default printer. UNINSTALL SALTER MIBODY SOFTWARE Note: Your stored results will be lost when you uninstall the Salter MiBody software. If you intend to reinstall Salter MiBody we recommend that you backup your results first using the Backup feature.
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My friend has a Body Fat Analyser made by another manufacturer.When I used it I found that I got a different body fat reading to that on my Salter MiBody.Why is this? Different Body Fat Analysers take measurements around different parts of the body and use different mathematic algorithms to calculate the percentage of body fat.The best advice is to not make...
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GUARANTEE This product is intended for domestic use only. Salter will repair or replace the product, or any part of this product, (excluding batteries) free of charge if within 15 years of the date of purchase, it can be shown to have failed through defective workmanship or materials.This guarantee covers working...
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