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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BODY FAT SCALE
MD 10928
Email and Web Support at www.medionusa.com
Toll Free Customer Care: 1-866-633-4660
Item # 5149
Two Year Limited Warranty
Toll Free Customer Care: 1-866-633-4660
12/06
MSN 5002 1761
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Keep battery operated equipment out of reach of children . . . . .4
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Measuring body fat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Never undertake your own repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Cleaning the device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Notes on Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Body fat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Body water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Varying measuring result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
How it works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Overview of the scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Inserting batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Messages in the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Measuring weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Entering personal data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Measuring weight, body fat and body water . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Compliance with FCC Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Medion Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Keep battery operated equipment out of reach of children
The device is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
The device is battery-operated. Batteries may endanger life if swallo-
wed. For these reasons, keep the device out of reach of children. If a
battery is swallowed, please obtain immediate medical assistance.
General information
Place the scale on a flat surface. Do not place the scale on a carpe-
ted surface. Do not use this scale on slippery surfaces such as a wet
floor.
Do not store the scale in a vertical position.
Do not put weights on the scale unless you are measuring them and
do not store items on it.
Protect the scale from moisture - do not expose to extreme humidity.
Do no step or stand on the scale when your feet or body is wet.
Stand in the center of the weighing area. Your feet must be placed
on the metal measuring points for the scale to measure body fat and
water.
Do not step on the edge of the scale.
Do not use the scale when the unit or glass surface is damaged.
About these instructions:
Read these instructions carefully before using the scale. Note the
warnings on the device and in the operating instructions.
Always keep the operating instructions close at hand. If you sell or
pass on the product, make sure to include this manual with the unit.
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AFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Batteries
Never try to recharge normal batteries. There is a risk of an explosion!
Store batteries in a cool, dry location. Direct heat can damage the
batteries; therefore, never expose them to sources of heat (e.g. ra-
diators) or direct sunlight.
Never short-circuit the batteries.
Never throw batteries into a fire.
If the scale is not going to be used for long periods, remove the bat-
teries.
Immediately remove leaking batteries from the unit. Clean the con-
tacts before inserting new batteries. There is a risk of corrosion due
to battery acid!
Measuring body fat
The following persons should not apply the body fat measuring
function of the scale:
pregnant women;
persons with implanted medical equipment, such as a pacemaker;
this device passes a low-level electrical signal through the body
which may interfere with the operation of a pacemaker;
persons with a high fever;
persons with swollen feet/legs or edemas;
particularly hydrated or de-hydrated persons.
The body fat measuring function is not designed for children under six.
Never undertake your own repairs
Never try to open and/or repair the unit yourself. If there is a defect
contact our Service Center.
Cleaning the device
To clean the unit, only use a moistened, soft cloth. Use mild soap
solutions or commercial glass cleaners. Avoid the use of chemical
solutions and cleaning products because these may damage the
device’s surface or markings.
Always dry the scale off completely. There is a risk of slipping!
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NOTES ON MEASUREMENTS
Body fat
A certain amount of body fat is essential for a healthy body.
A thin person can have too high of a percentage of body fat, and an
overweight person might be particularly muscular and have a healthy
amount of body fat.
The normal body fat level varies with age and, in particular, gender.
The normal value for women is around 10% higher than for men. With
increasing age the body breaks down muscle mass and this increases
the body fat level.
These percentages are given only as a basic guideline. Please consult
your doctor to determine the ideal body fat range for you.
Percentage ratio of body fat to total weight:
FEMALE
Age Body fat Body water Calorie (kcal) demand/day
underweight normal overweight obese normal suggestion
6 - 12 < 7 7-19 19-25 > 25 > 58 1050-2300
13-19 < 20 20-31 31-37 > 37 >56 1125-2700
20-39 < 21 21-32 32-38 > 38 >54
40-59 < 23 23-34 34-40 > 40 >53
60-79 < 25 25-36 36-42 > 42 >52
Athlete 12-25 >56 2100-4200
MALE
Age Body fat Body water Calorie (kcal) demand/day
underweight normal overweight obese normal suggestion
6-12 < 7 7-18 18-25 > 25 >60 1175-2800
13-19 < 8 8-19 19-25 > 25 >58 1450-3300
20-39 < 9 9-20 20-26 > 26 >56
40-59 < 11 11-22 22-28 > 28 >55
60-79 < 13 13-24 24-30 > 30 >54
Athlete 3-15 >60 2500-5000
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OTES ON MEASUREMENTS
Body water
The body of an adult person consists of 60 % water. As age increases
the water ratio falls by around 10 %. Men have a higher water per-
centage than women, as women have a higher percentage of body
fat. In general, athletes have 5 % more body water. The correct ratio
of water is essential for the complete metabolic process, for healthy
skin and to eliminate harmful substances (via sweat and urine).
A 5 % loss of water can reduce body energy by 20-30 %. Drink at
least 8 cups of liquid every day.
Normal percentage of body water:
Varying measuring result
The measuring results may vary slightly depending on a large number
of circumstances. Such factors are:
Measuring after having a meal or a drink
Measuring after taking a bath
Measuring during menstruation
Measuring after excessive exercise or sports
The following factors may lead to abnormal measuring results:
Osteoporosis
Dialysis treatment
Cardiovascular medicine
Dry skin under the feet
Intensive sports training of more than 10 hours per week and a
resting pulse rate of below 60/min
Under the age of 17
Achieving reliable measuring results
I
n order to achieve reliable measuring results over a longer period of
time, we strongly recommend creating reliable measuring conditions.
Best to take the measurements in the morning after getting up. This will
give you comparable results which can show you a tendency.
FEMALE MALE
Child 58-70 60-73
Adult 42-61 46-66
Athlete 56-71 60-73
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OPERATION
Overview of the scale
How it works
The body fat scale MD 10928 displays the percentage of body fat and body
water in relation to the total body weight.
The electrodes under the standing platform send out a mild, safe electrical
current to measure the electrical resistance of the body. Lean muscle has a
lower resistance than fat and this can be correlated with body weight. The built-
in computer uses this information along with your gender, height, and age to
compute the percentage of body fat.
The scale has up to 12 memory slots, allowing it to be used by everyone in the
family without entering personal data every time.
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PERATION
Inserting batteries
The scale requires 4 1.5V AAA batteries (included).
` Open the battery compartment on the rear of the scale.
` Insert the 4 AAA batteries. Observe the polarity as shown by the
diagram in the compartment.
` Close the battery compartment.
If the screen shows "LO" or the display's intensity lightens, the batteries
must be replaced.
Please note
: After inserting the batteries, the scale will automatically
switch itself on. While the device is being handled, it will weigh its own
weight. 5.00 lb will show in the display.
If this is the case, place the device on the floor in a stable position, then
press and hold the ON/OFF button for approximately 3 seconds to
switch the scale off before switching it on again.
Messages in the display
Below is a list of all the messages the screen displays:
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Measuring weight
If the scale does not register weight within 10 seconds it switches itself
off automatically.
` Press
ON/OFF. The screen displays the most recently selected me-
mory location (age, height, user mode); the pre-programmed num-
ber "1-12" flashes.
` Within 10 seconds, press
ON/OFF again (after 10 seconds the
scale will switch itself off).
If you do not press
ON/OFF again and stand on the scale, the scale
will also try to measure the body fat and water. The display shows
"HI ----".
` Wait until the display shows "0.0".
` Stand in the center of the scale. After a few seconds the screen in-
dicates your weight in lb.
` To switch the scale off, press and hold ON/OFF for approximately
3 seconds.
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PERATION
Entering personal data
The scale interprets your body fat and water values on the basis of your
personal data. Therefore you have to enter your personal data before
measuring your body fat and water mass. 12 memory spaces are pro-
vided for this.
Enter your personal data as follows:
The scale will turn off automatically if you do not press any button wi-
thin 30 seconds while setting the personal data.
` Press
ON/OFF. Press ON/OFF. The screen displays the most recently
selected memory location (age, height, user mode); the pre-pro-
grammed number "1-12" flashes.
` While "1-12" is flashing, press the
UP or DOWN button to select the
desired memory space.
` Confirm by pressing
SET.
The display now moves to the symbols for "male" and "female".
` Use the
UP or DOWN buttons to select the sex and confirm by pres-
sing
SET.
The display then switches to height.
` Use the
UP or DOWN buttons to select the height and confirm by
pressing
SET.
The display now switches to age.
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` Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select the desired age and confirm
by pressing
SET.
Display of all personal data
After you entered your personal data,
the selected pre-programmed number
("1-12") flashes four times, the personal
data is shown and the scale turns into
measuring mode ("0.0 lb“ is displayed).
If you selected an age of 12 or below,
the screen shows the child symbol in ad-
dition to the other personal data.
Selecting the athlete mode
If the age for the selected memory space is set between 15 and 50,
you can select the athlete mode. See the box at the bottom of this page
for a description of the athlete mode.
` In the measuring mode (when the display shows all the personal
data), before you step on the scale, press the
UP button. The athlete
symbol appears in the display.
Athlete mode
Your scale has a separate setting for very fit athletes or muscular individuals.
As muscle cells have a similar bio-electric resistance to fat cells the scale could
interpret muscles as fat. This problem only occurs if the muscle mass is large;
if a person has a normal range of muscles the scale does not measure this as
fat.
The athlete mode prevents this incorrect interpretation. In this mode the actual
body fat values are measured using a different mathematical formula.
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PERATION
Measuring weight, body fat and body water
Important notes on correct measurement
To measure body fat and water you have to stand barefoot on the
square measuring points on the scale where the electrodes are loca-
ted. Your feet must be dry and not moist.
Stand on the scale with straight legs and without bending your knees;
ensure that your knees do not touch each other.
Measuring
` Press ON/OFF. The display shows the most recently selected me-
mory space; the pre-programmed number "1-12" flashes for a few
seconds.
` If necessary, select the desired memory space with the
UP or DOWN
buttons while "1-12" is flashing.
When the pre-programmed number stops flashing, the scale goes
into measuring mode.
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` Within 10 seconds, stand on the scale.
1. At this point you can also set the athlete mode (refer to “Selecting the athlete
mode” on page 12).
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The following is displayed on the screen in quick succession:
Weight
Body fat and water measured
Percentage of body fat
Percentage of body water
Then the scale turns off automatically.
ERROR MESSAGES
The maximum weight (396 lb) has been
exceeded.
The batteries are low and should be chan-
ged.
Error in measuring the body fat percen-
tage. Ensure that you are barefoot and
standing securely.
Error in measuring the weight (overtime).
The scale could not measure the weight
within 20 seconds. Repeat the measure-
ment and ensure that you stand securely.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Batteries: 4 AAA batteries, 1.5 V
Max. weight: 396 lb
Measurable fat ratio: 3 – 50 %
Measurable water ratio: 25 – 75 %
Age range: 6 – 100 years
Height range: 2’07.5“ – 7’02.7“
Operational temperature: 10 – 35 °C
Subject to technical changes.
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COMPLIANCE WITH FCC RULES
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gene-
rates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
MEDION LIMITED WARRANTY
MEDION warrants to our customers that the Crofton® Body Fat Scale,
Item Number 5149, is free from defects in materials and workmanship
as follows: for a period of two (2) years from the date of original
purchase, defective parts or a defective product returned to a ME-
DION repair facility or a MEDION Authorized Service Center ("ASC")
for such product, as applicable, and proven to be defective upon in-
spection, will be exchanged for new or comparable rebuilt parts, or a
refurbished product, as determined by the MEDION repair facility or
the ASC.
Limited warranty repair or replacement shall not extend the original li-
mited warranty period of the defective product. This limited warranty
does not cover any supplies or accessories.
EXCLUSIONS: this limited warranty does not apply, and you will have
no remedy hereunder with respect to (a) products that have been mo-
dified, opened, repaired or otherwise altered, except by MEDION or
an ASC, (b) products that have been damaged or destroyed after de-
livery to the customer, (c) any third party software, interfaces, parts,
supplies, peripherals or other products or any defects resulting from
use of the product in connection with such third party products,
(d) defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance, cali-
bration or site preparation, (e) defects resulting from any misuse, ab-
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EDION LIMITED WARRANTY
use, accident, neglect, negligence or any use other than in accordance
with the handling or operating instructions provided by MEDION,
(f) defects resulting from exposure to unusual physical or electrical
stress or from any operation other than in accordance with the pu-
blished environmental specifications for the product.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, THE ABOVE
WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND NO OTHER WARRANTY OR
CONDITION, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, IS EXPRESSED OR IM-
PLIED AND MEDION SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTA-
BILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NO IMPLIED
WARRANTY APPLIES TO THE PRODUCT AFTER THE APPLICABLE PE-
RIOD OF THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY STATED ABOVE. Some
countries, states or provinces do not allow exclusions or limitations on
the duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation or exclu-
sion might not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific
legal rights and you might also have other rights that vary from country
to country, state to state, or province to province.
MEDION´s limited warranty is valid in any country or locality where
MEDION has a support presence for this product and where MEDION
has marketed this product. The level of warranty service you receive
may vary according to local standards. MEDION will not alter form,
fit or function of the product to make it operate in a country for which
it was never intended to function.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, THE REMEDIES
IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ARE YOUR SOLE AND EX-
CLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT
WILL MEDION OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR
FOR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLU-
DING LOST PROFIT OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BA-
SED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. IN NO EVENT SHALL
RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST MEDION BE GREATER IN
AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY
MEDION WHICH CAUSED THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMI-
TING THE FOREGOING, YOU ASSUME ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR
LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND TO
OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE OR MISUSE
OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY
THE NEGLIGENCE OF MEDION. Some countries, states or provinces
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you
.
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MEDION LIMITED WARRANTY
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THE WARRANTY TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS STATEMENT, EXCEPT
AS LAWFULLY PERMITTED, DO NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT OR MO-
DIFY AND ARE IN ADDITION TO THE MANDATORY STATUTORY
RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT TO YOU.
Please note the following:
Be sure to keep your purchase receipt in a safe place. MEDION, at its
option, may require a copy of the receipt to validate the warranty pe-
riod effective date (i.e. date of purchase). Warranty liability only app-
lies to material or factory faults. It does not apply to damage due to
breakage, for example, a crack in the housing. Our service includes
unit exchange or send-in repair:
Unit Exchange
In locations where Unit Exchange is available, MEDION will send you
a replacement product. You must return the defective product to
MEDION (using the shipping carton that the new one came in.)
Send-In Repairs
In locations where Send-In Repair Service is available, repair service
can be obtained by shipping your product to the MEDION Repair Cen-
ter. The product will be repaired and returned to you.
For either Unit Exchange or Send-In Repairs, you must have an autho-
rized RMA number from MEDION support before shipping your defec-
tive product.
Replacement products may be either new or equivalent in performance
to new. MEDION replacement or repaired products may contain rema-
nufactured parts equivalent to new in performance or may have been
subject to incidental use.
Out-of-Warranty Support
In addition to providing free technical support during the warranty pe-
riod, MEDION is also available to support your product after the war-
ranty period has ended. This out-of-warranty support will be provided
on a fee basis.
Toll Free Telephone Support at 1-866-633-4660
Available daily from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. (Central Standard Time)
excluding National holidays
Email and Web Support at www.medionusa.com
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