Thank you for purchasing a Bowex® Scale. Please read this instruction
manual carefully before use. Keep these instructions handy for future
reference.
Digital Scale
Instruction Manual
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Scale Features
Your scale has body mass index (BMI), Daily Recommended Calories, and
Goal Weight Tracking features. It also functions as a basic weight-only
scale.
● BMI
Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated from a person’s weight and height,
and is a widely accepted measurement of weight by most. (See BMI
chart.)
● Daily Recommended Calories
This scale uses your age, height, gender and an activity level setting to
calculate the estimated number of calories (Kcal) you can consume a
day to maintain your present weight.
This estimation may gradually help you with a weight loss, gain or
maintenance plan.
● Goal Weight Tracking
Your scale is equipped with Goal Weight Tracking software that
computes the difference between your goal and actual weights. Up
to eight individuals may enter their goal weight into a personal user
memory. You may then track your progress by viewing the difference
between your current weight and your goal weight.
Battery Installation
1. Use 4 AAA batteries (included. Remove any plastic wrap from the
batteries before proceeding). Always replace all batteries at the same
time; do not combine old and new batteries.
2. Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the scale.
3. Place the batteries into the battery compartment according to the “+”
and “-“ polarity symbols in the compartment.
4. Replace the battery compartment cover.
5. Replace all the batteries if “LO” appears on the screen or if readings
grow dim or irregular.
General Operation & Weight Only Use
Your BMI/Goal Weight Tracking scale will operate as a basic weight-
reading scale. No special programming steps are required.
1. This scale operates on 4 “AAA” batteries, which are included.
Please see “Battery Installation” section of this manual for installation
instructions. Also, some models have a static cling label on the lens to
prevent scratching. Please remove before use.
2. Your scale has been set at the factory to read weight in pounds.
You may select kilogram units of measurement or stone units of
measurement (14 pounds = 1 stone) by pressing the “kg/lb/st” button on
the bottom of the scale.
3. Place scale on at, hard surface. Carpeted or uneven oors may affect
accuracy.
4. Step on the scale (disregarding the reading) and step off. This process
insures the scale is set and is now ready for use. At all other times step
straight onto the scale.
5. Step onto the scale platform and remain still. The display will count up to
your weight. The display will ash three times when the weight is locked.
Your weight is now displayed.
6. The scale will turn off automatically after approximately 10 seconds.
Save Personal Data & Goal Weight into Memory
The scale will calculate your body mass index (BMI) and estimate your
daily calorie intake to maintain your current weight. These readings are
based on your gender, height, age, activity level and weight. You must
rst save this data into one of the scale’s memory numbers. You may also
save a goal weight into memory to help track your weight loss goals. Your
data will be stored into memory for future use, thus eliminating the need
to enter it before each reading.
1. While the scale is off, press the “¤” (On) button. The scale will turn on
and display a memory number (P1-P8).
2. Press “▲” or “▼” until the memory number you wish to use appears.
Press “¤” to select the memory number.
3. Press “▲” or “▼”to toggle between male and female icons. Press “¤” to
select. The height digits blink.
4. Press “▲” or “▼” to change the height. Press “¤” to select. The age
digits blink.
Scale shows zero. Step on scale. Weight displays.
Scale turns off.
5. Press “▲” or “▼” to change the age. Press “¤” to select. An activity
level blinks.
6. Press “▲” or “▼” to change the activity level. Press “¤” to select. “Goal
Weight” appears on screen.
Select your Activity Level according to the following guidelines.
AC-1 Sedentary / very inactive
AC-2 Limited Activity
AC-3 Moderate
AC-4 Moderately active lifestyle
AC-5 Very active, rarely stationary
7. Press “▲” or “▼”to change the goal weight setting. Press “¤” to select.
8. Allow the scale to turn off automatically. Your personal data and goal
weight are saved into memory.
To Get Readings
After storing your personal data and goal weight into memory, you may
use the scale to get your readings. The scale will calculate your body mass
index (BMI), estimate your daily recommended calories to maintain your
present weight, and show the difference between your current weight
and your goal weight.
1. Program your personal data and goal weight as described in the
previous section “To Save Personal Data and Goal Weight into
Memory”.
2. While the scale is off, press the “¤” (On) button. Press “▲” or “▼” until
your memory number ashes (P1-P8). The scale will show zero.
3. Step on the scale platform when the display shows zero and remain
still. The upper part of the display will count up to your weight and
ash three times when the weight is locked. Your current weight is now
displayed.
Select memory
number.
Select gender. Select height.
Select age.
Select activity
level.
Select goal
weight.
4. Stay on the scale. Your current weight will continue to show on the
upper part of the display. After a few seconds, your readings will appear
in the bottom part of the display as follows:
A) BMI
B) Calorie estimate (Kcal)
C) Difference between current weight and goal weight.
● An up arrow (“↑”) number indicates how much you are over
your goal weight.
● A down arrow (“↓”) indicates how much you are under your
goal weight.
5. The scale shows zero and turns off automatically.
Note: You may change your personal data and Goal Weight. Simply
repeat steps above and change programming as desired.
Press“¤”. Memory
number blinks. Press
“▲”/“▼” to change.
Scale shows zero. Step on scale. Weight displays.
Weight & BMI
display.
Weight & Calorie
display.
Weight & Difference
from Goal display.
Scale turns off.
To Recall Previous Results
You may recall up to your 4 last weighing results.
1. Press “¤” (On) button to turn the scale on.
2. Press “▲” or “▼” until your memory number ashes (P1-P8).
3. When zero appears, press and hold the “kg/st/lb” button on the bottom
of the scale for 3 seconds to enter Recall mode.
4. Memory 1 (“M1”) results appear in order: BMI, Kcal, and Goal Weight
Difference.
5. While the scale is still on, press “▲” or “▼” to view Memories 2, 3 and 4.
(Note: if there are no readings in memory, the scale will show dashes.)
6. The scale will turn off automatically, or press “¤” to turn the scale off
manually.
Press“¤”. Memory
number blinks. Press
“▲”/“▼” to change.
Scale shows zero.
Press & hold kg/st/lb
button under scale
Weight & BMI
display.
Weight & Calorie
display.
Weight & Difference
from Goal display.
Scale turns off.
To Clear Results
You may clear out weighing results and goal weight from memory.
1. Press “¤” (On) button to turn the scale on.
2. Press “▲” or “▼” until your memory number ashes (P1-P8).
3. When zeros appears, press and hold the “kg/st/lb” button on the bottom
of the scale for 3 seconds.
4. Press “▲” or “▼” at the same time and hold for 3 seconds. “RE:SET YES”
appears on screen.
5. Press “▲” or “▼” to toggle between “YES” and “NO”.
6. Press “¤” to select “YES” (clear memory) or “NO” (do not clear memory).
7. If “YES” is selected, the scale shows dashes and turns off automatically. If
“NO” is selected, the scale will turn off automatically without clearing the
memory.
Press“¤”. Memory number blinks.
Press “▲”/“▼” to change.
Press & hold kg/st/lb
button under scale
Scale turns off.
Press and hold “▲” & “▼” at the same time. Press
“▲” & “▼” to toggle between “YES” and “NO”.
Press “¤” to select “YES” or “NO”.
Dashes display when
memory is clear
Scale shows zero.
General Information
Why it is important to monitor your Body Mass Index (BMI):
Maintaining proper weight is essential to healthy living. Obesity has been
linked to a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes and some forms of
cancer. The Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated from a person’s weight
and height, and is a widely accepted measurement of weight by most.
Body Mass Index
Daily Recommended Calories Feature (Kcal)
This scale offers a Recommended Daily Calorie feature to help you
maintain your current weight.
This is the estimated daily calorie intake to maintain your current weight
at your present physical activity level. The current weight maintenance
calorie count appears on the LCD screen as “Kcal”.
This estimation may gradually help you with a weight loss, gain or
maintenance plan.
NOTE: Please use the illustrations as guide lines only. Due to continuous
product improvements, the illustrations shown in this manual may differ
slightly from the actual display.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS: Proper calorie intake and nutrition are important to
maintain a healthy body. Always consult a physician before undertaking
any exercise or diet program.
Measurements provided are not substitutes for physician assessments.
Always consult your physician to determine what is right for you. Always
consult your physician before beginning any diet or exercise program.
Warning Displays
1. Display Err: Instability error. Step off and back onto the scale, standing
still while your weight computes.
2. Display O-Ld: Overload Warning. The maximum weighing capacity
of the scale has been exceeded. Remove the weight immediately;
otherwise, permanent damage to the scale will occur.
3. Display Lo: Low Battery Indicator. The screen will display “LO” or
readings will grow dim or become irregular if the batteries need
replacement.
Trouble Shooting
In Case of Difculty...
1. When using the “kg/st/lb” button to recall or clear results, the selected
unit of measurement may change. To change the unit of measurement
for the next weighing, simply press the “kg/st/lb” button.
2. Place your feet in the same position every time you weigh yourself.
Stand still during measurement.
3. Weigh yourself without clothing whenever possible. Clothes can vary in
weight.
4. Move the scale to a location where it won’t be bumped. If your scale
is bumped while being activated or while in use, an inaccurate reading
may occur.
5. For the most consistent readings, weigh yourself at the same time of
day. Allow for weight uctuations due to food or drink in your system.
6. The maximum capacity of this scale is 350 lbs / 160 kgs / 25 st. Should
“O-Ld ” appear on the display during a weighing, this indicates that the
maximum weighing capacity of the scale has been exceeded. Remove
the weight immediately; otherwise, permanent damage may occur.
Five (5) Year Limited Warranty (valid in USA only)
This scale is warranted against defects in materials of workmanship
(excluding batteries) for ve (5) years of the original purchaser from date
of retail purchase. It does not cover damages or wear resulting from
accident, misuse, abuse, commercial use, or unauthorized adjustment
and/or repair. Do not return to retailer. Should this scale require service
(or replacement at our option) while under warranty, please pack the
item in the original packaging and return it prepaid, along with store
receipt showing date of purchase and a note explaining reason for return
to:
Taylor Precision Products
2220 Entrada Del Sol, Suite A
Las Cruces, New Mexico 88001 USA
There are no express warranties except as listed above. This warranty gives
you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state (warranty valid in USA only).
©2011 Taylor Precision Products and its afliated companies, all rights
reserved. Bowex® is a registered trademark of Nautilus, Inc. All rights
reserved.
Made to our exact specications in China.
Not legal for trade.
www.taylorusa.com
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Precautions
1. Clean exposed parts with a soft, slightly damp cloth. To remove stains,
use a mild soap. Never use detergents, excess water, treated cloths,
harsh cleaning agents, or sprays. Do not attempt to lubricate or open
scale casing as this will void your warranty.
2. Although your scale is designed to be maintenance-free, it contains
sensitive electronic parts. Avoid rough treatment. Do not drop, kick, or
jump on it. Treat it with care to ensure the best performance.
3. This scale is designed to read weights between 1 and 350 lbs / 1 and
160 kgs / 1 and 25 st. To prevent damage, do not place more than 350
lbs / 160 kgs / 25 st on it.
4. Do not store scale where you store cleaning chemicals. The vapors from
some household products may affect the electronic components of
your scale. Do not store scale on its side.
5. This scale is an extremely sensitive weighing device. In order to prevent
run down of the battery, do not store anything on the scale.
6. Do not dispose of batteries in re. Batteries may explode or leak. Do not
mix Alkaline, carbon-zinc (standard) or Nickel-Cadmium (rechargeable)
batteries. Remove the batteries if the scale will not be used for a long
period of time
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