5.Set Up
a Power Supply
AC Adapter Plug
1. Insert the AC adapter plug into the DC jack in the rear of the unit.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, never insert or remove the plug with wet hands.
CAUTION
Use only the Tanita AC adapter provided. Use of other AC adapters may cause smoke or fire.
NOTE: The AC adapter included with this product has a built-in converter and can handle either 110V or 220V systems.
a Leveling the Weighing Platform
If used on an uneven surface, feet may be adjusted to ensure a level and stable platform.
Red Circle
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6.Operating Instructions
The BF-350 can be used in two ways:
As a "stand alone" unit where data is entered on the platform keypad and displayed on the Display.
OR
Linked to a PC using Tanita's Software. This enables PC-based data entry and capture. (See P. 14)
OPERATING THE BF-350 AS A "STAND ALONE" UNIT
After setting up the unit (page 8), use the keypad located on the scale platform to enter data.
a Body Composition Analysis (Body Fat Mode)
ON
AC Adapter
OFF
or
or
or
NOTE: This unit is factory pre-set to always start up in Body Fat Mode.
1. Press the [ON/OFF] key to turn the unit on.
MALE
The entire display will flash for a few seconds, and then the "
WEIGHT
FEMALE
MODE
symbol will flash.
ATHLETIC
HEIGHT
BMI
FAT %
STEP ON
AGE
2. Gender and Body Type Input
MALE
Select the appropriate Gender and Body Type icon by using the (ARROW KEYS).
WEIGHT
FEMALE
MODE
Press the SET key to confirm selection.
: Standard Male.
ATHLETIC
HEIGHT
: Standard Female.
BMI
FAT %
STEP ON
: Male Athlete.
AGE
: Female Athlete.
CAUTION
*The following individuals should use Athlete Mode:
©Individuals over the age of 16 who exercise at least 10 hours a week,
consistently for a period of at least 6 months.
©Individuals who have a resting heart rate of approximately 60 beats per
minute or less.
©This mode includes people who have been very fit for years but currently
exercise less than 10 hours per week.
* For more information regarding Athlete Mode, please see the Technical
Notes.
3. Age Input
MALE
Press and hold ( ▲▼ ) to scroll up or down to the desired age.
WEIGHT
FEMALE
Press SET to confirm the selection.
MODE
ATHLETIC
HEIGHT
FAT %
BMI
STEP ON
AGE
4. Height Input
* Press the kg./lb. key at this time to change measurement settings.
MALE
Press and hold ( ▲▼ ) to scroll up or down to the desired height.
WEIGHT
FEMALE
Press SET to confirm the selection.
MODE
cm
ATHLETIC
HEIGHT
CAUTION
BMI
FAT %
STEP ON
AGE
If a mistake is made during data entry, simply turn the unit off, and return
to Step 1.
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