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Important: The measurements are only an
indication of long term changes. You are not
replacing medical observation or consul
tation. For more detailed information on
the meaning of the body fat content,
body water content as well as bone mass
and muscle mass and the values ideal for
you, please consult your GP.
Tip:
- To obtain comparable measurements, weigh
yourself every day at the same time and
under the same conditions (recommended in
the mornings or three hours after a meal or
sport). The values fluctuate naturally by
approx. 5 % throughout the day.
- When stepping on the scales, ensure that
you touch as many contacts as possible.
- Very dry skin and/or very hard skin may
distort the result. The measurement results
will be more accurate if the soles of the feet
have good blood circulation or are damp.
However, please ensure that the soles of
the feet are not wet.
What does the measured value
reveal about the body water
content?
Water is vital for the body. Water content drops
with increasing age. An adult has an average
total water content of approx. 50-65 %.
The optimum total water content is essential
for your health and helps prevent illnesses.
What is the muscle mass?
This function indicates the calculated mass of
skeletal muscles (approximate value) in your
body. A human being has over 600 muscles.
The muscles play an important role (movement,
posture) and use energy. With increasing
muscle mass (increase in activity and sport),
more energy and calories are used and the
body fat content is reduced.
Average skeletal muscle mass (International
Commission on Radiological Protection, 1975):
- Women who
weigh 58 kg:
- Men who
weigh 70 kg:
What is bone mass?
This function indicates the calculated bone
mass (approximate value for bone mineral
content). The bone mass is dependent on
life style. Therefore, it is important to have
a healthy diet and to exercise regularly.
Ask a specialist for your ideal values.
Average bone mineral content
(Rico et al. 1993):
- Women between
17 and 28 years
of age:
- Men between
17 and 28 years
of age:
Note: For the following persons it may not be
possible to calculate the bone mass.
Please use these values as an approximation.
- Elderly people or adolescents
- Women during or after the menopause
- People who are receiving hormone therapy
- Women who are breast feeding
Cleaning the appliance
Never immerse the scales in water.
Do not use a steam cleaner.
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Wipe the scales with a damp cloth,
do not use scouring agents.
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Clean the measuring contacts with a little
alcohol.
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30 %
40 %
approx. 2.7 kg
2.7 3.5 kg
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