Evaluating Body Mass Index For Adults - Seca 899 Manual De Instrucciones Y Garantía

Evaluating Body Mass Index for adults:

Compare the value determined with the categories quoted below which correspond to
those used by WHO, 2000.
• BMI below 18.5:
Warning, this patient weighs too little. There could be a tendency to anorexia. An in-
crease in weight is recommended to improve well-being and performance. If in doubt,
consult a specialist.
• BMI between 18.5 and 24.9:
The patient is of a normal weight. He can stay as he his.
• BMI between 25 and 30 (pre-obese):
The patient is slightly to moderately overweight. He should cut his weight if he is al-
ready ill (e.g. diabetes, hypertension, gout, fat metabolism disorders).
• BMI over 30:
Weight reduction is essential. Metabolism, cardiovascular system and bones are all un-
der strain. A consistent diet, plenty of movement and behavioural training are all rec-
ommended. If in doubt, consult a specialist.
6. Cleaning
Clean the rubber surface and the housing as required using a domestic cleaning agent or
commercially-available disinfectant. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Under no circumstances use abrasive or acid cleaners, white spirit, benzene or the like for
cleaning. Such substances can damage the high-quality surfaces.
7. What do I do if...
... no weight display comes on?
– Is the scale switched on?
– Check the batteries.
– Is the plug contact for connecting the display to the scale correctly connected?
– Is the plug contact of the mains unit properly connected to the scale?
0. 0
... does not appear before weighing?
– Switch off the scale with the Start key and start the scale again – there must not be
any load on the scale – and only its feet should be in contact with the floor.
... one segment is illuminated constantly or not at all?
– The relevant segment has a fault. Inform Servicing.
... the display shows
– Battery voltage is running low. Change the batteries in the next few days.
batt
... appears in the display?
– Batteries are empty. Put in new batteries.
Model 899
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23
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