Beurer PS 45 - Manual (Page 8)

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4. Initial use
Changing the weight unit
In basic set-up, the scale displays values in kg. You can set the device to measure in kilograms (“kg”),
pounds (“lb”) and stones (“st”) using the switch on the back of the device.
Inserting the batteries (3 x 1.5 V AA Micro)
Please remove the battery insulating strips and/or position the batteries correctly with regards to the
polarity displayed in the battery compartment. If the scale fails to operate, remove the batteries com-
pletely and reinsert them.
Set time and date
The time can be changed by removing and reinserting the batteries or, if the scale is off, by holding the
SET button for 3 seconds.
To set the time, follow these steps: hour – minute.
The setting to be changed will flash each time.
• To change a setting, press the buttons and .
• To save the setting and move onto the next one, or to close the setting, press the SET button.
Note
• 24h display in kg mode
• 12h display in lb/st mode
Setting user data
The scale comes equipped with 10 locations for storing user data and space for more than 5 measure-
ment values per user. You and, for example, the members of your family can save and later access the
following personal settings in the storage locations:
User data Parameters
Memory position 1 to 10
Sex
male female
Body size 100 to 220 cm (39” to 87”)
Age 5 to 100 years
Press SET and select the desired memory space using the or buttons. Press SET to confirm.
Similarly, when entering data proceed as follows: use or buttons to select and use SET to confirm.
Note: Without entering this data, it is not possible to calculate the BMI.
Setting up the scale
Set up the scale on a level and solid surface. A solid surface is a prerequisite for a correct measurement.
5. Operation
a. Weighing only
Step onto the scale (Fig. 1). Stand still. The time and temperature
are displayed and the current weight is measured (Fig. 2). The
measurement is complete when the weight unit stops flashing.
The scale switches itself off after approx. 15 seconds.
Fig. 2
Fig. 1