Body fat is not a clear indicator for health. Too high body weight and a too high body fat
proportion are linked to the incidence of many civilization diseases such as diabetes,
cardiovascular diseases, etc. Lack of movement and improper nutrition are often the
prime course for these diseases. There is an obvious direct relationship between
overweight and lack of movement.
A significant part of the human body consists of body water. This body water is
differently distributed throughout the whole body. Lean muscle tissue contains approx.
75% body water, blood approx. 83% body water, body fat approx. 25% body water and
bones have a water content of about 22%.
The average total body water percentage range for healthy men is between 50 – 65%.
The equivalent value for women is approximately 45 – 60% due to the higher body fat
content. About two third of the total body water is stored in the cells and is therefore
called intra cellular. The other third of the total body water is extra cellular body water.
For men is the normal range of body mass index between 20 and 25, for women 19 to
24. When people in the second half of life a body mass index to 26 is considered as still
normal.
Women
AGE
Body Fat
Body Water
slim
normal
slightly
overweight overweight
normal
10-16
<18%
18-28%
29-35%
>35%
57-67%
17-39
<20%
20-32%
33-38%
>38%
47-57%
40-55
<23%
23-35%
36-41%
>41%
42-52%
56-85
<24%
24-36%
37-42%
>42%
37-47%
Men
AGE
Body Fat
Body Water
slim
normal
slightly
overweight overweight
normal
10-16
<10%
10-18%
19-23%
>23%
58-72%
17-39
<12%
12-20%
21-25%
>25%
53-67%
40-55
<13%
13-21%
22-26%
>26%
47-61%
56-85
<14%
14-22%
23-27%
>27%
42-56%
There are no validated standards for muscle mass.
Due to menstrual cycle and hormonal changes women experience greater changes in
their hydration level. Retaining fluid may cause the weight to fluctuate day-to-day. This will
also affect the body fat percentage readings. If the hydration level is high, the body fat
percentage is slightly less – a less hydration level means the body fat percentage is slightly
higher. There is no healthy risk for pregnancy. The body analyzer is absolute safe for the
mother and her unborn baby. However, due to the changes in water content in the
mother’s body, the readings should not be interpreted as completely accurate.
ADE Germany takes no responsibility for any damages or losses caused by the use of this
body analyzer scale or for Third Party claims. This product is exclusive intended for private
use. This product is not designed for commercial or professional use in hospitals or other
medical facilities.
3. Commissioning
Safety guidelines: The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless a person responsible for their safety has given them supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
Not suitable for persons with electronic implants (heart
pacemaker, etc.).
Place the scale on a plane and firm surface (tiles,
hardwood flooring, etc.) to avoid a wrong measurement on
carpeted floor
Attention - Hazard of slips! Do not stand on the scale with
wet feet or on a slippery surface of the weighing platform.
Please care that no heavy object may fall on the scale. The
glass surface is breakable.
Clean the scale only by using a slightly damp cloth. Do not
use solvents or abrasive cleaning agents. Do not submerge
the scale under water.
Preparation:
Open the lid of the battery compartment on the bottom of the scales and remove the
battery safety strip. Please observe the correct polarity of the batteries (+/-).
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