Turn the unit on.
Select Child, Adult
or Athlete.
Store in memory.
Select Male
or Female.
Female
Male
Store in memory.
Specify Height.
Store in memory.
Confirmed data will flash for three seconds.
Select
“1, 2, 3 or 4.”
Store in memory.
ADULT
CHILD
ATHLETE
Setting and Storing Data in Memory
The BF-542 can be operated only if data has been preprogrammed into one of the four Personal
keys. Once programmed, tapping a Personal key turns the monitor on. The unit has an
automatic shut-down function. If you do not step on the platform after pressing a Personal
key, the unit will automatically shut off in about 30 seconds.
The BF-542 is intended for use by adults and children with moderately active to inactive
lifestyles and by adults with athletic body types. (See p.1 for Tanita’s definition of “athlete.”)
1. Turn on the Power
When programming data, use the Orange Set button to turn the unit on. The register
numbers (“1-2-3-4”) will appear and the display will flash.
2. Select a Personal Key
Use the Green Arrow buttons to select a Personal key, then press the Orange
Set button.
3. Select Adult, Child or Athlete
Use the Green Arrow buttons to specify Adult, Child or Athlete, then press the Orange
Set button.
Adult = age 18 or older.
Child = up to the age of 18, over 3 ft 4 in (102 cm).
Athlete = adult involved in intense physical activity of at least 10 hours per week and
who has a resting heart rate of approximately 60 beats per minute or less.
This includes “lifetime of fitness” individuals but excludes “enthusiastic
beginners.” (See p.1 for Tanita’s definition of “athlete.”)
4. Select Male or Female
Use the Green Arrow buttons to select Male or Female, then press the Orange Set button.
( ) Male ( ) Female
5. Specify the Height
Use the Green Arrow buttons to specify Height in feet and inches. Then press the Orange
Set button.
The display will flash all data (Child/Adult/Athlete, Male/Female and Height) for three
seconds to confirm the programming. The power will automatically turn off.
Getting Accurate Readings
To get the most accurate absolute values, readings should be taken without clothing and
under consistent conditions of hydration. If you do not undress, always remove your socks
or stockings, and be sure the soles of your feet are clean before stepping on the measuring
platform. Stand erect on the platform.
Note: An accurate reading will not be possible if the soles of your feet are not clean, or if your knees are
bent or you are in a sitting position.
It is best to take readings at the same time of day. Remember to wait about three hours after
rising, eating, or hard exercise before taking measurements. While readings taken under other
conditions may not have the same absolute values, they are accurate for determining the
percentage of change as long as the readings are taken in a consistent manner. To monitor
progress, compare weight and body fat percentage taken under the same conditions over a
period of time.
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