Omron HBF-400 Instruction Manual - Page 6

USEFUL INFORMATION The reason calculated results may differ from actual body fat percentage There are certain conditions, such as with dialysis patients, when significant differences may occur between the estimated and actual body fat values. These differences may be related to changing ratios of body fluid and/or body composition. NOTE: The body fat percentage measured by this unit may significantly differ from the actual body fat percentage in the following situations: • Children in growth stage • Elderly people • People with a fever • Body builders or highly trained athletes • Patients undergoing dialysis • Patients with osteoporosis who have very low bone density • Women who are pregnant • Post-menopausal women • People having swelling Recommended Measurement Times Understanding the normal changes in your body fat percentage can help you in preventing or reducing obesity. Being aware of the times when the body fat percentages shift within your own daily schedule will assist you in obtaining an accurate trending of your body fat. It is recommended to use this unit in the same environment and daily circumstances. (See chart) Daily activities Waking up Recommended time Breakfast 2 hours After waking up Recommended time Lunch 2 hours Recommended time Taking a bath or eating dinner 2 hours Recommended time Going to bed 6 Before lunch and about 2 hours or more after breakfast In the afternoon about 2 hours or more after lunch and before taking a bath or eating dinner Avoid measurement immediately after eating or bathing. Before going to bed and about 2 hours or more after dinner