Omron SC-100 Instruction Manual - Page 4

Safety Information To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always be followed including the warnings and cautions listed in this instruction manual. SAFETY SYMBOLS USED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, CAUTION may result in minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or other property. OPERATING THE DEVICE Do not begin a weight reduction or exercise program without consulting your physician or healthcare provider first. Self-diagnosis could damage your health. Keep the scale out of the reach of young children. Read all of the information in the instruction manual and any other literature in the box before operating the unit. Persons with disabilities or persons who are physically frail should be assisted by another person when using this scale or use a handrail, a walker, or other support device to prevent falling when stepping on and off the scale. Do not step on the edge or the display area of the measurement platform. The scale may tilt and the display unit may be damaged. Do not step on the measurement platform when your body or feet are wet, for example after taking a bath or shower. You may slide and lose your balance. Do not place the scale on a cushioned floor surface such as a carpet or mat. A correct measurement may not be possible. Do not use the unit on slippery surfaces such as tile floors or wet floors. The scale may move. You may lose your balance and fall. Do not jump on the measurement platform. You may lose your balance and fall. The scale may be damaged. Only use the battery specified for this scale. Do not insert the battery with the polarities in the wrong direction. Do not expose the battery to flames or fire. 4