Electronic scales allow you to track any changes in weight and guarantee maximum measurement accuracy. In order to receive reliable data about your body, you should correctly configure this device and follow the recommendations for its use.
Floor Scale Setting Process
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- Floor Scale Setting Process
- Checking electronic scales for accuracy
- How to use floor scales correctly
Before you start setting up a new electronic scale, you will need to install a battery in it and make sure that the device is working properly.
The balance setup process includes the following main steps:
- Place the device on a flat, flat surface in a horizontal position. Hard with a smooth texture works best. Carpets, soft surfaces, uneven tiles, protruding parts can significantly increase the measurement error.
- Turn on the scale. This can be done using a dedicated button or by touching the touch surface with your foot. After that, the display will show a zero reading - this means that the device is ready for measurements. Some models are included directly when weighing. You can clarify the method of inclusion in the technical passport of the device.
- Stand on a surface with your feet parallel to each other. This is necessary for correct weight distribution and accurate readings. Typically, the sensors are located on either side of the center of the instrument.
IMPORTANT! The stability of the device at the first start-up determines the correctness of its subsequent operation.
Most models are automatically configured on first launch, for devices with additional functionality (body mass index, the ratio of fat and muscle tissues, remembering the latest indicators and tracking changes), you should learn about the features of their setting in the instructions for the device.
Checking electronic scales for accuracy
Modern floor scales guarantee a small measurement error. The maximum allowable value of this indicator is no more than 0.4 kg. To check the error of a particular device, it is enough to carry out several weighings in a row and subtract the minimum from the maximum value obtained. If the error exceeds the permissible value, a malfunction in the operation of the sensors is possible.
ATTENTION! Electronic bathroom scales intended for human use should not be used to weigh items. Doing so may damage the device.
Some models of scales have a reset function. Usually the corresponding button is located at the bottom of the device. To press it, you need to carefully turn the product upside down.
If resetting the settings did not improve the accuracy of the readings, then it is worth taking the device for repair or purchasing a new product. When buying another product, you will need to pay attention to the quality of its assembly, reliability the manufacturer and the availability of positive reviews on the product so that the error of the new device has the smallest meaning. This will ensure a long service life and the reliability of the data received.
How to use floor scales correctly
After installing and adjusting the scales, it is important to follow the operating rules recommended by the manufacturer in the technical documentation. These include safety precautions, how to turn on and use the device, as well as care and cleaning procedures.
The device should be placed on a smooth, hard surface without bumps and holes. It is desirable that this be one permanent location where the data will have the smallest difference in measurement uncertainty.
Correct weighing is ensured under the following conditions:
- lack of unnecessary heavy clothing and additional accessories;
- straight upright posture with arms down;
- lack of unnecessary sudden movements;
- the arrangement of the legs is symmetrical on both sides of the surface.
To prolong the life of the device, handle it carefully. Ordinary electronic scales for a person can withstand a weight of up to 220 kg. Exceeding this limit will damage the mechanism. The structure of the appliance may also break as a result of shock or water ingress.
Pay attention to the integrity of the case and protect it from external influences of extraneous factors:
- temperature drops, high humidity;
- proximity of heating devices and batteries;
- prolonged exposure to direct sunlight;
- ingress of dust and other foreign matter.
Only use a damp or dry cloth to clean the surface of the balance. Do not wash the device under running water or using harsh products.
Subject to all the rules of storage and operation, the device will have a long service life and provide the most accurate measurements. The information obtained with the help of electronic floor scales will allow you to control any changes in the figure and maintain a healthy body.
