Beurer GS 485 - Manual (Page 10)

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2. Signs and symbols
The following symbols appear in these instructions.
Warning Warning instruction indicating a risk of injury or damage to health.
Important Safety note indicating possible damage to the unit/accessory.
note Note on important information.
3. Safety notes
Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them acces-
sible to other users and observe the information they contain.
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• Do not stand on the outer edge to one side of the scale otherwise it may tip!
• Batteries are highly dangerous if swallowed. Keep batteries and scale out of reach of small chil-
dren. If batteries are swallowed, get medical help immediately.
• Keep children away from packaging materials (risk of suffocation).
• Caution! Do not step onto the scale with wet feet or when the scale’s surface is damp – danger of
slipping!
notes on handling batteries
• Replace weak batteries before they discharge completely.
• Batteries must not be recharged, taken apart, thrown into an open fire or short circuited.
• Leaking batteries may damage the device. If you do not intend to use the device for longer periods,
remove the batteries from the battery compartment.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to health and the environment. Always dispose of
batteries in accordance with applicable legal regulations.
• Do not dispose of batteries with the normal household waste.
• Do not throw batteries into fire. Explosion hazard!
General notes
• The unit is for personal use only and is not intended for medical or commercial applications.
• Note that technical tolerances mean that results may vary, because the scale is not calibrated for
professional medical use.
• The scale‘s maximum capacity is 180 kg (396 lb/28 st). The results for weight mass are displayed in
100 g increments (0.2 lb).
• The caloric requirements is specified in steps of 1 kcal.
• When supplied to the customer, the scale is set to weigh and measure in “kg” and “cm”. You can
change the unit settings during initial use of the app.
• Place the scale on a firm level floor; a firm floor covering is required for correct measurement.
• Protect the unit against hard knocks, moisture, dust, chemicals, major temperature fluctuations
and heat sources which are too close (stoves, heating radiators).
• Repairs may only be carried out by Beurer customer service or authorised dealers. Before submit-
ting any complaint, first check the batteries and replace them if necessary.
• We hereby guarantee that this product complies with the European R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
Please contact the specified service address to obtain further information, such as the CE Decla-
ration of Conformity.
Storage and maintenance
The accuracy of the measurements and service life of the device depend on its careful handling:
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• The unit should be cleaned occasionally. Do not use abrasive detergents and never immerse the
unit in water.
• Ensure that no liquid gets on the scale. Never dip the scale into water. Never wash it under run-
ning water.