Beurer Ds 61 Nutritional Analysis Scale Instruction Manual

beurer DS 61 Nutritional Analysis Scale

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Instrument functions

This digital nutritional analysis scale can be used to weigh foods or to monitor nutrition. Weight is displayed in 1 g graduations. The scales are designed for private use. The following functions can thus be performed quickly and easily:

• measuring the weight of foodstuffs up to 5000 g (weighing mode),
• determining various nutritional values (protein content, fat content, cholesterol, carbohydrate content) of 950 foodstuffs,
• determining the energy value of 950 foodstuffs in kilocalories (kcal) or kilojoules (kJ),
• calculating the carbohydrate content in bread units (BE),
• storing foodstuffs that have been weighed over a specific period and displaying the totals (storage mode).
  Moreover, the nutritional analysis kitchen scale also includes the following additional functions:
• 50 individually allocable memory spaces for foods,
• Additional weighing function (tare function) for weighing foodstuffs directly one after the other in one bowl,
• Possibility to switch between grams and ounces,
• Automatic switch-off function after 180 seconds,
• Automatic warning function when the upper weighing range limit of 5000 g is exceeded,
• Change battery‘ display when batteries are low.

Included in delivery

Check that the device packaging has not been tampered with and make sure that all contents are pre-sent. Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to the device or accessories and that all packaging material has been removed. If you have any doubts, do not use the device and contact your retailer or the specified Customer Services address.

• Diet kitchen scales
• 3 x AAA batteries
• These instructions for use

Signs and symbol

Warnings and safety notes

Keep these instructions carefully and also make them accessible to other users.

WARNING

• Please note that you must not take any medication (e.g. administration of insulin) based solely on the nutritional information of the nutritional analysis scale. Check the nutritional information against a second source before administering medication (e.g. literature on the subject, nutritional courses). A plausibility check is particularly important in view of possible operating errors (e.g. typing errors when entering information) as well as possible deviations of nutritional food values from the approximate values stored in the nutritional analysis scale. In serious cases, this could lead to errors in administering medication, for which we cannot assume liability.

IMPORTANT

• The values stored in the scale for finished products and mixtures (e.g. Black Forest gateau) may be subject to relatively great deviations depending on the manufacturer or preparation. With finished products, we therefore recommend comparing the values with the information given by the manufacturer on the packaging and, with mixtures, we recommend calculating the nutritional value by addition of the separate ingredients.
• The stored nutritional values for the individual food items are programmed into the scale in good faith and in accordance with the applicable data at the time of printing the instructions for use.
  If foods have no information (display: ), do not add these to the sum function. The end result could be incorrect.
• The scale is not intended to be used to weigh medication or unauthorized substances.
• The product is for private use only and is not intended for medical or commercial use.

Batteries

• Batteries can be fatal if swallowed. You should store the batteries where they are inaccessible to small children. If a battery has been swallowed, medical assistance must be obtained immediately.
• Never throw batteries into the fire. The danger of explosion!
• Batteries should not be charged or reactivated with any other means, nor should they be taken apart or shortcircuited.
• Remove the batteries if the instrument is not going to be used for a longer period. This prevents any damage as a result of leakage.

Repair

• Never open or repair the instrument, otherwise perfect functioning is no longer guaranteed. If these instructions are not heeded, the warranty becomes null and void.
• In the event of repairs, please contact customer service or an authorized dealer.

Device description

Nutritional analysis scale

1. On/off button
2.  M+ To store measurement
3. MR To display sum values
4. MC To clear memory
5. Switch to change the weight units (g/oz) unit
6. Tare button tara
7. Display
   1. Kilocalories display
   2.  Kilojoules display
   3. Displaying the carbohydrate content
   4. Displaying the cholesterol content
   5. Fat content display
   6. Displaying the code
   7. Weight display
   8. Displaying the number of memory spaces
   9. Protein content display
   10. Bread units display
8. Digital buttons 0 – 9 for entering the foodstuffs code
9. Battery compartment (back)

Initial use

Changing the weight unit
The scales can display values in the weight units g (grams) or oz (ounces). The default setting is in grams. You can adjust the unit using the unit button.

Positioning scales
Place the scales on a firm, even surface. A firm base is essential to correct measurement.

Usage

Weighing
Switching on scales
The display shows the weight of the item to be weighed. Press the button.

Weighing additional items (tare)
To weigh additional quantities you can reset the scales to 0 g.

➔ To do this, press tara. Entering the foodstuffs code
➔ From the food list (page 20 onwards), find the 3- digit code for the material you want to weigh and enter this number using the digit buttons.

If you have entered the wrong number, fill in the code with any numbers up to three digits. Then reenter the code again. The display now shows all nutritional and energy values. Please note that, due to natural fluctuations in the nutritional and energy values of foodstuffs only approximate data is possible.

Switching off scales
The scales switch off automatically 180 seconds after the last weighing change. Press the button to switch it off manually.

Saving weighed items

You can save the weight, nutritional and energy val-ues of the foodstuff currently being measured. The scales automatically add up the values of each meas-urement stored. You can view the total weight, total nutritional values and total energy values at any time. The saved data is retained even if the scales are switched on and off or if the battery is changed.

Saving the first measurement

You have previously done a measurement and entered the foodstuffs code.
Press the memory button M+.

The display shows the summation symbol ΣM, the memory space (e.g. 01), and the total weight.

Saving other measurements
Substitute the item to be weighed and repeat step 1.

Displaying added measured values
To retrieve the saved values, e.g. on a daily basis:
Press the memory button MR.
The display shows the summation symbol ΣM, the number of memory spaces (e.g. 02), and the total stored weight as well as the total nutritional and energy values.

Clear memory
Clear the memory regularly, e.g. on a daily basis.
Press the memory button MC.
The symbol M clears. The memory has been cleared.

Programming your own food codes

The appliance has stored nutritional and energy values for 950 foods (memory locations 000 – 949). You can program a further 50 memory locations
(950 – 999) with your own types of food and enter these in the blank lines of the table in the section on “Food codes”. For this purpose, you have to know the nutritional and energy values of these foods.
Note
The nutritional and energy values to be entered relating to a weight of 100 g of the specific type of food.
Please proceed as follows in order to program the additional types of food:

• Turn the appliance on. In order to do this, press the button.
• Press the buttons tara and MR simultaneously for approximately three seconds. The appliance changes to the programming mode. The display for the food code shows the value 950. The last two figures flash.
• Enter the desired food code (figures 50 – 99) and confirm the input by pressing the button MR.
  Press the memory button MR.

The display shows the summation symbol ΣM, the number of memory spaces (e.g. 02), and the total stored weight as well as the total nutritional and energy values.

Clear memory
Clear the memory regularly, e.g. on a daily basis.
Press the memory button MC.
The symbol M clears. The memory has been cleared.

Programming your own food codes

The appliance has stored nutritional and energy values for 950 foods (memory locations 000 – 949). You can program a further 50 memory locations
(950 – 999) with your own types of food and enter these in the blank lines of the table in the section on “Food codes”. For this purpose, you have to know the nutritional and energy values of these foods.
Note: The nutritional and energy values to be entered relating to a weight of 100 g of the specific type of food.
Please proceed as follows in order to program the additional types of food:

• Turn the appliance on. In order to do this, press the button.
• Press the buttons tara and MR simultaneously for approximately three seconds. The appliance changes to the programming mode. The display for the food code shows the value 950. The last two figures flash.
• Enter the desired food code (figures 50 – 99) and confirm the input by pressing the button MR.
  Then the energy value of the food is requested.
• Use the number buttons to enter the energy value of the food (in 1 kcal graduations) and confirm the input by pressing the button MR.
  Next, the values for the cholesterol content (in 1 mg graduations), the carbohydrate content (in 0.1 g graduations), the fat content (in 0.01 g graduations) and the protein content (in 0.01 g graduations) are requested. After you have entered the appropriate value, press the button MR in order to move to the next requested value. After you have entered the last value (for the protein content) and pressed the button MR, the appliance switches to the weighing mode.
  Note: If you do not know the requested value of the food, please leave the value on “0” and press the button MR in order to enter the next value. Please note that in your diet control the value that has been left as “0” is not included in the addition of a nutritional or energy value (see “Displaying added readings”).
• Please check that the entered value is plausible.

Replacing the batteries

The scale requires 3x AAA batteries. If the replace battery symbol appears, it means that the batteries are almost empty. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment on the underside of the scale. Make sure that the batteries are inserted the correct way round.

Notes on handling batteries 

• If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery fluid, flush out the affected areas with water and seek medical assistance.
  Choking hazard! Small children may swallow and choke on batteries. Store the batteries out of the reach of small children.
• Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) polarity signs.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Protect the batteries from excessive heat.
  Risk of explosion! Never throw batteries into a fire.
• Do not charge or short-circuit batteries.
  If the device is not to be used for a long period, take the batteries out of the battery compartment.
• Use identical or equivalent battery types only.
• Always replace all batteries at the same time.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not disassemble, split or crush the batteries.

Cleaning and maintenance

You can clean the scale with a damp cloth, using a little washing-up liquid if necessary.
Clean the weight plate surface regularly.
The accuracy of readings and the instrument‘s service life depend on careful handling.

IMPORTANT

• Make sure that no liquid comes onto the scales. Never immerse the scales in water. Never rinse them off under running water.
• Do not clean the scales in the dishwasher!
• Do not place any objects on the scales when not in use.
• Protect the scales from impact, moisture, dust, chemicals, and major temperature fluctuations and keep away from heat sources (ovens, radiators).
• Do not expose the scales to high temperatures or strong electromagnetic fields (e.g. mobile telephones).

What if there are problems?

Disposal

For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the device in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Dispose of the unit at a sui- table local collection or recycling point. Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities responsible for waste disposal.

Battery disposal 

• The empty, completely flat batteries must be disposed of through specially designated collection boxes, recycling points or electronics retailers. You are legally required to dispose of the batteries.
• The codes below are printed on batteries containing harmful substances:
  Pb = Battery contains lead,
  Cd = Battery contains cadmium,
  Hg = Battery contains mercury.

Technical specifications

Warranty / Service

Further information on the guarantee and guarantee con-ditions can be found in the guarantee leaflet supplied.

Food codes

Abbreviations

Definitions

• ready to eat parts
  purchasable raw goods minus waste
• dried product
  the powder is weighed. That is to say before it is prepared. Unless it is described in more detail or worded differently, e.g. ‘made with dried products’ or ‘ready to eat

All data refers to portions that are ready to eat. Unless it is described in more detail or worded differently.
We take no responsibility for the information on the accuracy of foods lists.
Note :Some of the foods listed are not available in certain countries. If a food that is important to you is not listed, you can set it up in freely programmable memory locations (950 – 999).

Dairy Products

References

• Beurer Gesundheitsratgeber
• Beurer Health Guide
• Beurer GmbH