Beurer (Shanghai) Healthcare Product Co.,Ltd.
No.100 Yutong Road, Jingan District
Shanghai, China
Tel: +86 400-8208-131
eMail: info@beurer.com.cn
FAQ wellbeing
Weight
Can persons with implants use body fat scales?
Body fat scales must not be used with electrically operated impla (e.g. cardiac pacemalers, medication pumps)
Persons with electrically conducting implants (e.g. bone screws, hip replacements) can use the scales. However, incorrect measurements can occur because of the better electrical conductivity of the implant compared to the tissues.
Persons with electrically conducting implants (e.g. bone screws, hip replacements) can use the scales. However, incorrect measurements can occur because of the better electrical conductivity of the implant compared to the tissues.
Can pregnant women use a body fat scales?
The body fat scales should not be used during pregnancy. Because of the amniotic fluid, incorrect measurements can occur.
Why are different weight readings obtained with measurements taken directly in succession?
- Different weight readings can be caused by not standing still on the scales
- The scales was pushed or lifted between the measurements, there was no correct zero setting or initialisation between the measurements
- Due to technical tolerances, there can be a difference of up to +/- 0.5 kg in the readings between two measurements
- Incorrect position on the scales, person stands a bit further forward or a bit further backward on the scales
- The scales was pushed or lifted between the measurements, there was no correct zero setting or initialisation between the measurements
- Due to technical tolerances, there can be a difference of up to +/- 0.5 kg in the readings between two measurements
- Incorrect position on the scales, person stands a bit further forward or a bit further backward on the scales
Why do I get different body fat values on my scale than I do at the doctor's office or at the gym?
Different manufacturers record different valuations of the measurements in the software.
These valuations may result in differences in measurements. The B.I.A. method of measuring body fat should generally be considered a trend measurement and not an absolute measurement because the total measurement is dependent on many external factors.
These valuations may result in differences in measurements. The B.I.A. method of measuring body fat should generally be considered a trend measurement and not an absolute measurement because the total measurement is dependent on many external factors.
What does “Quick Start“ and “Tap on“ mean?
With scales with the "Quick Start" function, the user can stand on the scales directly without switching it on beforehand. The scales switches on independently and then starts measuring when it is stepped on.
The "Tap on" function describes switching on the scales by tapping the upper bowl of the scales. This means that the user has to tap on the scales and then wait until 0.0 appears in the display. It is only possible then to step on the scales and commence measurement.
The "Tap on" function describes switching on the scales by tapping the upper bowl of the scales. This means that the user has to tap on the scales and then wait until 0.0 appears in the display. It is only possible then to step on the scales and commence measurement.
What factors can affect the measurement of body fat?
- Anatomical variations (e.g. considerably longer or shorter leg length)
- Volume of calves and/or thighs
- Training condition of the muscles
- Bone structure
- Fat distribution in the body
- User's state of health
- Poor contact between soles of the feet and electrodes
- Severe sweating
- Use of medications
- Oedema of the legs
- Haematomas in the legs
- Fever
- Measurement after physical effort
- Measurement at different times of the day
- Fluctuating body weight
- Pregnancy (amniotic fluid)
- Metal implants
- Calloused skin on the soles of the feet
- Volume of calves and/or thighs
- Training condition of the muscles
- Bone structure
- Fat distribution in the body
- User's state of health
- Poor contact between soles of the feet and electrodes
- Severe sweating
- Use of medications
- Oedema of the legs
- Haematomas in the legs
- Fever
- Measurement after physical effort
- Measurement at different times of the day
- Fluctuating body weight
- Pregnancy (amniotic fluid)
- Metal implants
- Calloused skin on the soles of the feet
Why do I have different readings in the normal and athlete mode?
The athlete mode is an additional function for adjusting the body fat measurement to the individual circumstances of a user group. When analysing body fat, several fixed parameters are specified in the scales' software for calculating the proportion of body fat, along with the actual measurement of body resistance. In the normal mode, these constants reflect the average of the "normal population" as obtained in medical studies. The so-called athlete mode was incorporated as the distribution of the different body compartments (muscle, bone, fat etc.) is different in athletes from that in the "normal population". In this mode, constants that were obtained by medical studies with athletes are specified. The different readings are thus due to the different constants in the software.
How high is the imprecision / tolerance?
- The repeat precision when reading weight measured on a scales is +/- 0.3 kg
- If several scales are compared, the maximum tolerance at a weight of 40kg is +/- 0.5 kg and +/- 1.1 kg at a weight of 100 kg
- The tolerance when measuring body fat or body water is +/- 1%
- If several scales are compared, the maximum tolerance at a weight of 40kg is +/- 0.5 kg and +/- 1.1 kg at a weight of 100 kg
- The tolerance when measuring body fat or body water is +/- 1%
Why, for example, does the sum of muscle mass, fat and water not add up to 100%?
The body consists mostly of water (approx. 60-70%). This water is contained in every possible organ and body part – and therefore also, to a large degree, in the muscles and even, to a small extent, in body fat. This means you can only add up the fat and muscle percentage but not the water, otherwise the water would be counted twice.
Flexible heating
Is electro-smog produced when heat pads / underblanket / foot warmers are used?
The term "electro-smog" denotes electrical and magnetic fields with various characteristics (e.g. pulsed in the case of mobile telephones) and various frequencies (e.g. 50Hz when mains operated). Electrical and magnetic fields always occur when electrically operated products are used and also due to the domestic electrical installation.
The electrical and magnetic fields that occur when heat pads, foot warmers, heated underblankets and heated overblankets are used are far below the limits recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and stipulated by German law:
Electrical field strength: max. 5000 V/m
Magnetic field strength: max. 80 A/m
Magnetic flux density: max. 100 mikrotesla
The electrical and magnetic fields that occur when heat pads, foot warmers, heated underblankets and heated overblankets are used are far below the limits recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and stipulated by German law:
Electrical field strength: max. 5000 V/m
Magnetic field strength: max. 80 A/m
Magnetic flux density: max. 100 mikrotesla
Why does my heat pad / foot warmer / electric underblanket / electric overblanket not get hot enough?
Heat pad:
Depending on the heat pad model and method of use, it can sometimes take up to 15 minutes after it has been switched on before the heat pad becomes warm to the touch at the highest setting. The maximum final temperature is reached after approx. 30 minutes at the earliest.
Foot warmer:
Depending on where it is placed, it can sometimes take up to 15 minutes after it has been switched on before the foot warmer becomes warm to the touch at the highest setting. Place the foot warmer on a carpet or similarly insulating underlay so that it will warm up faster. The maximum final temperature is reached after approx. 30 minutes at the earliest.
Electric underblanket:
Depending on the underblanket model and the surrounding conditions (room temperature, mattress, bedclothes) it can sometimes take up to 30 minutes after it has been switched on before the underblanket becomes warm to the touch at the highest setting.
In order to prevent heat loss, the electric underblanket must be completely covered. The maximum final temperature is reached after approx. 60 minutes at the earliest
Electric overblanket:
Depending on the overblanket model and the room temperature, it can sometimes take up to 15 minutes after it has been switched on before the overblanket becomes warm to the touch at the highest setting.
The maximum final temperature is reached after approx. 30 minutes at the earliest.
Depending on the heat pad model and method of use, it can sometimes take up to 15 minutes after it has been switched on before the heat pad becomes warm to the touch at the highest setting. The maximum final temperature is reached after approx. 30 minutes at the earliest.
Foot warmer:
Depending on where it is placed, it can sometimes take up to 15 minutes after it has been switched on before the foot warmer becomes warm to the touch at the highest setting. Place the foot warmer on a carpet or similarly insulating underlay so that it will warm up faster. The maximum final temperature is reached after approx. 30 minutes at the earliest.
Electric underblanket:
Depending on the underblanket model and the surrounding conditions (room temperature, mattress, bedclothes) it can sometimes take up to 30 minutes after it has been switched on before the underblanket becomes warm to the touch at the highest setting.
In order to prevent heat loss, the electric underblanket must be completely covered. The maximum final temperature is reached after approx. 60 minutes at the earliest
Electric overblanket:
Depending on the overblanket model and the room temperature, it can sometimes take up to 15 minutes after it has been switched on before the overblanket becomes warm to the touch at the highest setting.
The maximum final temperature is reached after approx. 30 minutes at the earliest.
What should be noted with cardiac pacemakers?
The electrical and magnetic fields emitted by this product can sometimes interfere with the function of your pacemaker.
However, they are far below the limits:
Electrical field strength: max. 5000 V/m
Magnetic field strength: max. 80 A/m
Magnetic flux density: max. 100 mikrotesla
Please consult your doctor and the manufacturer of your pacemaker before using this product.
However, they are far below the limits:
Electrical field strength: max. 5000 V/m
Magnetic field strength: max. 80 A/m
Magnetic flux density: max. 100 mikrotesla
Please consult your doctor and the manufacturer of your pacemaker before using this product.
How high is the final temperature?
The maximum temperature that can be reached depends on many factors, including the product (heat pad, foot warmer, electric underblanket, electric overblanket), the model (e.g. with or without automatic cutoff)
and the room temperature.
It is therefore possible only to give average values obtained under standardised conditions at a room temperature of 20°C +/- 5°C.
Different measurement conditions are specified for each product.
The individual values can therefore not be compared with one another.
Heat pad: 70°C - 75°C
Foot warmer: 45°C - 50°C
Underblankets: 60°C - 65°C
Overblankets: 40°C - 50°C
and the room temperature.
It is therefore possible only to give average values obtained under standardised conditions at a room temperature of 20°C +/- 5°C.
Different measurement conditions are specified for each product.
The individual values can therefore not be compared with one another.
Heat pad: 70°C - 75°C
Foot warmer: 45°C - 50°C
Underblankets: 60°C - 65°C
Overblankets: 40°C - 50°C
Sleep and rest - Snore stopper SL 70
Is the SL 70 operated by battery?
Yes, the device is operated with a battery.
How do I charge the device and how long does the process take?
It takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge the battery. Please proceed as follows:
- Open the cover of the micro USB connection on the snore stopper.
- Connect the snore stopper to a computer that is switched on using the charging cable, or to a mains socket using the mains adapter.
- Whilst charging, the operation light flashes green. As soon as the battery is fully charged, the operation light will remain green.
- Open the cover of the micro USB connection on the snore stopper.
- Connect the snore stopper to a computer that is switched on using the charging cable, or to a mains socket using the mains adapter.
- Whilst charging, the operation light flashes green. As soon as the battery is fully charged, the operation light will remain green.
Where can I read the battery state of the device?
The battery state is displayed on the app's homescreen. The operation light on the snore stopper lights up red as soon as the device needs to be charged.
How long is the battery life?
When the battery is fully charged, the battery life is approx. 4-5 days. However, the battery life may be lower in case of strong snoring.
What do the different coloured LEDs mean?
Green: Snore stopper is switched on
Red: Battery needs charging
Blue: Bluetooth® is activated
Red: Battery needs charging
Blue: Bluetooth® is activated
Do I have to wear the snore stopper on the left or right ear?
You can wear the snore stopper on the left or right according to preference. The earplug can be adjusted accordingly.
Does the snoring of another person in the bed impair the use of the snore stopper?
No, because, as well as noise detection, the oscillations transmitted via the cranial bones are also measured in order to detect a snore. This therefore ensures that the detected snores come from the user.
How can I clean the snore stopper?
Use a damp cloth or a standard alcohol cleaning pad for cleaning.
How do I tell whether the device is switched on?
The device is switched on when the operation light lights up green. However, in order to not disturb the user, this switches off after a short period of time. If you hold the snore stopper upright in front of you or briefly press the ON/OFF button, it lights up again.
Does the device have to be connected to a smartphone during the night?
No, the data is initially saved on the snore stopper and can be transferred to the app at a later time. Since the memory capacity is limited, we recommend transferring the data after each recording.
Can the snore stopper be used without a smartphone?
Yes, this is possible. However, the "beurer SleepQuiet" app is required for documenting and evaluating the data and for settings.
How can I adapt the snore stopper to my snoring behaviour?
You can make your individual adjustments in the "beurer SleepQuiet" app under Menu > Settings.
How does the snore stopper detect that I am snoring?
The snore stopper checks for snoring noises and oscillations transmitted via the cranial bones. If both are detected, the user is snoring.
What happens when a snore is detected?
The snore stopper releases a impulse consisting of tone or tone and vibration. The intensity of these impulses increases from a low level until the desired result is achieved.
How does my body react to the impulses that are released?
The snore stopper avoids waking you up by slowly increasing the impulses. The throat muscles become firm and the airways open as a reaction to the impulses. Breathing is calmed and the snoring decreases. In the long term, there is a lasting reduction in snoring by training the muscles in the throat.
Wearing the snore stopper is unpleasant. What can I do?
Initially, it may take several days until you are accustomed to the device. Check whether wearing it on the other ear feels more comfortable or whether a different earplug is more suitable.
Light therapy
What is the infrared spectrum of Beurer infrared lamps/infrared products?
IL35 (item number: 616.11)
- Infrared wavelength range: IRA + IRB
- Dominant wavelength: 1100 nm
IL50 (item number: 619.00)
- Infrared wavelength range: IRA + IRB
- Dominant wavelength: 1250nm
- Infrared wavelength range: IRA + IRB
- Dominant wavelength: 1100 nm
IL50 (item number: 619.00)
- Infrared wavelength range: IRA + IRB
- Dominant wavelength: 1250nm
