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2. Important notes
Signs and symbols
The following symbols are used in these instructions for use,
on the packaging and on the type plate for the device and the
accessories:
Attention
Note
Note on important information
Observe the instructions for use
Application part, type BF
Direct current
Disposal in accordance with the Waste Elec-
trical and Electronic Equipment EC Directive
– WEEE
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Permissible operating temperature and
humidity
IP 22
Protected against ingress of solid foreign ob-
jects greater than 12.5mm in diameter.
Protected against drops of water falling at up
to 15° from vertical.
S
N
Serial number
The CE labelling certifies that the product
complies with the essential requirements of
Directive 93/42/EEC on medical products.
Certification symbol for products that are
exported to the Russian Federation and
members of the CIS
Notes on use
•
I
n order to ensure comparable values, always measure your
blood pressure at the same time of day.
•
B
efore every measurement, relax for about five minutes.
•
I
f you want to perform several measurements on the same
person, wait five minutes between each measurement.
•
D
o not take a measurement within 30 minutes of eating,
drinking, smoking or exercising.
•
R
epeat the measurement if you are unsure of the measured
value.
•
T
he measured values taken by you are for your information
only – they are no substitute for a medical examination. Dis-
cuss the measured values with your doctor and never base