BpTRU BPM100 - Maintenance; Frequency of Inspection and Care

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Maintenance
Frequency of Inspection and Care
The BpTRU and its accessories should be inspected for
any damage that may affect safety and accuracy at the
following times. Note that no manual calibration is
required.
 After initial setup
 Monthly
 After any mishandling (for example, if the BpTRU is
knocked off the mounting bracket)
Clean the BpTRU and accessories as required, using a
damp cloth and mild detergent.
The accuracy of the pressure and temperature
measurement circuitry in the BpTRU should be checked
annually or if you have any concerns about the accuracy
of the monitor. Refer to the following sections for
instructions on using these modes of operation:
 “BP Zero Calibration Check” on page 71
 “BP Reference Gauge Calibration Check” on page 72
 “Temperature Calibration Check (BPM300)” on
page 74
The operation of the BP overpressure and overtime
safety features of the BpTRU should be checked annually
or if there are any concerns about the safety of the
monitor. Refer to “BP Reference Gauge Calibration
Check” on page 72.
Replace the battery every 2 years. Refer to “Replacing
the Battery” on page 49.
CAUTION
Using batteries beyond their recommended lifetime
may result in damage to the BpTRU.