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* Please immediately consult your doctor, if this or any other
problem occurs repeatedly.
9. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal
Safety and protection
• Follow instructions for use. This document provides important
product operation and safety information regarding this device.
Please read this document thoroughly before using the device
and keep for future reference.
• This device may only be used for the purposes described in
these instructions. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for
damage caused by incorrect application.
•
This device comprises sensitive components and must be treated
with caution. Observe the storage and operating conditions
described in the «Technical Specifications» section.
• Protect it from:
- water and moisture
- extreme temperatures
- impact and dropping
- contamination and dust
- direct sunlight
- heat and cold
• The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care.
• Do not exchange or use any other kind of cuff or cuff connector
for measuring with this device.
• Only pump up the cuff once fitted.
•
Do not use this device close to strong electromagnetic fields such
as mobile telephones or radio installations. Keep a minimum
distance of 3.3 m from such devices when using this device.
• Do not use this device if you think it is damaged or notice
anything unusual.
• Never open this device.
• If the device is not going to be used for a prolonged period the
batteries should be removed.
• Read the additional safety information provided within the indi-
vidual sections of this instruction manual.
•
The measurement results given by this device is not a diagnosis.
It is not replacing the need for the consultation of a physician,
especially if not matching the patient’s symptoms. Do not rely on
the measurement result only, always consider other potentially
occurring symptoms and the patient’s feedback. Calling a doctor
or an ambulance is advised if needed.
• Permanently high blood pressure values can damage your
health and must be treated by your doctor!
• Always discuss your values with your doctor and tell him/her if
you have noticed anything unusual or feel unsure. Never rely
on single blood pressure readings.
•
Under no circumstances should you alter the dosages of
drugs or initiate a treatment without consulting your doctor.
• Deviations between measurements taken by your doctor or in
the pharmacy and those taken at home are quite normal, as
these situations are completely different.
• The pulse display is not suitable for checking the
frequency of heart pacemakers!
• If you are pregnant, you should monitor your blood pressure
regularly as it can change drastically during this time.
«
Err 3
»
AR-C
Abnormal
cuff
pressure
An adequate pressure cannot be gener-
ated in the cuff. A leak may have occurred.
Check that the cuff is correctly connected
and is not too loose. Replace the batteries
if necessary. Repeat the measurement.
«
Err 5
» Abnormal
result
The measuring signals are inaccurate and
no result can therefore be displayed. Read
through the checklist for performing reli-
able measurements and then repeat the
measurement.*
«
Err 6
»
MAM
Mode There were too many errors during the
measurement in
MAM
mode, making it
impossible to obtain a final result. Read
through the checklist for performing reli-
able measurements and then repeat the
measurement.*
«
HI
» Pulse or cuff
pressure too
high
The pressure in the cuff is too high (over
299 mmHg) OR the pulse is too high (over
200 beats per minute). Relax for 5 minutes
and repeat the measurement.*
«
LO
» Pulse too
low
The pulse is too low (less than 40 beats
per minute). Repeat the measurement.*
Error Description Potential cause and remedy