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8. Error Messages
If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement is
interrupted and an error message, e.g. «ERR 3», is displayed.
* Please consult your doctor, if this or any other problem occurs
repeatedly.
If you think the results are unusual, please read through the
information in «Section 1.» carefully.
9. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal
Safety and protection
• 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 condi-
tions 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 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.
• 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.
Ensure that children do not use this device unsupervised;
some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
Device care
Clean the device only with a soft, dry cloth.
Cleaning the cuff
Carefully remove spots on the cuff with a damp cloth and soapsuds.
WARNING: Do not wash the cuff in a washing machine or
dishwasher!
Accuracy test
We recommend this device is tested for accuracy every 2 years or
after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please contact your
local Microlife-Service to arrange the test (see foreword).
Disposal
Batteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with
domestic waste.
Error Description Potential cause and remedy
«
ERR 1
»Signal too
weak
The pulse signals on the cuff are too weak.
Re-position the cuff and repeat the
measurement.*
«
ERR 2
» Error signal During the measurement, error signals
were detected by the cuff, caused for
instance by movement or muscle tension.
Repeat the measurement, keeping your
arm still.
«
ERR 3
» No pres-
sure in the
cuff
An adequate pressure cannot be gener-
ated in the cuff. A leak may have occurred.
Check that cuff and pump ball are correctly
connected and that the cuff is not fitted too
loosely. Replace the batteries if neces-
sary. 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.*
«
HI
»
Pulse or cuff
pressure
too high
The pressure in the cuff is too high (over
300 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.*