Beurer BC 87, Instructions For Use Manual

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Medical device
CE labelling
This product satisfies the requirements
of the applicable European and national
directives.
Authorised representative in the European
Community
3. INTENDED USE
Purpose
The blood pressure monitor is intended for the fully automat-
ic, non-invasive measurement of arterial blood pressure and
pulse values on a wrist with a wrist circumference of 13.5 cm
to 21.5 cm. It is intended for use indoors and by adults only.
Target group
It is designed for self-measurement by adults in the home en-
vironment and is suitable for users whose wrist circumference
is within the range printed on the cuff.
Indication/clinical benefits
The user can record their blood pressure and pulse values
quickly and easily using the device. The recorded values are
classified according to internationally applicable guidelines
and evaluated graphically. The device saves the recorded
measurements and can also output average values of previ-
ous measurements.
4. WARNINGS AND SAFETY NOTES
Contraindications
• Do not use the blood pressure monitor on newborns, chil-
dren or pets.
• People with restricted physical, sensory or mental skills
should be supervised by a person responsible for their
safety and receive instructions from this person on how
to use the device.
• If you have any of the following conditions, it is essential
you consult your doctor before using the device: irregu-
lar heartbeat, circulatory problems, diabetes, pregnancy,
pre-eclampsia, hypotension, chills, shaking
• People with pacemakers or other electrical implants
should consult their doctor before using the device.
• The blood pressure monitor must not be used in connec-
tion with a high-frequency surgical unit.
• Do not use the cuff on people who have undergone a
mastectomy.
• Do not place the cuff over wounds as this may cause
further injury.
• Make sure that the cuff is not placed on a wrist in which
the arteries or veins are undergoing medical treatment,
e.g. intravascular access or intravascular therapy, or an
arteriovenous (AV) shunt.
General warnings
• The measurements taken by you are for your information
only – they are no substitute for a medical examination!