Beurer BG 64, Instructions For Use Manual

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3 Safety notes
Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make
them accessible to other users and observe the information they contain.
Safety notes
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The scales must not be used by persons with medical implants (e.g.
heart pacemakers) Otherwise their function could be impaired.
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Do not use during pregnancy. Measurements may be inaccurate
due to amniotic fluid.
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Do not stand on the outer edge to one side of the scale otherwise it may tip!
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Keep children away from packaging materials (risk of suffocation).
Notes on handling batteries
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Swallowing batteries can be extremely dangerous. Keep the batteries and
scale out of the reach of small children. Should a child swallow a battery,
seek medical assistance immediately.
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Replace weak batteries before they discharge completely.
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Always replace all batteries at the same time and use batteries of the same
type.
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Batteries must not be recharged, taken apart, thrown into an open fire or short
circuited.
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Leaking batteries may damage the device. If you do not intend to use the de-
vice for longer periods, remove the batteries from the battery compartment.
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If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery com-
partment with a dry cloth.
x Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to health and the environment.
Always dispose of batteries in accordance with applicable legal regulations.
Do not dispose of batteries with the normal household waste.
General notes
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The unit is for personal use only and is not intended for medical or commer-
cial applications.
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Please note that technically related measuring tolerances are possible, as the
scale is not calibrated for professional medical applications.
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On delivery, the scale is set to "cm" and "kg". At the back of the scales is a
switch to change between "inches", "pounds" and "stones".
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Place the scale on a firm level floor; a firm floor covering is required for cor-
rect measurement.
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Repairs may only be carried out by Beurer customer service or authorised
dealers. Before submitting any complaint, first check the batteries and replace
them if necessary.
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Should you have any questions concerning the use of our devices, please
contact your dealer or customer service.