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5.11. Battery Change Indicator
Batteries discharged– replacements required
When the batteries are discharged, the battery symbol will flash as soon as the instrument
is switched on. You cannot take any further measurements and must replace the batteries.
The battery compartment is located on the back side of the unit
a) Remove cover from the bottom plate, as illustrated below picture-06
b) Insert the batteries (2 x size AAA ). Always use AAA long life batteries or alkaline 1.5V
batteries.
c) The memory retains all values although date and time must be reset - the year number
therefore flashes automatically after the batteries are replaced.
d) To set date and time, follow the procedure described in Section 4.2.
Picture-06
Which batteries and which procedure?
Use two new, longlife 1.5V AAA batteries. Do not use batteries beyond their expiration date. If
the monitor is not going to be used for a prolonged period the batteries should be removed.
Using rechargeable batteries
You can also operate this instrument using rechargeable batteries.
•Only use "NiMH" reusable batteries!
• If the battery symbol
the batteries must be removed and recharged! They must not
remain inside the instrument, as they may become damaged through total discharge even
when switched off. The batteries must NOT be discharged in the blood pressure monitor! If you
do not intend to use the instrument for a week or more, always remove the rechargeable
batteries!
• Recharge these batteries using an external charger and follow manufacturer’s instructions
Carefully.
6. Care and Maintenance
Wash hands after each time measurement.
If one device is used by different patients, wash hands before and after each use.
The device,including cuff should be cleaned every week,and the effective repetitive cleaning
times is 390 times during the shelf life.
The device,including cuff should be cleaned every week,and the effective repetitive cleaning