Microlife BP 3AG1, Manual

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5 BP 3AG1
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Only use the Microlife mains adapter available as an orig-
inal accessory appropriate for your supply voltage.
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Ensure that neither the mains adapter nor the cable are
damaged.
1. Plug the adapter cable into the mains adapter socket
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in the
blood pressure monitor.
2. Plug the adapter plug into the wall socket.
When the mains adapter is connected, no battery current is consumed.
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.
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If you think the results are unusual, please read through the
information in «Section 1.» carefully.
9. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal
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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.
• 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.
Ensure that children do not use this device unsupervised;
some parts are small enough to be swallowed. Be aware of
the risk of strangulation in case this device is supplied with
cables or tubes.
Device care
Clean the device only with a soft, dry cloth.
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 pressure
in the cuff
An adequate pressure cannot be generated
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 reliable
measurements and then repeat the
measurement.*
« HI » Pulse or
cuff pres-
sure 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.*