Microlife BP A130, Instructions Manual

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5 BP A130
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1. To set an alarm time, press the time button
AK
(the device must
have been switched off beforehand) and immediately after-
wards the M-button
AT
and hold both down until the bell symbol
BK
appears in the top left of the display. Then release both
buttons. The flashing « 1 » in the display indicates that the first
alarm time can now be set.
2. Press the time button to set the hours – the hour display flashes
and pressing the M-button allows you to set the alarm hour. To
confirm, press the time button.
3. The minute display will now flash. The minutes can be set using
the M-button. To confirm, press the time button again.
4. The bell symbol will now flash. Use the M-button to select
whether the alarm time is to be active (bell) or inactive (crossed-
out bell). To confirm, press the time button.

To set a second alarm time, proceed as above but if the « 1 »
flashes, press the M-button to select « 2 » and confirm with the
time button.

An active alarm time is indicated by the bell symbol in the display.

The alarm will sound at the set time every day.

To switch-off the alarm when it is sounding, press the time
button
AK
.

To permanently switch off the alarm, proceed as above and
select the crossed-out bell symbol. This will then disappear
from the display.

The alarm times must be re-entered each time the batteries are
replaced.
8. Battery Indicator and Battery change
Low battery
When the batteries are approximately ¾ empty the battery symbol
AR
will flash as soon as the device is switched on (partly filled battery
displayed). Although the device will continue to measure reliably, you
should obtain replacement batteries.
Flat battery – replacement
When the batteries are flat, the battery symbol
AR
will flash as soon
as the device is switched on (flat battery displayed). You cannot
take any further measurements and must replace the batteries.
1. Open the battery compartment
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on the bottom of the device.
2. Replace the batteries – ensure correct polarity as shown by the
symbols in the compartment.
3. To set date and time, follow the procedure described in
«Section 2.».

The memory retains all values although date and time (and
possibly also set alarm times) must be reset – the year
number therefore flashes automatically after the batteries
are replaced.
Which batteries and which procedure?

Use 4 new, long-life 1.5 V, size AA alkaline batteries.

Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry.

Remove batteries if the device is not going to be used for a
prolonged period.
Using rechargeable batteries
You can also operate this device using rechargeable batteries.

Only use «NiMH» type reusable batteries.

Batteries must be removed and recharged when the flat
battery symbol appears. They should not remain inside the
device as they may become damaged (total discharge as a
result of low use of the device, even when switched off).

Always remove the rechargeable batteries if you do not
intend to use the device for a week or more.

Batteries cannot be charged in the blood pressure monitor.
Recharge batteries in an external charger and observe the
information regarding charging, care and durability.
9. Using a Mains Adapter
You can operate this device using the Microlife mains adapter
(DC 6V, 600 mA).

Only use the Microlife mains adapter available as an original
accessory appropriate for your supply voltage.

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.
10. Error Messages
If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement is
interrupted and an error message, e.g. « ERR 3 », is displayed.
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.*