5
BP A80
EN
* Please consult your doctor, if this or any other problem occurs
repeatedly.
If you think the results are unusual, please read through the
information in «Section 1.» carefully.
9. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal
Safety and protection
This instrument may only be used for the purposes described in
this booklet. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage
caused by incorrect application.
This instrument 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 the instrument close to strong electromagnetic fields
such as mobile telephones or radio installations.
Do not use the instrument if you think it is damaged or notice
anything unusual.
Never open the instrument.
If the instrument is not going to be used for a prolonged period
the batteries should be removed.
Read the additional safety instructions in the individual sections
of this booklet.
Ensure that children do not use the instrument unsuper-
vised; some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
Instrument care
Clean the instrument only with a soft, dry cloth.
Cleaning the cuff
You can machine wash the
cuff cover
at 30°C (do not iron!).
WARNING:
Under no circumstances, however, may you
wash the inner bladder! Always remove the sensitive
bladder from the sleeve before washing and replace it care-
fully again afterwards.
Accuracy test
We recommend this instrument is tested for accuracy every
2 years or after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please
contact Microlife-Service to arrange the test (see foreword).
Disposal
Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with
domestic waste.
10. Guarantee
This instrument is covered by a
5 year guarantee
from the date of
purchase. The guarantee is valid only on presentation of the guar-
antee card completed by the dealer (see back) confirming date of
purchase or the receipt.
Batteries, cuff and wearing parts are not included.
Opening or altering the instrument invalidates the guarantee.
«
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 gener-
ated in the cuff. A leak may have occurred.
Check that cuff and pump ball are
correctly connected and that the cuff is not
fitted too loosely. 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 reli-
able measurements and then repeat the
measurement.*
«
HI
»
Pulse or cuff
pressure too
high
The pressure in the cuff is too high (over
300 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.*
Error
Description Potential cause and remedy
