- Never use any accessories or parts from other
manufacturers or that Philips does not
specifically recommend. Using such accessories
or parts could cause a hazardous situation for
the user or damage to the device.
Caution
- Only use this device for its intended purpose as
described in this user manual.
- Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-
diagnosis. This device allows you to monitor
your blood pressure. Do not begin or end
medical treatment based on the measurement
results. Always consult your physician for
treatment advice.
- Always check the device and cuff before you
use it. Do not use the device or cuff if one of
them is damaged, as this may cause injury.
- The effectiveness of this blood pressure
monitor has not been established in pregnant
(including pre-eclamptic) women.
- This device is not intended for use on
extremities other than the arm or for functions
other than obtaining a blood pressure
measurement.
- Common arrhythmias (such as atrial or
ventricular premature beats or atrial fibrillation)
and peripheral artery disease / arteriosclerosis
can affect the accuracy of this blood pressure
monitor. Please consult your physician how to
best use this blood pressure monitor if you
suffer from any of these conditions.
- Do not take any therapeutic measures on the
basis of a self-measurement. Never change
prescribed medication without consulting your
physician. Consult your physician if you have
any questions about your blood pressure.
- If you are taking medication, consult your
physician to determine the most appropriate
time to measure your blood pressure.
- If the cuff pressure exceeds 300mmHg, the unit
will deflate automatically. If the cuff does not
deflate when pressures exceeds 300mmHg,
detach the cuff from the arm and press the 'on'
button to stop inflation.
- Do not attach the cuff on the same arm on
which other monitoring medical electrical
equipment is attached simultaneously, because
this could cause temporary loss of function of
those simultaneously-used monitoring medical
electrical equipment.
- Never attach the cuff on injured skin, an injured
arm or an arm under medical treatment as this
can cause further injury.
- Do not use the device in case of existing
polyester or nylon material allergies.
- This device is not washable. Never immerse the
device in water and do not rinse it under the
tap.
- This device is not suitable for continuous
monitoring during medical emergencies or
operations.
- This device cannot be used with HF (High
Frequency) surgical equipment at the same
time.
- Do not use the DC charger in or near a power
outlet that contains an electric air freshener to
prevent damage to the DC charger.
- Keep the device away from fire and heat
sources, as the battery can overheat, causing
fire or bursting. The battery could explode
causing injury or death.
- After charging, remove the small plug from the
device and remove the DC charger from the
wall outlet.
- The equipment is not AP/APG equipment and
is not suitable for use in the presence of a
flammable anesthetic mixture with air, with
oxygen or nitrous oxide.
- To avoid measurement errors, do not use the
device near strong electromagnetic fields,
radiated interference signal or electrical fast
transient/burst signal. For example magnets,
radio transmitters, microwave ovens.
- Use this device under the right environmental
conditions as indicated in this user manual. If
not, this could affect the performance, lifetime
of the device and measurement results.
- Only use the DC charger supplied to charge the
device.
- If you have any problems with this device, such
as setting up, malfunction, maintaining or using,
visit www.philips.com/support or call
1-844-531-6861 for assistance.
- Do not open, disassemble or repair the device
yourself.
- Dispose of accessories, detachable parts, and
the ME equipment according to the local
guidelines.
- Do not attempt to replace your blood pressure
monitor's battery. It is built-in and not
changeable.
- Avoid charging your blood pressure monitor in
extremely high or low temperatures (see
'Specifications').
- Do not clean the blood pressure monitor when
it is being charged. Always unplug the charger
first before cleaning the blood pressure
monitor.
Compliance with standards
- The device meets the relevant standards for this
type of Class II electrical medical equipment for
home use.
- This Philips device complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure
to electromagnetic fields and complies with IEC
60601-1-2.
- This Philips device complies with applicable
standards and regulations of the FCC Rules.
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General
The Philips upper arm blood pressure monitor with
Bluetooth® Smart enables you to perform blood
