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Do not place the cuff over wounds as this may cause further
injury.
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Please note that data transfer and data storage is only pos-
sible when your blood pressure monitor is supplied with po-
wer. As soon as the batteries are empty, the blood pressure
monitor loses the date and time.
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To conserve the batteries, the blood pressure monitor swit-
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conds.
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The device is only intended for the purpose described in
these instructions for use. The manufacturer is not liable for
damage resulting from improper or careless use.
Instructions for storage and maintenance
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The blood pressure monitor is made from precision and elec-
tronic components. The accuracy of the measured values and
service life of the device depend on its careful handling:
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Protect the device from impacts, humidity, dirt, marked
temperature °uctuations and direct sunlight.
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Do not drop the device.
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Do not use the device in the vicinity of strong electroma-
gnetic ÿelds and keep it away from radio systems or mobile
telephones.
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Only use the cuff included with the delivery or original re-
placement parts. Otherwise incorrect measured values will be
recorded.
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Do not press the buttons before the cuff is placed on the
arm.
Notes on handling batteries
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If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery °uid, rinse
the affected areas with water and seek medical assistance.
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Choking hazard! Small children may swallow and choke on
batteries. Store the batteries out of the reach of small child-
ren.
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Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) polarity signs.
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If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean
the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
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Protect batteries from excessive heat.
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Risk of explosion! Never throw batteries into a ÿre.
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Do not charge or short-circuit batteries.
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If the device is not to be used for a relatively long period,
take the batteries out of the battery compartment.
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Use identical or equivalent battery types only.
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Always replace all batteries at the same time.
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Do not use rechargeable batteries.
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Do not disassemble, open or crush the batteries.
Battery disposal
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The empty, completely discharged batteries must be disposed
of through specially designated collection boxes, recycling
points or electronics retailers. You are legally required to dis-
pose of the batteries.
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The codes below are printed on batteries containing harmful
substances:
Pb = Battery contains lead,
Cd = Battery contains cadmium,
Hg = Battery contains mercury