8
6. Battery Indicator and Battery change
Low battery
When the batteries are approximately ¾ empty the battery
symbol
AK
will flash as soon as the instrument is switched on
(partly
filled battery displayed). Although the instrument will
continue to measure reliably, you should obtain replacement
batteries.
Flat battery – replacement
When the batteries are flat, the battery symbol
AK
will flash
as soon as the instrument is switched on (flat battery displayed).
You cannot take any further measurements and must replace
the batteries.
Which batteries and which procedure?
Using rechargeable batteries
You can also operate this instrument using rechargeable batteries.
7. Error Messages
If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement
is interrupted and an error message, e.g. «
ERR 3
», is displayed.
1. Open the battery compartment
4
at the back of the
2. Replace the batteries – ensure correct polarity as shown
by the symbols in the compartment.
Use 4 new, long-life 1.5V, size AA batteries.
Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry.
Remove batteries if the instrument is not going to be used
for a prolonged period.
Only use «NiMH» type reusable batteries.
Batteries must be removed and recharged when the flat
battery symbol appears. They should not remain inside the
instrument as they may become damaged (total discharge as
a result of low use of the instrument, even when switched off).
Always remove the rechargeable batteries if you do not intend
to use the instrument 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.
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.*
instrument.
