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Safety instructions
Safety instructions
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• The unit contains sensitive parts and must be protected from ex-
treme temperature fluctuations, humidity, shocks, dust and direct
sunlight.
• Do not apply pressure to the display. Do not place the device with
the display facing downwards.
• The unit must only be operated with the cuff and accessories pro-
vided (see “Original spare parts and accessories” on page 59).
Using different cuffs or accessories can lead to incorrect measure-
• A consistently good power supply to the device is necessary for
fault-free blood pressure measurements.
ment results. The warranty will be invalidated if the unit is dam-
aged by third-party accessories!
• If the device is not to be operated for an extended period of time,
please remove the batteries. In principle, all batteries can leak.
• Do not remove batteries from the device or separate it from the
mains adapter when the device is switched on.
• Using this device in the vicinity of mobile phones, microwaves or
other devices with strong electromagnetic fields can cause mal-
functions and inaccurate measurements. During use, maintain a
distance of at least 30 cm from such devices.
- Only use long-life alkaline batteries (LR6).
- Always replace all batteries simultaneously during battery re-
placement. Do not mix new and old batteries or batteries of dif-
ferent types.
- You will require 4 x 1.5 V batteries. Rechargeable batteries only
have a voltage of 1.2 V and are therefore not suitable.
• Never simultaneously touch the device’s live electrical parts and
the patient.
- When using the device with a mains adapter, please only use the
visomat mains adapter, which has been specially tested for med-
ical devices.
• Do not knock or drop the device.
• The device is not waterproof. Never immerse it in water or any
other liquids. If liquid enters the device, this may result in serious
damage and may cause malfunctions.
2. Important technical information
• Please wait a few minutes between successive measurements,
otherwise the blood flow in the arm is interrupted for too long and
injuries could occur.
• The device contains small parts that could be swallowed by chil-
dren. The air hose poses a strangulation hazard. Do not leave the
device unattended with children.
• Do not take a blood pressure measurement on the same side as a
mastectomy with simultaneous removal of the axilla lymph nodes.
• Discuss the measured values with your doctor. Do not assess the
measurement results yourself. Never change the dose of medi-
cines prescribed by your doctor.
• Before carrying out your self-measurement, please pay attention
to the chapter “Important usage information“ on page 43.
• Never open or modify the device or the cuff (except for replacing
the batteries). If the unit has been opened, it must be subjected to
a metrological inspection by an authorised institution.
• To avoid inaccurate readings, please adhere to the intended oper-
ating and storage conditions. See “Technical data” on page 58.
