• Place the cuff on your wrist only. Do not place the cuff
on other parts of the body.
• The blood pressure monitor can only be operated with
batteries.
• To conserve the batteries, the blood pressure monitor
switches off automatically if you do not press any but-
tons for one minute.
• 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 incor-
rect use.
Instructions for storage and maintenance
• The blood pressure monitor is made from preci-
sion and electronic components. The accuracy of the
measured values and service life of the device depend
on careful handling:
– Protect the device from impacts, humidity, dirt,
marked temperature fluctuations and direct sunlight.
– Do not drop the device.
– Do not use the device in the vicinity of strong elec-
tromagnetic fields and keep it away from radio sys-
tems or mobile telephones.
• We recommend that the batteries be removed if the
device will not be used for a prolonged period of time.
Notes on handling batteries
• If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery
fluid, rinse the affected areas with water and seek
medical assistance.
•
Choking hazard! Small children may swallow and
choke on batteries. Therefore, store batteries out of
the reach of small children.
• Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) polarity signs.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and
clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Protect batteries from excessive heat.
•
Risk of explosion! Do not throw batteries into a
fire.
• Do not charge or short-circuit batteries.
• If the device is not to be used for a relatively
long period, take the batteries out of the battery
compartment.
• Use identical or equivalent battery types only.
• Always replace all batteries at the same time.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not disassemble, split or crush the batteries.
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