Safety Information - HoMedics BPW-1000-EU Manual De Instrucciones

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Caution: consult accompanying
documents
CE mark: conforms to essential
requirements of the Medical Device
Directive 93/42/EEC.
Manufacturer
Specifies serial number
CAUTION
• This device is intended for adult use only.
• This device is intended for non-invasive measuring and monitoring of arterial blood
pressure. It is not intended for use on extremities other than the wrist or for functions
other than obtaining a blood pressure measurement.
• Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. This unit allows you to monitor
your blood pressure. Do not begin or end medical treatment based solely on the
readings from this unit. Always consult your physician first.
• If you are taking medication, consult your physician to determine the most appropriate
time to measure your blood pressure. Never change a prescribed medication without
consulting your physician.
• This unit is not suitable for continuous monitoring during medical emergencies or
operations.
• If the wrist cuff pressure exceeds 40 kPa (300 mmHg), the unit will automatically
deflate. Should the wrist cuff not deflate when pressures exceeds 40 kPa (300 mmHg),
detach the wrist cuff from the wrist and press the "
• To avoid measurement errors, carefully read this manual before using the product.
• The equipment is not AP/APG equipment and not suitable for use in the presence of a
flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
• The operator shall not touch the battery and the patient simultaneously.
• The user must check that the equipment functions safely and see that it is in proper
working condition before being used.
Type B applied part
Disposal: do not dispose of this
product as unsorted municipal waste.
Collection of such waste separately
for special treatment is necessary.
Direct current
" button to stop inflation.
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