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deemed liable for any damage caused by inappropriate or incorrect use.
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People with physical, sensory or mental disabilities or unskilled people, may use and perform maintenance
on the product only under adult supervision. Children must not play with the device.
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To prevent the possibility of accidental strangulation, keep the device away from children and avoid
wrapping the cuff around the neck.
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Handle the product with care, protect it against accidental impact, extreme temperature fluctuations,
humidity, dust, direct sunlight and sources of heat.
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In the event of a failure and/or malfunction, turn off the device without tampering with it. Always contact
your retailer for repairs.
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Ensure hands are dry when using the on and off key.
NEVER submerge the product in water or any other liquids.
CAUTION! PRIOR TO USING THIS DEVICE
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This device can measure blood pressure in adults, 18 years and older (wrist circumference from approx.
13.5 to 21.5 cm). To measure a child's blood pressure, consult your physician.
To measure a child's blood pressure, consult your physician.
DO NOT use this device if you are affected by severe arrhytmias.
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Measuring your own blood pressure is a way of monitoring it and must not be considered a diagnosis or
treatment.
Unusual readings must always be discussed with your physician. Under no circumstances should you alter
the dosages of any medication prescribed by your physician.
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Consult your physician prior to using the device in the following cases:
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patients with heart pacemakers,
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patients with an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia),
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pregnant women,
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when applying the device on an arm wound or injury,
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when applying the device on a limb where there may be an intravascular access device or arteriovenous
shunt (A-V),
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when applying the device on a person that has had a mastectomy,
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when using the blood pressure monitor at the same time as other medical monitoring devices already
being used on the same limb,
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when undergoing dialysis treatment,
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when taking anticoagulants, antiplatelets or steroids.
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In the following cases, the reading may be lower or imprecise: arteriosclerosis, upper limb spasticity,
low blood circulation, cardiovascular system disorders, very low blood pressure, blood flow disorders,
arrhythmias and other pre-pathological conditions.
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The device may give inaccurate readings if it is used in temperatures or humidity levels outside the limits
indicated in the "Technical Specifications" paragraph.
Do not use near strong magnetic fields and therefore keep away from radio or mobile phone systems (for
more information on interferences, see the paragraph "Electromagnetic compatibility").
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Use only with the original manufacturer's cuff. Use of non-original cuffs may lead to incorrect readings.
SAFE USE OF BATTERIES
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Remove the batteries if the device is not used for long periods of time and keep them in a well-ventilated
and dry place, at room temperature.
Do NOT mix old and new batteries.
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Use alkaline batteries only.
Do NOT recharge the batteries if they are not rechargeable.
Do NOT charge rechargeable batteries using methods other than those indicated in the manual or using
unsuitable equipment.
NEVER expose the batteries to sources of heat or direct sunlight. Failure to observe these instructions may
result in damage to and/or the explosion of the batteries.
Do NOT throw the batteries into an open flame.
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Batteries must always be removed or replaced by adults only.
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Keep batteries out of reach of children: the ingestion of batteries can cause serious harm and death. If a
battery is swallowed, seek urgent medical care.
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The acid in batteries is corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or garments.
CLASSIFICATION OF BLOOD PRESSURE READINGS
Blood pressure varies from person to person, rising and falling in each individual every day. It tends to rise
with age and also depends on the individual's lifestyle. After each blood pressure reading, the values will
be compared with the following table prepared by the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations
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