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Remember…
Only a healthcare professional is qualified to interpret blood•
pressure measurements. This device is NOT intended to replace
regular medical checkups.
It is recommended that your physician review your procedure for•
using this device.
Blood pressure readings obtained by this device should be verified•
before prescribing or making adjustments to any medications used
to control hypertension. Under no circumstances should YOU alter
the dosages of any drugs prescribed by your doctor.
This monitor is intended for use by adults only. Consult with a•
physician before using this instrument on a child.
In cases of irregular heartbeat (Arrhythmia), measurements made with this•
instrument should only be evaluated after consultation with your doctor.
Familiarize yourself with the section titled "About Blood Pressure".•
It contains important information on the dynamics of blood
pressure readings and will help you to obtain the best results.
2. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Warning: The device contains sensitive electronic components.
Avoid strong electrical or electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity
of the device (e.g., mobile telephones, microwave ovens). These can lead
to temporary impairment of the measuring accuracy.
Warning: Use of this instrument on patients under dialysis therapy or on
anticoagulant, antiplatelets, or steroids could cause internal bleeding.
Warning: Do not use cuffs, or batteries other than those included with this
product or replacement parts supplied by the manufacturer.
Warning: This system may fail to yield specified measurement
accuracy if operated or stored in temperature or humidity conditions
outside the limits stated in the specifications section of this manual.
Warning: This product may contain a chemical known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Please remember that comparable blood pressure measurements
always require the same time and the same conditions! These are
normally quiet conditions. If you follow the procedure described earlier and
still get fluctuations of blood pressure of greater than 15 mmHg and/or
you repeatedly hear irregular pulse tones, consult your doctor.
Attention!
Should any technical malfunctions arise in the blood pressure monitor,
please contact the dealer where you bought the device or ADC. Never
attempt to repair the instrument yourself! Any unauthorized opening
of the instrument invalidates all warranty claims.
11. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Do not expose the device to either extreme temperatures,
humidity, dust or direct sunlight.
Handle the cuff carefully and avoid all types of stress
through twisting or buckling in order not to damage the
sensitive air-tight bubble.
Clean the device with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use gas,
thinners or similar solvents. Spots on the cuff can be
removed carefully with a damp cloth and soapsuds. Do
not submerge the cuff in water!
Do not drop the monitor or treat it roughly in any way.
Never open the monitor!
This invalidates the manufacturer’s warranty.
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