User manual

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Please note that the device may not meet its performance specifications if stored or used
outside the specified environmental conditions. Both measuring and LCD display in kPa is
available in ABPM-05 device only. This is an option which can be selected in the software.
The unit of measurement can be changed later in the database.
7. Care and maintenance
Protection and cleaning
The Meditech ambulatory blood pressure monitors are not specially protected against spills
or ingression of water or other liquids. Do not immerse the recorder in water or any cleaning
fluid and protect it from spills and splashes. Do not expose it to heavy rain or steam and do
not wear it in wet environment e.g: shower, bath or swimming pool. In case of minor effects
of wet environment, wipe off water drops with a dry cloth. Keep the recorder in a normal
dry room for at least one hour before use if condensation is suspected. In case of ingress of
water in the recorder, remove batteries from the unit, and refer the unit to authorized
service. Never place a recorder unit in a disinfecting or sterilizing machine! A recommended
means of cleaning is to wipe the recorder with a disinfectant cleaning tissue. Alternatively,
wipe with a slightly damp cloth then dry it with an antistatic tissue. Do not expose recorders
to extreme heat or radiation, including long exposure to direct strong sunlight. To wash the
cuff please do the following:
1. Remove the bladder.
2. Wash by hand the sleeve with lukewarm water and regular washing
liquid suitable for black material. Rinse well.
3. If required, wipe the bladder with a mild cleaning tissue.
4. Allow both bladder and sleeve to air dry.
5. Replace bladder in the sleeve.
Regular checks, warranty, service
Verification of the pressure measurement accuracy is recommended biannually. All the
devices are covered by a two-year warranty under general warranty conditions of Meditech
Ltd, see relevant topic. This warranty does not cover any malfunction or defects arising from
improper use, the use of inadequate accessories, accident, theft, or use of the device outside
operating environmental specifications or intended measurement range. Removing the
closing label from the back side of the device voids this warranty. There are no user
serviceable parts inside Meditech recorders; they contain high complexity electronic and fine
mechanical components. If you have any problems, please refer the recorder to qualified
service personnel. All consequances of improper servicing are the sole responsibility of the
user. Contact Meditech or your distributor for more service information.
Roll-out
Each ABPM recorder include an internal NiCd coin cell which falls under the category of
hazardous waste and should be disposed with proper care. The other parts of the device
should be handled as normal electronic waste at roll-out.