Important Product Notices And Safety Instructions - HoMedics BPM-010 Manual

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MPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICES AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using your blood pressure monitor, basic
precautions should always be followed. Please
read and follow all instructions and warnings before
using this product. Save these instructions for future
reference.
• P lease note that this is a home healthcare
product only and it is not intended to serve as a
substitute for the advice of a physician or medical
professional.
• D o not use this device for diagnosis or treatment
of any health problem or disease. Measurement
results are for reference only. Consult a healthcare
professional for interpretation of pressure
measurements. Contact your physician if you have
or suspect any medical problem.
Do not change your medications without the advice
of your physician or healthcare professional.
• P roper cuff size is critical for accurate
measurements. Follow the instructions in this
manual and printed on the arm cuff to ensure the
appropriate size of cuff is being used.
• Use blood pressure monitor only for its
intended use.
• D o not wrap the cuff around body parts other than
your arm.
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• T his product is intended for use in measuring the
blood pressure of adults. Do not use this product on
infants or those who cannot express their own consent.
This product should not be operated by children.
• Do not overinflate cuff as this may cause injury
and/or damage to the product.
Blood pressure measurements determined with this
device are equivalent to those obtained by a trained
observer using the cuff/stethoscope ausculatory
method, within the limits prescribed by the American
National Standard, Manual, electronic, or automated
sphygmomanometers.
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