Battery Charge Indicator - Microlife BP3GT1-6X Instruction Manual

5.10. Battery charge indicator

Batteries almost discharged
When the batteries are approximately 75% used, the battery symbol
will flash a few times as soon as the instrument is switched on (if at
least one of the batteries still has some charge). Although the
instrument will continue to measure reliably, you should obtain
replacement batteries.
Batteries discharged – replacements required
When the batteries are discharged, the battery symbol will appear,
unblinking, as soon as the instrument is switched on. You cannot
take any further measurements and must replace the batteries.
1. Open the battery compartment on the bottom of the instrument.
2. Replace the batteries – ensure they are correctly connected, as shown on the
symbols in the compartment.
3. The memory retains all values although date and time (and possibly also set alarm
times) must be reset – the year number will flash automatically after the batteries
are replaced.
4. To set date and time, follow the procedure described in Section 4.4.
Note:
Use four new, Long-Life 1.5 V AAA batteries. Do not use batteries beyond their expira-
tion date. If the monitor is not going to be used for a prolonged period, the batteries
should be removed.
Using rechargeable batteries
You can also operate this instrument using rechargeable batteries.
• Please use only type "NiMH" reusable batteries.
• If the battery symbol (
recharged. They must not remain inside the instrument, as they may become
damaged through total discharge even when switched off. The batteries must NOT
be discharged in the blood pressure monitor. If you do not intend to use the instru-
ment for a week or more, always remove the rechargeable batteries.
• Recharge these batteries using an external charger and follow manufacturer's
instructions carefully.
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) appears, the batteries must be removed and