Monitor Care; Cleaning The Cuff - Microlife Aponorm Basis Control Instructions For Use Manual

· Do not use this monitor if you think it is
damaged or if you notice anything unusual.
· Never open the monitor.
· If the monitor is not going to be used for a
prolonged period of time, the batteries must
be removed.
· Read the additional safety information in the
individual sections of these instructions.
· The measuring result shown by this monitor
is NOT a diagnosis. It is not a substitute for a
professional evaluation by a physicist, in par-
ticular not if the result does not correspond
to the patient's physical condition. Never rely
on blood pressure measurements alone. All
potential symptoms and the patient's state-
ments must be taken into consideration. If
necessary, call an ambulance or a physician.
· Permanently high blood pressure values
can damage your health and must be
treated by your doctor!
· Always discuss your values with your doctor
and tell them if you have noticed anything
unusual or feel unsure. Never rely on blood
pressure readings alone.
Under no circumstances should you alter
·
the dosages of any drugs prescribed or
start medication without consultation
with your doctor.
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· Deviations between measurements taken
by your doctor or in the pharmacy and those
taken at home are quite normal, as these
situations are completely different.
· The pulse rate display is not suitable
for checking the frequency of heart
pacemakers!
· If you are pregnant, you should monitor your
blood pressure very closely as it can change
drastically during this time!
Do not let unsupervised children use
the monitor. Some of the components
are so small that children can swallow
them or choke on them. Beware of the
risk of strangulations in case this
monitor is fitted with cables or tubes.

Monitor care

Clean the monitor only with a soft, dry cloth.

Cleaning the cuff

Remove stains on the cuff carefully with a damp
cloth and soapsuds or a commercial disinfectant.
WARNING: Do not wash the cuff in a
washing machine or a dishwasher!
WARNING: Do not dry the cuff in a tumble
dryer!