Device Care; Cleaning The Cuff; Accuracy Test; Disposal - Microlife BP B3 AFIB Manual

 Read the additional safety information provided within the indi-
vidual sections of this instruction manual.
 The measurement results given by this device is not a diagnosis.
It is not replacing the need for the consultation of a physician,
especially if not matching the patient's symptoms. Do not rely on
the measurement result only, always consider other potentially
occurring symptoms and the patient's feedback. Calling a doctor
or an ambulance is advised if needed.
 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 him/her if
you have noticed anything unusual or feel unsure. Never rely
on single blood pressure readings.
 Under no circumstances should you alter the dosages of
drugs or initiate a treatment without consulting your doctor.
 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 display is not suitable for checking the
frequency of heart pacemakers!
 If you are pregnant, you should monitor your blood pressure
regularly as it can change drastically during this time.
Ensure that children do not use this device unsupervised;
some parts are small enough to be swallowed. Be aware of
the risk of strangulation in case this device is supplied with
cables or tubes.

Device care

Clean the device only with a soft, dry cloth.

Cleaning the cuff

The cuff delivered with this device is washable.
1. Remove the cuff connector 9 from the cuff tube AT and care-
fully pull the bladder through the opening at the edge of the cuff
cover.
2. Hand wash the cuff cover in soapsuds: not hotter than 30 °C.
3. Completely dry the cuff cover by linen drying.
4. Loop the cuff tube back through its opening and carefully place
the bladder flat in the cuff cover.
5. Reattach the cuff connector on the cuff tube.
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The bladder must lay straight in the cuff cover, not folded.
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Do not use fabric softener.
BP B3 AFIB
WARNING: Do not wash the cuff in a washing machine or
dishwasher!
WARNING: Do not dry the cuff cover in a tumble dryer!
WARNING: Under no circumstances may you wash the
inner bladder!

Accuracy test

We recommend this device is tested for accuracy every 2 years or
after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please contact your
local Microlife-Service to arrange the test (see foreword).

Disposal

Batteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with
domestic waste.

10. Guarantee

This device is covered by a 5 year guarantee from the date of
purchase. The guarantee is valid only on presentation of the guar-
antee card completed by the dealer (see back) confirming date of
purchase or the receipt.
 Batteries and parts that become worn with use are not included.
 Opening or altering the device invalidates the guarantee.
 The guarantee does not cover damage caused by improper
handling, discharged batteries, accidents or non-compliance
with the operating instructions.
 The cuff has a functional guarantee (bladder tightness) for 2 years.
Please contact your local Microlife-Service (see foreword).
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