Withings BPM Connect Instruction Manual page 13

Caution
General usage
Always consult your doctor if you believe you have a
blood pressure disorder. People with severe blood flow
problems, or blood disorders, should consult a doctor
before using the blood pressure monitor. Cuff inflation
may cause internal bleeding. Conditions such as common
arrhythmias, ventricular premature beats, arterial sclerosis,
poor perfusion, diabetes, age, pregnancy, pre-eclampsia or
renal disease may affect the performance of the automated
sphygmomanometer and/or its blood pressure reading.
BPM Connect is a precision measuring device designed to
be understood by lay users but it should still be handled
with care. Exposing the device to lint, dust or sunlight for
a long period of time may reduce its lifetime or damage
it. A damaged cuff or sensor may lead to incorrect
measurements.The device may not be connected via a USB
port. This device is intended for home use and is not to
be used in a clinical setting. The cuff will come in contact
with the skin. Measurements may be affected by extreme
temperatures, humidity and altitude.
Following REACH Regulation 1907/2006, there is an open
risk on plomb and D6.
- Do not leave the blood pressure monitor unattended with
infants or persons who cannot express their consent.
- Do not use the blood pressure monitor for any purpose
other than measuring blood pressure.
- Do not disassemble the blood pressure monitor.
- Do not operate the blood pressure monitor in a moving
vehicle such as a car or an airplane.
- Do not use a cellular phone near the device.
- Do not use the device with the USB cable plugged.
- IUsing the cuff or too frequent measuremen continuously
or taking measurements too frequently may interfere with
blood flow and result in injury to the user.
- Do not apply the cuff if the arm has a wound or is
undergoing medical treatment, as this can cause further
injury.
- The cuff should not be used on the arm on the side of a
mastectomy.
- Using of the device with other equipment on the
same limb may cause damage to the device or other
equipment.
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