Safety, Care, Accuracy Test And Disposal; Safety And Protection; Instrument Care; Cleaning The Cuff - Microlife Watch BP Home Manual

10. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal

Safety and protection

• This instrument may be used only for the purpose described in this
booklet. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage
caused by incorrect application.
• This instrument comprises sensitive components and must be
treated with caution. Observe the storage and operating condi-
tions described in the «Technical Specifications» section!
• Protect it from:
− water and moisture
− extreme temperatures
− impact and dropping
− contamination and dust
− direct sunlight
− heat and cold
• The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care.
• Only pump up the cuff when fitted.
• Do not use the instrument close to strong electromagnetic fields
such as mobile telephones or radio installations.
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• Do not use the instrument if you think it is damaged or notice
anything unusual.
• Never open the instrument.
• If the instrument is not going to be used for a prolonged period the
batteries should be removed.
• Read the further safety instructions in the individual sections of
this booklet.
Ensure that children do not use the instrument unsupervised;
some parts are small enough to be swallowed.

Instrument care

Clean the instrument only with a soft, dry cloth.

Cleaning the cuff

You can machine wash the cuff cover at 30°C (do not iron!).
WARNING: Under no circumstances, however, may you wash
the inner bladder! Always remove the sensitive bladder from
the sleeve before washing and replace it carefully again after-
wards.

Accuracy test

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