Microlife BP3AQ1-1 Instruction Manual page 2

Important Product and Safety Information
Follow Instructions for Use. This document provides important
product operation and safety information regarding this Blood
Pressure Monitor. Please read this document thoroughly before
using the device and keep for future reference.
This blood pressure monitor is an automatic digital blood pressure measuring
device for use by adults on the upper arm at home or in the doctor's office. It
enables a very fast and reliable measurement of the systolic and diastolic
blood pressure, as well as the pulse rate, by way of the oscillometric method.
This blood pressure monitor IS intended to be used:
• For self-measurement/monitoring of blood pressure and pulse in adults;
whereas the person being measured may be the user/operator of the
device.
• Within a home healthcare environment.
• With a cuff located upon the user's upper arm; ½ inch above the elbow over
the artery as indicated on the cuff.
This blood pressure monitor IS NOT intended for use with:
• Pregnancy
• Preeclampsia
• Children under 12
• Neonatal patients
WARNING – Potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided
may result in serious injury or death.
• Self-measuring means monitoring, not diagnosis or treatment. Unusual val-
ues must always be discussed with your doctor. Under no circumstances
should you independently alter the dosages of any drugs prescribed by your
physician.
• Consult your physician before using this device if any of the following or
similar conditions are present: arrhythmias such as atrial or ventricular pre-
mature beats or atrial fibrillation, arterial sclerosis, poor perfusion, dia-
betes, age, pregnancy, preeclampsia, renal diseases. Motion during mea-
surement, including trembling or shivering may affect the measurement.
• Though not for use with children under 12, ensure that any children around
this device are supervised; some parts are small enough to be swallowed
and any present tubes or cables may provide a risk of strangulation.
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