Microlife BP B2 Easy Manual page 4

Dear Customer,
This device was developed in collaboration with physicians and
clinical tests carried out prove its measurement accuracy to be of
a very high standard.*
If you have any questions, problems or want to order spare parts
please contact your local Microlife-Customer Service. Your dealer
or pharmacy will be able to give you the address of the Microlife
dealer in your country. Alternatively, visit the internet at
www.microlife.com where you will find a wealth of invaluable infor-
mation on our products.
Stay healthy – Microlife AG!
* This device uses the same measuring technology as the award
winning «BP 3BTO-A» model tested according to the British and
Irish Hypertension Society (BIHS) protocol.
Table of contents
1. Using the device for the first time
Inserting the batteries
Selecting the correct cuff
2. Checklist for taking a reliable measurement
3. Taking a blood pressure measurement
Manual inflation
How do I evaluate my blood pressure
Appearance of the irregular heartbeat (IHB) symbol
4. Data memory
5. Battery indicator and battery change
Low battery
Flat battery - replacement
Which batteries and which procedure?
Using rechargeable batteries
6. Using a mains adapter
7. Error messages
8. Safety, care, accuracy test and disposal
Device care
Cleaning the cuff
Accuracy test
Disposal
9. Guarantee
10. Technical specifications
1. Using the device for the first time
Inserting the batteries
After you have unpacked your device, first insert the batteries. The
battery compartment 5 is on the bottom of the device. Insert the
batteries (4 x 1.5 V, size AA), thereby observing the indicated
polarity.
2
Selecting the correct cuff
Microlife offers different cuff sizes. Select the cuff size to match the
circumference of your upper arms (measured by close fitting in the
centre of the upper arm).
Cuff size for circumference of upper arm
S 17 - 22 cm
M 22 - 32 cm
M - L 22 - 42 cm
L 32 - 42 cm
L - XL 32 - 52 cm
 Pre-shaped cuffs are optionally available.
 Only use Microlife cuffs.
Contact your local Microlife Service if the enclosed cuff 6 does

not fit.
Connect the cuff to the device by inserting the cuff connector 8
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into the cuff socket 3 as far as it will go.
2. Checklist for taking a reliable measurement
Avoid activity, eating or smoking immediately before the

measurement.
Sit down on a back-supported chair and relax for 5 minutes.

Keep your feet flat on the floor and do not cross your legs.
Always measure on the same arm (normally left). It is recom-

mended that doctors perform double arm measurements on a
patients first visit in order to determine which arm to measure in
the future. The arm with the higher blood pressure should be
measured.
Remove close-fitting garments from the upper arm. To avoid

constriction, shirt sleeves should not be rolled up - they do not
interfere with the cuff if they are laid flat.
Always ensure that the correct cuff size is used (marking on the

cuff).
 Fit the cuff closely, but not too tight.
 Make sure that the cuff is positioned 1-2 cm above the
elbow.
 The artery mark on the cuff (ca.3 cm long bar) must lie over
the artery which runs down the inner side of the arm.
 Support your arm so it is relaxed.
 Ensure that the cuff is at the same height as your heart.