Flat Battery - Replacement; Which Batteries And Which Procedure; Error Messages; Safety, Care, Accuracy Test And Disposal - Microlife BP B1 Classic Manual

Flat battery - replacement

When the batteries are flat, the battery symbol AM will flash as soon
as the device is switched on (flat battery displayed). You cannot
take any further measurements and must replace the batteries.
1. Open the battery compartment 6 at the back of the device.
2. Replace the batteries – ensure correct polarity as shown by the
symbols in the compartment.
3. To set date and time, follow the procedure described in Section
«2. Using the device for the first time».
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The measurements stored in the memory are deleted when
the batteries are removed from the battery compartment
(e.g. when replacing batteries).

Which batteries and which procedure?


Use 4 new, long-life 1.5 V, size AAA alkaline batteries.
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Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry.
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Remove batteries if the device is not going to be used for a
prolonged period.

8. Error messages

If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement is
interrupted and an error message, e.g. «ERR 3», is displayed.
Error Description Potential cause and remedy
«ERR Signal too The pulse signals on the cuff are too
1» weak weak. Re-position the cuff and repeat
the measurement.*
AR
«ERR Error signal During the measurement, error signals
2» were detected by the cuff, caused for
instance by movement or muscle
AQ-B
tension. Repeat the measurement,
keeping your arm still.
«ERR
Abnormal An adequate pressure cannot be gener-
3» cuff pres- ated in the cuff. A leak may have
sure occurred. Check that the cuff is correctly
AQ-C
connected and is not too loose. Replace
the batteries if necessary. Repeat the
measurement.
Microlife BP B1 Classic
Error Description Potential cause and remedy
«ERR Abnormal The measuring signals are inaccurate
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result and no result can therefore be displayed.
Read through the checklist for
performing reliable measurements and
then repeat the measurement.*
«HI» Pulse or cuff The pressure in the cuff is too high (over
pressure too 299 mmHg) OR the pulse is too high
high (over 200 beats per minute). Relax for 5
minutes and repeat the measurement.*
«LO» Pulse too The pulse is too low (less than 40 beats
low per minute). Repeat the measurement.*
* Please immediately consult your doctor, if this or any other
problem occurs repeatedly.

9. Safety, care, accuracy test and disposal

Safety and protection
 Follow instructions for use. This document provides important
product operation and safety information regarding this device.
Please read this document thoroughly before using the device
and keep for future reference.
 This device may only be used for the purposes described in
these instructions. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for
damage caused by incorrect application.
 This device comprises sensitive components and must be
treated with caution. Observe the storage and operating condi-
tions described in the «Technical specifications» section.
 The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care.
 Only pump up the cuff once fitted.
 Do not use this device if you think it is damaged or notice
anything unusual.
 Never open this device.
 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 diag-
nosis. It is not replacing the need for the consultation of a physi-
cian, 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.
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