Safety, Care, Accuracy Test And Disposal - Microlife BP A2 Basic Manual

Error Description Potential cause and remedy
«HI» Pulse or cuff The pressure in the cuff is too high
pressure too (over 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 low The pulse is too low (less than 40 beats
per minute). Repeat the measure-
ment.*
* Please immediately consult your doctor, if this or any other
problem occurs repeatedly.
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If you think the results are unusual, please read through the
information in «Section 1.» carefully.

10.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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Ensure that children do not use this device unsupervised;
some parts are small enough to be swallowed. Be aware of
the risk of strangulation in case this device is supplied with
cables or tubes.
Contra-indications
Do not use this device if the patient's condition meets the following
contra-indications, to avoid inaccurate measurements or injuries.
 The device is not intended for measuring blood pressure in
pediatric patients of age younger than 12 years old (children,
infant, or neonates).
 Presence of significant cardiac arrhythmia during measurement
may interfere with blood pressure measurement and affect the
reliability of blood pressure readings. Consult with your doctor
about whether the device is suitable for use in this case.
 The device measures blood pressure using a pressured cuff. If
the measuring limb suffers from injuries (for example open
wounds) or under conditions or treatments (for example intrave-
nous drip) making it unsuitable for surface contact or pressur-
ization, do not use the device, to avoid worsening of the injuries
or conditions.
 Patient motions during measurement may interfere with the
measurement process and influence results.
 Avoid taking measurements of patients with conditions,
diseases, and susceptible to environment conditions that lead
to incontrollable motions (e.g. trembling or shivering) and
inability to communicate clearly (for example children and
unconscious patients).
 The device uses oscillometric method to determine blood pres-
sure. The arm being measure should have normal perfusion.
The device is not intended to be used on a limb with restricted
or impaired blood circulation. If you suffer with perfusion or
blood disorders, consult your doctor before using the device.
 Avoid taking measurement on the arm on the side of a mastec-
tomy or lymph node clearance.
 Do not use this device in a moving vehicle (for example in a car
or on an aircraft).
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.