Important Safety Notes - Omron HEM-18 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

To assure the correct use of the product, basic safety measures should always be
followed including the warnings and cautions listed in this instruction manual.
SAFETY SYMBOLS USED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING
CAUTION
Contact your physician for specific information about your blood pressure.
Self-diagnosis and treatment using measured results may be dangerous.
Follow the instructions of your physician or licensed healthcare provider.
DO NOT adjust medication based on measurement results from this blood
pressure monitor. Take medication as prescribed by your physician. Only
a physician is qualified to diagnose and treat High Blood Pressure.
The monitor is not intended to be a diagnostic device.
Read all of the information in the instruction manual and any other
literature in the box before operating the unit.
Failure to assemble the parts correctly may result in injury or an incorrect
reading.
Make sure the metal D-ring does not pinch your skin.
This device is intended for use in measuring blood pressure in the adult
population.
Before you put the stethoscope binaural in your ears make sure the eartips
are securely fastened to the binaural.
Operate the device only as intended. Do not use the device for any other
purpose.
Dispose of the device, components and optional accessories according to
applicable local regulations. Unlawful disposal may cause environmental
pollution.
Changes or modification not approved by the manufacturer will void the
user warranty. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the user
or patient or damage to the equipment or other property.
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