Microlife BP3MA1-3 Instruction Booklet page 31

Other possible errors and their solutions
Situation
The display remains blank when the
unit is switched on although the
batteries are in place.
The device frequently fails to measure 1. Check the positioning of the cuff.
the blood pressure values, or the
values measured are too low or too high. while resting in a quiet environment.
Every measurement results in
different values, although the device
functions normally and expected values narrow range. Slight variations are
are displayed.
Blood pressure values differ from
those measured by your doctor.
Further Information
Your blood pressure is subject to fluctuations even in healthy people.
Comparable measurements always require the same conditions. (Quiet
conditions)!
If you are carefully following the directions in this booklet and the
fluctuations in your readings are larger than 15mmHg, and/or you hear
irregular pulse tones on several occasions, please consult your doc-
tor.
Your microlife blood pressure unit passed rigorous international standards set
both in the U.S. and in Europe. This device has been subjected to strict clinical
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Solution
1. Check batteries for correct polarity
and if necessary re-insert.
2. If the display functions erratically re-
insert batteries or exchange them.
2. Measure the blood pressure again
See 5.1 and 5.2
1. Your blood pressure
changes minute to minute within a
not abnormal.
1. Record your daily values and
consult your doctor.
Often measurements at the doctor's
office are high due to anxiety.