Safety, Care, Accuracy Test And Disposal - Microlife Bp W10 Basic Bedienungsanleitung

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 conditions
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 diagnosis.
It is not replacing the need for the consultation of a physician,
especially if not matching the patient's symptoms.
Microlife BP W10 Basic
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.
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 pedi-
atric 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 pressuriza-
tion, do not use the device, to avoid worsening of the injuries or
conditions.
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