Microlife BP A80 - Manual (Page 6)

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4. Appearance of the Heart Arrhythmia Indicator for
early Detection
This symbol AM indicates that certain pulse irregularities were
detected during the measurement. In this case, the result may
deviate from your normal blood pressure – repeat the measure-
ment. In most cases, this is no cause for concern. However, if the
symbol appears on a regular basis (e.g. several times a week with
measurements taken daily) we advise you to tell your doctor.
Please show your doctor the following explanation:
5. Data Memory
This instrument always stores the last result at the end of the
measurement. To call up the value, press and hold down the
ON/OFF button
1 (the instrument must be switched off first). All
display elements are now shown. Release the button when you
see the stored reading value and the letter «M».
6. Replacing the Slot-in Card
You can replace the slot-in card 3 by pulling it out to the side, as
shown in Fig. IV and replacing the paper insert.
It may be helpful to have your doctor note down the medication
dosage or an emergency telephone number on the card. Extra
cards are supplied with the instrument for this purpose.
7. Battery Indicator and Battery change
Low battery
When the batteries are approximately ¾ empty the battery symbol
AO will flash as soon as the instrument is switched on (partly filled
battery displayed). Although the instrument will continue to
measure reliably, you should obtain replacement batteries.
Flat battery – replacement
When the batteries are flat, the battery symbol
AO will flash as soon
as the instrument is switched on (flat battery displayed). You cannot
take any further measurements and must replace the batteries.
Which batteries and which procedure?
Using rechargeable batteries
You can also operate this instrument using rechargeable batteries.
11. When the measurement has finished, press the quick-acting
discharge valve AL in order to release any remaining air in
the cuff. Remove the cuff and pack it into the instrument as
shown in Fig. II.
12. Enter the result in the enclosed blood pressure pass and
switch off the instrument. (The monitor does switch off auto-
matically after approx. 1 min.).
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You can interrupt the measurement at any time by pressing
the quick-acting discharge valve
AL (e.g. if you feel uneasy
or notice an unpleasant pressure sensation).
Information for the doctor on frequent appearance of the
Arrhythmia indicator
This instrument is an oscillometric blood pressure monitor that
also analyses pulse frequency during measurement. The instru-
ment is clinically tested.
The arrhythmia symbol is displayed after the measurement, if
pulse irregularities occur during measurement. If the symbol
appears more frequently (e.g. several times per week on
measurements performed daily) we recommend the patient to
seek medical advice.
The instrument does not replace a cardiac examination, but
serves to detect pulse irregularities at an early stage.
1. Open the battery compartment 7 at the back of the instrument
by pushing inwards at the two arrows and pulling out the
battery compartment cover.
2. Replace the batteries – ensure correct polarity as shown by the
symbols in the compartment.
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Use 4 new, long-life 1.5V, size AA batteries.
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Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry.
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Remove batteries if the instrument is not going to be used
for a prolonged period.
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Only use «NiMH» type reusable batteries.
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Batteries must be removed and recharged when the flat
battery symbol appears. They should not remain inside the
instrument as they may become damaged (total discharge as
a result of low use of the instrument, even when switched off).
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Always remove the rechargeable batteries if you do not
intend to use the instrument for a week or more.
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Batteries cannot be charged in the blood pressure monitor.
Recharge batteries in an external charger and observe the
information regarding charging, care and durability.