Panasonic EW3002 - Manual (Page 4)

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6. Try to take your blood pressure measurements at the same time
and under the same conditions every day.
• The ideal time to measure your blood pressure (to obtain your so-
called “base blood pressure”) is in the morning just after waking
up, before having breakfast and before any major activity or
exercise. If this is not possible, however, try to take measurements
at a specified time prior to breakfast, and before you have become
active. You should relax for about 5 minutes before taking the
measurement.
• The following situations may cause substantial variations in blood
pressure readings and should therefore be avoided at least 30
minutes prior to taking your blood pressure.
Blood pressure will be higher than usual:
– when you are excited or tense
– when you are taking a bath
– during exercising or soon after exercising
– when it is cold
– within one hour after eating
– after drinking coffee, tea or other beverages containing caffeine
– after smoking tobacco
– when your bladder is full
Blood pressure will be lower than usual:
– after taking a bath
– after drinking alcohol
7. Measurements may be impaired if this device is used near a
television, microwave oven, X-ray equipment or other devices with
strong electrical fields. To prevent such interference, use the
monitor at a sufficient distance from such devices or turn the
devices off.
8. This device is designed for use by adults. Consult with your
physician before using this device on a child. Do not use on infants
or toddlers.
9. This device is not suitable for continuous monitoring during medical
emergencies or operations.
10. Do not use the unit for any purpose other than measuring blood
pressure. Also, do not use the unit in combination with any other
equipment.
11. Improper handling of batteries may result in battery rupture or in
corrosion from battery leakage. Please observe the following to
ensure proper use of batteries.
a. Be sure to turn off the power of the device after use.
b. Do not mix different types or sizes of batteries.
c. Change all batteries at the same time. Do not mix old and new
batteries.
d. Be sure to insert batteries with correct polarity, as instructed.
e. Remove batteries when they are worn out, and dispose of them
properly according to all applicable environmental regulations.
f. Do not disassemble batteries or throw them into a fire.
g. Do not short-circuit batteries.
h. Do not charge the batteries included with this unit.
Precautions to Ensure Safe, Reliable Operation
1. Do not drop the device. Protect it from sudden jars or shocks.
2. Do not insert foreign objects into any openings.
3. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit.
4. Do not crush the pressure cuff.
5. If the unit has been stored at temperatures below 0°C (32°F), leave
it in a warm place for about 15 minutes before using it. Otherwise,
the cuff may not inflate properly.
6. Do not store the unit in direct sunlight, high humidity or dust.