Beurer BC 44 - Manual (Page 14)

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• Do not inflate the cuff unless wrapped around wrist.
• If no button is pressed for approx. 1 minute the automatic
shut off function shuts off the unit in order to preserve the
batteries.
• Do not touch the unit and cuff and/or press any buttons
when measurement is in progress, except for stopping the
measurement. Doing so may cause incorrect readings.
5.4 Taking Measurement
NOTE:
If you are using the unit for the first time, please remove the
protective film from the display.
• Put on the cuff around your bare left wrist as described
previously and assume the position in which you want to
carry out the measurement.
• Start the blood pressure monitor with the start/stop but-
ton . A beep and a brief display of all the symbols con-
firm that the device is switched on.
• Before the measurement, the last saved test result is briefly
displayed. If there is no measurement in the memory, the
instrument always displays the value “0”.
• The cuff is pumped up to 190 mmHg. Cuff air pressure
is released slowly, the pulse symbol
g
is flashing and
the pulse is measured. As the cuff deflates, decreasing
numbers appear on the display.
If a tendency towards high blood pressure is already de-
tectable, the cuff is pumped up again and cuff pressure
increased further. The pulse symbol flashes as soon
as a pulse is found.
• After the pressure has been completely reduced, the sys-
tolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse readings are
displayed.
• Measuring can be interrupted at any time by pressing the
start/stop button .
• “Er_” appears if it has not been possible to perform the
measurement properly. See section 8. on error messages/
troubleshooting and repeat the measurement.
• The test result is saved automatically.
• To switch off press the start/stop button
again. If you
forget to switch off the device, it switches off automati-
cally after approx. 1 minute.
Wait at least 5 minutes before taking another measure-
ment.
6. Evaluating results
WARNING:
This product does not and is not intended to provide a •
medical diagnosis. Measurements results are for refer-
ence only. Self-diagnosis and treatment, e.g. regarding
medication, using measured results represent a risk for
your health. Always consult with a licensed physician
for determination of appropriate medication and dos-