C) Habits
• Give up smoking completely
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (Coffee)
D) Physical constitution
• After a preliminary medical examination, do regular sport.
• Choose sports which require stamina and avoid those which require strength.
• Avoid reaching the limit of your performance.
• With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your doctor before beginning your
sporting activities. He will advise you regarding the type and extent of types of sport that are possible for you.
3. The various components of the blood pressure monitor
The illustration shows the blood pressure monitor, consisting of:
a) Measuring unit
LCD-display
b) Cuff
cuff type M for arm circumference 22 - 32 cm or
cuff type L for arm circumference 32 - 42 cm
(available as special accessory)
4. Putting the blood pressure monitor into operation
4.1. Inserting the batteries
After you have unpacked your device, first insert the
batteries. The battery compartment is located on the
underside of the device (see illustration).
a) Remove cover as illustrated
b) Insert the batteries (2 x size 1.5 V), thereby observing the indicated polarity.
c) If the battery warning appears in the display, the batteries are empty and must
be replaced by new ones.
4
Bulb
O/I button
Handle