Using A Mains Adapter; Error Messages; Safety, Care, Accuracy Test And Disposal; Safety And Protection - Microlife BP A100 Démarrage Rapide

8. Using a Mains Adapter

You can operate this instrument using the Microlife mains adapter
(DC 6V, 600mA).
Only use the Microlife mains adapter available as an orig-
inal accessory appropriate for your supply voltage, e.g. the
«Microlife 230V adapter».
Ensure that neither the mains adapter nor the cable are
damaged.
1. Plug the adapter cable into the mains adapter socket 5 in the
blood pressure monitor.
2. Plug the adapter plug into the wall socket.
When the mains adapter is connected, no battery current is consumed.

9. Error Messages

If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement is
interrupted and an error message, e.g. «ERR 3», is displayed.
Error Description Potential cause and remedy
«ERR 1» Signal too The pulse signals on the cuff are too weak.
weak Re-position the cuff and repeat the
measurement.*
«ERR 2» Error signal During the measurement, error signals were
detected by the cuff, caused for instance by
movement or muscle tension. Repeat the
measurement, keeping your arm still.
«ERR 3» No pressure An adequate pressure cannot be generated
in the cuff in the cuff. A leak may have occurred.
Check that the cuff is correctly connected
and is not too loose. Replace the batteries if
necessary. Repeat the measurement.
«ERR 5» Abnormal The measuring signals are inaccurate and
result no result can therefore be displayed. Read
through the checklist for performing reliable
measurements and then repeat the
measurement.*
«HI» Pulse or The pressure in the cuff is too high (over
cuff pres- 300 mmHg) OR the pulse is too high (over
sure too 200 beats per minute). Relax for 5 minutes
high and repeat the measurement.*
«LO» Pulse too The pulse is too low (less than 40 beats per
low minute). Repeat the measurement.*
* Please consult your doctor, if this or any other problem occurs
repeatedly.
BP A100
If you think the results are unusual, please read through the
information in «Section 1.» carefully.

10. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal

Safety and protection

This instrument may only be used for the purposes described in
this booklet. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage
caused by incorrect application.
This instrument comprises sensitive components and must be
treated with caution. Observe the storage and operating condi-
tions described in the «Technical Specifications» section!
Protect it from:
- water and moisture
- extreme temperatures
- impact and dropping
- contamination and dust
- direct sunlight
- heat and cold
The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care.
Only pump up the cuff once fitted.
Do not use the instrument close to strong electromagnetic fields
such as mobile telephones or radio installations.
Do not use the instrument if you think it is damaged or notice
anything unusual.
Never open the instrument.
If the instrument is not going to be used for a prolonged period
the batteries should be removed.
Read the additional safety instructions in the individual sections
of this booklet.
Ensure that children do not use the instrument unsuper-
vised; some parts are small enough to be swallowed.

Instrument care

Clean the instrument only with a soft, dry cloth.

Cleaning the cuff

You can machine wash the cuff cover at 30°C (do not iron!).
WARNING: Under no circumstances, however, may you
wash the inner bladder! Always remove the sensitive
bladder from the sleeve before washing and replace it care-
fully again afterwards.
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