Safety, Care, Accuracy Test And Disposal; Safety And Protection; Instrument Care; Cleaning The Cuff - Microlife BP A100 Plus Mode D'emploi

12. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal

Safety and protection

• This instrument may be used only for the purpose 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.

Accuracy test

We recommend this instrument is tested for accuracy every
2 years or after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please
contact Microlife-Service to arrange the test (see foreword).
BP A100 Plus

Disposal

Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with
domestic waste.

13. Guarantee

This instrument is covered by a 5 year guarantee from the date
of purchase. The guarantee is valid only on presentation of the
guarantee card completed by the dealer (see back) confirming date
of purchase or the receipt.
• Batteries, cuff and wearing parts are not included.
• Opening or altering the instrument invalidates the guarantee.
• The guarantee does not cover damage caused by improper
handling, discharged batteries, accidents or non-compliance
with the operating instructions.
Please contact Microlife-Service (see foreword).

14. Technical Specifications

Operating tempera- 10 - 40 °C / 50 - 104 °F
15 - 95 % relative maximum humidity
ture:
Storage temperature: -20 - +55 °C / -4 - +131 °F
15 - 95 % relative maximum humidity
Weight: 735 g (including batteries)
Dimensions: 160 x 140 x 98 mm
oscillometric, corresponding to Korotkoff
Measuring proce-
dure: method: Phase I systolic, Phase V diastolic
Measurement range: 30 - 280 mmHg – blood pressure
40 - 200 beats per minute – pulse
Cuff pressure display
0 - 299 mmHg
range:
1 mmHg
Resolution:
Static accuracy: pressure within ± 3 mmHg
Pulse accuracy: ± 5 % of the readout value
Voltage source: • 4 x 1.5 V Batteries; size AA
• Mains adapter DC 6V, 600 mA (optional)
EN 1060-1 /-3 /-4; IEC 60601-1;
Reference to
standards: IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC)
This device complies with the requirements of the Medical Device
Directive 93/42/EEC. Technical alterations reserved.
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