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• Do not self-diagnose or self-medicate on the basis of the measurement without consulting your
doctor. In particular, do not start taking any new medication or change the type and/or dosage of
any existing medication without prior approval.
• The ECG measuring device is not a substitute for a medical examination of your heart function or
for medical electrocardiogram recordings, which require more complex measurements.
• It is not possible to use the ECG measuring device to diagnose illnesses or diseases that may be
causing an ECG change. This is exclusively the responsibility of your doctor.
• We recommend that you record the ECG curves and provide them to your doctor if required.
This applies in particular if the status messages of the ECG measuring device do not show the
"OK" symbol.
Important safety notes on using the ECG stick
• We recommend against using the device if you have a pacemaker or other implanted devices.
Follow the advice given by your doctor, if applicable.
• Do not use the device with a defibrillator.
• Do not use the device during an MRT examination.
• Do not expose the device to static electricity. Always ensure that you are free of static electricity
before operating the device.
• Never submerge the device in water or other liquids. Do not clean the device with acetone or other
volatile solutions. Clean the device with a cloth dampened with water or a mild cleaning liquid.
Then dry the device using a dry cloth.
• Do not place the device in pressure vessels or gas sterilisation devices.
• Do not allow the device to fall and do not step on or shake the device.
• Do not dismantle the device, as this could cause damage or malfunctions or impede the opera-
tion of the device.
• Do not use the device with persons with sensitive skin or allergies.
• This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with restricted physical, sensory
or mental skills or a lack of experience and/or a lack of knowledge, unless they are supervised by
a person who is responsible for their safety or are instructed by such a person in how to use the
device. Supervise children around the device to ensure they do not play with it.
• This device is not approved for use with children weighing less than 10 kg.
• Do not allow the electrodes of the device to come into contact with other conductive parts (in-
cluding earth).
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