Microlife BP 3AG1 Mode D'emploi page 8

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 back side of the de-
vice (see illustration).
a) Remove cover as illustrated
b) Insert the batteries (4 x size AA 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.
Attention!
• After the battery warning appears, the device is blocked until the
batteries have been replaced.
• Please use «AA» Long-Life or Alkaline 1.5V Batteries. The use of
1.2V Accumulators is not recommended.
• If the blood-pressure monitor is left unused for long periods,
please remove the batteries from the device.
Functional check: Hold on the O/I button down to test all the display elements. When functioning correctly
all segments must appear.
4.2. Using a mains adapter (special accessory)
It is possible to operate this blood-pressure instrument Through a mains adaptor (output 6 V DC / 600 mA with
plug). Make certain that you use a mains adaptor which fulfils the legal requirements (CE sign).
a) Plug the plug into the socket at the left side of the device.
b) Plug the mains adaptor into a 230/110 V power socket.
c) Test that power is available by pressing the O/I button.
Note:
• No power is taken from the batteries while the mains adaptor is connected to the instrument.
• If the mains voltage is interrupted during the measurement (e.g. by removal of the mains adaptor from
the mains socket), the instrument must be reset by removing the plug from its socket.
• Please consult a specialist dealer if you have questions relating to the mains adaptor.
4.3. Tube connection
Insert the cuff tube into the opening provided on the left
side of the instrument, as shown in the diagram.
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