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It is designed for self-measurement by adults in a domestic en-
vironment.
Intended Users
The blood pressure measurement is suitable for adult users
whose upper arm circumference is within the range printed on
the cuff.
Clinical benefits
The user can record their blood pressure and pulse values quickly
and easily using the device. The recorded values are classified
according to internationally applicable guidelines and evaluated
graphically. Furthermore, the device can detect any irregular heart
beats that occur during measurement and inform the user via a
symbol in the display.
Indications
In the event of hypertension or hypotension, the user can inde-
pendently monitor their blood pressure and pulse values at home.
However, the user does not need to be suffering from hyperten-
sion or arrhythmia in order to use the device.
Contraindications
WARNING
• Do not use the blood pressure monitor on newborns, children
or pets.
• Persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
should be supervised by a person responsible for their safety
and receive instructions from that person on how to use the
device.
• Do not use the device if you are using electrical implants (e.g.
pacemakers).
• Do not use the device if you have metal implants.
• Do not use the cuff on people who have undergone a mastec-
tomy or lymph node clearance.
• Do not place the cuff over wounds as this may cause further
injury.
• Make sure that the cuff is not placed on an arm whose arteries
or veins are undergoing medical treatment, e.g. intravascular
access or intravascular therapy, or an arteriovenous (AV) shunt.
• Do not use the device on people with allergies or sensitive skin.
Undesirable side effects
• Skin irritation
• Negative influence on blood circulation
4. WARNINGS AND SAFETY NOTES
General warnings
WARNING
• The measurements you take are for your information only –
they are not a substitute for a medical examination! Discuss
your measured values with your doctor and never make your
own medical decisions based on them (e.g. regarding medi-
cine doses).
• The device is only intended for the purpose described in these
instructions for use. The manufacturer is not liable for damage
resulting from improper or incorrect use.
• Using the blood pressure monitor outside your home environ-
ment or while on the move (e.g. while travelling in a car, ambu-
lance or helicopter, or while undertaking physical activity such
as playing sport) can influence the measurement accuracy and
cause incorrect measurements.
• Cardiovascular diseases may lead to incorrect measurements
or have a detrimental effect on measurement accuracy.
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