User manual KOMPERNASS BALANCE KH 8097 BLOOD PRESSURE METER

[. . . ] · Especially in such cases you should not rely on the measurement values determined by yourself!· Under no circumstances should you abstain from having your blood pressure measured by a doctor in cases of known ailment, although the values shown by this appliance are without defect! 5 This blood pressure meter contains precision components and electronics. Measurement accuracy and the usable life of the appliance both depend on careful handling: You must . . . - use the appliance only in normal interior ambient conditions; protect it from humidity, dirt, exposure to excess heat or cold, and temperature fluctuations. [. . . ] ´ Press the button START / STOP , to discontinue the programming of limit values. The programming of limit values into each of the 3 memory slots ("no. Fitting the appliance Use the appliance only on persons whose wrist 'fits' the pressure sleeve. The sleeve must be attached lightly and closed firmly with the Velcro fastener. - the wrist is too thin, it may not be possible to pump up the pressure sleeve sufficiently, and in this case an exact measurement is not possible. - the wrist is too thick, it may not be possible to fasten the pressure sleeve firmly enough and, in this case also, it is not possible to obtain an exact measurement. Caution: Do not use the appliance if you have any injuries or lesions to the wrist. A measurement of blood pressure can only be meaningful if the blood circulation has settled. You should take a seat and relax for 3 - 5 minutes before taking a measurement. 10 Notice: Before taking the first measurement, remove the protective foil from the display. Close the Velcro fastener firmly - but only sufficiently to ensure the sleeve is lying evenly. 11 8. Measuring blood pressure DATE TIME SYS. mmHg DIA. mmHg PULSE /MIN. · » ¿ ´ ¶ M MODE SET MEM START /STOP It is important to avoid moving the appliance in any way while a measurement is being taken. Position the arm such that the appliance is at the same level as the heart. This is roughly a hand's breadth above the bottom of the rib cage. ¶ Press the button SET , to programme the desired memory block (no. 1 to no. 3). All elements in the display appear shortly, then the desired memory block. 12 The measurement process starts with the pumping up of the sleeve. ´ To break off the measurement process press the button START / STOP again. If the measurement fails at this point, the appliance may pump some more air into the sleeve. If a measurement is taken successfully, the remaining air is released and the display shows . . . · the , , systolic" blood pressure at the top, in healthy adults it lies between about 105-140 mmHg, » the "diastolic" blood pressure in the middle, in healthy adults it lies between about 60-90 mmHg, ¿ the pulse measurement at the bottom. The m easured blood pressure as well as the programmed limit values are displayed alternatively. Should a limit value be exceeded (SYS or DIA) the appropriate value flashes in the display. Press the button START / STOP to change over to the Start display and possibly alter the programmed values. [. . . ] Storage and Disposal Should you not use the appliance for a longer period of time remove the batteries to prevent possible damage by battery leakage. Store it at a location that is both dry and protected from large temperature variations. If you wish to dispose of the appliance at a later time, take it to a recycling centre for electronic equipment. Notice: Empty batteries must not be disposed of in the ordinary household garbage (poisonous heavy metals). [. . . ]