determined or no measurement
results are obtained (Err).
If this symbol
often, it can be a sign of heart
rhythm disorders. In this case,
consult your doctor. Severe heart
rhythm disorders may produce
false measurements or impair
the measuring accuracy. Please
discuss with your doctor whether
self-measurement of blood pres-
sure is suitable for you. Altered
measured values may occur in
the case of self-measurement
performed by cardiac pacemaker
wearers. The blood pressure
monitor itself has no impact on
the cardiac pacemaker. Please
note that the displayed pulse
rate is not suitable for checking
the rate of cardiac pacemakers.
Please check with your doctor
whether self-measurement of
blood pressure is advisable if you
are wearing a cardiac pacemaker.
8.5 Important notes for self-
measurement
Individual readings are situation-
related and thus are not useful.
Even slight changes in internal
and external factors (e.g. deep
breathing, stimulants, talking,
excitement, climatic factors) lead
to fl uctuations in blood pressure.
This is why your doctor and
pharmacist often obtain different
readings.
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Always measure blood pressure
on the same arm and rest the
forearm relaxed on a support.
Measurement can be taken on
the right or left arm. The arm
giving higher readings should
be used for long-term blood
pressure monitoring.
Patients who tend to bruise
and/or are sensitive to pain on
pressure, should only take blood
pressure measurements after
consulting a doctor.
The medium cuff is suitable for
an upper arm circumference
between 22 and 32 cm, the
large cuff is suitable for an
upper arm circumference
between 32 and 42 cm. Outside
these limits correct readings may
no longer be guaranteed.
9. Maintenance of the device
Do not expose the device neither
to extreme temperatures nor to
humidity, dust, or direct sunlight
because this may lead to mal-
function.
This device consists of high-
quality electronic precision
components. Protect the device
from knocks and do not immerse
in water.
The moulded cuff (accessory)
should not be folded or over-
stretched.
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