Safety, Care, Accuracy Test And Disposal; Technical Specifications - Microlife BP A50 Bedienungsanleitung

8. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal

Safety and protection
• This device may only be used for the purposes described in
these instructions. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for
damage caused by incorrect application.
• This device comprises sensitive components and must be
treated with caution. Observe the storage and operating condi-
tions described in the «Technical Specifications» section.
• Protect it from:
- water and moisture
- extreme temperatures
- impact and dropping
- contamination and dust
- direct sunlight
- heat and cold
• The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care.
• Only pump up the cuff once fitted.
• The function of this device may be compromised when used
close to strong electromagnetic fields such as mobile phones or
radio installations and we recommend a distance of at least
1 m. In cases where you suspect this to be unavoidable, please
verify if the device is working properly before use.
• Do not use this device if you think it is damaged or notice
anything unusual.
• Never open this device.
• If the device is not going to be used for a prolonged period the
batteries should be removed.
• Read the additional safety information provided within the indi-
vidual sections of this instruction manual.
Ensure that children do not use this device unsupervised;
some parts are small enough to be swallowed. Be aware of
the risk of strangulation in case this device is supplied with
cables or tubes.
Device care
Clean the device only with a soft, dry cloth.
Accuracy test
We recommend this device is tested for accuracy every 2 years or
after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please contact your
local Microlife-Service to arrange the test (see foreword).
Disposal
Batteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with
domestic waste.
BP A50
9. Guarantee
This device is covered by a 3 year guarantee from the date of
purchase. The guarantee is valid only on presentation of the guar-
antee card completed by the dealer (see back) confirming date of
purchase or the receipt.
• Batteries, cuff and parts that become worn with use are not
included.
• Opening or altering the device invalidates the guarantee.
• The guarantee does not cover damage caused by improper
handling, discharged batteries, accidents or non-compliance
with the operating instructions.
Please contact your local Microlife-Service (see foreword).

10. Technical Specifications

Operating conditions: 10 - 40 °C / 50 - 104 °F
15 - 95 % relative maximum humidity
Storage conditions: -20 - +55 °C / -4 - +131 °F
15 - 95 % relative maximum humidity
Weight: 320 g (including batteries)
Dimensions: 99 x 55 x 32 mm
Measuring procedure: oscillometric, corresponding to Korotkoff
method: Phase I systolic, Phase V
diastolic
Measurement range: 20 - 280 mmHg – blood pressure
40 - 200 beats per minute – pulse
Cuff pressure display
range: 0 - 299 mmHg
Resolution: 1 mmHg
Static accuracy: pressure within ± 3 mmHg
Pulse accuracy: ± 5 % of the readout value
Voltage source:
2 x 1.5 V alkaline batteries; size AAA
Battery lifetime: approx. 780 measurements
(using new batteries)
IP Class: IP20
Reference to EN 1060-1 /-3 /-4; IEC 60601-1;
standards: IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC); IEC 60601-1-11
Expected service life: Device: 5 years or 10000 measurements
Accessories: 2 years
This device complies with the requirements of the Medical Device
Directive 93/42/EEC.
Technical alterations reserved.
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