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• The E_ icon appears if it has not been possible to perform
the measurement properly. Observe the section in these in-
structions on error messages/troubleshooting and repeat the
measurement.
• The device switches off automatically after 1 minute.
Wait at least 5 minutes before taking another measurement!
Evaluating results
Cardiac arrhythmia:
This instrument can identify possible cardiac arrhythmia disor­
ders during measurement and if necessary indicates the mea­
surement with the flashing icon „
This may be an indicator for arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is a condi­
tion where the heart rhythm is abnormal as a result of defects
in the bioelectrical system controlling the heart beat. The sym­
ptoms (omitted or premature heart beats, slow or excessively
fast heart rate) may be caused, among other things, by heart
Range of blood pressure values
Grade 3: Severe hypertension
Grade 2: Moderate hypertension
Grade 3: Mild hypertension
High-normal
Normal
Optimal
Source: WHO, 1999
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Systolic Diastolic
(in mmHg) (in mmHg)
>=180 >=110
160-179 100-109
140-159 90-99
130-139 85-89
120-129 80-84
<120 <80
disease, age, physical predisposition, excessive use of stimu­
lants, stress or lack of sleep. Arrhythmia can only be ascertai­
ned through examination by your doctor.
Repeat the measurement if the flashing icon „
after the measurement. Please note that you should rest for 5
minutes between measurements and not talk or move during
the measurement. If the icon „
contact your doctor. Any self­diagnosis and treatment based
on the test results may be dangerous. It is vital to follow your
doctor's instructions.
WHO classification:
According to WHO Guidelines/Definitions and the latest fin­
dings, the test results can be classified and evaluated accor­
ding to the following chart:
The bar graph in the display and the scale on the unit indicate
the range of the blood pressure which has been recorded.
Measure
Seek medical advice
Seek medical advice
Have it checked regularly by doctor
Have it checked regularly by doctor
Check it yourself
Check it yourself
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