Inserting the batteries. Microlife BP A2 Classic

2. Using the Device for the First Time

Inserting the batteries

After you have unpacked your device, first insert the batteries. The battery compartment 5 is on the bottom of the device. Insert the batteries (4 x 1.5 V, size AA), thereby observing the indicated polarity.

Selecting the correct cuff

Microlife offers different cuff sizes. Select the cuff size to match the circumference of your upper arms (measured by close fitting in the centre of the upper arm).

M

L

Cuff size

S for circumference of upper arm

17 - 22 cm (6.75 - 8.75 inches)

22 - 32 cm (8.75 - 12.5 inches)

32 - 42 cm (12.5 - 16.5 inches)

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M - L 22 - 42 cm (8.75 - 16.5 inches)

 Optional preformed cuffs «Easy» are available.

Only use Microlife cuffs.

Contact your local Microlife Service if the enclosed cuff 6 does not fit.

Connect the cuff to the device by inserting the cuff connector 7 into the cuff socket 3 as far as it will go.

3. Taking a Blood Pressure Measurement using this

Device

Checklist for taking a reliable measurement

1. Avoid activity, eating or smoking immediately before the measurement.

2. Sit down for at least 5 minutes before the measurement and relax.

3. Always measure on the same arm (normally left).

4. Remove close-fitting garments from the upper arm. To avoid constriction, shirt sleeves should not be rolled up - they do not interfere with the cuff if they are laid flat.

5. Always ensure that the correct cuff size is used (marking on the cuff).

• Fit the cuff closely, but not too tight.

• Make sure that the cuff is positioned 2 cm above the elbow.

• The artery mark located on the cuff (ca. 3 cm long bar) must lie over the artery which runs down the inner side of the arm.

• Support your arm so it is relaxed.

• Ensure that the cuff is at the same height as your heart.

6. Press the ON/OFF button 1 to start the measurement.

7. The cuff will now pump up automatically. Relax, do not move and do not tense your arm muscles until the measurement result is displayed. Breathe normally and do not talk.

8. When the correct pressure is reached, the pumping stops and the pressure falls gradually. If the required pressure was not reached, the device will automatically pump some more air into the cuff.

9. During the measurement, the pulse indicator AM flashes in the display.

10.The result, comprising the systolic 9 and the diastolic AT blood pressure and the pulse rate AK is displayed. Note also the explanations on further display symbols in this booklet.

11.When the device has finished measuring, remove the cuff.

12.Switch off the device. (The monitor does switch off automatically after approx. 1 min.).

 You can stop the measurement at any time by pressing the

ON/OFF button (e.g. if you feel uneasy or an unpleasant pressure sensation).

4. Appearance of the Heart Arrhythmia Indicator for early Detection

This symbol AL indicates that certain pulse irregularities were detected during the measurement. In this case, the result may deviate from your normal blood pressure – repeat the measurement. In most cases, this is no cause for concern. However, if the symbol appears on a regular basis (e.g. several times a week with measurements taken daily) we advise you to tell your doctor.

Please show your doctor the following explanation:

Information for the doctor on frequent appearance of the

Arrhythmia indicator

This device is an oscillometric blood pressure monitor that also analyses pulse frequency during measurement. The device is clinically tested.

The arrhythmia symbol is displayed after the measurement, if pulse irregularities occur during measurement. If the symbol appears more frequently (e.g. several times per week on measurements performed daily) we recommend the patient to seek medical advice.

This device does not replace a cardiac examination, but serves to detect pulse irregularities at an early stage.

5. Data Memory

This device automatically stores the last 30 measurement values.

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