8. Care, maintenance and storing
the instrument
WARNING:
• Do not use any cuffs, tubes, parts and accessories
other than those explicitly recommended by the manu-
facturer for use with this product. Parts and accessories
not approved for use with the device may cause dam-
age to your health and to the product.
CAUTION:
• Do not disassemble the unit, it may result in injuries.
NOTICE:
• The blood pressure monitor is made up of precision
electronic components. Accuracy of readings and the
instrument's service life depend on careful handling.
Protect the unit against hard knocks (e.g. dropping the
unit), moisture, water, dirt, dust, chemicals, extreme hot
or cold temperatures, major temperature fluctuations,
direct exposure to sunlight and heat sources which are
too close (e.g. stoves, heating radiators). This may dam-
age the unit. The device must be stored in the speci-
fied ambient conditions. Please see section "8. Care,
maintenance and storing the instrument" and section
"10. Technical Specifications" for details.
• Do not use any aggressive solvents, cleaning agents,
detergents or any other strong chemicals to clean the
device.
• Never immerse and or spill water or any other liquid
onto the monitor or any components, otherwise liquid
will enter it and cause damage.
• Do not wash the unit in a washing machine, dish wash-
er or tumble dryer.
• Observe the local regulations for material disposal. Dis-
pose of the device, components and optional accessor-
ies according to applicable local regulations. Unlawful
disposal may cause environmental pollution.
• Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to the en-
vironment. Always dispose of batteries in accordance
with applicable local regulations.
• Never attempt to repair, open and/or disassemble the
unit (including arm cuff and optional accessory) or ad-
just it yourself. This may damage the unit and impair the
functions. If you need to have the unit repaired, please
contact our customer service. Please see warranty for
service contact. Before submitting any complaint, first
check the batteries and replace them if necessary.
• Changes or modifications to the device will nullify the
user warranty.
• Do not drop or insert any object into any opening or
hose. This may damage the unit.
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