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Cleaning and maintenance
The blood pressure monitor and the cu can be wiped with a soft cloth moistened with
a mild detergent and wiped dry with a soft, dry cloth or paper towel. Never use strong,
caustic detergents as these may cause damage to the synthetic parts. Also, never use
diluents, alcohol or kerosene to clean the device.
Safety and electrical devices
• When the device is not used, store it in a safe place.
• Only use the device on the upper wrist, not on other body parts.
• When the device is not used for extended periods of time, it is recommended that you
remove the batteries to avoid leakage which may cause damage to the device.
• If the device has been stored at very low temperatures near the freezing point, please
allow it to obtain room temperature before using it again.
• Neither device nor cu must be disassembled as this may cause serious damage to the
device. If repair is necessary, the device must be returned to the store where it was
purchased. Do not attempt to open the device or adjust the inner parts yourself.
• Do not submerge the device in water or other liquids as this will cause damage to the
device.
• Do not expose the device nor the cu to extreme temperatures, moisture or direct
sunlight. Protect the device against dust.
• The cu should not be folded up tightly. The device must not be activated if it is not
appropriately tted to the upper wrist.
• Avoid dropping the device and do not subject it to heavy pressure.
• The device must not be exposed to extreme shocks such as being dropped on the
oor.
• The device is intended for use in private households only and is only suited for use with
adults (over 18 years of age).
• If the highly unlikely incident should occur that the cu continues to in ate and does
not stop, immediately remove the cu from the upper wrist.
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