Signs And Symbols; Safety Notes; Important - Beurer BG 64 Instrucciones Para El Uso

2. Signs and symbols

The following symbols appear in these instructions.
Warning Warning instruction indicating a risk of injury or damage to health.
Important Safety note indicating possible damage to the unit/accessory.
Note Note on important information.

3. Safety notes

Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use, be sure to make them acces-
sible to other users and observe the information they contain.
Safety notes
• The scales must not be used by persons with medical implants (e.g. heart pacemakers) Other-
wise their function could be impaired.
• Do not use during pregnancy.
• Do not stand on the outer edge to one side of the scale otherwise it may tip!
• Keep children away from packaging materials (risk of suffocation).
Notes on handling batteries
• Swallowing batteries can be extremely dangerous. Keep the batteries and scale out of the reach of small
children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek medical assistance immediately.
• Replace weak batteries before they discharge completely.
• Always replace all batteries at the same time and use batteries of the same type.
• Batteries must not be recharged, taken apart, thrown into an open fire or short circuited.
• Leaking batteries may damage the device. If you do not intend to use the device for longer periods, re-
move the batteries from the battery compartment.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to health and the environment. Always dispose of batteries
in accordance with applicable legal regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with the normal household
waste.
General notes
• The unit is for personal use only and is not intended for medical or commercial applications.
• Please note that technically related measuring tolerances are possible, as the scale is not calibrated for
professional medical applications.
• On delivery, the scale is set to "cm" and "kg". At the back of the scales is a switch to change between
"inches", "pounds" and "stones".
• Place the scale on a firm level floor; a firm floor covering is required for correct measurement.
• Repairs may only be carried out by Beurer customer service or authorised dealers. Before submitting
any complaint, first check the batteries and replace them if necessary.
• Should you have any questions concerning the use of our devices, please contact your dealer or cus-
tomer service.
Storage and maintenance
The precision of the measured values and service life of the unit depend on careful use:

Important

• The unit should be cleaned occasionally. Do not use abrasive detergents and never immerse the unit in
water.
• Ensure that no liquid gets on the scale. Never dip the scale into water. Never wash it under running wa-
ter.
• Do not place any objects on the scale when it is not being used.
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