Spengler AUTOTENSIO SPG440 Manual página 24

Individuals with serious circulation problems may experience discomfort. Consult your physician
prior to use.
Contact your physician if test results regularly indicate abnormal readings. Do not attempt to
self-treat these symptoms without consulting your physician first.
Make sure the electronic blood pressure doesn't stop the blood circulation
Product is designed for its intended use only. Do not misuse in any way.
Product is not intended for infants or individuals who cannot express their intentions.
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair.
Do not use cell phones and other devices, which generate strong electrical or electromagnetic
fields, near the device, as they may cause incorrect readings and interference or become interfe-
rence source to the device.
Only use a recommended AC adaptor double-insulated complying with EN 60601-1 and EN
60601-1-2 (see page 26). An unauthorized adaptor may cause fire and electric shock.
This device must not be used in presence of electrosurgery
This device must not be used during patient transport
Do not apply cuff on a wound, risk of more injuries
Do not mix new and old batteries simultaneously.
Replace batteries when Low Battery Indicator "
Be sure battery polarity is correct.
Do not mix battery types. Long-life alkaline batteries are recommended.
Remove batteries from device when not in operation for more than 3 months.
Dispose batteries properly; observe local laws and regulations.
Important Instructions Before Use
1. Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. Blood pressure measurements should only be interpreted
by a health professional who is familiar with your medical history.
2. Contact your physician if test results regularly indicate abnormal readings.
3. If you are taking medication, consult with your physician to determine the most appropriate time to measure
your blood pressure. NEVER change a prescribed medication without first consulting with your physician.
4. Individuals with serious circulation problems may experience discomfort. Consult your physician prior to use.
5. For persons with irregular or unstable circulation resulting from diabetes, liver disease, arteriosclerosis or
other medical conditions, there may be variations in blood pressure values measured at the wrist versus at
the upper arm. Monitoring the trends in your blood pressure taken at either the arm or the wrist is never-
theless useful and important.
6. People suffering from vascular constriction, liver disorders or diabetes, people with cardiac pacemakers or
a weak pulse, and women who are pregnant should consult their physician before measuring their blood
pressure themselves. Different values may be obtained due to their condition.
7. People suffering from arrhythmias such as atrial or ventricular premature beats or atrial fibrillation only use
this blood pressure monitor in consultation with your doctor. In certain cases oscillometric measurement
method can produce incorrect readings.
8. Too frequent measurements can cause injury to the patient due to blood flow interference. 9.The cuff should
not be applied over a wound as this can cause further injury.
10. DO NOT attach the cuff to a limb being used for IV infusions or any other intravascular access, therapy or an
arterio-venous (A-V) shunt. The cuff inflation can temporarily block blood flow, potentially causing harm to
the patient.
11. The cuff should not be placed on the arm on the side of a mastectomy. In the case of a double mastectomy
use the side of the least dominant arm.
12. Pressurization of the cuff can temporarily cause loss of function of simultaneously used monitoring equip-
ment on the same limb.
13. A compressed or kinked connection hose may cause continuous cuff pressure resulting in blood flow inter-
ference and potentially harmful injury to the patient.
14. Check that operation of the unit does not result in prolonged impairment of the circulation of the patient.
Caution
Battery Precautions
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