5
BP A90
EN
8. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal
Safety and protection
This instrument may only be used for the purposes described in
this booklet. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage
caused by incorrect application.
This instrument comprises sensitive components and must be
treated with caution. Observe the storage and operating condi-
tions described in the «Technical Specifications» section!
Protect it from:
- water and moisture
- extreme temperatures
- impact and dropping
- contamination and dust
- direct sunlight
- heat and cold
The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care.
Only pump up the cuff once fitted.
Do not use the instrument close to strong electromagnetic fields
such as mobile telephones or radio installations.
Do not use the instrument if you think it is damaged or notice
anything unusual.
Never open the instrument.
If the instrument is not going to be used for a prolonged period
the batteries should be removed.
Read the additional safety instructions in the individual sections
of this booklet.
Ensure that children do not use the instrument unsuper-
vised; some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
Instrument care
Clean the instrument only with a soft, dry cloth.
Accuracy test
We recommend this instrument is tested for accuracy every
2 years or after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please
contact Microlife-Service to arrange the test (see foreword).
Disposal
Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in
accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with
domestic waste.
9. Guarantee
This instrument is covered by a
3 year guarantee
from the date of
purchase. The guarantee is valid only on presentation of the guar-
antee card completed by the dealer (see back) confirming date of
purchase or the receipt.
Batteries, cuff and wearing parts are not included.
Opening or altering the instrument invalidates the guarantee.
The guarantee does not cover damage caused by improper
handling, discharged batteries, accidents or non-compliance
with the operating instructions.
Please contact Microlife-Service (see foreword).
10. Technical Specifications
This device complies with the requirements of the Medical Device
Directive 93/42/EEC.
Technical alterations reserved.
Operating temperature:
10 - 40 °C / 50 - 104 °F
15 - 95 % relative maximum humidity
Storage temperature:
-20 - +55 °C / -4 - +131 °F
15 - 95 % relative maximum humidity
Weight:
465 g (including batteries)
Dimensions:
146 x 47 x 64 mm
Measuring procedure:
oscillometric, corresponding to Korot-
koff method: Phase I systolic, Phase V
diastolic
Measurement range:
20 - 280 mmHg – blood pressure
40 - 200 beats per minute – pulse
Cuff pressure display
range:
0 - 299 mmHg
Resolution:
1 mmHg
Static accuracy:
pressure within ± 3 mmHg
Pulse accuracy:
± 5 % of the readout value
Voltage source:
4 x 1.5 V Batteries; size AA
Reference to
standards:
EN 1060-1 /-3 /-4; IEC 60601-1;
IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC)
