Beurer medical BC 58 Mode D'emploi page 18

– Never drop the device.
– Do not use near strong electromagnetic fields, i.e. keep
it away from any radio systems and mobile phones.
– Only ever use the cuffs provided with the monitor or
original replacement cuffs. Otherwise erroneous results
will be recorded.
• Do not press any buttons until the cuff is in position.
• If the instrument is not used for any length of time, we
recommend removing the batteries.
Notes on handling batteries
• If your skin or eyes come into contact with battery fluid,
flush out the affected areas with water and seek medical
assistance.
• Choking hazard! Small children may swallow and
choke on batteries. Store the batteries out of the reach of
small children.
• Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) polarity signs.
• If a battery has leaked, put on protective gloves and clean
the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
• Protect the batteries from excessive heat.
• Risk of explosion! Never throw batteries into a fire.
• Do not charge or short-circuit batteries.
• If the device is not to be used for a long period, take the
batteries out of the battery compartment.
• Use identical or equivalent battery types only .
• Always replace all batteries at the same time.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not disassemble, split or crush the batteries.
Repair and disposal
• Batteries do not belong in domestic refuse. Used batter-
ies should be disposed of at the collection points pro-
vided.
• Never open the instrument. If these instructions are not
heeded, the warranty will be null and void.
• Never attempt to repair the instrument or adjust it your-
self. We can no longer guarantee perfect functioning if
you do.
• Repairs may only be performed by Beurer Customer Ser-
vice or authorized dealers. However, always check the
batteries and replace them if necessary prior to making
any complaint.
• For environmental reasons, do not dispose of the
device in the household waste at the end of its use-
ful life. Dispose of the unit at a suitable local collec-
tion or recycling point. Dispose of the device in accord-
ance with EC Directive – WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment). If you have any questions, please
contact the local authorities responsible for waste dis-
posal.
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