Evaluating Results; Irregular Heartbeat Symbol; Cardiac Arrhythmia - Beurer BM 26 Mode D'emploi

memory button M, the most recent individual measured
values are displayed in turn with the date and time.
• You can delete the memory by pressing and holding
the memory button M for 3 seconds.
• To switch off, press the START/STOP button
• If you forget to switch off the unit, it will switch off auto-
matically after 1 minute.
NOTE:
• This monitor will re-inflate automatically if the system
detects that your body requires more pressure for mea-
surement. As soon as a heart rate is detected, the heart
rate symbol is displayed.
• When the measurement is completed the cuff will
deflate entirely. Heart rate, systolic and diastolic blood
pressure are displayed.
• You can interrupt measurement at any time by pressing
the start/stop button
_ appears if it has not been possible to perform the
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measurement properly. Observe the section on error
messages/ troubleshooting and repeat the measure-
ment.
• The test result is saved automatically.
• To switch off and release the pressure, press the start/
stop button again. If you forget to switch off the
device, it switches off automatically after approx. 1
minute.
.
• Wait at least 5 minutes before taking another mea-
surement.

7. Evaluating Results

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7.1 Irregular heartbeat symbol

WARNING:
• The 'irregular heartbeat' function does not replace a
cardiac examination, but may help to detect potential
pulse irregularities at an early stage. Always consult
your physician to determine what will be suitable for
you.
• The 'irregular heartbeat' function is not designed for
diagnosing or treating an arrhythmic disorder. Arrhyth-
mia can only be ascertained by a licensed physician.
This symbol (
irregularities were detected during the measurement.

Cardiac arrhythmia:

This instrument can identify possible cardiac arrhythmia
disorders during measurement and if necessary indicates
the measurement with the flashing icon
This may be an indicator for arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is a
condition where the heart rhythm is abnormal as a result
of defects in the bioelectrical system controlling the heart
beat. The symptoms (omitted or premature heart beats,
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) indicates that certain heartbeat/pulse
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