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INTRODUCTION

To get the best out of your new apparatus, please read this user guide carefully before using it for the first time. Take particular note of the safety precautions. We also recommend that you keep the instructions for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

For domestic use only.

Use for its intended purpose only.

Do not use if not functioning properly, or if damaged by a heavy impact or similar.

The armband must not be stretched, twisted or bent.

Do not use on babies or others who cannot communicate if the armband is too tight, etc.

Do not immerse in water or any other liquid.

Do not use in the vicinity of mobile phones or microwave ovens as these emit electro-magnetic radiation that can affect the apparatus.

Do not expose to direct sunlight, high temperatures, humidity, noise or corrosive substances.

Never try to repair the apparatus yourself. If defective, return to dealer. Unauthorised repairs or modifications to the apparatus will invalidate the guarantee. Please contact the store where you bought the apparatus for repairs under guarantee.

This apparatus must not be used to make medical diagnoses. It is suitable only for reference. Consult a doctor if your blood pressure readings seem abnormal.

Always follow the procedure specified in these user instructions when taking readings.

Batteries

Remove the batteries if the apparatus is not to be used for a prolonged period.

Change the batteries immediately once they are dead.

Never use different types of batteries, or use a new and an old battery at the same time.

Ensure the batteries are correctly polarised when installing them.

KEY TO MAIN COMPONENTS OF THE APPARATUS

1.Storage box

2.CD

3.USB cable

4.Collar

5.Battery cover

6.Communications jack

7.Display

8.T-button

9.R-button

10.On/off button

Symbols on the display

a.Hypertension

b.High normal

c.Normal

d.Hypotension

e.Pulse symbol

f.Date

g.Battery symbol

h.Time/year

i.Saved reading number

j.Pulse

k.Diastolic pressure

l.Systolic pressure

The date is displayed in the American date display format.

The order is MM-DD-YYYY. For example, 10.12.2006 is to be interpreted as October 12, 2006.

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Melissa DVP3980 manual Introduction, Important Safety Precautions, Batteries, KEY to Main Components of the Apparatus