Omron RX-1 Possible faults, their causes and rectification, Maintenance and storage

Possible faults, their causes and rectification

Faults and their possible causes Rectification

Incorrect measurement is

indicated by E , EE or E

E

EA correct reading was not possi- Repeat the measurement keeping

	ble because measurement was	perfectly still. Do not move your arm
EE	impaired by movement or spea-	or hand and do not talk.
	king, or owing to a very weak	Attach the cuff so that it fits closely.
	arterial pulse. Possibly the cuff
	was also not fitted correctly.
	The cuff pressure does not rise	Check that the cuff is firmly fitted to
	even though the pump motor	the monitor. Contact supplier or
	can be heard.	OMRON distributor for repair.
	The batteries are weak or	Fit two new LR03 alkaline batteries.
	exhausted
The display does not light up when
you press the ON/OFF button.
1. The batteries have run down.		1. Fit two new batteries.
2. The +/- poles of the batteries are		2. Insert the batteries correctly, as
	the wrong way round.	shown by the symbols in the bat-
3. The battery contacts are dirty.		tery compartment.
		3. Clean the battery contacts with a
		dry cloth.

	English
Faults and their possible causes	Rectification
The blood pressure values dis-	Refer to the instructions and then
played are extremely low or high,	repeat the measurement.
or they are implausible.

In some rare cases there are people where this measuring method does not work due to physical structure. In such cases OMRON recommends you to consult a doctor.

Maintenance and storage

•For cleaning the monitor, only use a soft, slightly moistened cloth. Do not use petrol, thinners or similar solvents.

•Stains on the cuff can be removed by carefully wiping with a moist cloth and soap. Do not wash the cuff!

•Protect your blood pressure monitor against vibrations and do not leave it in a place where temperatures are extremely low (below -20°C) or extremely high (above +60°C).

•Do not use your monitor at very low (below 10°C) or very high (above 40°C) temperatures.

•Do not carry out repairs of any kind yourself. If a defect occurs, consult OMRON Customer Service or seek the advice of your authorised dealer or chemist.

•If the cuff needs to be replaced, have this done by an authorised expert.

Disposal of this product and used batteries should be carried out in accordance with the national regulations for the disposal of electronic products.

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