HoMedics BPA-100 User Manual - Page 14

RECALIBRATION SERVICE All digital blood pressure monitors require recalibration in order to ensure continued accuracy. This monitor does not require recalibration for 2 years under normal usage conditions (approximately 3 times per day), at which time your monitor will display "- - ". The unit should also be recalibrated if the monitor sustains damage due to blunt force (such as dropping) or exposure to fluids or extreme hot or cold temperature changes. Please fill in date of first use (Recalibration is recommended after 2 years.) To send monitor for recalibration, please ship to the address below with a check or money order in the amount of $10 payable to HoMedics, Inc. for recalibration service and shipping & handling: HoMedics Recalibration Service Center P.O. Box 7050 Walled Lake, MI 48390 Allow up to 3 weeks for return of product. For additional information, contact HoMedics Consumer relations at 1-800-466-3342. 25 CARE, MAINTENANCE & CLEANING 1. Clean the blood pressure monitor body and cuff carefully with a slightly damp, soft cloth. Do not press. Do not wash cuff or use chemical cleaner on it. Never use thinner, alcohol or petrol (gasoline) as cleaner. 2. Leaky batteries can damage the unit. Remove the batteries when the unit will not be used for a long time. 3. If the unit is stored near freezing, allow it to acclimate to room temperature before use. 4. This blood pressure monitor is not field serviceable. You should not use any tool to open the device nor should you attempt to adjust anything inside the device. If you have any problems with this device, please contact HoMedics Consumer Relations (contact information can be found on the warranty page). 5. Do not immerse the unit in water as this will result in damage to the unit. 6. Do not subject the monitor and cuff to extreme temperatures, humidity, moisture, and direct sunlight. Protect from dust. 7. Do not fold the cuff and tubing tightly. 26