HoMedics BPA-250 User Manual - Page 14

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT • Take your reading in a comfortable environment as measurements can be affected by hot or cold temperatures. Take your blood pressure at normal body temperature. • Do not move or talk during measurement as this can elevate readings. • Do not move or cross legs during measurement. Keep feet flat on floor. • Do not touch cuff or monitor during measurement procedure. • It is suggested that you take your measurements at the same time each day and use the same arm for consistency. • Users should wait a minimum of 5 minutes before taking additional measurements. More time may be necessary depending upon your physiology. • The measurement results that users receive are for reference only. If users have any blood pressure concerns, please consult a physician. • Once inflation reaches 300 mmHg, the unit will deflate automatically for safety reasons. • This product is not suitable for people with arrhythmias. 25 • This device may have difficulty determining the proper blood pressure for users with diabetes, poor circulation of blood, kidney problems, or for users who have suffered a stroke. 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. 26