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Other possible malfunctions
If problems occur when using the device, the following points should be checked:
If you have any questions regarding the use of this device, please ask your dealer or
pharmacist for the Microlife Service representative in your country. The Microlife
service team will be happy to help you.
12. Battery Replacement
When the battery low symbol appears in the display, the device is blocked until the
batteries have been replaced
Please use 1.5 V «Long-Life» or «Alkaline» batteries, size «AAA». The use of 1.2 V
Accumulator batteries is NOT recommended. If the monitor is left unused for longer
periods, please remove the batteries.
Please note that during battery exchange the data stored in the memory of the
monitor is well protected and will NOT be lost.
After battery change (or when the unit has been disconnected from any
power supply) time/date needs to be entered, again! Otherwise data can
not be memorised.
Malfunction Remedy
The display remains empty. • Check the polarity of the batteries (+/-)
Batteries have been installed. • If the display is erratic orunusual,
remove the batteries and re-install new
batteries.
The instrument frequently fails to
measure or the values measured are
wrong.
1. Ensure that the measuring tube is
connected correctly.
2. Check if when blowing into the tube, the
wing wheel is rotating. Any objects,
dust liquids or mucous may interfere the
rotation of the wing wheel. In this case
clean the tube as explained.
3. Discuss the values with your doctor.
