Beurer ME80 - Handbuch (Seite 34)

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The most suitable method/procedure depends on the heart configuration (shape of the
heart) of each individual user. If it is not possible to take stable measurements using a given
measurement method, this could have a harmless cause such as the shape of the heart.
However, the cause may also be an illness or disease.
Note: measurement method C offers maximum comfort, but offers a much lower
measurement stability than methods A or B.
2 . To switch on the device, press the On/Off button for approx. three seconds. The device
shows the full display.
Important
If segments are missing, stop using the device and immediately contact customer services.
To test whether the full display is completely displayed, hold the On/Off button when swit-
ching on the device.
Measurement
method A
“right index finger–chest”
(approximately corresponds to “lead 2”)
Top Electrodes
Place your right index finger on the two upper electrodes on the de-
vice and hold the device vertically in your hand.
5 cm
You can determine the correct position for placing the lower electro-
de of the device against your chest using the following methods:
• Draw an imaginary line from the front of your armpit downwards.
At the same time, draw an imaginary line going up 10 cm from the
lowest rib on the left side of your body. Place the lower electrode of
the device at the point where these two lines meet.
or
• Draw an imaginary line from the bottom of the centre of your bre-
astbone (sternum) to the left. At the same time, draw an imaginary
line from the front of your armpit downwards. Place the lower elec-
trode of the device at the point where these two lines meet.