Manufacturers, importers and distributors of electric or electronic blood pressure monitors and thermometers shall ensure the availability of spare parts, in particular those listed as follows, for a minimum period of five years from the date on which the last unit of the model concerned was placed on the national market:
a) Cuffs;
b) Batteries;
c) Chargers.
The provisions of this article do not apply to parts that could not be used to maintain the intended purpose of this equipment and to guarantee its safety and performance.