ADC 6012 Instruction Manual
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Digital
Blood Pressure
Monitor
Semi-Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
6012
Instruction Manual
6012 Semi-Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Warnings and Cautions
3. About Blood Pressure
3.1 What is Blood Pressure?
3.2 What is a Normal Blood Pressure?
3.3 What Influences Blood Pressure?
3.4 Does Blood Pressure Vary?
3.5 What is Hypertension?
3.6 Can Hypertension be Controlled?
3.7 Why Measure Blood Pressure at Home?
3.8 How is Blood Pressure Measured?
3.9 How Should I Record My Blood Pressure?
4. Components of Your Blood Pressure Monitor
5. Setting Up Your Blood Pressure Monitor
5.1. Inserting the Batteries
5.2. Tube Connection
6. Taking a Measurement
6.1. Before Measuring
6.2. Common Sources of Error
6.3. Fitting the Cuff
6.4. Measuring Procedure
6.5. Inflating Further
6.6. Discontinuing a Measurement
6.7. Memory – Displaying the Last Measurement
7. Error Messages/Troubleshooting
8. Care and Maintenance
9. Warranty
10. Quality Standards
11. Technical Specifications
12. Accessories
13. How to Contact Us
1. INTRODUCTION
1. Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Semi-Automatic ADC®ADvantageTMBlood Pressure Moni-
tor.
In hospitals and physician's offices throughout the world, where accuracy and dependability are criti-
cal, ADC
®
professional diagnostic products are the instruments of choice.
Now, you too can enjoy the benefits of ADC
®
engineering and quality in the home. This feature rich
instrument was designed to simplify the measurement of blood pressure and pulse rate at home and deliver
consistent, dependable results.
Your ADC
®
ADvantageTMblood pressure monitor is a semi-automatic digital blood pressure measuring device for use on the upper arm. It enables very fast and reliable measurement of the systolic and
diastolic blood pressure as well as the pulse by way of the oscillometric method. This device offers clinically proven accuracy and has been designed to be user friendly.
Read this booklet thoroughly before attempting to use your new ADC
®
ADvantageTMDigital Blood
Pressure Monitor.
Remember…
• Only a health care professional is qualified to interpret blood pressure measurements. This device is
NOT intended to replace regular medical checkups.
•It is recommended that your physician review your procedure for using this device.
•Blood pressure readings obtained by this device should be verified before prescribing or making
adjustments to any medications used to control hypertension. Under no circumstances should YOU alterthe dosages of any drugs prescribed by your doctor.
• This monitor is intended for use by adults only. Consult with a physician before using this instrument
on a child.
•In cases of irregular heartbeat (Arrhythmia), measurements made with this instrument should
only be evaluated after consultation with your doctor.
•Familiarize yourself with the section titled "About Blood Pressure". It contains important information on the dynamics of blood pressure readings and will help you to obtain the best results.
NOTE! This device contains sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong electrical or electromagnetic
fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g. mobile telephones, microwave ovens) during use. These
can lead to erratic results. Do not attempt to service or repair this device yourself. Should a malfunction
occur, refer to the back of this booklet for service information.
2. WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS
Warning: The device contains sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong electrical or electromagnetic
fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g., mobile telephones, microwave ovens). These can lead to temporary impairment of the measuriong accuracy.
Warning: Use of this instrument on patients under dialysis therapy or on anticoagulant, antiplatelets, or
steroids could cause internal bleeding.
Warning: Do not use cuffs, AC adapters or batteries other than those included with thisproduct or
replacement parts supplied by the manufacturer.
Warning: This system may fail to yield specified measurement accuracy if operated or stored in temperature or humidity conditions outside the limits stated in the specifications section of this manual.
Warning: This Product May Contain A Chemical Known To The State of California To Cause Cancer, Birth
Defects, Or Other Reproductive Harm.
!
Caution: To avoid any possibility of accidental strangulation, keep this unit away from children and do not
drape tubing around your neck.
Caution: The standard material used for the bladder and tubing is latex-free.
Attention: Self-measurement means control, not diagnosis or treatment. Unusual values must always be
discussed with your doctor. Under no circumstances should you alter the dosages of any drugs prescribed
by your doctor.
Attention: The pulse display is not suitable for checking the frequency of heart pacemakers!
Attention: In cases of irregular heartbeat, measurements made with this instrument should only be evalu-
ated after consultation with your doctor.
NOTE: To obtain the greatest accuracy from your blood pressure instrument, it is recommended that the instrument be used within a temperature range of 50°F (10°C) to 104°F (40°C), with a relative humidity
range of 15-90% (non-condensing).
3. ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
3.1. What is Blood Pressure?
Simply put, arterial blood pressure is the force of blood exerted against the walls of the arteries.
There are two components to blood pressure - systolic and diastolic pressure. Systolic, the higher pressure,
occurs during contraction of the heart. Diastolic, the lower pressure, occurs when the heart is at "rest."
Your level of blood pressure is determined in the circulatory center of the brain and adjusts to a
variety of situations through feedback from the nervous system. To adjust blood pressure, the strength and
frequencyof the heart (Pulse), as well as the width of circulatory blood vessels is altered. Blood vessel
width is effected by fine muscles in the blood vessel walls.
Blood pressure is traditionally measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). It is recorded as systolic/diastolic. For example, a systolic of 120 and diastolic of 80 would be recorded 120/80.
Blood pressure is a dynamic vital sign - one that changes constantly and throughout the day. A
person's "resting" blood pressure is the pressure that exists first thing in the morning while a person is
still at rest and before consumption of food or drink.
3.2 What is a Normal Blood Pressure?
A systolic pressure of less than 120mmHg and a diastolic pressure of under 80mmHg are recognized as normal by the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High
Blood Pressure, 2003.
Note: Blood pressure does increase with age, so you must check with your doctor to find out what is
"normal" for you! Even with normal blood pressure values, a regular self-check with your blood pressure
monitor is recommended. You can detect possible changes in your values early and react appropriately.
If you are under-going medical treatment to control your blood pressure, keep a record of values along
with time of day and date. Show these values to your doctor. Never use the results of your measurements to independently alter the drug doses prescribed by your doctor.
3.3 What Influences Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is influenced by many factors including age, weight, physical conditioning, past illness, time of day, altitude, activity, and climate, to name just a few. In general, blood pressure is lower in the
morning and increases throughout the day. It is lower in warm weather, and higher in cold weather.
Physical activity can have a significant short term impact on blood pressure. Work, exercise,
smoking, eating, drinking - even talking, laughing, or crying will all affect a person's blood pressure.
Your diet, including beverages containing caffeine or alcohol, may affect blood pressure.
Emotional stress can have a dramatic impact on your blood pressure.
Even repeated blood pressure measurements taken without adequate rest between readings will alter your blood pressure as the vessels in your arm engorge with blood. Many of these
influences are only temporary or short term, though chronic (long term) exposure to some factors
may result in permanently elevated blood pressure levels.
3.4 Does Blood Pressure Vary?
Constantly. An individual's blood pressure varies greatly on a daily and seasonal basis. It changes throughout
one's lifetime. It is not uncommon for
systolic pressure to vary by 40mmHg
or more throughout the course of a single day! While generally not as
volatile, diastolic pressure can still
vary significantly. In hypertensive individuals, variations are even more
pronounced. Normally, blood pressure
is at its lowest during sleep and rises
in the morning and throughout the day. The chart (right) illustrates the fluctuations that could
occur in a typical day.
3.5 What is Hypertension?
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is elevated systolic or diastolic levels. In 90 to 95 percent of the diagnosed cases, the specific causes are unknown, although the condition is often linked
with family history, and lifestyle. This is referred to as essential hypertension. In the remaining
cases, high blood pressure is a symptom of an underlying, often treatable condition, which if corrected, may normalize blood pressure. This less common type is known as secondary hypertension. Hypertension, if left untreated, may contribute to kidney disease, heart attack, stroke, or
other debilitating illnesses.
The following standards for assessment of high blood pressure in adults have been estab-
lished by the Joint National Committee, 2003.
Remember, only a physician is qualified to interpret the readings obtained from your blood pressure
monitor.
No attempt should ever be made at self-diagnosis or treatment.
Range Systolic Diastolic Precaution
Classifications Blood Pressure Blood Pressure Measures
Normal <120 <80 Monitor regularly
Pre-hypertension 120 - 139 80 - 99 Contact your physician
–– H Y P E R T E N S I O N ––
Stage 1 140 - 159 90 - 99 Contact your
(Moderate) physician Immediately
Stage 2 160+ 100+ Contact your
(Severe) physician URGENTLY
(JNC-7 report: Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure / 2003)
3.6 Can Hypertension Be Controlled?
Although essential hypertension cannot be cured, it can usually be controlled by altering
lifestyle (including diet), adopting a program of exercise, stress management, and, where necessary, with medication under a doctor's supervision.
To help reduce the risk of hypertension, or keep it under control, the American Heart Association (AHA) recommends the following:
• Don't smoke
• Reduce salt and fat intake
• Maintain proper weight
• Exercise regularly
• Have regular physical checkups
3.7 Why Measure Blood Pressure At Home?
Clinical studies have shown improved detection and treatment of hypertension when regular home blood pressure monitoring is done in consultation with a physician.
Blood pressure measured in a doctor's office or hospital setting may cause anxiety and
lead to an elevated reading - a condition referred to as "white coat hypertension."
Home measurements generally reduce the "outside" influences on blood pressure readings, and can provide a more comprehensive and meaningful blood pressure history.
Important Note: While it is important to keep an accurate record of your blood pressure
measurements, don't be overly concerned by the results of any one measurement. Individual results may be influenced by spiking of your pressure due to diet, anxiety, or mis-measurement resulting from excessive arm movement, or misapplication of the cuff. Many readings taken at the
same time each day give a more comprehensive blood pressure history. Always be sure to note
the date and time when recording blood pressure and pulse measurements.
For best results, and with time permitting, 3 successive measurements may be taken
daily. Make sure to allow at least 5 minute intervals between measurements. Discard any reading that appears suspect and record the average of the remaining readings.
3.8 How is Blood Pressure Measured?
Health care professionals traditionally use a device known as a sphygmomanometer
along with a stethoscope - essentially a professional version of the very same instrument you
have purchased. The sphygmomanometer is a system consisting of an inflatable bladder contained within a cuff, inflation bulb with air control valve, and pressure measuring manometer
(gauge). The gauge may be mechanical or mercurial.
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