Beurer BC 58 User Manual [en, es]
BC 58
Beurer North America LP
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
www.beurer.com
ENGLISH
Blood pressure monitor
Instruction manual .....................2
ESPANOL
Tensiómetro
Manual de instrucciones .........27
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CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
Keep this manual in a safe location for future reference
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ENGLISH
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
Signs and symbols
The following signs appear in the Safety Section (pages 2,
3, 4, 5, 6, 7) and in this manual on pages 11, 12, 13, 14,
17, 18, 20, 21.
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL, THE SAFETY SECTION
AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS AND TO MAKE
CORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
•
•
2
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE addresses practices
not related to personal injury,
such as product and/or
property damage.
WARNING:
Consult your physician before starting to measure your
blood pressure.
Read and understand all instructions and warnings before using this device.
•
Like any oscillometric blood pressure measurement devices, certain medical conditions can affect the measurement accuracy, among others:
– disorder of the cardiac rhythm
– very low blood pressure
– patients in shock
– patients with very low blood perfusion
– diabetes
– vessel anomalities
– people with electrical implants, such as a cardiac
pacemaker
– women who are pregnant.
Due to their condition the oscillometric measurement
method can produce incorrect readings. This represents a risk for your health, since values may be interpreted incorrectly. Always consult your physician to
determine what will be suitable for you.
•
Never try to adapt or plug this device to the AC line.
This device is battery powered.
•
This product does not and is not intended to provide a
medical diagnosis. Measurements results are for reference only. Self-diagnosis and treatment, e.g. regarding
medication, using measured results represent a risk for
your health. Always consult with a licensed physician
for determination of appropriate medication and dosage thereof. Follow the instructions of your physician
or licensed healthcare provider. If you have or suspect
that you have a medical problem, promptly consult your
physician. If you have an emergency please call 911
immediately.
•
Only a physician or a trained health care professional
who is familiar with your medical history is able to accurately interpret your blood pressure measurements.
Consult your physician before starting blood pressure
monitoring.
•
This product is not intended to serve as a substitute
for the advice of a physician or medical professional.
This product is not intended to substitute for regular
medical checkups. Contact your physician for specific
information about your blood pressure.
•
Please note that technically related measuring tolerances are possible. Please see section “12. Technical
Specifications” for details.
•
Any cuff related blood pressure measurement in high
repetition rates, can lead to severe measurement side
effects, e.g.
– a nerval compression with temporary arm/hand pa-
ralysis
– the release of an arterial or venous thrombus, which
can cause a life threatening situation.
Please contact your physician about the specific risks
of cuff pressure in your specific case.
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WARNING:
•
The ‘irregular heartbeat’ function does not replace a
cardiac examination, but may help to detect potential
pulse irregularities at an early stage. Always consult
your physician to determine what will be suitable for
you.
•
The ‘irregular heartbeat’ function is not designed for
diagnosing or treating an arrhythmic disorder. Arrhythmia can only be ascertained by a licensed physician.
•
The WHO chart is not intended to replace a medical
diagnosis. This chart is only a reference for different
classifications of blood pressure.
•
If you notice abnormal or suspicious variations in blood
pressure measurements, consult your physician immediately.
•
Prior to use, you have to ensure that the blood pressure monitor is free of damage. If in doubt, do not use
the unit and contact customer service. Please see warranty for service contact.
•
This device is intended only for personal, non-commercial, adult use in measuring blood pressure and pulse
rate. Do not use the product for any other purpose. This
product is not intended for use in a hospital, physician’s
office, or any other health care facility.
•
The unit must be used in accordance to the specified
ambient conditions, otherwise the accuracy of readings
might be affected. See section “9. Care, maintenance
and storing the instrument” and section “12. Technical
Specifications” for details.
•
Do not wrap the cuff around body parts other than your
left wrist. Misuse represents a risk to your health.
•
Use this monitor only on humans.
•
Swallowing batteries and/or battery fluid can be extremely dangerous. Keep the batteries and the unit out
of the reach of children and disabled persons. Should
any person swallow a battery and/or battery fluid,
please call 911 immediately.
•
Batteries should not be charged or reactivated by any
other means. The batteries may explode.
•
Batteries should not be taken apart, thrown in the fire
or short circuited. The batteries may explode.
•
Should battery fluid leak and come into contact with
your eyes or skin immediately rinse with plenty of clean
water. Please call 911 immediately.
•
This product is not intended for use by or on children,
toddlers and infants or on persons who cannot express
their consent, e.g. persons with mental disorders or the
like. Consult your physician for alternative methods of
measuring a child’s blood pressure.
•
This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children, toddlers, and infants.
•
Keep the product out of the reach of pets.
•
Do not drop this monitor or subject it to strong impact.
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•
Packaging materials are a deadly hazard for children
and can cause suffocation. Remove all packaging materials immediately and keep them away from children
at all times.
•
This product contains small parts that may present a
choking hazard to children. Keep the unit and all parts
out of reach of children. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR
THOSE WHO REQUIRE CLOSE SUPERVISION UNATTENDED WITH THIS DEVICE.
•
People with disabilities, activity limitations, or who are
physically frail, should be assisted by another person
when using this unit.
•
Proper cuff size is important for accurate measurements. Only use the device on adults who have the
right wrist circumference for this instrument. See section “12. Technical Specifications” for suitable wrist circumferences.
•
Do not use any accessories other than those explicitly
recommended by “Beurer North America” for use with
this product. Parts and accessories not approved for
use with the device may cause damage to your health
and to the product.
•
Electromagnetic interference: Avoid strong electrical or
electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device
(e.g. mobile telephones, microwave ovens) while it is
in operation, as inaccurate measurements may result.
To prevent such interference, use the unit at a sufficient distance from such devices or turn the devices off.
•
Do not measure your blood pressure while operating
a vehicle or in any situation which requires your full
attention.
CAUTION:
•
The device should not be used when your arm/wrist has
been wounded/injuried or when a catheter has been inserted. Such use may result in injury.
•
Remove any kind of wrist jewelry or the like before taking a measurement. This could cause bruises.
•
Do not place the wrist cuff over heavy clothing (e.g. a
jacket or sweater sleeve) as the blood pressure monitor will not be able to take a proper measurement and
there is an elevated danger of acquiring hematoma or
skin marks during the course of the measurement.
•
In case the cuff does not stop inflating, interrupt the
measurement by pressing the START/STOP button
and open the cuff at once.
•
If a battery has leaked do not touch the battery fluid.
Avoid skin contact (e.g. put on protective gloves) and
clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
•
Do not disassemble the unit, it may result in injuries.
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CAUTION:
•
Blood pressure measurements can lead to temporary
marks on the skin at the site of the cuff placement. This
is especially the case in high repetition rates, in hypertonic patients and in patients with weak pulses. In rare
cases a mark may persist for a couple of days. Please
contact your physician about these specific risks of cuff
pressure in your specific case.
•
For hygienic reasons the cuff is intended only for the
use by one person.
NOTICE:
•
The blood pressure monitor is made up of precision electronic components. Accuracy of readings and the instrument’s service life depend on careful handling. Protect
the unit against hard knocks (e.g. dropping the unit),
moisture, water, dirt, dust, chemicals, extreme hot or
cold temperatures, major temperature fluctuations, direct exposure to sunlight and heat sources which are too
close (e.g. stoves, heating radiators). This may damage
the unit. The device must be stored in the specified ambient conditions. Please see section “9. Care, maintenance
and storing the instrument” and section “12. Technical
Specifications” for details.
•
Do not use any aggressive solvents, cleaning agents, detergents or any other strong chemicals to clean the device.
•
Never immerse and or spill water or any other liquid onto the monitor or any components, otherwise liquid will
enter it and cause damage.
•
Do not wash the unit in a washing machine, dish
washer or tumble dryer.
•
Observe the local regulations for material disposal. Dispose of the device, components and optional accessories according to applicable local regulations. Unlawful
disposal may cause environmental pollution.
•
Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to the environment. Always dispose of batteries in accordance
with applicable local regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with normal household waste.
•
Always use the size and type of battery indicated. The
use of other batteries will damage the device.
•
Never use different types of batteries, battery brands
or batteries with different capacities. This may damage
the unit. You should preferably use alkaline batteries.
•
Never use rechargeable batteries. This may damage
the unit.
•
Always replace all batteries at the same time and use
batteries of the same type.
•
Remove the batteries if the monitor will not be used for
a month or more to avoid damage of battery leakage.
•
Replace weak batteries before they discharge completely. When appears in the display please change the
batteries.
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•
Leaking batteries may damage the device. If you do not
intend to use the unit for longer periods, remove the batteries from the battery compartment before placing the
device in storage.
•
Never attempt to repair, open and/or disassemble the
unit (including cuff and optional accessory) or adjust
it yourself. This may damage the unit and impair the
functions. If you need to have the unit repaired, please
contact our customer service. Please see warranty for
service contact. Before submitting any complaint, first
check the batteries and replace them if necessary.
•
Changes or modifications to the device will nullify the
user warranty.
•
Do not drop or insert any object into any opening. This
may damage the unit.
•
Do not press the buttons with excessive force or with
pointed objects.
•
This blood pressure monitor is verified by auscultatory
method. It is recommended that you check annex B of
ANSI/AAMI SP-10:2002+A1:2003+A2:2006 for details of
verification method if you need.
•
Blood pressure measurements determined by this monitor are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method,
within the limits prescribed by the American National
Standard Institute, Electronic or automated sphygmomanometers.
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES ............................................... 2
WARNING ........................................................................ 2
CAUTION ......................................................................... 5
NOTICE ............................................................................ 6
1. Getting to know your instrument ................................... 8
2. Important information ..................................................... 8
3. Package Contents ........................................................... 9
4. Unit description / Icons in the display ............................ 9
5. Inserting / Replacing batteries ..................................... 11
6. Measuring blood pressure ........................................... 12
6.1 Positioning cuff .........................................................14
6.2 Correct posture ......................................................... 15
6.3 General Notes ........................................................... 15
6.4 Taking Measurement ................................................. 16
7. Evaluating results .......................................................... 17
7.1 Irregular heartbeat symbol ........................................ 17
7.2 WHO (World Health Organization) ............................18
8. Saving, retrieving and deleting results ........................ 19
9. Care, maintenance and storing the instrument ......... 20
10. Alarm / error messages / troubleshooting .................... 21
11. FCC Statement .............................................................. 22
12. Technical Specifications ............................................... 23
13. Glossary ......................................................................... 24
14. Warranty ......................................................................... 24
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
If the instruction manual is damaged or if you no longer
have the instruction manual in your possession, please
contact customer service at 1-800-536-0366 or at
info@beurer.com
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this Beurer product. Our name
stands for high-quality, thoroughly tested products for applications in the areas of heat, weight, blood pressure, body
temperature, pulse, gentle therapy, massage and air.
Please read and understand these instructions completely
and carefully before using this product and keep them for
later reference. Be sure to make them accessible to other
users and observe the information they contain.
With best regards,
Your Beurer Team
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1. Getting to know your instrument
The wrist blood pressure monitor is used for non-invasive
measurement and monitoring of adults’ arterial blood pressure. This allows you to quickly and easily measure your
blood pressure and to display the last recorded measurement. The values determined are classified and graphically
evaluated according to WHO guidelines.
2. Important information
Signs and symbols
The following symbols are used in these instructions for
use, on the packaging and on the type plate for the device
and accessories:
Caution
Note
Note on important information
Follow instructions for use
Type BF applied part (cuff)
Direct current
Disposal in accordance with EC Directive
2002/96/EC – WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment).
Manufacturer
55°C
Temperature limitation
-20°C
Permissible storage humidity
RH ≤95%
Keep dry
SN
Serial number
The CE labelling certifies that the product
complies with the essential requirements of
0483
Directive 93/42/EEC on medical products.
3. Package Contents
•
Wrist Blood Pressure monitor BC 58
•
Instruction manual
•
Storage box
•
2 x 1.5 V AAA alkaline batteries
•
USB-Cable
4. Unit description / Icons in the
display
1
6
5
4
Touch screen activation switch
The device features a touch screen display. To prevent
the screen from being activated accidentally, keep the
touch screen activation switch set to OFF when the device is not in use. To operate the device, move the touch
screen activation switch to ON. When the touch screen
display is touched (START/STOP button
ton), a beep is output.
Tip: You can switch off the device at any time by setting
the touch screen activation switch to the OFF position.
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1. Display
2
2. Memory button MEM
3. START/STOP button
4. USB interface
3
5. Touch screen activation
switch
6. Battery cover
or MEM but-
1. Time and date
2. WHO classification
3. Systolic pressure
4. Diastolic pressure
5. Measured pulse
6. “Change battery” icon
7. Pump up, release air (arrow)
8. Memory display (
average value (
morning (
),
),
), evening ( )
8
8
7
6
5
1
9
AM
PM
M
NO
/min
PUL
2
3
4
9. Cardiac arrhythmia icon
For product information, questions or customer service call
toll free 1-800-536-0366 or e-mail info@beurer.com.
Beurer blood pressure monitors also allow you to transfer
your measured values to the PC.
To do this you require a USB cable (included in delivery)
and the Beurer “Health Manager”.
You can download the “Health Manager” program free of
charge from www.beurer.com/service/download.
System requirements for the Beurer Health Manager
PC Software:
1. Supported operating systems:
•
Windows XP SP3
•
Windows Vista SP1 or later
•
Windows 7
•
Windows 7 SP1
2. Supported architectures:
•
x86 (32 bit)
•
x64 (64 bit)
3. Hardware requirements:
•
Recommended: at least Pentium 1 GHz or faster with
at least 1 GB RAM
•
Free memory on the primary partition of at least:
– x86 – 600 MB
– x64 – 1.5 GB
•
Graphic resolution from: 1024 x 768 pixels
•
USB port 1.0 or later
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5. Inserting / Replacing batteries
WARNING:
•
Swallowing batteries and/or battery fluid can be extremely dangerous. Keep the batteries and the unit out
of the reach of children and disabled persons. Should
any person swallow a battery and/or battery fluid,
please call 911 immediately.
•
Batteries should not be charged or reactivated by any
other means. The batteries may explode.
•
Batteries should not be taken apart, thrown in the fire
or short circuited. The batteries may explode.
•
Should battery fluid leak and come into contact with
your eyes or skin immediately rinse with plenty of clean
water. Please call 911 immediately.
CAUTION:
•
If a battery has leaked do not touch the battery fluid.
Avoid skin contact (e.g. put on protective gloves) and
clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.
NOTICE:
•
Batteries can contain toxins that are harmful to the environment. Always dispose of batteries in accordance
with applicable local regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with normal household waste.
•
Always use the size and type of battery indicated. The
use of other batteries will damage the device.
•
Never use different types of batteries, battery brands
or batteries with different capacities. This may damage
the unit. You should preferably use alkaline batteries.
•
Never use rechargeable batteries. This may damage
the unit.
•
Always replace all batteries at the same time and use
batteries of the same type.
•
Replace weak batteries before they discharge completely. When appears in the display please
change the batteries.
•
Leaking batteries may damage the device. If you do not
intend to use the unit for longer periods, remove the
batteries from the battery compartment before placing the device in storage.
Note: To conserve the batteries, the monitor switches off
automatically if you do not press any buttons for 1 minute.
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Inserting battery
• Open the battery compartment lid.
• Use exclusively brand-name batter-
ies of the type: 2 x 1.5 V AAA (Alkaline
Type LR03). Making absolutely sure
that you insert them with the correct
polarity as marked. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Replace the battery cover carefully.
If the battery change is continuously illuminated,
measurement is no longer possible and you must replace
all the batteries. Once batteries have been removed from
the device, the time must be reset.
Setting date and time
You should set the date and time without fail. Otherwise, you
will not be able to save your measured values correctly with
a date and time and to access them again later.
The time can be shown in 12-hour AM/PM or 24-hour universal clock.
Tip: If you press and hold the MEM button, you can set the
values more quickly.
To set the date and time, proceed as follows:
• Move the touch screen activation switch to the ON posi-
tion.
• Press the START/STOP and MEM buttons simultane-
ously.
• 24 h is displayed. Press the MEM button to choose the
12-hour AM/PM or 24-hour universal clock. Confirm your
selection with START/STOP .
Note:
– If you select 24-hour time format date will be displayed
Day/Month. – If you select 12-hour time format date will
be displayed Month/Day.
• The year display will start to flash. Set the year with the
MEM button and confirm with START/STOP
• Then set the month, day, hour and minutes and confirm
each setting with START/STOP
• Pressing the START/STOP button again will switch the
display off.
6. Measuring blood pressure
•
Consult your physician before starting to measure your
blood pressure.
•
Read and understand all instructions and warnings before using this device.
•
Like any oscillometric blood pressure measurement devices, certain medical conditions can affect the measurement accuracy, among others:
– disorder of the cardiac rhythm
– very low blood pressure
– patients in shock
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.
.
WARNING:
– patients with very low blood perfusion
– diabetes
– vessel anomalities
– people with electrical implants, such as a cardiac
pacemaker
– women who are pregnant.
Due to their condition the oscillometric measurement
method can produce incorrect readings. This represents a risk for your health, since values may be interpreted incorrectly. Always consult your physician to
determine what will be suitable for you.
•
Never try to adapt or plug this device to the AC line.
This device is battery powered.
•
This product is not intended to serve as a substitute
for the advice of a physician or medical professional.
This product is not intended to substitute for regular
medical checkups. Contact your physician for specific
information about your blood pressure.
•
Prior to use, you have to ensure that the blood pressure monitor is free of damage. If in doubt, do not use
the unit and contact customer service. Please see warranty for service contact.
•
This device is intended only for personal, non-commercial, adult use in measuring blood pressure and pulse
rate. Do not use the product for any other purpose. This
product is not intended for use in a hospital, physician’s
office, or any other health care facility.
•
The unit must be used in accordance to the specified
ambient conditions, otherwise the accuracy of readings
might be affected. See section “9. Care, maintenance
and storing the instrument” and section “12.
Technical
Specifications” for details.
•
Do not wrap the cuff around body parts other than your
left wrist. Misuse represents a risk to your health.
•
Use this monitor only on humans.
•
This product is not intended for use by or on children,
toddlers and infants or on persons who cannot express
their consent, e.g. persons with mental disorders or the
like. Consult your physician for alternative methods of
measuring a child’s blood pressure.
•
People with disabilities, activity limitations, or who are
physically frail, should be assisted by another person
when using this unit.
•
Proper cuff size is important for accurate measurements. Only use the device on adults who have the
right wrist circumference for this instrument. See section “12. Technical Specifications” for suitable wrist circumferences.
•
Do not use any accessories other than those explicitly
recommended by “Beurer North America” for use with
this product. Parts and accessories not approved for
use with the device may cause damage to your health
and to the product.
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WARNING:
•
Electromagnetic interference: Avoid strong electrical or
electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device
(e.g. mobile telephones, microwave ovens) while it is
in operation, as inaccurate measurements may result.
To prevent such interference, use the unit at a sufficient distance from such devices or turn the devices off.
•
Do not measure your blood pressure while operating
a vehicle or in any situation which requires your full
attention.
CAUTION:
•
The device should not be used when your arm/wrist has
been wounded/injuried or when a catheter has been inserted. Such use may result in injury.
•
Remove any kind of wrist jewelry or the like before taking a measurement. This could cause bruises.
•
Do not place the wrist cuff over heavy clothing (e.g. a
jacket or sweater sleeve) as the blood pressure monitor will not be able to take a proper measurement and
there is an elevated danger of acquiring hematoma or
skin marks during the course of the measurement.
•
In case the cuff does not stop inflating, interrupt the
measurement by pressing the START/STOP button
and open the cuff at once.
•
Blood pressure measurements can lead to temporary
marks on the skin at the site of the cuff placement. This
is especially the case in high repetition rates, in hypertonic patients and in patients with weak pulses. In rare
cases a mark may persist for a couple of days. Please
contact your physician about these specific risks of cuff
pressure in your specific case.
•
For hygienic reasons the cuff is intended only for the
use by one person.
6.1 Positioning cuff
Note: Always properly position the Arm Cuff on your wrist,
according to the following instructions.
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Bare your left wrist, making sure that the circulation in
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the arm is not restricted by tight clothing or other objects that are too tight. Position the cuff on the inside
of your wrist. Do not place the wrist cuff over heavy
clothing (e.g. a jacket or sweater sleeve) as the blood
pressure monitor will not be able to take a proper measurement.
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•
Fasten the cuff with the Velcro fastening so that the
upper edge of the monitor is positioned approx. 0.4”
(1 cm) below the ball of your thumb.
•
The cuff has to be fitted tightly around the wrist but
should not constrict it.
6.2 Correct posture
•
Rest at least for 5 minutes before each measurement.
Otherwise there may be erroneous results.
• You can perform the measurement
either sitting or lying down. Always
make sure that the cuff is on a level
with your heart. Otherwise there may
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be serious divergences. Relax your
arm and the palms of your hands.
• In order not to distort the result, it is important to keep
still during the measurement and not talk. The most precise measurement results are obtained if you strive for a
relaxed measurement situation. You may close your eyes
and breathe calmly during the measurement.
•
Please note that any muscle movement during inflation
or deflation can cause measurement error.
6.3 General Notes
•
For reliable monitoring and reference of blood pressure,
keeping long-term records is recommended.
•
Always measure on the same wrist.
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•
Do not share the cuff with other infecitve person to
avoid cross-infection.
•
To minimize measurement variations due to physical
activity, rest at least 5 minutes before measuring your
blood pressure (or 15 minutes after strenuous activity).
You should not be physically tired or exhausted while
taking measurement.
•
In order to obtain a resting condition blood pressure,
avoid eating, drinking alcohol and caffeinated beverages, smoking, exercising, and bathing for at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement.
•
Stress raises blood pressure.
•
Perform measurements in a quiet and relaxed environ-
ment at room temperature.
•
Always wait at least 5 minutes between measurements
to allow the blood circulation in your arm to return to
normal. Prolonged over-inflation of the bladder may
cause ecchymoma of your arm. You may need to increase the wait time depending on your individual physiological characteristics. Because of normal physiologic changes and the many external factors influencing
blood pressure, it is unusual to obtain identical blood
pressure measurements, even when taken a few minutes apart. Speak with your physician to determine
what is affecting your blood pressure and which variation may be seen as normal in your case.
•
The accuracy of any blood pressure measurement with
this device can be affected by a multitude of causes.
Some can be avoided some have to be accepted at the
time of measurement. Speak with your physician about
possible causes affecting your blood pressure.
•
Do not inflate the cuff unless wrapped around wrist.
•
If no button is pressed for approx. 1 minute the auto-
matic shut off function shuts off the unit in order to preserve the batteries.
• Do not touch the unit and cuff and/or press any buttons
when measurement is in progress, except for stopping the
measurement. Doing so may cause incorrect readings.
6.4 Taking Measurement
NOTE:
If you are using the unit for the first time, please remove
the protective film from the display.
• Move the touch screen activation switch to the ON posi-
tion.
• Switch on the blood pressure monitor with the START/
STOP button
. After the full-screen display, the most
recently used user memory appears ( or ). To
change the user memory, press the MEM button and
confirm your selection with the START/STOP button
. If no button is pressed, the most recently used user
memory is automatically used after 5 seconds.
• Before the measurement, the last saved test result is
briefly displayed. If there is no measurement in the
memory, the instrument always displays the value 0.
• The cuff is pumped up first time to 190 mmHg. Cuff air
pressure is released slowly.
If a tendency towards high blood pressure is already de-
tectable, the cuff is pumped up again and cuff pressure
increased further. As soon as a heart rate is detected,
the heart rate symbol
is displayed.
• After the pressure has been completely reduced, the
systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse readings
are displayed.
• You can cancel the measurement at any time by pressing the START/STOP button or by pushing the touch
screen activation button to OFF.
• Er
appears if it has not been possible to perform the
measurement properly. Observe the section in these
instructions on error messages/troubleshooting and
repeat the measurement.
• The test result is saved automatically.
• To switch off the device, press the START/STOP button
or push the touch screen activation switch to OFF.
If you forget to switch off the device, it switches off
automatically after approx. 1 minute.
Wait at least 5 minutes before taking another measurement.
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7. Evaluating results
WARNING:
•
This product does not and is not intended to provide a
medical diagnosis. Measurements results are for reference only. Self-diagnosis and treatment, e.g. regarding
medication, using measured results represent a risk for
your health. Always consult with a licensed physician
for determination of appropriate medication and dosage thereof. Follow the instructions of your physician
or licensed healthcare provider. If you have or suspect
that you have a medical problem, promptly consult your
physician. If you have an emergency please call 911 immediately.
•
Only a physician or a trained health care professional who
is familiar with your medical history is able to accurately
interpret your blood pressure measurements. Consult
your physician before starting blood pressure monitoring.
•
Please note that technically related measuring tolerances are possible. Please see section “12. Technical Specifications” for details.
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If you notice abnormal or suspicious variations in blood
pressure measurements, consult your physician immediately.
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If Irregular Heartbeat (IHB) brought by common arrhytmias is detected in the procedure of blood pressure
measurement, a signal of will be displayed. Under
this condition, the Electronic Sphygmomanometer can
keep function, but the results may not be accurate, it´s
suggested that you consult with your physician for accurate assessment. There are 2 conditions under which
the signal of IHB will be displayed:
1) The coefficient of variation (CV) of pulse period >25%.
2) The difference of adjacent pulse period ≥0.14s, and
the number of such pulse takes more than 53 percentage of the total number of pulse.
Note: A single measurement does not provide an accurate
indication of your true blood pressure. You need to take
and record several readings over a period of time. Try to
measure your blood pressure at the same time each day
for consistency.
7.1 Irregular heartbeat symbol
WARNING:
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The ‘irregular heartbeat’ function does not replace a cardiac examination, but may help to detect potential pulse
irregularities at an early stage. Always consult your physician to determine what will be suitable for you.
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The ‘irregular heartbeat’ function is not designed for
diagnosing or treating an arrhythmic disorder. Arrhythmia can only be ascertained by a licensed physician.
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