Cvs 271243 User Manual
MANUAL
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Blood Pressure Monitor
Product #271243
Instruction Manual
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CVS Semi-automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
Instruction Manual
Table of contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Features of your blood pressure monitor.
1.2 Important information about self-measurement
2. Important information on the subject of blood pressure and its measurement
2.1. How does high/low blood-pressure arise?
2.2. Which values are normal?
2.3. What can be done, if regular high/low values are obtained?
3. Components of your blood pressure monitor
4. Putting your blood pressure monitor into operation
4.1. Inserting the batteries
4.2. Tube connection
4.3. Setting the Time and Date
5. Measurement procedure
5.1. Before a measurement
5.2. Common sources of error
5.3. Fitting the cuff
5.4. Measuring procedure
5.5. Inflating further
5.6. Discontinuing a measurement
5.7. Reading recall - Displaying the last measurement
6. Error messages/troubleshooting
7. Care and maintenance
8. Warranty
9. Certifications
10. Technical specifications
11. How to contact us
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1. Introduction
1.1. Features of your CVS semi-automatic blood pressure monitor, model #271243
Your blood 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 through the oscillometric method of measuring.
The device offers a clinically tested measurement accuracy and has been designed to be userfriendly.
The large display allows both operational status and cuff pressure to be visible for the entire duration of the measurement.
Before using, please read this instruction manual carefully and then keep it in a safe place.
For further questions on the subject of blood pressure and its measurement, please contact your
doctor.
Attention!
1.2. Important information about self-measurement
• Self-measurement means Control, not diagnosis or treatment. Unusual values must al-
ways be discussed with your doctor. Under no circumstances should you alter the
dosages of any drugs prescribed by your doctor.
The pulse display is not suitable for checking the frequency of heart pacemakers!
•
• In cases of irregular heartbeat (Arrhythmia), measurements made with this instrument
should only be evaluated after consultation with your doctor.
Electromagnetic interference:
The device contains sensitive electronic components (Microcomputer). Therefore, avoid strong
electrical or electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device, such as cellular telephones
and microwave ovens. These devices, when in operation close to your blood pressure monitor,
can lead to temporary impairment of the measuring accuracy.
2. Important information on blood pressure and its measurement
2.1. How does high/low blood pressure arise?
Your level of blood pressure is determined in a part of the brain called the circulatory center. This
part of your brain responds to a situation through feedback with the nervous system.To adjust
the blood pressure, the strength and frequency of the heart (Pulse) as well as the width of circulatory blood vessels is altered. Blood vessel width is altered by fine muscles in the blood vessel
walls.
The level of arterial blood pressure changes periodically during heart activity: During blood ejection from the heart (Systole) the value is maximal (systolic blood pressure value). At the end of
the heart’s ‘rest period’, Diastole or diastolic blood pressure value, blood pressure falls to a low
value. Blood pressure values must lie within certain normal ranges in order to prevent particular
diseases.
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2.2 Which values are normal?
Blood pressure is too high if at rest, your diastolic pressure is above 90mmHg and/or the systolic
blood pressure is over 160mmHg. You should bring these values to the attention of your
doctor immediately. Long-term values at this level endanger your health due to the
associated advancing damage to the blood vessels in your body.
Should the systolic blood pressure values lie between 140mmHg and 160mmHg
and/or the diastolic blood pressure values between 90mmHg and 95mmHg, please
consult your doctor, and check your blood pressure regularly.
With blood pressure values that are too low, i.e. systolic values under 105mmHg
and/or diastolic values under 60mmHg, please consult your doctor.
Even with normal blood pressure values, a regular self-check with your blood pressure monitor is
recommended. In this way you can detect possible changes in your values early and react appropriately, in consultation with your physician.
If you are undergoing medical treatment to control your blood pressure, please keep a record of
your blood pressure levels by carrying out regular self-measurements at specific times of the
day. Show these values to your doctor.
Never use the results of your measurements to dis-
continue or independently alter the drug doses prescribed by your doctor.
The following standards for assessing high blood pressure (without regard to age) have been
established by the National Institutes of Health JNCVI.
Category Systolic Diastolic
(mmHg) (mmHg)
Optimal <120 <80
Normal <130 <85
High Normal 130-139 85-89
Hypertension
Stage 1 140-159 90-99
Stage 2 160-179 100-109
Stage 3 ≥180 ≥110
☞ Further information
• If your values are mostly standard under resting conditions but exceptionally high under
conditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suffering from socalled “labile hypertension”. Please consult your doctor if you suspect that this might be the
case.
Warning:
• Diastolic blood pressure values above 120mmHg require immediate medical
treatment
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2.3. What can be done if regular high or low values are obtained?
a) Consult your doctor.
b) Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) are associated with
considerable health risks over time. Arterial blood vessels in your body are endangered
due to constriction caused by deposits in the vessel walls (Arteriosclerosis). A deficient
supply of blood to important organs (heart, brain, muscles) can result from arteriosclerosis. Furthermore, the heart will become structurally damaged with increased blood
pressure values.
c) There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differentiate between the
common primary (essential) hypertension, and secondary hypertension. The latter group
can be ascribed to specific organic malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for information about the possible origins of your own increased blood pressure values.
d) There are measures which you can take to reduce and prevent high blood pressure.
These measures must be permanent lifestyle changes.
A) Eating habits
• Strive for a normal weight corresponding to your age. See your doctor for your ideal
weight.
• Avoid excessive consumption of common salt.
• Avoid fatty foods.
B) Previous illnesses
• Consistently follow all medical instructions for treating illnesses such as:
• Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes)
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
C) Habits
• Give up smoking completely
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (coffee, tea, chocolate)
D) Physical constitution
• After a preliminary medical examination, exercise regularly.
• Choose sports which require stamina and avoid those which require strength.
• Avoid reaching the limit of your performance.
• With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your doctor before beginning your sporting activities. He/She will advise you regarding the type and
extent of types of sport that are possible for you.
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3. Components of the blood-pressure monitor
a) Measuring unit
LCD Display
Cuff Connection
Set Time and Date
T Connector
Systolic
Diastolic &
Pulse
ON/OFF
Start
Button
Memory
Button
Quick release
valve
Pumping bulb
b) Upper arm cuffs:
The cuff is for arm circumference
24–34 cm or 9.5” - 13.25” (included)
CVS sells a large cuff for arm circumference 31-41 cm or
12” - 16” (sold separately in all CVS stores)
4. Operation of your blood pressure monitor.
4.1. Inserting the batteries
After you have unpacked your device, insert the
batteries. The battery compartment is located on the
underside of the device (see illustration).
a) Remove the battery cover.
b) Insert the batteries (4 x size AA 1.5 V), following
the indicated polarity.
c) If the battery warning appears in the display, the
batteries are discharged and must be replaced with new ones.
Attention!
• After the battery warning appears, the device is blocked until
the batteries have been replaced.
• Please use «AA» Long-Life or Alkaline 1.5 V Batteries. The
Cuff
Low battery
indicator
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use of rechargeable batteries is not recommended.
• If your blood pressure monitor is not used for long periods, please remove the batteries
from the device.
Functional check:
Hold on the on/off button down to test all the display elements.
When functioning correctly icons will appear.
4.2. Tube connection
• Cuff
Set up (or check) the tube connections between
cuff, instrument and pump ball as shown in the
diagram.
4.3. Setting the Time and Date
To set the time and date press the Set Time/Date button and hold it down for five seconds. When you
let go the number you'll see a flashing four digit number (probably 2001 or 2002 to 2006). This number
represents the year. Use the MEMORY key to scroll up (you cannot scroll backwards so scroll slowly) to
the correct year. When you reach the correct year stop scrolling and press the Set Time/Date button to
set the year.
After doing this the number flashing will be the month. Again, use the MEMORY key to scroll to the appropriate month and stop scrolling then press the Set Time/Date button to set the month and move onto setting the day. Use the MEMORY key to scroll up to find the correct day of the month and press the
Set Time/Date button to set it.
Now that you've set the correct date, the number flashing will represent the time. The first two digits
are the hour. Use the MEMORY button to scroll through the hours. Note that for morning hours before
noon, there is no AM displayed but after noon PM will display. Again, scroll through the time using the
MEMORY button to scroll and the Set Time/Date button to set the time.
5. Measurement Procedure
Please note: You should always be seated before and during measurement
5.1. Before the measurement:
• Avoid eating and smoking as well as all forms of exertion directly before measurement. These factors influence the measurement result. Find time to relax by sitting in an armchair in a quiet atmosphere for about ten minutes before measurement.
• Remove any garment that fits closely to your upper arm.
• Always measure on the same arm (normally left).
• Always perform measurements at the same time of day, since the blood pressure changes during
the course of the day.
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5.2. Common sources of error:
Note:
Comparable blood pressure measurements always require the same conditions!
These are normally quiet conditions.
• Efforts by the patient to support the arm can increase blood pressure. Make sure you are in a comfortable, relaxed position and do not activate any of the muscles in the measurement arm during
the measurement. Use a cushion for support and rest your arm on a table.
• If the upper arm artery lies considerably lower or higher than the heart, a false high or low blood
pressure will be measured!
*A variation of 6” between the cuff and heart level can result in a reading error of + or 10mmHg.
• Cuffs that do not fit properly result in false measurement values. Selecting the correct cuff is extremely important. The cuff size is dependent upon the circumference or distance around your upper arm measured in the center. The permissible range is printed on the cuff. If this is not suitable
for your use, please contact CVS.
Note: Only use clinically approved Microlife or CVS Cuff Model # 271237.
• A loose cuff or a sideways protruding air-pocket causes false measurement values.
• Measurements should be done after a 5 minute rest to ensure accuracy.
• Consecutive blood pressure measurements should be performed after a 1 minute pause.
5.3. Fitting the cuff
a) Pass the end of the cuff through the flat metal ring so
that a loop is formed. The Velcro closer must be facing
outwards. (Ignore this step if the cuff has already been
prepared.)
b) Place the cuff over the left upper arm so that the tube
is closer to your lower arm. Align the cuff artery mark
(arrow) over the arm artery than runs down the inner
side of the arm.
c) Lay the cuff on the arm as illustrated. Make certain
that the lower edge of the cuff lies approximately 3/4”
to 1” (2 to 3 cm) above the elbow and that the tube is
closer to the inner side of the arm.
d) Tighten the cuff by pulling the end and close the cuff
by affixing the velcro. Make sure that the cuff Index
end falls between the OK lines when the cuff is in po-
tube
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sition. If it doesn’t, you are using the wrong cuff size.
e) There should be little free space between the arm and
the cuff. You should be able to fit 2 fingers between
your arm and the cuff. Clothing must not restrict the
arm. Any piece of clothing which does must be removed.
f) Lay your arm on a table (palm upward) so the cuff is at
the same height as the heart. Make sure that the tube
is not kinked.
g) Remain seated quietly for five minutes before you be-
gin the measurement.
Comment:
If it is not possible to fit the cuff to the left arm,
it can also be placed on your right arm. However,
all measur
ements should be made using the
same arm.
5.4. Measuring procedure
After the cuff has been appropriately positioned, the
measurement can begin:
a) Switch on the instrument by pressing the On/Off/START
button. Many icons appear in the display for 2 seconds: (Diag.)., A short triple beep follows to indicate that the instrument is ready.
A «0» is shown in the display.
SYSTOLIC
mmHg
DIASTOLIC
mmHg
PULSE
/min
b) Grasp the pump ball with your free hand and Inflate the cuff
to a pressure at least 40 mmHg higher than the expected
systolic pressure. If you do not know the value of this pressure, inflate to a value of approximately 160–180 mmHg.
The cuff pressure is shown continuously on the display.
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SYSTOLIC
mmHg
DIASTOLIC
mmHg
PULSE
/min
c) After the inflation process lay down the pump
ball and remain in a quiet and relaxed sitting position. The
measurement now proceeds on its own.
If no measurement takes place and all that appears in the
display is a flashing, upwards pointing arrow, pump the ball
once again and inflate to a higher pressure «Inflate further».
When the instrument detects a pulse, a heart symbol in the
display starts to flash and a beep is heard for every heart
beat.
d) When the measurement has been concluded, a long beep
tone sounds. The measured systolic and diastolic blood
pressure values as well as the pulse are now displayed.
The cuff pressure can now be quickly released by pressing
the release valve at the pump ball.
SYSTOLIC
m
mHg
DIASTOLIC
m
mHg
PULSE
/min
SYSTOLIC
mmHg
DIASTOLIC
mmHg
PULSE
/min
5.5. Inflating further
If the cuff is not inflated sufficiently, the measurement is stopped after a few seconds and a flashing
arrow pointing upwards appears in the display.
It is then necessary to inflate at least 20 mmHg
higher than the previous value.
The instruction to inflate further can appear several
times if the pressure is still not sufficient.
Attention:
If the cuff is inflated too far (over 300 mmHg), «HI»
appears in the display and a warning signal is
sounded. The cuff pressure must then be immediately released using the quick-release valve at the
pump ball!
As soon as the cuff is inflated sufficiently and the
measurement is proceeding, continue as described
under points c + d.
5.6. Discontinuing a measurement
If it is necessary to interrupt a blood pressure measurement for any reason, press the quick release
valve at the pump ball. The device immediately lowers the cuff-pressure automatically.
SYSTOLIC
mmHg
DIASTOLIC
mmHg
PULSE
/min
SYSTOLIC
mmHg
DIASTOLIC
mmHg
PULSE
/min
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