Health O Meter 7633 User Manual

IMPORTANT NOTES

Your Measure for Good Health™

AUTOMATIC WRIST

Blood Pressure

Monitor

Please read this entire manual carefully before using this device.

Model 7633

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Automatic Wrist Blood

Pressure Monitor

DO NOT DESTROY

Features:

• One-Touch Easy Operation

• Large, Easy-To-Read Digital Display

• 90 Automatic Memory Feature

• MicroStep™Technology Precisely Controls Deflation for Greater Accuracy

• Auto Shut-Off

• Convenient Storage Case

• Compact and Portable

In accordance with International Standards:

Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Standards of Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

About the Wrist Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

About Blood Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Blood Pressure Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Blood Pressure Fluctuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Carrying Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Product Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Display Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

HOW TO USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14

• Helpful Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

• Applying the Cuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

• Proper Posture During Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12

• Taking a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13

• Recalling Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Precautionary Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Patents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Blood Pressure Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the new Health o meter®Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor Model 7633. This fully automatic, wrist mounted device is both easy to use and ideally suited for daily measurements. The large display includes systolic, diastolic and pulse measurements, all clearly shown at the completion of each reading.

In addition, you can store up to 90 measurements using the monitor’s built-in memory feature, ideal for users who want to monitor and track their blood pressure on a regular basis. The Health o meter®blood pressure monitor is compact and portable, making it ideal for both home and travel usage.

Blood pressure measurements determined with the Health o meter blood pressure monitor are equivalent to those using the cuff/ stethoscope auscultation method and are within the limits prescribed by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). This monitor is to be used by an adult and is intended for in-home use.

Note: Please read this manual carefully before use. For specific information about your own blood pressure, contact your physician. Please be sure to keep this manual for future reference.

Quick Reference

Please see the following pages for complete instructions.

A. Installing Batteries

Battery Type: 2 AAA 1.5 Volt

(See Page 9)

B. Applying the Cuff

E. Automatic Memory

Press ON/OFF/START button

Remain still during measurement. The unit will automatically inflate

then deflate. (See Page 12)

Apply cuff to LEFT wrist with

PALM FACING UP.

(See Page 11)

C. Correct Posture

Place the wrist at heart level.

(See Page 11) Relax a few minutes

before starting the Blood Pressure

Monitor. (See Helpful Tips, Page 10)

Your new Health o meter®monitor stores

a maximum of 90 measured values.

(See Page 13)

F. Recall Memory

Press “M” to recall prior

measured values.

(See Page 14)

Standards of Quality

This Blood Pressure Monitor conforms with the American National Standards Institute/American Association of Medical Instrumentation Standards for Non-Invasive Blood Pressure Monitors. In addition, the device complies with the European regulations and bears the CE mark “CE 0366”. The quality of the device has been verified and conforms to the provisions of the EC council directive 93/42/EEC dated 14 June 1993 concerning medical devices, as well as the EMC directive 89/336/EEC:

ANSI/AAMI SB10 Electronic or automated Sphygmomanometers

EN 1060-1 (Dec. 1995) Non-invasive blood pressure measuring equipment

General requirements

EN 1060-3 (Feb. 1997) Non-invasive blood pressure measuring equipment

Supplementary requirements for electromechanical blood pressure measuring systems

About the Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

Your Health o meter®blood pressure monitor uses the oscillometric method to detect your blood pressure. Before the cuff starts inflating, the device will establish a baseline cuff pressure, which is equivalent to the air pressure. The measurement of your blood pressure is based on this baseline pressure. Once the cuff inflates to block the passage of blood in the artery, the deflation process begins. During the deflation of the wrist cuff, the unit is detecting the pressure oscillations generated between beats of the pulse. Any muscle movement during this period of time will cause measurement error. After detecting the amplitude and the slope of the pressure oscillations during the deflation process, your Health o meter diastolic pressures for you, your pulse rate is detected and displayed at the same time.

monitor will determine the systolic and

ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE

What is Blood Pressure?

Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the inside of the artery wall while blood flows through the artery. The pressure measured when the heart contracts and sends blood out of the heart is the “systolic” reading (higher number). The pressure measured when the heart dilates with blood flowing back into the heart is called the “diastolic” (lowest number) blood pressure.

Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?

Systolic over 160 Diastolic over 100

Hypertension

Systolic 140 ~159 Diastolic

90 ~ 94

Borderline

Systolic under 139 Diastolic under 89

Normal

Systolic under 99

Hypotension

Systolic (mm Hg) →

140100

160

Diastolic (mm Hg)→

Fluctuation Within a Day

(Case: Male, 35 Years Old)

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Systolic Pressure

Diastolic Pressure

Various health problems associated to high blood pressure are quite common with people in today’s society. There is a significant correlation of high blood pressure with cardiovascular disease. This correlation has made measuring blood pressure a necessity for those individuals identified with high blood pressure, placing them into a high risk category pertaining to cardiovascular disease. Also, as a person ages, one’s blood pressure can change over time, thus it makes good “health sense” to monitor your blood pressure on a regular basis.

Blood Pressure Standard

The World Health Organization (WHO) has developed a blood pressure standard, according to which areas of low and high-risk blood pressure are identified. This standard, however, is a general guideline as individual’s blood pressure varies among different people and different age groups, etc.

It is important that you consult with your physician regularly. Your physician can tell you your optimize blood pressure range.

Blood Pressure Fluctuation

Blood pressure fluctuates all the time!

Your blood pressure will change over the course of the month, week and even throughout the day. It is also influenced by seasonal and temperature changes.

Carrying Case

Please store your Health o meter®Blood Pressure Monitor in the carrying case provided as shown below:

Product Component Identification

A. LCD Display D. Power Button (for ON/OFF) B. Memory Recall Button E. Battery Cover C. Wrist Cuff F. 2 x AAA Size 1.5v Alkaline Batteries

(Included)

Display Explanations

Display:

Systolic Pressure

Diastolic Pressure

Pulse Rate

No. of Memory Sequence

Icons:

Appears when measurement value is stored in memory or is recalled from memory

Appears when batteries should be replaced

Shows the Pulse Rate per minute

Occurs when an error was made during measurement

Installing Batteries

1. Place your thumb on the side of the battery cover. Pull the battery cover in the direction of the cuff to open.

2. Install lower battery first in the bottom position with the battery ribbon underneath. Battery Type: 2 Alkaline (AAA) size.

3. Place in the other battery and pull up the battery ribbon over it.

4. Replace the cover by placing the end tabs of the battery cover in the slots on the top of the battery compartment. Click in the other end to secure the battery cover.

Replace the batteries if:

1. The weak battery mark appears in the display.

2. Nothing appears in the display when the power is switched on. As the supplied batteries are for test only, they may discharge earlier than batteries

you buy in stores. Replace the batteries in pairs. Remove batteries when unit is not in use for extended periods of time.

Note: Discard used batteries as directed by your local, environmental codes.

HOW TO USE: Helpful Tips

Here are a few tips to help you obtain more accurate readings:

• Do not measure your blood pressure immediately after consuming a

large meal. To obtain more accurate readings, please wait one hour before measuring.

• Do not smoke or drink alcohol before measuring your blood pressure.

• You should not be physically tired or exhausted while taking

a measurement.

• It is important that you relax during measurement. Try to take

a 15-minute rest before taking a reading.

• Do not take measurements if you are under stress or under tension.

• Take your blood pressure at normal body temperature. If you are

feeling cold or hot, wait a while before taking a measurement.

• If the monitor is stored at very low temperature (near freezing),

have it placed at a warm location for at least one hour before using it.

• Wait about 5 minutes before taking a SECOND blood pressure

measurement.

Applying the Cuff

Remove all watches, jewelry, etc., prior to attaching the wrist monitor. Clothing sleeves

should be loosely rolled up and the cuff should be wrapped on bare skin

for correct measurements.

2. Apply cuff to LEFT wrist with palm facing up as shown in Figure A.

Make sure the edge of the cuff is about 3/8 inch from the palm as shown in Figure B.

4. In order to insure accurate measurements, fasten the fabric fastener strap securely around your wrist so there is no extra space between the cuff and the wrist as shown in Figure C.

Note: If the cuff is not wrapped tightly enough, the

measurement values may be false. However, do not apply the cuff too tightly as it may constrict the smooth flow of blood to the hand.

5. If your physician has diagnosed you with poor circulation on your left arm, carefully place the cuff around your right wrist as shown in Figure D.

Proper Posture During Measurement

1. Place your elbow on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart as shown in Figure A.

Note: Your heart is located slightly below your armpit and a bit to the left of the

middle of your chest.

Relax your entire body, especially the area between your elbow and fingers.

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2. If the cuff is not at the same level as your heart or if you can not keep your arm completely still throughout the reading, use a soft object such as a folded towel to support your arm as shown in Figure B. Do not allow hard objects to come in contact with the wrist cuff.

3. Turn your palm upwards.

4. Sit upright in a chair, and take 5-6 deep, relaxing breaths.

5. Avoid leaning back while the measurement is being taken as shown in Figure C.

Taking a Measurement

1. After applying the cuff on the wrist and you are properly positioned and relaxed, press the ON/OFF/START button “ ”. All digits will light up, checking the display functions. The checking procedure will be completed after about 2 seconds.

2. After all symbols appear, the display will show a blinking “0”. At this time, the monitor is “Ready to Measure” and will automatically inflate the cuff to start measurment.

FIGURE C

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