Homedics 518732 User Manual

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Manual Inflate

Blood Pressure Monitor

IB-518732

518732

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION: Important Product Notices and Safety

Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

About Blood Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

What is Blood Pressure? Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?

Blood Pressure Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

How This Blood Pressure Monitor Works . . . . .7

USAGE INFORMATION:

Name/Function of Each Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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

Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Date & Time Set Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Using The Arm Cuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Measurement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Risk Category Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Recalling Values from Memory . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Clearing Values from Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Important Notes Regarding Your

Blood Pressure Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Recalibration Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Care, Maintenance & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Potential for Electromagnetic Interference . .28

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Lifetime Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

circulation of blood, kidney problems or for users who

have suffered from a stroke.

• The pulse display is not suitable for checking the

IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICES AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your blood pressure monitor, basic precautions should always be followed. Please read and follow all instructions and warnings before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.

• Please note that this is a home healthcare product only and it is not intended to serve as a substitute for the advice of a physician or medical professional.

• Do not use this device for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or disease. Measurement results are for reference only. Consult a healthcare professional for interpretation of pressure measurements. Contact your physician if you have or suspect any medical problem. Do not change your medications without the advice of your physician or healthcare professional.

• Proper cuff size is critical for accurate measurements. Follow the instructions in this manual and printed on the arm cuff to ensure the appropriate size of cuff is being used.

• This product is not suitable for people with arrythmias. This device may have difficulty determining the proper blood pressure for individuals with diabetes, poor

frequency of heart pacemakers.

• Electromagnetic interference: 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 may lead to temporary impairment of measurement accuracy.

• Use blood pressure monitor only for its intended use.

• Do not wrap the cuff around body parts other than your arm.

• This unit is intended for use in measuring the blood pressure and pulse rate of adults. Do not use this device on infants or those who cannot express their own consent. This unit should not be operated by children.

• Use only 1.5V AA alkaline batteries for power supply.

Blood pressure measurements determined with this device are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope ausculatory method, within the limits prescribed by the American National Standard,

electronic, or automated sphygmomanometers

Manual,

ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE

Systolic (mmHg) Diastolic (mmHg)

Stage 2 Hypertension >160 >100 Stage 1 Hypertension 140~159 90~99 Prehypertension 120~139 80~89 Normal <120 <80

What is Blood Pressure?

Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the artery walls while blood flows through the arteries. The pressure measured when the heart contracts and sends blood out of the heart is systolic (highest) blood pressure. The pressure measured when the heart dilates with blood flowing back into the heart is called diastolic (lowest) blood pressure.

Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?

Among today’s various health problems, those associated with high blood pressure are very common. High blood pressure dangerously correlates with cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, blood pressure monitoring is important for identifying those at risk.

Categories for Blood Pressure Levels in Adults

For adults 18 and older who are not on medicine for high blood pressure, are not having a short-term serious illness, and do not have other conditions, such as diabetes and kidney disease.

To determine category of risk when systolic and diastolic readings fall into two areas, use the higher of the two numbers for classification.

There is an exception to the above definition of high blood pressure for people with diabetes and chronic kidney disease. A blood pressure of 130/80 mmHg or higher is considered high blood pressure for those individuals.

This monitor comes equipped with a Risk Category Indicator to visually indicate the assumed risk level of each reading based upon these standards. See page 21 for more information on this feature.

BLOOD PRESSURE STANDARD

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the National Institutes of Health have developed a blood pressure standard that identifies areas of lowand high-risk blood pressure. This standard, however is a general guideline as an individual’s blood pressure varies among different people, age groups, etc.

It is important that you consult with your physician regularly. Your physician will tell you your normal blood pressure range as well as the point at which you will be considered at risk.

For reliable monitoring and reference of blood pressure, keeping long-term records is recommended.

HOW THIS BLOOD PRESSURE

NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART

MONITOR WORKS

This manual inflate digital blood pressure monitor provides systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse readings quickly and easily. Once the cuff is inflated, the monitor will determine your blood pressures by analysis of your pressure oscillations. When the measurement is completed, the device will deflate the cuff and display your systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse readings.

Based upon your measurement results, the monitor's Risk Category Indicator will alert you if your reading falls into the pre-hypertension, stage 1 hypertension, or stage 2 hypertension risk categories. See page 21 for more information on the Risk Category Indicator.

Arm Cuff

Memory Recall Button

Cuff Tube

Inflation Bulb

Date/Time Set Buttons

(Located on back of unit)

LCD Display

Battery Cover

(Located

on bottom of unit)

START/STOP Button

DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS

Display Symbols:

Inflation Symbol: Appears when cuff requires inflation.

Date/Time Indicator

Pulse Rate

Systolic Pressure

Diastolic Pressure

Deflation Symbol: Appears when cuff is deflating.

Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries should

be replaced.

Pulse Symbol: Shows the pulse rate per minute.

Memory Average: Displays average of last 3 readings.

Risk Category Indicator: Compares readings against blood

pressure guidelines. See page 21 for more information.

If and any of the following letters and numbers appear in the area that systolic pressure should be displayed, an error has occurred with your reading. See Troubleshooting section of this manual for more information.

Measurement Error: Measure again. Wrap the cuff correctly and keep arm steady during measurement.

Air Circuit Abnormality: Check cuff connection. Measure again.

Pressure Exceeding 300 mmHg: Turn the unit off to clear,

then measure again.

Error Determining Measurement Data: Measure again.

Recalibration Alert: Recalibration recommended. See

page 25 for information.

INSTALLING BATTERIES

1. Press down on latch and lift the battery cover towards you to open the battery compartment.

. Install or replace 2 “AA” sized batteries in the

battery compartment according to the indications inside the compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover by clicking in the bottom hooks first, then push in the top end of the battery door.

Battery Cover

Replace the batteries if:

1. The weak battery symbol appears on the display. . Nothing appears on the display when the power is

switched on. As the supplied batteries are for test only, they may be discharged earlier than batteries you buy in stores. Replace the batteries in pairs. Use only 1.5V AA alkaline batteries. Remove batteries when unit is not in use for extended periods of time.

Note: Batteries are hazardous waste. Do not dispose

of them together with the household garbage.

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1. To adjust the date/time, press the Set button ,

located on the back of the monitor

2. The display will show a blinking number showing the date. Change the month by pressing the button. Each press will increase the number by one in a cycling manner. Press the Set button again to confirm the entry, and the screen will show a blinking number representing the day of the month.

3. Change the date and time as described in Step 2 above, using the button to change the numbers and the Set button to confirm the entries.

Press the button

USING THE ARM CUFF

Very Important: Proper cuff size is critical to accurate measurement.

This monitor comes with a Standard Size arm cuff that fits arms with circumferences of 9”–13” (23 cm – 33 cm).

This cuff is suitable for your use if the colored arrow falls within the solid color line as shown below

If the arrow falls outside of the solid color line, you will need a cuff with another circumference. Contact HoMedics Consumer Relations at 1-800-466-3342.

Colored Arrow

blinking month

repeat process to set date and time

increasing month

confirm the entry

Solid Colored Line

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cuff furthest away from the tubing through the metal D-ring in order to form a loop. The smooth side without the felt material should be on the inside of the cuff loop.

End of cuff

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on the outside of cuff

2. Plug the cuff tube into the left side of the unit.

Insert plug here

3. Open the arm cuff so that your arm may be placed through it.

4. Remove tight fitting clothing from around your upper left arm.

5. Position cuff edge 0.8-1.2 inches (2-3 cm) above elbow.

6. Center tube over middle of arm.

7. Pull the end of the cuff so that it tightens evenly around your arm. Press the hook and loop material together to secure. Allow room for 2 fingers to fit between the cuff and your arm.

8. Lay your arm on a table (palm upward)

so the cuff is at the same height as your heart. Make sure the tube is not kinked.

Note:

If it is not possible to fit the cuff to your left arm, it can also be placed on your right arm. However

, all measurements should be made using the same arm. To use on the right arm, you must position the artery symbol “ ” over the main artery. Locate the main artery by pressing with two fingers approximately 1" (2 cm) above the bend

Main Artery

of your elbow on the inside of your right arm. Identify where the pulse can be felt the strongest. This is your main artery.

MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE

Important Notes:

• Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is in constant fluctuation throughout the day

• Blood pressure measurement can be affected by the position of the user, his or her physiologic condition and other factors. For greatest accuracy, wait 1 hour after exercising, bathing, eating, drinking beverages with alcohol or caffeine, or smoking to measure blood pressure.

• Before measurement, it is suggested that you sit quietly for 15 minutes as measurements taken during a relaxed state will have greater accuracy. You should not be physically tired or exhausted while taking a measurement.

• During the measurement, do not talk or move your arm or hand muscles.

• See page 24 for additional notes regarding your blood pressure measurement.

If you are using this blood pressure monitor for the first time, please remove the protective film from the screen.

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