HoMedics BPA-200 User Manual

Automatic

Blood Pressure Monitor

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BPA-200

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

Using the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

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

Applying the Cuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Measurement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Risk Category Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

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

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

Important Notes Regarding Your

Blood Pressure Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Care, Maintenance & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Potential for Radio/Television Interference . .27

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Lifetime Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

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 circulation of blood, kidney problems or for users who have suffered from a stroke.

• The pulse display is not suitable for checking the 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.

• Do not plug or unplug the adapter power cord with wet hands.

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, Manual, electronic, or automated sphygmomanometers.

ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE

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.

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.

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 20 for more information on this feature.

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 MONITOR WORKS

This monitor uses Smart Sense™ Technology to detect your blood pressure. With one touch of a button, the cuff will automatically inflate to block the blood flow through your artery. Next, the deflation process starts. Smart Sense™ Technology enables the monitor to automatically inflate and deflate to the appropriate level for each individual. Please note that any muscle movement during inflation or deflation will cause measurement error. When measurement is complete, the monitor will 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 categories. See page 20 for more information on the Risk Category Indicator.

NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART

Smart Fit™ Arm Cuff

Air Tube and Connector

Memory Recall Button

Date/Time Set Buttons

(Located on back of unit)

LCD Display

Battery Cover

(Located

on bottom of unit)

START/STOP Button

Other Accessories Included :

User-Select Button

1 12V DC Output AC Adapter and 4 “AA” size, 1.5V alkaline batteries Note: Please unload the batteries when operating with the AC adapter for an extended period of time.

DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS

Systolic Pressure

Diastolic Pressure

Date/Time Indicator

Pulse Rate

Display Symbols:

User 1: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 1. User 2: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 2.

Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries should be

replaced.

Pulse Symbol: Shows the pulse rate per minute.

Important Health Bulletin: See page 21 for more information.

Memory Average: Displays average of last 3 readings

Risk Category Indicator: Compares readings against blood

pressure guidelines. See page 20 for more information.

If any of the following letters and numbers appear in the area that diastolic 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.

Measurement Error: Measurement result exceeds measurement range. Measure again.

Air Circuit Abnormality: Check cuff connection. Measure again.

Pressure Exceeding 300 mmHg: Switch the unit off to

clear, then measure again.

Data Error: Remove and reload the batteries.

INSTALLING BATTERIES

Note: It is recommended that you use batteries only

for travelling or when it is not possible to use the AC adapter.

1. Extend the tray so that the battery cover is fully

exposed.

2. Press down on latch and lift the battery cover

towards you to open the battery compartment.

3. Install or replace 4 “AA” sized batteries in the

battery compartment according to the indications inside the compartment.

4. Replace the battery cover by clicking in the

bottom hooks first, then push in the top end of the battery door.

Battery Cover

Slide-Out Tray

Replace the batteries if:

1. The weak battery symbol appears on the display.

2. 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. 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.

USING THE AC ADAPTER

Note: • Please unload the batteries when operating

with the AC adapter for an extended period of time. Leaving the batteries in the compartment for a long time may cause leakage, which may lead to damage of the unit.

• No batteries are needed when operating with the AC adapter.

1. Connect the AC adapter with the AC adapter jack in the back of the unit as shown below.

2. Please use only the AC adapter included with this monitor.

Connect AC adapter here

AC Adapter

Input: 120V 60Hz Output: 12V DC 500mA

DATE & TIME SET PROCEDURE

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 hour. Change the hour 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 minutes.

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

4. A “0” will reappear as the blood pressure monitor is ready for measurement again.

Press the button

blinking hour

increasing hour

confirm the entry

repeat process to set time and date

APPLYING THE CUFF

1. If the cuff is not assembled, pass the end of the cuff furthest away from the tubing through the metal D-ring in order to form a loop.

End of cuff

D-ring

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

Insert plug here

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

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

5. Center tube over middle of arm.

6. 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.

7. 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 of your elbow on the

Main Artery

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

Very Important: Proper cuff size is critical to accurate measurement. This cuff is suitable for your use if the 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 other circumferences. Contact HoMedics Consumer Relations regarding additional cuff sizes.

Arrow

Solid Color Line

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 23 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.

1. Press the User Select Button to choose User 1

or User 2.

After the user number is selected, press the START/STOP button to confirm the chosen user.

2. With the cuff wrapped around your arm, press the

START/STOP button. Do not inflate the cuff unless it is wrapped around your arm. All digits will light up to check the display functions. The checking procedure will be completed after about 2 seconds.

3. After all symbols disappear, the display will

show a blinking “0”. The monitor is “Ready to Measure” and will automatically inflate the cuff to start measurement.

4. Once your systolic pressure is determined, the monitor

will begin deflating to measure your diastolic pressure.

Note: This monitor will re-inflate automatically if the

system detects that your body requires more pressure for measurement.

5. When the measurement is completed, the cuff will

deflate entirely. Systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse will be shown simultaneously on the LCD screen. The measurement is then automatically

stored into memory.

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