Homedics BPW-360BT Instruction Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION:
Important Product Notices and
Safety Instructions...........................................	3
About Blood Pressure......................................	5
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
Transmitting Readings
to Your Mobile Device.....................................	14
Applying the Cuff...........................................	16
Correct Measurement Posture......................	17

Measurement Procedure...............................	18
Risk Category Index.......................................	21
Irregular Heartbeat Detector (IHB)...............	22
Recalling Values from Memory.....................	23
Clearing Values from Memory.......................	24
Important Notes Regarding Your
Blood Pressure Measurement.......................	25
Care, Maintenance & Cleaning......................	26
Potential for Electromagnetic
Interference....................................................	28
Troubleshooting..............................................	29
Specifications.................................................	30
5 Year Limited Warranty.................................	32

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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.

•This device uses the oscillometric method to measure systolic and diastolic blood pressure, as well as heart rate.

•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 blood 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.

•This product is not suitable for people with arrhythmias. This device may have difficulty determining the proper blood pressure for pregnant women, individuals with irregular heartbeat, diabetes, poor circulation of blood, kidney problems or for users who have suffered from a stroke.

•Consult your physician before measuring blood pressure at the wrist if you have any of the following conditions: Severe hypertension, severe diabetes, severe arteriosclerosis, severe kidney disease or vascular disease that may compromise circulation.

•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. 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 wrist.

•Not for use by or on persons under the age of 18.

•Use only 1.5v AAA 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 auscultatory method, within the limits prescribed by the American National Standard, Manual, electronic, or automated sphygmomanometers.

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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 table on page 6 contains defined levels for hypertension that are publicly available from the American Heart Association (AHA) (http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/ Conditions/HighBloodPressure/AboutHighBloodPressure/

Understanding-Blood-Pressure-Readings_UCM_301764_

Article.jsp). Users can compare their own blood pressure readings against these defined levels to determine if they may be potentially at increased risk.

This table is applicable to most adults aged 18 and older.

Blood pressure tends to go up and down, even in people who normally don’t have high readings. If your numbers stay above the “normal” range most of the time, you may be at increased risk and should consult your physician.

	Category	Systolic (mmHg)		Diastolic (mmHg)
	Normal	Less than 120	and	Less than 80
	Prehypertension	120-139	or	80-89
	High Blood Pressure
	Stage 1	140-159	or	90-99
	Stage 2	160-179	or	100-109
	Hypertensive Crisis	Higher than 180	or	Higher than 110
	(emergency care needed)

Although one can easily find where their own blood pressure readings fall on this table, this monitor comes equipped with a Risk Category Index that automatically compares each reading to the defined levels and provides a helpful cue if your reading falls into one of the stages that could potentially indicate increased risk. See page 21 for more information on this feature.

Please note that cues provided by this monitor are only intended to assist you in using this table. The table and cues are only provided for convenience to help you understand your non-invasive blood pressure reading as it relates to

the AHA information. They are not a substitute for a medical examination by your physician. It is important for you to consult with your physician regularly. Your physician will tell you your normal blood pressure range as well as the point at which you may actually be considered to be at risk.

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HOW THIS BLOOD PRESSURE

MONITOR WORKS

This monitor uses innovative technology to detect your blood pressure. This technology enables the monitor to automatically inflate and deflate at the appropriate level for each individual. With one touch of a button, the cuff will automatically inflate to block the blood flow through your artery. After taking your measurement, the cuff will automatically deflate.

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.

The monitor automatically finds where your measurement results fall on the AHA’s table and provides a cue if your reading falls into one of the stages that could potentially indicate increased risk. See page 21 for more information on this feature.

The appearance of the icon indicates that a pulse irregularity consistent with an irregular heartbeat was detected during measurement. Refer to page 22 for more information on the Irregular Heartbeat Detector.

NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART

	Wrist Cuff
	(type B applied part)
					MEMORY
					RECALL
					Button
LCD Display					START/STOP
					Button
					SET Button

Battery Cover

Accessories for unit :

2 AAA size, 1.5v alkaline batteries and carrying case included with the unit.

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DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS	Display Symbols:
		Pulse Symbol: Shows the heart rate per minute.
		Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries should be replaced.
	Systolic	Error Symbol: Appears when an error has occurred.
	Pressure	Risk Category Index: See page 21 for more information.
		Irregular Heartbeat Detector: See page 22 for more information.
	Diastolic	User 1: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 1.
	Pressure	User 2: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 2.
	MEMORY REVIEW	Memory Review Symbol: Indicates the user is in Memory Recall
	Heart Rate	Mode.
		Memory Average Symbol: Display average of last 3 readings.
	LAST 3 AVG.
		Data Transmission Indicator: Indicates when information is being
		transmitted from your monitor to your mobile device App.

			If		and any of the following letters and numbers appear in the area
			that diastolic pressure should be displayed or the Data transmission
	Date/Time Indicator		indicator appears, an error has occured with your reading. See the
			Troubleshooting section of this manual for more information.
						Cuff Not Fastened Securely: Refasten the cuff and measure again.
						Cuff Fastened Too Tight: Refasten the cuff and measure again.
						Pressure Exceeding 300mmHg: Switch the unit off to clear.
						Then measure again.
						System Error: Measure again.
						Error Determining Measurement: Switch the unit off to clear, and
						measure again. Keep wrist steady during measurement.
						Measurement Error: Measure again.
						Data Transmission Error: Make sure the mobile device and the
						blood pressure monitor are paired and are within 6-9 feet of each
						other. Try sending the data again.
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INSTALLING BATTERIES

1.	The battery cover is located along the	1.
	side of the monitor. Remove battery
	cover by pressing down and pulling
	away from the monitor.
2.	Install batteries according to the	2.
	polarity indications inside the
	compartment (as shown in figure
	2). Battery Type: 2 Alkaline LR03
	(1.5v AAA) size
		3.
3.	Insert the other battery, according
	to the polarity indications inside the
	compartment (as shown in figure 3).
		4.
4.	Replace the cover by inserting it
	back into place.

Replace the batteries if:

•The weak battery symbol “Lo” appears on the display.

•Nothing appears on the display when the power is switched on and the START/STOP button is pressed.

As the supplied batteries are for test only, they may be discharged earlier than batteries you buy in stores. Replace all batteries at one time (as simultaneous set). Use only

1.5v AAA alkaline batteries. Remove batteries when the unit is not in use for extended periods of time. Date and time will need to be reset if batteries are removed or replaced. Clean contacts on battery and in battery compartment with a soft dry cloth each time you install batteries.

Note:

Batteries are hazardous waste. Do not dispose of them together with the household garbage.

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DATE & TIME SET PROCEDURE

1.To adjust the date and time, you can either replace the batteries, or press and hold the SET button for

2 seconds while the screen is dark.

2.The display will show a blinking number representing the HOUR. Change the HOUR by pressing the MEM 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 MINUTE.

3.Change the MINUTE, MONTH, DAY and YEAR as described in Step 2 above, using the MEM button to change the numbers and the SET button to confirm the entries.

4.When this process is completed, the screen will display “done”.

SET Press and hold the SET button

blinking HOUR

MEM increasing HOUR

SET	confirm the entry

repeat process to set MINUTE, MONTH, DAY and YEAR

TRANSMITTING READINGS TO YOUR MOBILE DEVICE

This monitor sends your blood pressure readings to the HoMedics® App that is free to download on the App StoreSM. Make sure you have this App downloaded and installed on your mobile device before trying to transmit your blood pressure measurements.

There are two ways to transmit the data:

1.At the conclusion of the blood pressure measurement, this monitor will automatically attempt to send your results to your mobile device.

2.By pressing and holding the START/STOP button for 3 seconds.

At the conclusion of data transmitting, the screen will display the following:

•If the transmission was successful, the Data transmission indicator and “done” will be

displayed on the screen.

•If the transmission was unsuccessful, the Data

transmission indicator and theicon will be displayed on the screen.

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Note:

•For use with iPhone® 5, iPhone® 4S, and iPad® (3rd generation).

•The App must be open on your mobile device in order to establish a connection with the monitor.

•Bluetooth® must be turned ON on your mobile device.

•The App will only receive new readings from the monitor. The App will not store or display duplicate measurements.

•Consult with your mobile device manufacturer to ensure you are using a Bluetooth® Smart mobile device. Only Bluetooth® Smart mobile devices can work with the HoMedics® Premium Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor.

APPLYING THE CUFF

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

	Clothing sleeves should be rolled up	Fig. A
	and the cuff should be wrapped around
	bare skin for correct measurements.
2.	Apply cuff to left wrist with palm facing
	up as shown in Fig. A.
3.	Make sure the edge of the cuff is about
	1/4”~1/2” (1 cm) from the palm as	Fig. B
	shown in Fig. B.
4.	In order to ensure accurate
	measurements, fasten the hook and
	loop strap securely around your wrist so
	there is no extra space between the cuff
	and the wrist. If the cuff is not wrapped
	tight enough, the measurement values	Fig. C
	will not be accurate.
5.	If your physician has diagnosed you
	with poor circulation in your left arm,
	place the cuff around your right wrist as
	shown in Fig. C.

Note:

If it is not possible to use the cuff on your left wrist, it can also be used on your right wrist. However, all measurements should be made using the same wrist.

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CORRECT MEASUREMENT POSTURE

1.Place your elbow on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart as shown in Fig. A. Relax your entire body, especially between your elbow and fingers.

Note: Your heart is located slightly below your armpit.

2.If the cuff is not at the same level as your heart or if

you cannot keep your arm completely still throughout the reading, use a soft object such as a folded towel to support your arm as shown in Fig. B.

3.Turn your palm upwards.

4.Sit upright in a chair, and take

5-6 deep breaths.

Note: Avoid leaning back while the measurement is being taken as shown in Fig. C.

Fig. A

Fig. B

Fig. C

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MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE

Important Notes:

•Position the monitor at the same level as your heart during measurement to ensure accurate readings.

•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 a 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 25 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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1.While the screen is dark, press and hold the MEM button for 3 seconds to choose User 1 or User 2.

The display will show the blinking User icon. Pressing the MEM button again will toggle between the two users in a cycling manner. Press the SET button to confirm the entry and the User icon will stop blinking.

2.With the cuff wrapped around your wrist, press the START/STOP button. Do not inflate the cuff unless it is wrapped around your wrist. All digits will light up, checking the display functions. The checking procedure will be completed after about 3 seconds.

4.When the measurement is completed, the cuff will deflate entirely and systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse will be shown simultaneously on the LCD screen. The measurement is then automatically stored into memory and will attempt to connect and send the measurement result to your mobile device.

START

STOP

MEMORY REVIEW

LAST 3 AVG.

3.After all symbols disappear, the display will show “0”. The monitor is “Ready to Measure” and will automatically inflate the cuff to begin measurement.

Note:

•This monitor automatically turns off approximately

1 minute after last operation. You may also press the START/STOP button to turn the unit off.

•At the conclusion of data transmitting, the screen will display the following:

•If the transmission was successful, the

Data transmission indicator and “done” will be displayed on the screen.

•If the transmission was unsuccessful, the

Data transmission indicator and the icon will be displayed on the screen.

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