Homedics BPW-360BTPU 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

(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.

Higher than 180 or Higher than 110

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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.

NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART

Wrist Cuff
(type B applied part)

MEMORY
RECALL
Button

LCD Display

Battery Cover

START/STOP
Button

SET Button

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.

Accessories for unit :

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

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DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS

Systolic
Pressure

Diastolic
Pressure

Heart Rate

Date/Time Indicator

Display Symbols:

Pulse Symbol: Shows the heart rate per minute.

Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries should be replaced.

Error Symbol: Appears when an error has occurred.

Risk Category Index: See page 21 for more information.

Irregular Heartbeat Detector: See page 22 for more information.

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

User 2: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 2.
Memory Review Symbol: Indicates the user is in Memory Recall

MEMORY REVIEW

Mode.

LAST 3 AVG.

Memory Average Symbol: Display average of last 3 readings.
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
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
side of the monitor. Remove battery
cover by pressing down and pulling
away from the monitor.

2. Install batteries according to the
polarity indications inside the
compartment (as shown in figure

2). Battery Type: 2 Alkaline LR03

(1.5v “AAA”) size

3. Insert the other battery, according
to the polarity indications inside the
compartment (as shown in figure 3).

4. Replace the cover by inserting it
back into place.

1.

2.

3.

4.

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.

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.

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

SET

Press and hold the SET button

blinking HOUR

MEM

SET

repeat process to set MINUTE, MONTH,

increasing HOUR

confirm the entry

DAY and YEAR

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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Note:

START

MEM

STOP

SET

START

MEM

STOP

SET

START

MEM

STOP

SET

START

MEM

STOP

SET

START

MEM

STOP

SET

START

MEM

STOP

SET

• For use with iPod touch®, iPhone®5, iPhone®4S, iPad®
(3rd generation), and iPad mini™. For a complete list
of compatible mobile devices, please scan QR code
below or visit http://qr.homedics.com/compatibility.

• 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.

APPLYING THE CUFF

1. Remove all watches, wrist jewelry, etc.
prior to attaching the wrist monitor.
Clothing sleeves should be rolled up
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
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
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.

Fig. A

Fig. B

Fig. C

MEM

START

STOP

SET

MEM

START

STOP

SET

MEM

START

STOP

SET

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.

Fig. A

Fig. B

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.

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.

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Fig. C

(X)

• 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.

1. While the screen is dark, press and hold the MEM

MEMORY REVIEW

MEMORY REVIEW

MEMORY REVIEW

LAST 3 AVG.

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.

3. After all symbols disappear, the display will show “0”.

START

STOP

MEMORY REVIEW

LAST 3 AVG.

The monitor is “Ready to Measure” and will
automatically inflate the cuff to begin measurement.

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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.