Homedics BPW-HP010 User Manual

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Blood Pressure Monitor

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BPW-HP010

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION:
Important Product Notices and

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

About Blood Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

What is Blood Pressure?
Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?

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

How This Blood Pressure

Monitor Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

USAGE INFORMATION:

Name/Function of Each Part . . . . . . .10

Display Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Applying the Cuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Correct Measurement Posture . . . . .17

Measurement Procedure . . . . . . . . . .19

Recalling Values from Memory . . . . .25

Clearing Values from Memory . . . . .26

Important Notes Regarding Your

Blood Pressure Measurement . . . . .27

Care, Maintenance & Cleaning . . . . .29

Potential for Radio/Television

Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Lifetime 5 Year Warranty . . . . . . . . . .35

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IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICES AND

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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.

• 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.

• 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

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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 wrist.

• 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.

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

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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.

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BLOOD PRESSURE STANDARD

Systolic (mmHg) Diastolic (mmHg)

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

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The US Department of Health & Human
Services and the National Institutes of
Health

have developed a blood
pressure standard that identifies areas of
low- and high-risk blood pressure.
This standard, however, is a general
guideline as 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.

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.

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HOW THIS BLOOD PRESSURE
MONITOR WORKS

NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART

This monitor uses advanced 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. This
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.

LCD Display

Memory Recall
Button

Battery
Cover

Wrist Cuff

START/STOP
Button

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DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS

Display Symbols:

Pulse Rate

Systolic
Pressure

Diastolic
Pressure

Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when
batteries should be replaced.

Pulse Symbol: Shows the pulse rate per
minute.

Memory Symbol: Shows the memory reading
number

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 wrist steady
during measurement.

Air Circuit Abnormality: Measure again.
Pressure Exceeding 300 mmHg: Switch the unit

off to clear, then measure again.
Data Error: Remove and reload the batteries.

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INSTALLING BATTERIES

1. The battery cover is

located along the left side
of the monitor. Place
thumb and index finger
on top and bottom
ridges.

2. Remove battery cover

by pressing and
pulling cover away
from the monitor.

1.

2.

4. Place in the other
battery, according to
the polarity indications
inside the compartment
and as shown in
figure 4.

5. Replace the cover
by snapping it back
into place.

Replace the batteries if:

1. The weak battery
symbol appears in
the display.

4.

5.

3. Install lower battery first
according to the polarity
indications inside the
compartment. This
battery should be in the
bottom position as
shown in figure 3.

Battery Type: 2 Alkaline
LR03 (AAA) size

3.

2. Nothing appears in the display when the
power is switched on.

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.

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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.

Fig. A

Fig. B

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

Fig. C

Fig. D

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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.

Fig. A

Note: Your heart is

located slightly
below your armpit.

3. Turn you palm upwards.

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

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

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

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
folded towel to support
your arm as shown in
Fig. B.

such as a

Fig. C

(X)

Fig. B

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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 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 27 for additional notes
regarding your blood pressure
measurement.

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1. With the cuff wrapped around your

START

STOP

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 2 seconds.

2. After all symbols disappear, the display
will show a blinking “0”. The monitor is

“Ready to Measure” and will
automatically inflate the cuff to begin

measurement. The cuff will then begin
deflating as measurement continues.

Note: The monitor will re-inflate

automatically if the system
detects that your body requires
more pressure for measurement.

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