Homedics WMT-BPA845 User Manual
BP300
Upper Arm
Blood Pressure Monitor
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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
Using the AC Adapter ........................................12
Date & Time Set Procedure...............................13
Using the Arm Cuff ............................................ 14
Measurement Procedure ...................................17
Risk Category Index ..........................................20
Irregular Heartbeat Detector ...........................21
Recalling Values from Memory.........................22
Clearing Values from Memory .......................... 23
Important Notes Regarding Your
Blood Pressure Measurement .......................... 24
Care, Maintenance & Cleaning .........................25
Potential for Electromagnetic Interference .....27
Troubleshooting .................................................28
Specifications ....................................................29
5 Year Limited Warranty ....................................30
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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 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 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 arrhythmias.
This device may have difficulty determining the proper
blood pressure for pregnant women and for users with
irregular heartbeat, 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.
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• 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.
• Not for use by or on persons under the age of 18.
• Do not plug or unplug the adapter power cord with
wet hands.
• Do not use this device on infants, children, or those who
cannot express their own intention.
• Consider the electromagnetic compatibility of the device
(ex. power disturbance, radio frequency interference
etc.) Please use this device indoors only.
• Excessive use may result in blood flow interference,
which is likely to cause uncomfortable sensations,
such as partial subcutaneous hemorrhage, or temporary
numbness to your arm. In general, these symptoms
should not last long. However, if you do not recover in
time, please seek advice from a medical professional.
• Please use only the AC adapter included with this
monitor or 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 auscultatory 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 table on page 6 contains defined levels for
hypertension that are publicly available from the National
Heart Lung and Blood Institute at the U.S. National
Institutes of Health (NIH)
Diseases/Hbp/HBP_WhatIs.html)
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.
(http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/
. Users can compare their own
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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
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 or higher or 100 or higher
Systolic (mmHg)
Diastolic
(mmHg)
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 20 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 NIH 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.
HOW THIS BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR WORKS
NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART
This monitor uses innovative technology to detect your
blood pressure. This technology enables the monitor to
automatically inflate and deflate at the appropriate level
Air Tube
and Connector
for each individual. With one touch of a button, the cuff
will automatically inflate to block the blood flow through
your artery. Next, the deflation process starts. 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 NIH’s National Heart Lung and Blood
Institute’s table and provides a cue if your reading falls into
one of the stages that could potentially indicate increased
risk. Please refer to page 20 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 21 for more
information on the Irregular Heartbeat Detector.
Arm Cuffs
DATE/TIME
Set Buttons
MEMORY RECALL Button
Other Accessories:
LCD Display
Battery
Cover
( Located
on bottom
of unit)
USER-SELECT
Button
START/STOP Button
1 6V DC Output AC Adapter
4 “AA” size, 1.5V alkaline batteries (not included)
Note: Please unload the batteries when operating
with the AC adapter for an extended period of time.
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DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS
Display Symbols:
User 1: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 1.
Date/Time
Indicator
Heart Rate
Systolic
Pressure
Diastolic
Pressure
User 2: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 2.
Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries should be
replaced.
Pulse Symbol: Shows the heart rate per minute.
Risk Category Index: See page 20 for more information.
Irregular Heartbeat Detector: See page 21 for
more information.
Memory Average: Displays average of last 3 readings
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: Wrap the cuff correctly and keep
arm steady during measurement. Measure again.
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.
System Error: Measure again.
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INSTALLING BATTERIES (NOT INCLUDED)
1. Press down on latch and lift the battery cover to open
the battery compartment.
2. Install or replace 4 “AA ” sized alkaline batteries in
the battery compartment according to the indications
inside the compartment.
3. Close the battery cover by pushing in the top end of
the battery door.
Battery
Cover
Replace the batteries if:
• The weak battery symbol appears on the display.
• Nothing appears on the display when the power is
switched on.
Replace all batteries at one time (as simultaneous set).
Use only 1.5V "AA" alkaline batteries. Remove batteries
when 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.
USING 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.
Note:
• Please unload the batteries when operating with an
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 to the unit.
• No batteries are needed when operating with an AC
adapter.
• Date and time will need to be reset if AC adapter is
unplugged and unit is without batteries.
AC Adapter
Input: 100-240V~0.18A 50/60Hz
Output: 6V DC 1A 6W Max
Connect
AC Adapter
here
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DATE & TIME SET PROCEDURE
1. To adjust the date and time, press the DATE/TIME SET
button (
2. The display will show a blinking number showing the
MONTH. Change the MONTH by pressing the + button.
Each press will increase the number by one in a cycling
manner. Press the DATE/TIME SET button (
to confirm the entry, and the screen will show a blinking
number representing the DAY.
3. Change the DAY, HOUR and MINUTE as described in
Step 2 above, using the + button to change the numbers
and the DATE/TIME SET button ( ) to confirm the
entries.
).
) again
Press the button
blinking MONTH
increasing MONTH
USING THE ARM CUFF
Very Important: Proper cuff size is critical to accurate
measurement.
This monitor comes with two sizes of arm cuffs:
Standard Size Fits 9”–13” (23 cm – 33 cm)
Large Size Fits 13”–17” (33 cm – 43 cm)
The appropriate cuff is suitable for your use if the
colored arrow falls within the solid color line as
shown below.
Colored Arrow
Position cuff
edge 0.6˝
–
1.0˝
(1.5
–
ARROW MUST FALL
WITHIN YELLOW BAND
ARROW MUST FALL
WITHIN YELLOW BAND
Center tube over
middle of arm.
Center tube over
middle of arm
2.5cm) above elbow.
Fit cuff securely. Allow room for
two fingers to fit between the cuff
and your arm.
confirm the entry
repeat process to set
DAY, HOUR and MINUTE
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Solid Colored Line
1. If the cuff is not assembled, pass the end of the
Position cuff edge
0.8
–
1.2 inches (2
–
3cm)
above elbow.
Fit cuff
Allow
to fi
and
Cen
mi
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.
6. Center tube over middle of arm.
ARROW MUST FALL
End of cuff
WITHIN YELLOW BAND
D-ring
2. Plug the cuff tube into the left side of the unit.
Insert plug here
(0.8”~1.2”)
2~3 cm
3. Open the arm cuff so that your arm may be placed
through it.
4. Remove tight fitting clothing from your upper left arm so
that the cuff can be wrapped around your exposed arm.
5. Position cuff edge 0.8-1.2
inches (2-3 cm) above elbow.
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:
• The device should not be used when your arm is injured
or wounded.
• 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 inside of your right arm.
Main Artery
Identify where the pulse can be
felt the strongest. This is your
main artery.
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MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
Important Notes:
• Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is in
constant fluctuation throughout the day.
1. Press the USER-SELECT button to choose User 1
or User 2.
• 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.
OR
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 3 seconds.
3. After all symbols disappear, the display will show
“00”. The monitor is “Ready to Measure” and will
automatically inflate the cuff to begin measurement.
The cuff will then start deflating as measurement
continues.
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