iHealth Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor User Manual

iHealth™

Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor (BP5)

OWNER’S MANUAL

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
PACKAGE CONTENTS
INTENDED USE
BLOOD PRESSURE CLASSIFICATION FOR ADULTS
CONTRAINDICATION
PARTS AND DISPLAY INDICATORS
SET UP REQUIREMENTS
SET UP PROCEDURES
MEASUREMENT PROCEDURES
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
BATTERY HANDLING AND USAGE
TROUBLESHOOTING
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY INFORMATION
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THE FCC
OTHER STANDARDS AND COMPLIANCES
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY INFORMATION

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the iHealth Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor.
The iHealth Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor is a fully automatic arm
cuff blood pressure monitor that uses the oscillometric principle to
measure your blood pressure and pulse rate. The monitor works with your
mobile device to test, track and share vital blood pressure data.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• 1 iHealth Wireless BloodPressureMonitor

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1 Owner’s Manual

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1 Quick StartGuide

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1 Charging Cable

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1 Travel Bag

INTENDED USE

The iHealth Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor (Electronic
Sphygmomanometer) is intended for use in a professional setting or at
home and is a non-invasive blood pressure measurement system. It is
designed to measure the systolic and diastolic blood pressures and pulse
rate of an adult individual by using a technique in which an inflatable
cuff is wrapped around the upper arm. The measurement range of the cuff
circumference is 8.6” to 18.9”(22cm-48cm).

BLOOD PRESSURE CLASSIFICATION FOR ADULTS

The World Health Organization (WHO) has created the following guide
for assessing high blood pressure (without regard to age or gender).
Please note that other factors (e.g. diabetes, obesity, smoking, etc.)
also need to be considered. Consult with your physician for accurate
assessment.

Note: This chart is not intended to provide a basis for any type of emergency condition
or diagnosis based on the color scheme; this chart only depicts different
classifications of blood pressure. Consult your physician for proper interpretation
of blood pressure results.

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CONTRAINDICATION

It is not recommended for people with serious arrhythmia to use this

Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor.

PARTS AND DISPLAY INDICATORS

SET UP REQUIREMENTS

The iHealth Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor is designed to be used with
the following iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models:
iPod touch (5th generation)
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPhone 5
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPad (4th generation)
iPad (3rd generation)
iPad 2
iPad
iPad mini

The iOS version of these devices should be V4.3 or higher.

SET UP PROCEDURES

Download the Free iHealth MyVitals App

Prior to first use, download and install “iHealth Myvitals” from the
App Store.

Account Set Up and Registration

Follow the on-screen instructions to register and set up your personal
account.

Charge Battery Before FirstUse

Connect the monitor to a USB port using the charging cable provided
until the green indicator light stabilizes.

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Connect to iOS Device via Bluetooth

• Apply the cuff or press the START/STOP button, the Bluetooth indicator

will begin flashing.
Turn Bluetooth "On" under the "Settings" menu on the iOS device.

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• Wait until the model name printed on the monitor, (i.e. "BP5 xxxxxx") and

"Not Paired" appear in the Bluetooth menu, and select the model name "BP5

xxxxxx" to pair and connect. The Bluetooth indicator will remain steady

upon successful connection. When using the monitor for the first time,
it may take up to 30 seconds for your iOS device to detect the Bluetooth

signal.

Each subsequent time you use the monitor, "Not Connected" will be displayed

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next to "BP5 xxxxxx" in the Bluetooth Menu.

• Please repeat these steps when you switch to another iOS device with the
monitor.

Monitor Status Bluetooth Indicator

Waiting to connect Flashing blue light

Connected and measuring Steady blue light

Measurement completed and ready to

disconnect

Gradually extinguishing light

MEASUREMENT PROCEDURES

Blood pressure can be affected by the position of the cuff and your
physiologic condition. It is very important that the cuff should be
placed at the same level as your heart.

Body Posture
Sitting Comfortably During Measurement

a. Be seated with your feet flat on the floor without crossing your

legs.

b. Place your hand, palm-side up, in front of you on a flat surface

such as a desk or a table.

c. The middle of the cuff should be at the level of the right atrium

of your heart.

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Lying Down During Measurement

a. Lie on your back.
b. Place your arm straight along your side with your hand palm-side
up.
c. The cuff should be placed at the same level as your heart.

Note: Blood pressure can be affected by the position of the cuff and your
physiologic condition.

Apply the Cuff

a.

Pull the cuff end through the metal loop, positioning it outward
(away from your body).

b.

Place a bare arm through the cuff and position the cuff
1/2"(1-2cm) above the elbow joint.

c.

Tighten the cuff by pulling it towards your body, securing it
closed with the Velcro fastener.

d.

While seated, place your hand, palm-side up, in front of you
on a flat surface such as a desk or table. Position the monitor
in the middle of your arm so that it is aligned with your middle
finger.

e.

The cuff should fit comfortably, yet snugly around your arm.
You should be able to insert one finger between your arm and
the cuff.

Remember to:

1. Make sure that the appropriate cuff size is used; refer to the cuff

circumference range in the Specifications section of this manual.

2. Measure on the same arm each time.

3. Stay still during measurement. Do not move your arm, body or the

monitor.

4. Stay still and calm for one to one and half minutes before taking

a blood pressure measurement. Prolonged over-inflation of the

bladder may cause ecchymoma of your arm.

5. Keep the cuff clean. Cleaning the cuff after every 200 times of usage

is recommended.If the cuff becomes dirty, clean it with a moistened

cloth. Do not rinse the monitor or cuff with running water.

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During measurement, press the “START/STOP” button to stop measurement.
Press the “START/STOP” button for 2 seconds to turn off the monitor
manually.

Auto Connect Option

Auto connect option allows the monitor to find the last used iOS device
and re-establish the connection automatically. Auto connect option can
be enabled in the App. (Device Setting->Auto Connect->On)

Taking Measurements with Multiple iOS Devices

Turn off the Bluetooth of the last used iOS device if the Auto Connect
option is enabled in your App, then follow the Set Up Instructions in
the Quick Start Guide.

Measuring without an iOS Device

Enable the Offline Measurement function on the App.(Device
Setting->Offline Measurement->On)Apply the cuff, follow the
“Measurement Procedures”, and then press the “START/STOP” button to
begin measurement. All offline measurements will be uploaded to the
App automatically upon the next successful Bluetooth connection.
For detailed operating instructions, please visit www.ihealthlabs.com .

Note: Physical activity including eating, drinking, and smoking as well
as excitement, stress, and many other factors influence blood pressure
results.

ATTENTION: You can stop the measurement process at any time by pressing and holding
the “START/STOP” button for 2 seconds.

SPECIFICATIONS

1. Product name: Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor

2. Model: BP5

3. Classification: Internally powered, Type BF applied part, IPX0, No
AP or APG, Continuous operation

4. Machine size: approx. 5.7”× 2.3”×1.2”(145mm × 58mm ×30mm)

5. Cuff circumference: 8.6”-16.5”(22cm-42cm),

16.5”-18.9”(42cm-48cm) (XL size sold separately)

6. Weight: approx. 5.1oz (145g) (including cuff); approx. 5.6oz (160g)

(including XL cuff)

7. Measuring method: Oscillometric method, automatic inflation and

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