Omron HEM-609 User Manual

Instruction Manual

Automatic Wrist

Blood Pressure Monitor

with

Model HEM-609

ESPAÑOL

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CONTENTS

Before Using the Monitor

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Important Safety Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Before Taking a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Operating Instructions

Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Unit Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Irregular Heartbeat Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Applying the Wrist Cuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Taking a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the Memory Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Omron HEM-609 Portable Wrist
Blood Pressure Monitor.

Fill-in for future reference

DATE PURCHASED: ________________

SERIAL NUMBER: __________________

Staple your purchase receipt here.

The monitor is compact and easy-to-use at home, at work, and
during travel. Perfect for people who frequently monitor their
own blood pressure.

Omron digital blood pressure monitors use the oscillometric method
of blood pressure measurement. This means the monitor detects your
blood’s movement through your brachial artery and converts the
movements into a digital reading. An oscillometric monitor does
not need a stethoscope so the monitor is simple to use.

Clinical research has proven a direct relationship between blood
pressure in the wrist and blood pressure in the arm. Changes in
wrist blood pressure reflect changes in arm blood pressure
because the arteries in the wrist and the arm are close to each
other. Frequently measuring the blood pressure in your wrist
will provide your physician with an accurate indication of
changes in your blood pressure.

The Omron HEM-609 Portable Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor is
intended for home use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should
always be followed including the precautions listed below:

þ 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.

þ Read all information in the instruction book and any other

literature included in the box before using the unit.

þ Contact your physician for specific information about your blood

pressure. Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider.

þ Operate the unit only as intended. Do not use for

any other purpose.

þ The unit is intended for use in measuring blood pressure and

pulse rate in adult patient population. Do not use on infants.

þ Do not use a cellular phone near the unit. It may result in

operational failure.

þ Changes or modifications not approved by Omron Healthcare

will void the user warranty. Do not disassemble or attempt to
repair the unit or components.

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BEFORE TAKING A MEASUREMENT

1. Avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for 30 minutes before
taking a measurement. Rest for at least 15 minutes before

taking the measurement.

2. Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during
stressful times.

3. The cuff can be applied to your left or right wrist.

4. Measurements should be taken in a quiet place.

5. Position the unit at heart level throughout the measurement.

6. Remain still and do not talk during the measurement.

7. Keep a record of your blood pressure and pulse readings for your
physician. A single measurement does not provide an accurate
indication of your true blood pressure. You need to take and
record several readings over a period of time. Try to measure
your blood pressure at the same time each day for consistency.

8. Wait 2-3 minutes between measurements. The wait time allows
the arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood
pressure measurement. You may need to increase the wait time
depending on your individual physiological characteristics.

Initial Set-Up

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Main Unit

Display

Battery Compartment

Components

KNOW YOUR UNIT

Wrist Cuff

MEM Button

START/STOP Button

SET Button

Two “AAA” Alkaline Batteries

Storage Case

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UUNIT DISPLAY

Display

Systolic Blood Pressure

Diastolic Blood Pressure
Heart Symbol

Battery Low Symbol

Cuff Deflation Symbol

Memory Value Symbol
(Displayed when
using memory.)

Average Value Display
(Displayed when using
memory, average
value for last three
measurements.)

Irregular Heartbeat
Symbol

Date/Time Display

Pulse Display

IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT SYMBOL

When the monitor detects an irregular rhythm two or more times
during the measurement, the Irregular Heartbeat Symbol ( )
will appear on the display with the measurement values.

The irregular heartbeat rhythm is defined
as a rhythm that varies by more than
or less than 25% from the average
rhythm detected while the monitor
is measuring the systolic and
diastolic blood pressure.

If the irregular heartbeat symbol ( )
displays with your measurement

results we recommend you consult your
physician. Follow the directions of your doctor.

Pulse

Blood

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Pulse

Blood

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Normal Heartbeat

Irregular Heartbeat

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1. Press both sides of the battery cover and
slide the cover off in the direction of the arrow.

2. Install 2 “AAA” size batteries so the
+ (positive) and - (negative) polarities
match the polarities of the battery
compartment as indicated.

3. Replace the Battery Cover. Make sure the
battery cover is securely in place.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Initial Set-Up

When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display screen
remove both worn batteries. Replace with two new batteries at the
same time. Long-life alkaline batteries are recommended.

When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display screen
remove both batteries. Replace with two new 1.5V “AAA”
identical batteries at the same time. Long-life alkaline batteries
are recommended.

Low Battery Indicator

NOTE:

Measurement values stored in the memory will not be deleted
during battery replacement.

After replacing the batteries, reset the date and time. Refer to page
9, Setting the Date and Time.

Initial

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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

The Blood Pressure Monitor stores up to 90 measurement values
with the date and time. The monitor also calculates an average
reading based on the last three measurement values.

Set the monitor to the current date and time before taking
a measurement for the first time. If the current date and time
is not set, a default date and time will display.

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TO START THE SETTING

Press the SET button to adjust the date and time.

The year flashes on the display.

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SETTING THE YEAR

The year can be set between 2004 and 2030.
When the display reaches 2030, it will return
to 2004.

Press the MEM button to advance by increments
of one year.

Press the SET button to set the current year.

The month flashes on the display.

NOTE:

• Press and hold the MEM button to increase the values faster.

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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME

3. SETTING THE MONTH

Press the MEM button to advance by increments of one month.
Press the SET button to set the current month.

The day flashes on the display.

SETTING THE DAY

4.

Press the MEM button to advance by increments of one day.

Press the SET button to set the current day.

The hour flashes on the display.

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SETTING THE HOUR

The time is set using AM or PM.

Press the MEM button to advance by increments
of one hour.

Press the SET button to set the current hour.

The minutes flash on the display.

SETTING THE MINUTE

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Press the MEM button to advance by increments of one minute.

Press the SET button to set the current minute.

The year flashes on the display.

7. Press the START/STOP button to turn the display off.

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APPLYING THE WRIST CUFF

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1. Wrap the cuff directly against your skin.
Do not apply over clothing. Make sure your
sleeve is not rolled up too tightly on your
arm. This may constrict the flow of
blood in your arm.

2. Place the cuff over your left wrist with your
left thumb facing upward.

3. Position the cuff leaving a clearance of approximately
1/2 to 1 inch between the cuff and the bottom of your palm.

4. Hold the bottom part of the cuff and wrap it
around the wrist so it fits comfortably and
securely around your wrist.

NOTE: Make sure the wrist cuff does not

cover the protruding part of the wrist
bone on the outside of the wrist.

5. Fold the remaining part of the wrist cuff back
out of the way.

APPLYING THE CUFF ON THE RIGHT WRIST

When taking a measurement using the right wrist
position the cuff as shown in the illustration.

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TAKING A MEASUREMENT

1. Sit comfortably in a chair with your feet
flat on the floor.

2. Hold your arm across your chest at heart level.
Hold your elbow firmly to avoid body movement.
Sit still and do not talk or move during

the measurement.

3.

Press the START/STOP button.

All display symbols appear on the screen.
The cuff starts to inflate automatically.

The current time is displayed and the heart symbol
starts to flash while the cuff is inflating.

Hold the monitor at heart level until the measurement
is complete.

NOTE: To stop the inflation or measurement, push the

START/STOP button. The monitor will stop inflating,
start deflating, and will turn off.

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TAKING A MEASUREMENT

4. After the monitor has detected your blood pressure and pulse

rate, the cuff automatically deflates. Your blood pressure and
pulse rate are displayed.

Alternating Display

NOTE: The time and date of the measurement are

displayed alternately.

IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT FEATURE

The irregular heartbeat feature automatically determines if the
measurement is usable. If the measurement is valid, your blood
pressure and pulse rate are displayed on the screen with the irregular
heartbeat symbol. If the irregular heartbeat symbol ( ) is shown
with no reading, take another measurement.

Press the START/STOP button

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to turn the monitor off.

NOTE: The monitor will automatically turn off after two minutes.

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USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION

Every time you complete a measurement the monitor stores the
blood pressure and pulse rate in the memory. The Blood Pressure
Monitor automatically stores up to 90 measurement values. When 90
sets of measurement values are stored in the memory, the oldest
record is deleted to save the most recent measurement values.

The monitor also calculates an average reading based on the values
of the three most recent measurements taken. If the date and time
is not set, the measurement values will not be stored in the
memory correctly.

TO DISPLAY THE AVERAGE VALUE

Average Value Symbol

Press the MEM button. The average value symbol will display

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on the screen with the average reading.

TO DISPLAY THE MEASUREMENT VALUES

1. Press the MEM button to display the average

reading on the screen.

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USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION

2. Press the MEM button to display the measurement values

stored in the memory beginning with the most recent value
to the oldest value.

NOTES:

• The date and time are alternately displayed.

• Press the button repeatedly to display the next values.

• Press and hold the button to display the values faster.

Press the SET button to display the measurement values
beginning with the oldest value to the most recent value.

3.

Press the START/STOP button to turn the power off.

TO DELETE ALL VALUES STORED IN THE MEMORY

You cannot partially delete records stored in the memory.
All records will be deleted.

1. Press and hold the MEM button and START/STOP button

simultaneously for more than 2 seconds.

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