Omron HEM-637 User Manual

Instruction Manual

Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

with Advanced Positioning

Sensor (APS)

Model HEM-637

Thank you for purchasing the

Omron Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor with APS.

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Contents

Introduction ……………………………………………………………………… 3

Know Your Unit ……………………………………………………………… 4, 5

Suggestions Before Measuring Blood Pressure ………………………………… 6

Initial Set-Up

Battery Installation / Replacement ……………………………………… 7, 8

Automatic Memory Setting ………………………………………………… 9

Advanced Positioning Sensor (APS) Setting ……………………………… 10

Wrist Selection Setting …………………………………………………… 11

Alarm Setting ………………………………………………………… 12, 13

Date and Time Setting ………………………………………………… 14, 15

How to Reset this Monitor ………………………………………………… 16

Correct Usage

How to Apply the Wrist Cuff …………………………………………… 17

How to Wrap the Wrist Cuff ……………………………………………… 18

How to Measure Blood Pressure ……………………………………… 19-21

How to Use the Memory Function ………………………………………… 22

Memory Reset Function …………………………………………………… 23

How to Use the Graph Function ……………………………………… 24, 25

Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………………… 26

Care and Maintenance ………………………………………………………… 27

Caution ………………………………………………………………………… 28

Specifications…………………………………………………………………… 29

Warranty ……………………………………………………………………… 30

Notes …………………………………………………………………………… 31

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Omron HEM-637 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor
with Advanced Positioning Sensor (APS). This remarkable instrument is ideal
for people who frequently monitor their own blood pressure because it’s so
compact and easy to use. There is no tricky arm cuff, just a small, pre-formed
wrist cuff that is easy to apply. With the push of a button the Omron Wrist
Monitor measures your blood pressure and pulse and displays the reading
on a clear digital panel. Perfect for quick, easy readings at home, at work,
and while traveling.

The Omron Wrist Monitor uses the oscillometric method of blood pressure
measurement. This means the monitor detects your blood’s movement through
the artery in your wrist and converts the movements into a digital reading.
An oscillometric monitor does not need a stethoscope so the monitor is simple
to use and measurements are easy to obtain.

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 connect. Frequently measuring the blood pressure in your
wrist will provide you and your doctor with an accurate indication
of changes in your true blood pressure.

Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before
operating the Omron Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor with
Advanced Positioning Sensor (APS) to assure proper use.

For specific information on your own blood pressure,

CONTACT YOUR PHYSICIAN.

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Know Your Unit

Battery Cover

Insert the batteries.

Wrist Cuff

Wrap the wrist cuff
over your wrist snugly.

Main unit

Two AAA Alkaline
batteries (LR03)

Carrying Case

Blood pressure changes throughout the day. IntelliSense technology was developed
by Omron which enables your blood pressure monitor to inflate and deflate at the
optimum level for each individual. This helps ensure accurate measurement,
and is particularly useful for people with certain arrythmia or heart disorders.

Correct cuff positioning is critical when monitoring blood pressure. The Omron
Wrist (APS) Blood Pressure Monitor has a unique positioning sensor that
confirms the cuff is level with the user’s heart. This helps ensure that each
reading is accurate and reliable.

IntelliSense™ Technology Is An Assurance of Accuracy

Advanced Positioning Sensor (APS) Ensures a Reliable Measurement

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Know Your Unit

Systolic Blood
Pressure Display

Diastolic Blood
Pressure Display

Date/Time
Display

button

Push to move the displayed
item forward. Push to move
the displayed item backward.
In the Selection Screen, push
either button for selection.

Mark

Displayed when the
stored measurement
values are called out.

SET button

Push this button
to set various items
on the monitor such
as time setting.

GRAPH button

Push this button to see
the graph.

MEMORY button

Push this button to see
the measured values
stored in the monitor.

START/STOP button

Push this button to measure
blood pressure. You can also
push this button to stop
measurement or turn off the
power. Push this button in
the Setting Screen to lock
the setting.

Pulse Display

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Suggestions Before Measuring
Blood Pressure

1. Avoid eating, smoking and exercising for at least
30 minutes before taking measurement. Also rest
for at least 10 to 15 minutes before taking a reading.

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
and you should be in a relaxed, seated position.

5. Remain still and do not talk during
the measurements.

6. Keep a record of you blood pressure and pulse for you doctor.
Remember, 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.

7. Wait 2-3 minutes between measurements. Waiting allows the engorged blood
vessels to return to normal. You may require more rest time between readings
depending on your individual physiological characteristics.

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Battery Installation

Use this monitor after inserting batteries in the main unit.

1. Place the main unit with the Battery

Cover facing upward.

2. Remove the Battery Cover.

Push down the indent portion of Battery Cover
and slide it into the direction of the arrow.

3.

Insert two AAA Batteries with the polarities
in the correct direction.

4. Close the Battery Cover.

Close the Battery Cover by sliding it as shown
in the Figure until it clicks.

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Battery Replacement

• High performance alkaline dry cell batteries (2 “AAA”) should be good

for approximately 300 readings.

• Battery life varies with ambient temperature. Battery life is shorter under

cold conditions such as during the winter.

• If the battery replacement symbol blinks while measuring or if pressure

is not applied when the START / STOP button is pressed, replace both
batteries (use the same brand).

• Holding the START / STOP button down may shorten battery life. To avoid

pressure on the button when transporting or storing, use the case provided.

• If the batteries have been replaced or removed, resetting of the date and

time is required.

• If you are not going to use this monitor for a long period of time (approximately

three months or more), remove the batteries.

• Do not use batteries not specified for this unit, worn and new batteries

together, or different brands of batteries together.

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Automatic Memory Setting

Automatic Memory Screen

Automatic Memory OFF Screen

1. Push the SET button while the power

is turned off.

Automatic Memory Screen is displayed.

2. Select ON or OFF.

• The monitor is set to ON (to store) at time
of your purchase.

To set it to OFF, push the button.

• If you want to set to ON after setting it
to OFF, push the button.

3. Lock the setting.

If you are going to change other settings, push the SET button
to lock the setting.

• When you push the SET button, the display changes to the
Position Sensor Screen.

If you want to finish operation after locking the setting, push
the START/STOP button to turn off the power.

The monitor stores the measured values and the date and time of measurement,
which is helpful for the continuous blood pressure management.

However, if more than one person is expected to use this monitor, the measured
values of more than one person will be stored. In that case, setting the Automatic
Memory to OFF is recommended.

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Advanced Positioning Sensor (APS) Setting

Position Sensor Screen

Position Sensor OFF Screen

Position Sensor ON
and SIGNAL ON Screen

Position Sensor ON and
SIGNAL OFF Screen

1. Push the SET button while the power

is turned off.

Keep pressing the SET button until the
Position Sensor Screen is displayed.

2. Select ON or OFF.

• The Position Sensor is set to ON and the
SIGNAL is set to ON (to beep) at the time
of your purchase of the monitor.

Set the (APS) function to ON or OFF and set SIGNAL of the position sensor
to ON (beeps) or OFF (does not beep).

For setting the Position Sensor to OFF

Push the button to set the Position
Sensor to OFF.

• To set it to ON after setting it OFF,
push the button.

• There is no SIGNAL setting when
the Position Sensor is set to OFF.

How to set the SIGNAL to OFF when
the Position Sensor is set to ON

Push the SET button to make
SIGNAL ON flash.

To set the monitor to SIGNAL OFF, push
the button.

3. Lock the setting.

If you are also going to change other settings, push the SET button
to lock the setting.

• When you push the SET button, the display changes
to Measurement Screen.

If you want to finish after locking the setting, push the START/STOP
button to turn off the power

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