Omron HEM-SOLAR User Manual

Solar Charging

Manual Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor

Model HEM-SOLAR

• Instruction Manual

• Mode d’emploi

• Gebrauchsanweisung

• Manuale di istruzioni

• Manual de instrucciones

• Gebruiksaanwijzing

• РУКОВОДСТВО ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ

IM-HEM-4500-SOLE-01-03/09

5322504-1A

Contents

Before using the unit

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

Important Safety Information......................................................4

1. Overview..................................................................................7

2. Preparation............................................................................11

2.1 Connecting/Replacing/Charging the Batteries .................. 11

Operating instructions

3. Using the Unit........................................................................17

3.1 How to Sit Correctly When Taking a Measurement ..........17

3.2 Applying the Arm Cuff.......................................................19

3.3 Taking a Reading..............................................................22

4. Quick Reference Guide ........................................................26

Care and maintenance

5. Handling Errors and Problems............................................27

5.1 Error Messages.................................................................27

5.2 Troubleshooting ................................................................29

6. Maintenance and Storage ....................................................31

7. Optional Parts .......................................................................33

8. Technical Data.......................................................................34

9. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure ............... 37

Before using the unit

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the OMRON HEM-SOLAR Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor.

The OMRON HEM-SOLAR is a manual inflation blood pressure monitor, operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your blood pressure and pulse rate simply and quickly.

The OMRON HEM-SOLAR also recharges the battery using Solar Power. Allowing for use in various situations and locations.

Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the unit. For specific information about your own blood pressure, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.

Introduction

Important Safety Information

Consult your doctor during pregnancy, arrhythmia and arteriosclerosis. Please read this section carefully before using the unit.

Warning:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

(General Usage)

• Always consult your doctor. Self-diagnosis of measurement results and self-treatment are dangerous.

• People with severe blood flow problems, or blood disorders, should consult a doctor before using the unit. Cuff inflation can cause internal bleeding.

(Battery Usage)

• If battery fluid should get in your eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water. Consult a doctor immediately.

(AC Adapter Usage)

• Never plug in or unplug the power cord from the electric outlet with wet hands.

Caution:

• Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or other property.

(General Usage)

• Do not leave the unit unattended with infants or persons who cannot express their consent.

• Do not use the unit for any purpose other than measuring blood pressure.

• Do not disassemble the unit, arm cuff or inflation bulb.

• Use only the approved arm cuff for this unit. Use of other arm cuffs may result in incorrect measurement results.

• Do not inflate the arm cuff over 299 mmHg.

• Do not use a mobile phone near the unit. This could cause a malfunction.

Important Safety Information

(Battery Usage for “AAA” batteries only)

• If battery fluid should get on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water.

• Use only two “AAA” size batteries with this unit. Do not use other types of batteries.

• Do not insert the batteries with their polarities incorrectly aligned.

• Replace old batteries with new ones immediately. Replace both “AAA” batteries at the same time.

• Remove “AAA” batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or more.

• Do not use new and used batteries together.

(Rechargeable battery Usage)

• Do not use If the Rechargeable battery gets wet.

• Do not charge the battery below/above 0°C to 40°C.

• Use only the original Rechargeable battery designed for this unit. Please refer to Chapter 7.

(AC Adapter Usage)

• Use only the original AC adapter designed for this unit. Use of unsupported adapters may damage and/or may be hazardous to the unit.

• Plug the AC adapter into the appropriate voltage outlet.

• Do not use the AC adapter if the unit or the power cord is damaged. Turn off the power and unplug the power cord immediately.

General Precautions

• Do not operate unit in a moving vehicle (car, airplane).

• Do not apply strong shocks and vibrations to or drop the unit and arm cuff.

• Do not take measurements after bathing, drinking alcohol, smoking, exercising or eating.

• Do not forcibly bend the arm cuff or bend the air tube excessively.

• When removing the air tube, pull on the edge of the tube at the connection with the main unit not the middle of the tube.

• Do not inflate the arm cuff when it is not wrapped around your arm.

• Do not wash the arm cuff or immerse it in water.

Important Safety Information

• Read and follow the “Important information regarding Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC)” in the Technical Data Section.

• Read and follow the “Correct Disposal of This Product” in the Technical Data Section when disposing of the device and any used accessories or optional parts.

1. Overview

Main unit

1.Overview

A. Display B. I/O button (Power switch) C. Air connector cap for cuff D. Air connector for cuff E. Air connector for inflation bulb F. Air connector cap for inflation

bulb G. AC Adapter jack H. AC Adapter jack cap

I. Battery compartment J. Solar panel

1.Overview

Arm Cuff

K. Arm cuff

(Medium cuff: arm circumference 22-32 cm) L. Air Tube M. Air Plug

Inflation Bulb

N. Air Release Button O. Air Tube P. Air Inflation Bulb Q. Air Plug

Display

1.Overview

R. Systolic blood pressure S. Diastolic blood pressure T. Deflation symbol U. Reinflation symbol V. Rechargeable battery indicator

W. Heartbeat symbol

1. Flashes during measurement

2. If flashing after measurement completed, indicates blood pressure out of recommended range*

X. Pulse display Y. Battery low symbol

* Note: If your systolic or diastolic

pressure is outside the standard range (above 135/ 85 mmHg) the Heartbeat

symbol ( ) will blink. Please refer to Chapter 3.3.

1.Overview

Package contents (others)

Z. Storage case AA. AC adapter AB. Rechargeable battery

• Instruction manual

• Guarantee card

• Blood pressure pass

2.Preparation

2. Preparation

2.1

Connecting/Replacing/Charging the Batteries

To make use of the Charging function, first insert the Rechargeable battery, attach the AC adapter, then charge up the battery.

Connecting the Rechargeable Battery

1. Turn the main unit upside down.

2. Slide the battery cover in the

direction of the arrow while pressing the ribbed part of the cover.

3. Connect the Rechargeable

battery to the main unit.

Note: When replacing the

Rechargeable battery, pull the cables and disconnect the Rechargeable battery from the main unit.

2.Preparation

4. Put the battery cover back in

place. Slide the battery cover as

indicated, until it clicks into place.

5. Insert the AC adapter plug into the AC adapter jack, then plug

the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.

6. After the battery is fully

charged, remove the AC adapter plug from the monitor and close the AC adapter jack cap.

Notes:

• The orange LED is lit while the battery is being charged by the AC adapter. After the battery is fully charged, the orange LED goes out.

• Charge up the Rechargeable battery with the AC adapter before taking a measurement for the first time or in case the Rechargeable battery becomes low or empty.

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