Omron i-Q132 User Manual

SpotArm™ Type Blood Pressure Monitor

Model i-Q132

• Instruction Manual

• Mode d’emploi

• Gebrauchsanweisung

• Manuale di istruzioni

• Manual de instrucciones

• Gebruiksaanwijzing

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IM-HEM-1010-E-04-05/2012

1664040-3E

Contents

Before using the unit

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

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

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

2. Preparation .......................................................................... 10

2.1 Installing/Replacing the Batteries ...............................................10

2.2 Connecting the AC Adapter........................................................13

2.3 Setting the Date and Time ..........................................................14

Operating instructions

3. Using the Unit...................................................................... 19

3.1 How to Sit Correctly When Taking a Measurement....................19

3.2 Place Your Arm Through the Arm Cuff.......................................21

3.3 Taking a Reading........................................................................23

3.4 Instructions for Special Conditions .............................................31

3.5 Using the Memory Function........................................................32

Care and maintenance

4. Handling Errors and Problems ..........................................39

4.1 Error Messages ..........................................................................39

4.2 Troubleshooting..........................................................................41

5. Maintenance and Storage ..................................................44

6. Technical Data..................................................................... 46

7. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure .............48

Before using the unit

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the OMRON i-Q132 Intellisense SpotArm™ Type Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor.

The OMRON i-Q132 Intellisense is a fully automatic blood pressure monitor, operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your blood pressure and pulse rate simply and quickly. For comfortable controlled inflation without the need for pressure pre-setting or reinflation the device uses its advanced “Intellisense” technology.

The adjustable cuff angle corrects the body posture which tends to be stooped. The elbow rest stabilizes the position and keeps the arm at

Introduction

the most appropriate angle.

By simply placing the arm through the cuff, it automatically wraps around your arm to the appropriate size and starts to measure your blood pressure and pulse rate.

The monitor stores measurement results for two people and features morning and evening averages.

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

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.

(AC Adapter Usage)

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

(Battery Usage)

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

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.

Important Safety Information

• Do not inflate the arm cuff over 299 mmHg.

• If the cuff does not stop inflating, or some other abnormality occurs, press the Emergency Deflation Switch immediately to prevent from internal bleeding or damage to peripheral nerves.

• To inflate the cuff manually, refer to Chapter 3.4. If the cuff is over inflated, it can cause internal bleeding.

• Be sure to remove watches and other jewelry (rings, bracelets) etc. that could damage the cuff lining during application.

• Do not take readings if the cuff lining is damaged. This could cause injury.

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

(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.

(Battery Usage)

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

• Use only four “AA” alkaline 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 all four batteries at the same time.

• Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or

more.

• If the batteries have been removed for more than 30 seconds, the date and time setting will need to be reset.

• Do not use new and used batteries together.

Important Safety Information

General Precautions

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

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

• 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.

• When the unit is not in use, or if it is moved etc., do not place objects (writing implements, note books, the AC adapter etc.) in the arm cuff. This could cause damage to the cuff lining or the unit and prevent the unit from taking correct readings.

• Do not inflate the arm cuff if your arm is not in place.

• Do not take readings if your arm is placed incorrectly (upside down or from the opposite side of the unit).

• Do not move the unit unless the arm cuff has been secured.

1. Overview

DC6V

Main Unit

1. Overview

Rear viewWhen the arm cuff is open

A. Arm cuff release button

Press this to open as shown above.

B. Cuff lining C. MEMORY button D. User ID selection button E. Weekly average (Morning /

I. Elbow rest J. Arm cuff K. AC adapter jack L. Emergency deflation switch

Press this to stop measurement in an emergency.

Evening ) button F. START/STOP button G. O/I button (Power switch) H. Handle

1. Overview

Display

M. Systolic blood pressure N. Diastolic blood pressure O. Pulse display P. Deflation symbol Q. Date/Time display R. Week display S. Battery low symbol T. Posture symbol

Displayed when sitting incorrectly.

U. Movement symbol

Displayed if you move your body during the measurement.

V. Irregular heartbeat symbol W. User select symbol

Indicates to select the user I.D. or guest.

X. User ID symbol (A or B)

Indicates user A or user B as selected by the user to take a measurement or when using the memory function.

Y. Guest symbol

S T U V XW Y

AA. Morning hypertension symbol

Indicates blood pressure out of recommended range

AB. Morning average symbol

Displayed when viewing morning averages using the memory function.

AC. Evening average symbol

Displayed when viewing evening averages using the memory function.

AD. Average value symbol

Displayed when viewing value for the last three measurements.

AE. Memory symbol

Displayed when viewing values stored in the memory.

* Note: If your systolic or diastolic

pressure is outside the standard range (above 135/85 mmHg) the Heartbeat symbol as well as the Morning hypertension symbol will blink. Please refer to Chapter

3.3.8.

AC AD

Z. Heartbeat symbol

Flashes during measurement.

If flashing after measurement completed, or when viewing results stored in the memory, indicates blood pressure out of recommended range*.

Package Contents

1. Overview

AF. Four “AA” alkaline (LR6)

batteries

AG. AC adapter

• Instruction manual

• Quick guide

• Guarantee card

• Blood pressure pass

2. Preparation

2.1 Installing/Replacing the Batteries

To set the date and time, first insert the batteries, then attach the AC adapter.

• Please insert the batteries even if you will be using the AC adapter. The batteries are required to store the date and time setting. If the unit is used without the batteries inserted, the clock will stop when the AC adapter is disconnected. However, the measurement values remain in the memory.

• If you use the AC adapter to power the unit, the backlight of the display will light, making the display easier to see. The backlight will not light when using batteries only.

• By using both the AC adapter and batteries, the batteries will last longer.

Installing the Batteries

1. Make sure that the arm cuff is secured to the unit, and turn the

unit upside down.

2. Slide the battery cover in the

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

3. Install or replace four “AA” size

batteries so that the + (positive) and - (negative) polarities match the polarities indicated in the battery compartment.

4. Put the battery cover back in place.

Slide the battery cover, until it clicks into place.

2. Preparation

Battery Life & Replacement

If the battery low symbol ( ) appears on the display, replace all four batteries at the same time.

- When the battery low symbol ( ) starts to blink, you will still be able to use the unit for a short while. You should replace the batteries with new ones ahead of time.

- When the symbol ( ) remains lit, the batteries are exhausted. You should replace the batteries with new ones at once. Turn the unit off before replacing the batteries.

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

• If the batteries have been removed for more than 30 seconds, the Date/Time setting will need to be reset. See Chapter 2.3 for details.

• Dispose of batteries according to applicable local regulations.

Four new

“AA” alkaline batteries will last for approximately 250

measurements, when used to take six measurements a day using battery power only.

Since the supplied batteries are for monitoring use only, they may have a shorter life and not last for 250 measurements.

2. Preparation

DC6V

Power plug

AC adapter jack

AC adapter plug

AC adapter

2.2 Connecting the AC Adapter

Note: Use only the AC adapter designed for this unit.

1. Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the AC adapter jack on

the back of the unit.

2. Insert the power plug of the AC adapter into a power outlet.

2. Preparation

2.3 Setting the Date and Time

Your blood pressure monitor automatically stores up to 84 individual measurement values with the date and time for each user.

To make use of the memory and average values functions:

• Set the unit to the correct date and time before taking a measurement for the first time.

• If the batteries have been removed for more than 30 seconds, the Date/Time setting will need to be reset.

Set the year, month, day, hours and minutes for the current date and time.

(For details on changing the date and time setting, refer to “Adjusting the Date and Time Setting”.)

The weekly average buttons are used to set the date and time. Use the buttons as described below to adjust the date and time setting.

Evening average button: Press this button to increase the value

for the date/time setting.

Morning average button: Press this button to decrease the value

for the date/time setting.

1. Press the O/I button to turn

the power on. All items on the display will appear briefly, then the year digit will flash.

Note:

• The illustration to the right shows the display when the

unit is used for the first time, after the clock has stopped or after replacing the batteries.

2. Press the weekly average

buttons to adjust the year setting.

• Press the Evening average

2. Preparation

button the setting by one year.

• Press the Morning average button the setting by one year.

• Hold the buttons down to increase (decrease) the digits rapidly.

Note: The range for the year setting is 2007 to 2030. If the year

reaches 2030, it will return to 2007.

once to increase

once to decrease

3. Press the MEMORY button to

confirm the setting when the desired number appears on the display.

The year is set and the month digits flash on the display.

4. Press the weekly average buttons to adjust the month setting.

• Press the Evening average button once to increase the setting by one month. Press the Morning average button once to decrease the setting by one month.

• Hold the buttons down to increase (decrease) the digits rapidly.

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