Panasonic EW-BU35W User Manual

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Operating instructions

Instrucciones de Uso

Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor

Monitor de presión arterial en brazo

Model No./ Nº de Modelo EW-BU35

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Before operating this device, please read these instructions completely and save this manual for future use.

Antes de utilizar este dispositivo, lea completamente estas instrucciones y conserve este manual para futura referencia.

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BEFORE USE

Panasonic Oscillometric Automatic Arm Blood Pressure Monitor Model EW-BU35 is a device intended to measure systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse rate of an adult individual by using a pressurized cuff on the arm. The device is not intended for use on neonatal, infants and children. The device is designed for home use only, not for ambulatory measurement (measurement recorded continuously during the day).

Specifications of this device are listed in page 21.

Blood pressure measurements determined with this device are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method, within the limits prescribed by the American National Standard, Manual, Electronic or automated sphygmomanometers.

If you suffer from disorder of heart rhythm, known as arrhythmia only use this blood pressure monitor in consultation with your doctor. In certain cases oscillometric measurement method can produce incorrect readings.

Flashing System for hypertensive readings are based on blood pressure values classified in the paper: “JNC 7 Express; The Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure; U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES; National Institute of Health; National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; National High Blood Pressure Education Program; NIH Publication No. 03-5233; May 2003.”The display values are generally known, but not proven, to be an indicator of your blood pressure.

The EW-BU35 is not intended to be used as a diagnostic device. Contact your physician if prehypertensive or hypertensive values are indicated.

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Table of contents

 

BEFORE USE

 

Introduction........................................................................

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Basics of Blood Pressure....................................................

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Important Instructions Before Use...................................

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Precautions to Ensure Safe, Reliable Operation..............

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Easily Check Your Blood Pressure Readings

 

Against the JNC 7* Classification........

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Parts identification.............................................................

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Display.................................................................................

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Inserting batteries..............................................................

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When using the main unit with the AC adapter...............

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Setting the time and date..................................................

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Wrapping the cuff...............................................................

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HOW TO USE

 

Getting into the measurement position...........................

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Taking a reading (Measuring/Recording measurements)........

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About each indicators........................................................

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Recalling readings from memory......................................

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Deleting all data stored in memory..................................

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Comparing with old measurements.................................

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Monthly average (All)...............................................................................

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Weekly average (All, AM, PM)................................................................

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Comparing with old measurements (continued).............

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All data (All, AM, PM) ...............................................................................

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Storage................................................................................

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APPENDIX

 

Care and maintenance.......................................................

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Specifications......................................................................

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Explanation of rating plate symbols.................................

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Q&A......................................................................................

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Troubleshooting.................................................................

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FCC STATEMENT..................................................................

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BEFORE USE

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Automatic Arm Blood Pressure Monitor EW-BU35.

Measuring your own blood pressure is an important way of monitoring your health. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a major health problem which can be treated effectively once detected. Measuring your blood pressure between doctor visits on a regular basis in the comfort of your home, and keeping a record of the measurements, will help you monitor any significant changes in your blood pressure. Keeping an accurate record of your blood pressure will help your doctor diagnose and possibly prevent any health problems in the future.

Basics of Blood Pressure

Your heart acts like a pump, sending blood surging through your blood vessels each time it contracts. Blood pressure is the pressure exerted by blood pumped from the heart on the walls of blood vessels. Systolic pressure is the pressure exerted when the heart contracts and pumps blood into the arteries. Diastolic pressure is the pressure exerted when the heart expands, or relaxes. When you or your doctor take your blood pressure, both your systolic and diastolic pressures are measured. If your blood pressure measurement is 120 mmHg over 80 mmHg (120/80), for example, your systolic pressure is 120 mmHg while your diastolic pressure is 80 mmHg.

Important Instructions Before Use

111Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. Blood pressure measurements should only be interpreted by a health care professional who is familiar with your

medical history.

222If you are taking medication, consult with your physician to determine the most appropriate time to measure your blood pressure. NEVER change a prescribed

medication without first consulting with your physician.

333Blood pressure can vary based on many factors, including age, gender, weight and physical condition. In general, a person’s blood pressure is lower during sleep and higher when he or she is active. Blood pressure can change easily in response to physiological changes. The setting in which a person’s blood pressure is measured can also affect the results.

Having one’s blood pressure measured by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic can cause nervousness and may result in a temporarily elevated reading. Because blood pressure measurements taken in a clinical setting can vary considerably from those taken at home, a person’s blood pressure should be measured not only occasionally in the doctor’s office, but also on a regular basis at

home. Also, if you find that your blood pressure is lower at home, this is not unusual. To accurately compare with your physician’s reading, take your Panasonic blood

pressure monitor to your doctor’s office and compare readings in this setting.

444People suffering from cardiac arrhythmia, vascular constriction, liver disorders or diabetes, people with cardiac pacemakers or a weak pulse, and women who are pregnant should consult their physician before measuring their blood pressure themselves. Different values may be obtained due to their condition.

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555 Try to take your blood pressure measurements at the same time and under the same

 

conditions every day.

 

●● The ideal time to measure your blood pressure (to obtain your so-called “base

 

blood pressure”) is in the morning just after waking up, before having breakfast

 

and before any major activity or exercise. If this is not possible, however, try to take

 

 

measurements at a specified time prior to breakfast, and before you have become

 

active. You should relax for about 5 minutes before taking the measurement.

 

The following situations may cause substantial variations in blood pressure

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readings and should therefore be avoided at least 30 minutes prior to taking your

 

blood pressure.

 

Blood pressure will be higher than usual:

 

- when you are excited or tense

 

- when you are taking a bath

 

- during exercising or soon after exercising

 

- when it is cold

 

- within one hour after eating

 

- after drinking coffee, tea or other beverages containing caffeine

 

- after smoking tobacco

 

- when your bladder is full

 

- when in a moving vehicle

 

Blood pressure will be lower than usual:

 

- after taking a bath

 

- after drinking alcohol

 

666 Measurements may be impaired if this unit is used near a television, microwave

 

oven, X-ray equipment or other devices with strong electrical fields. To prevent

 

such interference, use the unit at a sufficient distance from such devices or turn the

 

devices off.

 

777This unit is designed for use by adults. Consult with your physician before using this unit on a child. Do not use on neonatal, infants and children.

888This unit is not suitable for continuous monitoring during medical emergencies or operations.

999Do not use the unit for any purpose other than measuring blood pressure. Do not use the unit together with other devices.

1111 Improper handling of batteries may result in battery rupture or in corrosion from battery leakage. Please observe the following to ensure proper use of batteries.

aaaBe sure to turn off the power after use.

bbbDo not mix different types or sizes of batteries.

cccChange all batteries at the same time. Do not mix old and new batteries.

dddBe sure to insert batteries with correct polarity, as instructed.

eeeRemove batteries when they are worn out, dispose of them properly according to all applicable environmental regulations.

fffDo not disassemble batteries or throw them into a fire.

gggDo not short-circuit batteries.

hhhDo not attempt to recharge the batteries included with the unit.

1111 Caution: Use only accessories that are recommended for your model. Substitution may result in measurement error.

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Precautions to Ensure Safe, Reliable Operation

111 Do not drop the unit. Protect it from sudden jars or shocks. 222 Do not insert foreign objects into any openings.

333 Do not attempt to disassemble the unit.

444If the unit has been stored at temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C), leave it in a warm place for about 15 minutes before using it. Otherwise, the cuff may not inflate properly.

555 Do not store the unit in direct sunlight, high humidity or dust.

666When cleaning, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet before cleaning. Also, do not plug in or unplug the AC adapter with wet hands.

Doing so may result in electric shock or fire.

777Do not spill water on the main unit or AC adapter. Doing so may cause electric shock, short-circuiting, or product damage.

888Do not use the AC adapter if it is damaged or if it plugs into the AC outlet loosely. Doing so may result in electric shock, overheating or short-circuiting.

999If the product does not operate properly or seems strange, stop use and unplug the AC adapter immediately, and request inspection and service. Failure to do so could result in the risk of an accident, electric shock, or fire.

1111 When using the AC adapter, make sure it is fully inserted into the AC outlet. Failure to do so could result in electric shock, overheating or short-circuiting.

1111 When the product is not in use, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet.

1111 When unplugging the AC adapter, do not pull on the cord. Always grasp the AC adapter body and unplug it. Failure to do so could result in the risk of electric shock, short-circuiting, or fire.

1111 Do not insert any object in the AC adapter or allow debris to collect on it. Doing so could result in the risk of electric shock, short-circuiting, or fire.

1111 Do not scratch, damage, modify, forcibly bend, pull, or twist the AC adapter cord. In addition, do not place heavy objects on top of the cord or pinch it with objects. Do not wrap the cord around the main unit and the AC adapter. Doing any of these things may result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

1111 Do not step on the AC adapter. Doing so may cause an accident or injury. 1111 Do not use a voltage converter. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.

1111 This AC adapter EW-2B02 is designed for use only with Panasonic Blood Pressure Monitor, model EW-BU35. Use with other electrical devices may result in death or serious personal injury.

1111 ALWAYS unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet before performing maintenance.

1111 Do not let this product to be used by children.

2222 Do not let this product to be used by people who cannot express their feelings, or who cannot operate the product by themselves. Do not use the unit on an arm where a catheter has been inserted. Such use may result in an accident or injury.

2222 Use AC adapter only with electrical outlet of voltages marked on name plate. For use in the U.S.A., use AC adapter only with AC 120 V electrical outlet. Use with electrical outlets at other voltages may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or burns.

2222 Do not allow any material to drape over the AC adapter. Doing so could result in the risk of fire.

2222 Do not modify or attempt to repair the product or AC adapter by yourself. Doing so could result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

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Easily CheckYour Blood Pressure Readings Against the JNC 7* Classification

Blood Pressure Categories

 

 

 

 

 

 

(mmHg)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pressure(DBP)

 

Stage 2 Hypertension

e.g.: SBP

165

 

100

 

 

 

 

DBP 105

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Stage 1 Hypertension

e.g.: SBP

150

 

 

 

 

 

 

90

 

 

 

 

DBP

95

 

 

Prehypertension e.g.: SBP 130

 

 

Blood

 

 

 

80

 

 

DBP

85

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Normal

e.g.: SBP

115

 

 

 

 

Diastolic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DBP

75

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

120

140

160 (mmHg)

 

 

 

Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP)

If the two blood pressure measurements (systolic, diastolic) fall into separate categories, your level is classified in the higher of the two categories. For example, a Stage 2 systolic reading, but a diastolic pressure reading in the normal range.

*JNC 7: The Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure National Institute of Health (NIH) Publication; No. 03-5233, May 2003

IMPORTANT:

●● Do not be alarmed by temporarily high or low readings because fluctuations in a person’s blood pressure are not uncommon. If possible, measure and record your blood pressure at the same time every day, and consult your physician if you have questions or concerns.

●● If abnormal variations in blood pressure are observed in measurement, please consult your physician.

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Panasonic EW-BU35W User Manual

BEFORE USE

Parts identification

Main unit

Left side

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1

2

3

4

5

Right side

6

Bottom

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF/ON & START

 

 

 

 

 

4

 

 

 

1

Display

7

Cuff socket

 

 

button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memory/Recall

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

2

Clock button

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Battery cover

 

 

button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Graph switching

 

Connector

 

 

3

6

 

 

 

 

button

 

(for AC adapter)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Cuff

Guide mark

Direction mark

Tube

Cuff plug

Guide Scale

Hook and loop fastener

Includes

Main unit

Cuff

Batteries

AC adapter

Pouch

Operating instructions

Quick guide

Guarantee card

Accessories

AC adapter

(EW-2B02)

Pouch

Plug

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* Specifications of the product or parts may be changed without prior notice.

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