ReliOn UA-787REL User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR

DESIGNED FOR WOMEN

Model UA-787REL

Bilingual Instruction Guide - English • Español

Includes Logbook

Congratulations on purchasing a state-of-the-art
ReliOn® blood pressure monitor - one of the most
technologically advanced monitors available to­day. Designed for ease of use and accuracy, this
monitor will facilitate your daily blood pressure
regimen.

Physicians agree that daily self-monitoring of
blood pressure is an important step individuals
can take to maintain cardiovascular health and
prevent the serious consequences associated with
undetected and untreated hypertension.

We are committed to providing you and your fami­ly with monitoring devices that provide the utmost
in accuracy and convenience.

THIS MONITOR IS CLINICALLY VALIDATED

This ReliOn® blood pressure monitor has undergone and passed a Clinical
Validation study to determine the performance and accuracy. This monitor is
clinically validated according to the European Society of Hypertension (ESH)
standard. The ESH is one of the most prestigiuos international blood pres­sure organizations. The published study was performed by a reviewing com­mittee consisting of physicians and/or nurses.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please be sure to read this instruction manual thoroughly to fully understand
your monitor's operation, cautions, performance and limitations. After fully
acquainting yourself with the manual, please keep it with your monitor.

Please remember that only a medical practitioner is qualied to inter- ☞
pret your blood pressure measurements. Use of this device should not
replace regular medical examinations.

Consult your physician if you have any doubt about your readings. ☞
Should a mechanical problem occur, contact ReliOn® at 1-800-726-

9855.
Do not attempt to service, calibrate, or repair this monitor. ☞
Because your UA-787REL monitor contains delicate, high-precision ☞

parts, avoid exposing it to extremes in temperature or humidity or to
direct sunlight, shock and dust. ReliOn® guarantees the accuracy of
this monitor only when it is stored and used within the temperature and
humidity ranges noted on page E-18.

Clean the monitor and cuff with a dry, soft cloth or a cloth dampened ☞
with water and a mild detergent. Never use alcohol, benzene, thinner or
other harsh chemicals to clean monitor or cuff.

Remove and replace batteries if monitor is not used for more than six ☞
months. Alkaline batteries recommended.

PRECAUTIONS

The UA-787REL is designed to be used at home, by those who are eighteen (18)
years and older, to monitor blood pressure (systolic and diastolic) and pulse rate.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug ☞

adapter of the proper conguration for the power outlet.

The power unit (AC Adapter) is intended to be correctly oriented in a ☞

vertical or oor mount position.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E1

MONITOR COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E2

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HOW UA787REL WORKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E3

BEFORE YOU START. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E3

INSTALLING THE CUFF HOLDER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E4

SELECTING THE CORRECT CUFF SIZE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E4

TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E5

WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E8

ABOUT THE CUFF INFLATION METER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E8

ABOUT AVERAGE READING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E9

ABOUT THE PRESSURE RATING INDICATOR™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E9

ABOUT MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E10

USING THE MONITOR WITH AC ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E11

ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E12

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E17

SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E18

WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E19

CONTACT INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E20

BLOOD PRESSURE LOG SHEETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E21

INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S1

WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN

Display
Symbol

Condition/Cause

The symbol shown while measure­ment is in progress. It blinks while
detecting the pulse.

An irregular heartbeat or body
movement may have occurred.
Refer to page E-8 for more infor­mation on irregular heartbeats.

Previous measurement stored in
MEMORY.

The battery power indicator dur­ing measurement.

The batteries are low when it
blinks.

Unstable blood pressure due to
excessive body movement.

The systolic and diastolic values
are within 10 mmHg of each
other.

The pressure value did not
increase during inflation.

The cuff is not fastened correctly.

There is an air leak in the cuff or
monitor.

The pulse is not detected correctly.

Cuff Inflation Meter

Pressure Rating Indicator™

Recommended

Action

Measurement is in progress,
remain as still as possible.

Take measurement again and
consult with your physician.

Replace all batteries with new
ones when the symbol blinks.
Alkaline batteries recom­mended.

Try the measurement again.
Remain very still during the
measurement.

Fasten the cuff correctly, and
try the measurement again.

Check for air leaks along the
tube and around the air socket.

Refasten the cuff and retake
measurement.

Make sure tube is properly con­nected to cuff and monitor.

Try the measurement again.
Remain very still during the
measurement.

Measurement is in progress,
remain as still as possible.

Refer to the section “About
Pressure Rating Indicator” for
further explanation. Page E-9.

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MONITOR COMPONENTS

AC ADAPTER JACK

ARM CUFF

AIR HOSE

CUFF HOLDER

AIR CONNECTOR
PLUG

DISPLAY

START/
STOP
BUTTON

MEMORY
BUTTON

AIR
SOCKET

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AC ADAPTER

BATTERY
COMPARTMENT

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BATTERY COVER

HOW UA-787REL WORKS

ReliOn® blood pressure monitors are easy to use, accurate and digitally dis­play full measurement readouts. Our technology is based on the “oscillometric
method” – a noninvasive blood pressure determination. The term “oscilla­tion” refers to any measure of vibrations caused by the arterial pulse. Our
monitor examines the pulsatile pressure generated by the arterial wall as it
expands and contracts against the cuff with each heartbeat.

The cuff is inflated until the artery is fully blocked. The inflation speed is
maximized and the pressure level is optimized by the device. The monitor
takes measurements while the cuff is both inflating and deflating. This results
in a faster measurement providing greater comfort to the user.

BEFORE YOU START

You must install 4 type AA (1.5 volt) batteries (alkaline batteries recommend­ed), or use the AC Adapter (see page E-11 for using the Monitor with AC
Adapter) and attach the cuff to the monitor before using it. To install batteries
(or replace them if the “Low Battery” symbol appears on display), proceed as
follows:

Remove battery compartment 1.
cover by gently pushing down on
arrow and sliding cover forward.

Put in bottom row of batteries 2.
first. Place the batteries in com­partment with positive (+) and
negative (–) terminals matching
those indicated in the compart­ment. Be sure batteries make
contact with compartment ter­minals.

Replace cover by sliding it into 3.
the compartment and gently
pressing into place.

Step 2

Step 1

Step 3

NOTE: Rechargeable batteries will not work with this monitor.

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INSTALLING THE CUFF HOLDER

This monitor comes equipped with a removable cuff holdler for your conve­nience. When not in use, simply slip your Easy Wrap cuff into the holder for
storage.

To install the cuff holder:

Align the cuff holder with the rear of the blood pressure 1.
monitor.

Slide the cuff holder into the rear of the blood pressure 2.
monitor until it snaps securely into place.

To remove the cuff holder:

Push the tab on the cuff holder away from the blood 1.
pressure monitor.

Slide the cuff holder away from the blood pressure moni-2.
tor as shown to the left.

SELECTING THE CORRECT CUFF SIZE

Using the right sized cuff is essential for an accurate measurement. Our
unique Easy Wrap cuff is designed to accommodate most arm sizes, from
9-17” (23-43 cm). The Easy Wrap cuff is contoured to provide you with a
quick and comfortable fit. Just slide the cuff onto your upper arm and secure
– it’s that simple! To place the cuff on properly, please read the section Taking
Your Blood Pressure (see pg. E-5).

If your arm circumference is greater than 17” (43 cm) or smaller than 9”
(23 cm), you will need to purchase a difference size cuff than the one that is
included in this box. Please call ReliOn® at 1-800-726-9855 for more infor­mation on our alternate cuff sizes.

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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

Tips for Blood Pressure Monitoring:

Relax for about 5 minutes before measurement. ☞
Do not smoke or ingest caffeine at least 30 minutes prior to measure- ☞

ment.
Remove constricting clothing and place cuff on bare arm. ☞
Unless your physician recommends otherwise, use left arm to measure ☞

pressure.
Do not talk during measurement. ☞
Do not cross legs and keep your feet at on oor during measurement. ☞

Now you are ready. Follow these simple steps:

Sit comfortably with your left 1.
arm resting on a flat surface so
that the center of your upper
arm is at the same height as your
heart.

Lay left arm on the table, and place 2.
Easy Wrap cuff on arm with tube
pointing away from you. Then position
the tube off-center toward the inner
side of arm in line with the little finger.

Secure Easy Wrap cuff around arm. The 3.
cuff should be snug but not too tight. You
should be able to insert two fingers between
the cuff and your arm.

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Cuff

Tube

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Press the START button. The average reading (see Pg. E-9) is displayed, 4.
the cuff pressurizes, measurement will begin and the Cuff Inflation Meter
will show on the display screen. It is normal for the cuff to feel very tight.

Note: If an appropriate pressure is not obtained, the device
automatically starts to inflate again.

Caution: If you wish to stop inflation at any time, press the

START/STOP button again.

When the measurement is complete, the systolic and diastolic pressure 5.
readings and pulse rate are displayed. The cuff deflates and the monitor
automatically shuts off after 60 seconds, or you can turn it off by pressing
the START button. Your measurement is automatically stored in memory
(the monitor can store up to 90 readings in memory).

SYSTOLIC

PULSE

DIASTOLIC

Remove cuff and make note of your blood pressure and pulse rate on the 6.
Blood Pressure Record chart in the back of the manual, indicating the
date and time of measurement.

IMPORTANT: Measure blood pressure at the same time each day.

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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

Measurement with the desired systolic pressure:

If your systolic pressure is expected to exceed 230 mmHg follow these steps:

Place the cuff on the left arm, unless your physician tells you otherwise. 1.
Press and hold the START button until a number 30 to 40 mmHg higher 2.

than your expected systolic pressure appears.
Release the START button when the desired number is reached. 280 3.

mmHg is the highest pressure level the monitor can reach. Measurement
will then begin. Continue to measure your blood pressure as described on
Page E-5.

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WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT

The UA-787REL Blood Pressure Monitor provides a blood pressure and pulse
rate measurement even when an irregular heartbeat is detected. The Irregular
Heartbeat symbol will appear in the display window in the event an
Irregular Heartbeat has occured during measurement. An irregular heartbeat
is defined as a heartbeat that varies by 25% from the average of all heartbeat
intervals during the blood pressure measurement. It is important that you
relax, remain still and refrain from talking during measurements.

NOTE: We recommend contacting your physician if you see this

symbol frequently.

ABOUT THE CUFF INFLATION METER

The Cuff Inflation Meter is located on the left side of the display screen to tell
you when the blood pressure monitor is inflating and deflating the cuff. The
Cuff Inflation Meter moves up during inflation and moves down during defla­tion.

Ination in

Progress

Ination Complete

Deation/

Measurement in

Progress

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ABOUT AVERAGE READING

The UA-787REL provides an average blood pressure reading based on the
total measurements stored in memory. The average blood pressure reading
appears briefly when you push the start button.

AVERAGE

NUMBER OF MEASUREMENTS
STORED IN MEMORY

ABOUT THE PRESSURE RATING INDICATOR™

The Pressure Rating Indicator™ is
a feature which provides a snapshot
of your blood pressure classification
based on your measurements. This
will let you quickly know what your
blood pressure readings mean. Each
segment of the bar indicator corre­sponds to the Seventh Report of the
Joint National Committee (JNC7) on
Prevention, Evaluation and Treatment
of High Blood Pressure from the
National Heart, Lung and Blood
Institute - May 2003. For a more
detailed look at this blood pressure
classification, please refer to “Assessing
High Blood Pressure” on page E-13.

:The indicator displays a segment, based on the current measurement,
corresponding to the JNC7 Classification.

NOTE: Due to other risk factors (e.g. diabetes, obesity, smoking,

etc.) in addition to your blood pressure measurement, the
Pressure Rating Indicator is approximate. Please consult

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with your physician for interpretation and diagnosis of your
blood pressure measurements.

Pressure Rating Indicator

STAGE 2 HYPERTENSION
STAGE 1 HYPERTENSION

PREHYPERTENSION
NORMAL

Example

STAGE 2
HYPER­TENSION

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ABOUT MEMORY

NOTE: This device stores the last 90 measurements in memory.

The data is retained as long as the batteries are in the
device. When you remove the batteries or the batteries are
drained, the data will be erased.

Press the MEMORY button. 1.
The newest data are displayed. Each time the MEMORY button is 2.

pressed, the memorized data is displayed. After the last reading is dis­played, the display is turned off.

PRESS THE

MEMORY BUTTON

SYSTOLIC
DIASTOLIC
NUMBER OF

DATA AND
PULSE

(DISPLAYS ALTERNATELY)

Clearing the memory data

Press and hold the MEMORY button until the “M”(memory) mark blinks to
clear the stored data.

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USING THE MONITOR WITH AC ADAPTER

The UA-787REL has an AC adapter jack to allow you to supply power from
an outlet in your home. We recommend you use only the supplied AC adapter
to avoid potential damage to the monitor.

Connecting the AC adapter to the monitor:

Gently insert the AC adapter plug into a 120V AC outlet.1.
Connect the AC adapter plug into the jack on the right side of the monitor. 2.

Disconnecting the AC adapter from the monitor:

Turn the unit off by pressing the START button.1.
Disconnect the plug from the jack of the monitor quickly. 2.
Gently remove the AC adapter from the outlet.3.

JACK

Plug

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AC Adapter

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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE

200
150
100

50

0

Arising

Start

Work

Telephone

Argumen t

Leave

Work

Sleep

Systolic

Diastolic

FLUCTUATION WITHIN A DAY

What Is Blood Pressure? ■

Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries.
Systolic pressure occurs when the heart contracts; diastolic pressure occurs
when the heart expands. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mer­cury (mmHg).

What Affects Blood Pressure? ■

Blood pressure is affected by many factors: age, weight, time of day, activ­ity level, climate, altitude and season. Certain activities can significantly alter
one’s blood pressure. Walking can raise systolic pressure by 12 mmHg and
diastolic pressure by 5.5 mmHg. Sleeping can decrease systolic blood pressure
by as much as 10 mmHg. Taking your blood pressure repeatedly without wait­ing an interval of 2 - 3 minutes between readings, or without raising your arm
to allow blood to flow back to the heart, can also affect it. In addition to these
factors, beverages containing caffeine or alcohol, certain medications, emotional
stress and even tight-fitting clothes can make a difference in the readings.

What Causes Variations In Blood Pressure? ■

An individual’s blood pressure varies greatly from day to day and season to
season. For hypersensitive individuals, these variations are even more pro­nounced. Normally, blood pressure rises during work or play and falls to its
lowest levels during sleep.

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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE

Assessing High Blood Pressure for Adults ■

The following standards for assessing high blood pressure (without regard to
age or gender) have been established as a guideline. Please note that other risk
factors (e.g. diabetes, obesity, smoking, etc.) need to be taken into consideration
and may affect these figures. Consult with your physician for an accurate
assessment.

JNC7 Classification Table – for adults within the U.S.

BP Classification Systolic (mmHg) Diastolic (mmHg)

Normal < 120 and < 80

Prehypertension 120-139 or 80-89

Stage 1 Hypertension 140-159 or 90-99

Stage 2 Hypertension ≥ 160 or ≥ 100

SOURCE: The Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee

on Prevention, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood
Pressure for Adults. National Heart, Lung and Blood
Institute - May 2003.

What Is Hypertension? ■

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is the diagnosis given when readings
consistently rise above normal. It is well known that hypertension can lead to
stroke, heart attack or other illness if left untreated. Referred to as a “silent
killer” because it does not always produce symptoms that alert you to the
problem, hypertension is treatable when diagnosed early.

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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE

Can Hypertension Be Controlled? ■

In many individuals, hypertension can be controlled by altering lifestyle and
minimizing stress, and by appropriate medication prescribed and monitored
by your doctor. The American Heart Association recommends the following
lifestyle suggestions to prevent or control hypertension:

Don’t smoke. ●
Have regular physical checkups. ●
Reduce salt and fat intake. ●
Maintain proper weight. ●
Monitor your blood pressure at periodic intervals. ●
Exercise routinely. ●

Why Measure Blood Pressure at Home? ■

It is now well known that, for many individuals, blood pressure readings taken
in a doctor’s office or hospital setting might be elevated as a result of appre­hension and anxiety. This response is commonly called “white coat hyperten­sion.” In any case, self-measurement at home supplements your doctor’s read­ings and provides a more accurate, complete blood pressure history. In addi­tion, clinical studies have shown that the detection and treatment of hyperten­sion is improved when patients both consult their physicians and monitor their
own blood pressure at home.

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