Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor
SC 6800
Instructions for use
Contents
page
Introduction ............................................................................................ 3
Features of the SC 6800 ………………………………………………….…… 3
Safety instructions ......................................................................................... 4
WHO-Interpretation of blood pressure readings ........................................... 4
Device description ........................................................................................ 5
The LC display .............................................................................................. 6
Instructions for measuring the blood pressure ............................................. 7
How to put the SC 6800 into operation / Changing the batteries .................... 7
Setting the clock .......................................................................................... 8
The blood pressure measurement ............................................................... 9
Aborting a measurement ............................................................................... 9
The memory function ................................................................................... 10
Delete a blood pressure value from the memory ......................................... 10
Delete all blood pressure values in the memory ........................................ 10
Troubleshooting and remedies .................................................................... 11
Care and maintenance ................................................................................ 12
Periodic re-calibration .................................................................................. 12
Referenced norms........................................................................................... 13
Disposal note ............................................................................................. 13
Warranty .................................................................................................... 13
Specifications ............................................................................................... 14
Customer service
SCALA Electronic GmbH SES GmbH
Ruhlsdorfer Straße 95 Ruhlsdorfer Straße 95
14532 Stahnsdorf 14532 Stahnsdorf
Explanation of symbols
Rev. 03/12/2013/GB
Specifications
Measuring method: Oscillometric, fuzzy logic
Measuring range: Pressure: 20 to 300 mmHg
Heart rate: 40 to 200 / min
Measuring accuracy: stat. pressure: +/- 3 mmHg
Heart rate: +/- 5 %
Measuring value memory: 85 memories for systolic /
diastolic / heart rate, date and time
Display: LC display
Pressure pick-up: Semi-conductor pressure sensor
Automatic switch-off: after approx. 2 minutes of inactivity
Voltage supply: 4 x LR6 (alkali batteries)
Working temperature range: +10°C to +40°C
Storage temperature range: - 10°C to +50°C
Cuff length: for upper arm circumference from 22 cm to 32 cm
Specifications may change as technical improvements take place
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Introduction
thank you for deciding for the blood pressure monitor SC 6800 from SCALA Electronic
GmbH. To be able to utilise all advantages of the blood pressure monitor to the fullest, you
should carefully read these instructions before using the monitor. Keep the instruction leaflet
in a safe place.
Features of the SC 6800
- The blood pressure monitor has fuzzy logic to identify the pumping pressure. If the
pumping pressure set in the factory is not sufficient, the device identifies this and continues
pumping.
- The device has 85 memory locations
- The date and time are displayed and stored together with every blood pressure value.
- WHO-Interpretation of blood pressure readings with colored band
(See description at page 4, 5 and 6).
- If the battery icon is displayed, the batteries are discharged and the device cannot be used
until new batteries are inserted.
- The cuff is suitable for upper arms with a circumference between 22 and 32 cm.
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Safety instructions
Meaning
Systolic /
mmHg
Diastolic /
mmHg
optimal
< 120
< 80
normal
< 130
< 85
high-normal
130 - 139
85 - 89
mildy hypertonic
140 - 159
90 - 99
hypertonic,
medium severity
160 - 179
100 - 109
severly
hypertonic
> 180
> 110
The blood pressure monitor SC 6800 enables you to monitor your blood pressure regularly.
However, you should never change the treatment which your doctor has prescribed
Self-measurement means monitoring, it does not imply diagnosis or treatment.
Discuss unusual values with your doctor.
Do not change the medication prescribed by your doctor.
The heart rate is not a useful indicator of the frequency of a cardiac pace maker.
Patients with cardiac arrhythmia should use the blood pressure monitor only after consulting
a doctor.
WHO*-Interpretation of blood pressure readings
29.12.2007
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends medical treatment, when the blood
pressure value exceeds 140/90 mmHg.
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Referenced norms
The device has been certified in accordance with DIRECTIVE 93/42/EU of 14th June 1993
relating to medicinal products.
For registration, a defined number of blood pressure monitors was subjected to stringent
clinical testing. These monitors used the same program for blood pressure measurement as
your monitor uses. Thus, this program is also regarded as clinically tested.
The manufacture of the blood pressure monitor complies with the European norms for blood
pressure monitors: EN 60601-1, EN 1060-1 to EN 1060-4.
The blood pressure monitor complies with the requirements of European norm EN 60601-12 and EN 60601-1: 2007.
Disposal note
The disposal of batteries is regulated. Spent batteries are collected at collection points
provided by battery dealers and the communities. Dispose of the blood pressure monitor as
prescribed, i.e., at a collection point for electrical scrap.
Warranty
We grant a warranty of two years for the blood pressure monitor SC 6800. Within this
period, defects of the BP monitor will be repaired free of charge. You can also have your BP
monitor repaired by our customer service after the warranty period. We will provide you with
a free cost estimate for the repair.
The warranty does not cover damage due to improper handling, accident, natural wear and
tear (cuff), non-compliance with the instructions for use or unauthorized modifications of the
monitor. Not covered by the warranty are the packaging, batteries and the instructions for
use.
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wrong application of the cuff, use of wrong batteries or use of a rechargeable battery.
Repeat a measurement not earlier than after 5 minutes.
Care and maintenance
Avoid extreme temperatures, moisture, dust and the direct exposure to sunlight.
The cuff incorporates a sensitive, air-tight bubble. Please avoid any stress by turning or
bending it.
Clean the instrument with a soft, dry cloth. Never use petrol, thinner, or similar solvents.
Stains on the cuff can be gently removed with a wet cloth and soap.
Do not wash the cuff!
Do not drop the instrument or treat it violently in any other way.
Never attempt to open the instrument, as the calibration set by the manufacturer will
become invalid.
Periodic re-calibration
We recommend re-calibrating the pressure display regularly every 2 years.
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Device description
Cuff
LC display
Air plug Memory button
WHO indicator O/I START button
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The LC display
Message
Error description
Correction
Pressure is not build up in the
cuff. Cuff not applied tightly
enough or leaky.
Apply cuff again and measure again.
Consult customer service if necessary
Pressure is built up very quickly
at the sensor. The cuff is too
tight or the bubble sticks.
Apply cuff again and measure again.
Consult customer service if necessary
Pump defective or pumping
error
Contact customer service
The pressure can not be
measured due to signal noise.
Please take the measurement on the left
upper arm. Make sure of the correct seat
of the cuff. Repeat measurement.
The pumping pressure is higher
than 300mmHg.
Contact customer service
or no display
Low batteries.
Please check and replace the batteries if
necessary. Do not use Ni-Cd or NiMH
rechargeable batteries
Memory icon Date
Battery icon Time
Systolic blood pressure
WHO indicator
Diastolic blood pressure
Heart rate per minute
Heartbeat icon
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Troubleshooting and remedies
Possible errors which can occur during a measurement are listed in the table below.
From many years of experience we know that most faults are the consequence of wrong
use. The most frequent causes of faults are excessive movement during the measurement,
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The memory function
The SC 6800 saves up to 85 measurements. Together with each measurement (systolic,
diastolic and heart rate), the date and time are also saved. The measurement with the
longest residence time in the memory is assigned number 1. All other measurements
increment by one until number 85. Then the memory is full. The next measurement occupies
memory location 85. The measurement formerly at location 85 changes to location 84 (etc.,
8382 .... 21). The oldest measurement formerly at location 1 is lost.
Delete a blood pressure value from the memory
Press the MEMORY button to view the blood pressure value you want to delete. Pressing
the 0/I-START button instantly (and holding it for at least 4 secs.) displays dEL (for
"delete") and the number of the memory location.
Press the 0/I-START button instantly and the value will be deleted.
Delete all blood pressure values in the memory
Remove the batteries for about 5 minutes to delete all memory entries, the time and date
settings.
Or: Press the MEMORY button to display any blood pressure value. Pressing the 0/I-START
button instantly (and holding it for at least 4 secs.) displays dEL (for "delete") and the
number of the memory location Press the MEMORY button instantly and the LCD
displays dEL (for "delete") and ALL (for all memory locations).
Press the 0/I-START button instantly and all values will be deleted. Time and date are not
deleted.
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Instructions for measuring the blood pressure
In order to obtain comparable values, always measure the blood pressure under the same
conditions, i.e. in a relaxed atmosphere, not after the consumption of alcohol, not during a
meal and not after being exposed to physical or nervous stress.
If possible, make the measurement while being seated at a table and only with your left
upper arm stripped.
How to put the SC 6800 into operation /
Changing the batteries
Put 4 LR6 batteries in the compartment as
indicated on the back of the device. Preferably,
alkali batteries (LR6) should be used.
If the batteries are flat, an empty battery will be
displayed at the LC display above: . The
battery needs urgent replacement because you
cannot use the monitor with depleted batteries.
Caution: Do not dispose of depleted batteries with the household waste. Also see
disposal note.
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Setting the clock
After you have inserted the two batteries, you should set the clock. It starts with year “20XX”,
„1/ 1“ (for the 1st month / 1st day) and “12:00“ o’clock after every battery change.
To set the clock, the device must be OFF. Hold the MEMORY button pressed for about 5
seconds. The year 20XX blinks in the top left corner of the display.
Set the year with the 0/I-START button.
When the correct year is set, press the MEMORY button again. Now the 1 blinks in the top
left corner of the LCD. It stands for the month.
Set the month with the 0/I-START button.
Another press of the MEMORY button sets another 1 blinking. It stands for the first day in
the month.
Set the day with the 0/I-START button.
Another press of the MEMORY button takes you to the clock setting – the hours blink. As
earlier, set the clock with the 0/I-START button.
Pressing the MEMORY button advances to the minutes setting.
Set the minutes with the 0/I-START button.
A final press of the MEMORY button completes the setting of the date and time.
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The blood pressure measurement
Now connect the cuff with the instrument by
plugging the air plug at the tube of the cuff
into the socket on the back side of the
instrument (see Figs. 1 and 2). Put the cuff
around your left upper arm in such a way
that the tube is directed towards the bend of
the elbow, with the lower cuff edge ending
about 2-3 cm above the bend of the elbow.
The cuff should be reasonably tight.
Pressing the 0/I-START button starts the automatic measurement. The cuff inflates to
approx. 190 mmHg pressure.
The automatic deflation starts the measurement. After about 3 seconds, a heart icon starts
blinking in the LC display. If a Korotkoff’s sound is detected already at that time, it means a
systolic pressure of more than 150 mmHg. Then the monitor re-inflates (to about 220
mmHg).
At the end of the measurement, the result is displayed in the LCD and the cuff deflates and
the measuring value is entered in the memory area.
Aborting a measurement
You can stop the measurement at any time by pressing the 0/I-START button. The BP
monitor deflates the cuff instantly.
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