Topcom BPM Wrist 1480 User Manual

BPM WRIST 1480

USER GUIDE

V 1.1

0197

AE63

Exclusively produced for Topcom Europe NV,

Grauwmeer 17, 3001 Heverlee, Belgium

by Health & Life Co., Ltd.

9F., No.186, Jian-Yi Rd., Chung Ho City,

Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, R.O.

This product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other

relevant provisions of the directive 93/42/EEC. The declaration of conformity

can be found on:

http://www.topcom.net/support/cedeclarations.php

UK The features described in this manual are published with

reservation to modifications.

TOPCOM BPM ARM 1480

1Introduction

Congratulations with your purchase of the Topcom BPM Arm 1480. This fully
automatic, wrist mounted blood pressure monitor is both easy to use and ideally
suited for daily measurements. The large display includes systolic, diastolic
and pulse, all clearly shown at the completion of each reading.
In addition, you can store up to 48 measurements ine the memory, ideal for
users who want to monitor and track their blood pressure on a regular basis.
The BPM Arm 1480 is compact and portable, making it ideal for home use and
travel.

Please read this manual carefully before use. For specific
information on your own blood pressure, contact your
physician. Put the user guide away in a safe place for future
reference.

2 Safety instructions

ENGLISH

1. This product is for household use only. It is not intended as a substitute for
consultation with your doctor.

2. For users diagnosed with common arrhythmia (atrial or ventricular
premature beats or atrial fibrillation), diabetes, poor circulation of blood,
kidney problems, or for users suffered from stroke, or for unconscious
users, the device might not be suitable for use. Consult your doctor in case
of any doubt.

3. The unit should not be operated by children so to avoid hazardous
situations.

4. The unit contains high-precision assemblies. Therefore, avoid extreme
temperatures, humidity, and direct sunlight. Avoid dropping or strongly
shocking the main unit, and protect it from dust.

5. Leaky batteries can damage the unit. Remove the batteries when the unit
is not used for a long time.

6. Do not press the START key when the cuff is not placed around the arm.

7. Do not disassemble the main unit or cuff.

8. If the unit is stored in a cold place, allow it to acclimate at room
temperature before use.

9. Clean the blood pressure monitor body and the cuff carefully with a slightly
damp, soft cloth. Do not press. Do not bend the pre-formed cuff inside out.
Do not wash the cuff or use chemical cleaner on it. Never use thinner,
alcohol or petrol (gasoline) as cleaner.

10. To ensure accurate measurements, it is recommended that calibration be
completed every two years.

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TOPCOM BPM ARM 1480

3 Helpfull tips

Here are a few helpful tips to help you obtain more accurate readings:

• Do not measure your blood pressure immediately after consuming a large

meal. To obtain more accurate readings, please wait one hour before
measuring.

• Do not smoke or drink alcohol before measuring your blood pressure.

• You should not be physically tired or exhausted while taking a

measurement.

• It is important that you relax during measurement. Try to take 15-minutes

rest before a reading.

• Do not take measurements if you are under stress or under tension.

• Take your blood pressure at normal body temperature. If you are feeling

cold or hot, wait a while before taking a measurement.

• If the monitor is stored at very low temperature (near freezing), have it

placed at a warm location for at least one hour before using it.

• Wait about 5 minutes before taking the next pressure measurement.

4 Disposal of the device

At the end of the product lifecycle, you should not throw this
product into the normal household garbage but bring the
product to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipments. The symbol on the product, user guide
and/or box indicate this.

Some of the product materials can be re-used if you bring them to a recycling
point. By re-using some parts or raw materials from used products you make
an important contribution to the protection of the environment. Please contact
your local authorities in case you need more information on the collection points
in your area.

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