Walgreens WGNBPA750 User Manual

PREMIUM ARM

Blood Pressure
Monitor

• 5-Year
Limited Warranty

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION:
Important Product Notices and Safety

Instructions ..........................................................3

About Blood Pressure ......................................... 5

Blood Pressure Standard ....................................5

How This Blood Pressure Monitor Works .........7

USAGE INFORMATION:

Name/Function of Each Part ............................... 8

Display Explanations ........................................... 9

Installing Batteries ............................................11

Using the AC Adapter ........................................12

Date & Time Set Procedure...............................13

Using Rest Assure ............................................. 14

Using Triple Check Measurement System ......14

Using the Cuff ....................................................15

Measurement Procedure ...................................19

Risk Category Index ..........................................24

Irregular Heartbeat Detector ...........................25

Using the Memory Function ..............................26

Clearing Values from Memory .......................... 28

Using Your Device with
Microsoft

®

HealthVault™ ................................... 29

Important Notes Regarding Your

Blood Pressure Measurement .......................... 31

Care, Maintenance & Cleaning .........................32

Potential for Electromagnetic Interference .....34

Troubleshooting .................................................35

Specifications ....................................................36

5 Year Limited Warranty ....................................37

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IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICES AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your blood pressure monitor, basic precautions
should always be followed. Please read and follow all instructions
and warnings before using this product. Save these instructions for
future reference.

• Please note that this is a home healthcare product only and
it is not intended to serve as a substitute for the advice of a
physician or medical professional.

• This device uses the oscillometric method to measure systolic
and diastolic blood pressure, as well as heart rate.

• Do not use this device for diagnosis or treatment of any health
problem or disease. Measurement results are for reference only.
Consult a healthcare professional for interpretation of pressure
measurements. Contact your physician if you have or suspect
any medical problem. Do not change your medications without
the advice of your physician or healthcare professional.

• Proper cuff size is critical for accurate measurements. Follow the
instructions in this manual and printed on the arm cuff to ensure
the appropriate size of cuff is being used.

• This product is not suitable for people with arrhythmias. This
device may have difficulty determining the proper blood pressure
for pregnant women and for users with irregular heartbeat,
diabetes, poor circulation of blood, kidney problems or for users
who have suffered from a stroke.

• Excessive use may result in blood overflow interference,
which is likely to cause uncomfortable sensations, such as
partial subcutaneous hemorrhage, or temporary numbness to
your arm. In general, these symptoms should not last long.
However, if you do not recover in time, please seek advice
from a medical professional.

• The pulse display is not suitable for checking the frequency of
heart pacemakers.

• Electromagnetic interference: The device contains
sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong electrical or
electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g.
mobile telephones, microwave ovens). These may lead to
temporary impairment of measurement accuracy.

• Consider the electromagnetic compatibility of the device (ex.

power disturbance, radio frequency interference etc.) Please
use this device indoors only.

• Use blood pressure monitor only for its intended use.

• Do not wrap the cuff around body parts other than your arm.

• Not for use by or on persons under the age of 18.

• Do not use this device on infants, children, or those who cannot
express their own intention.

• Do not plug or unplug the adapter power cord with wet hands.

• Please use only the AC adapter included with this monitor or

1.5V AA alkaline batteries for power supply.

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

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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE

What is Blood Pressure?

Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the artery
walls while blood flows through the arteries. The
pressure measured when the heart contracts and
sends blood out of the heart is systolic (highest) blood
pressure. The pressure measured when the heart dilates
with blood flowing back into the heart is called diastolic
(lowest) blood pressure.

Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?

Among today’s various health problems, those
associated with high blood pressure are very common.
High blood pressure dangerously correlates with
cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, blood pressure
monitoring is important for identifying those at risk.

BLOOD PRESSURE STANDARD

The table on page 6 contains defined levels for hypertension
that are publicly available from the National Heart Lung and
Blood Institute at the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH)

(http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Hbp/HBP_WhatIs.html).

Users can compare their own blood pressure readings against
these defined levels to determine if they may be potentially at
increased risk.

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This table is applicable to most adults aged 18 and older.
Blood pressure tends to go up and down, even in people who

normally don’t have high readings. If your numbers stay above
the “normal” range most of the time, you may be at increased
risk and should consult your physician.

Category

Normal Less than 120 and Less than 80
Prehypertension 120-139 or 80-89
High Blood Pressure
Stage 1 140-159 or 90-99
Stage 2 160 or higher or 100 or higher

Although one can easily find where their own blood pressure
readings fall on this table, this monitor comes equipped with a
Risk Category Index that automatically compares each reading
to the defined levels and provides a helpful cue if your reading
falls into one of the stages that could potentially indicate
increased risk. See page 24 for more information on this
feature.

Please note that cues provided by this monitor are only
intended to assist you in using this table. The table and cues
are only provided for convenience to help you understand your
non-invasive blood pressure reading as it relates to the NIH
information. They are not a substitute for a medical examination
by your physician. It is important for you to consult with your
physician regularly. Your physician will tell you your normal
blood pressure range as well as the point at which you may
actually be considered to be at risk.

Systolic (mmHg)

Diastolic
(mmHg)

HOW THIS BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR WORKS

This monitor uses innovative technology to detect your systolic
pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse. This technology enables
the monitor to automatically inflate and deflate at the appropriate
level for each individual. With one touch of a button, the cuff will
automatically inflate to block the blood flow through your artery.
Next, the deflation process starts. Please note that any muscle
movement during inflation or deflation will cause measurement
error. When measurement is complete, the monitor will display your
systolic pressure, diastolic pressure, and pulse readings.

Before measurement, it is suggested that you sit quietly for 15
minutes before measurement as measurements taken in a relaxed
state have greater accuracy. The Rest Assure function provides a
helpful countdown of the last 5 minutes of this suggested time. Refer
to page 14 for more information on this feature.

NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART

1. Triple Check Switch

2. Date/Time Set Button

3. AM/PM Averaging
Button

4. Rest Assure Switch

LCD Display

Air Tube

and Connector

Triple Check Rest Assure

ON ONAM/PMOFF OFF

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The Triple Check Measurement System automatically takes and
averages three readings for accuracy you can trust. Refer to page 14
for more information on this feature.

The monitor automatically finds where your measurement results
fall on the NIH’s National Heart Lung and Blood Institute’s table and
provides a cue if your reading falls into one of the stages that could
potentially indicate increased risk. Please refer to page 24 for more
information on this feature.

The appearance of the icon indicates that a pulse irregularity
consistent with an irregular heartbeat was detected during
measurement. Refer to page 25 for more information on the Irregular

Heartbeat Detector.

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Arm Cuffs

MEMORY RECALL
Button

Other Accessories Included :

B

USER-SELECT
Button

• 1 6V DC Output AC Adapter

• 4 “AA” size, 1.5V alkaline batteries

• Mini-b USB Cable
Note: Please unload the batteries when operating

with the AC adapter for an extended period of
time.

Battery Cover
(Located on
bottom of unit)

START/STOP
Button

DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS

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Date/Time
Indicator

Systolic
Pressure

Diastolic
Pressure

Display Symbols:

User 1: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 1.

User 2: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 2.

Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries should be replaced.

Pulse Symbol: Shows the heart rate per minute.

Risk Category Index: See page 24 for more information.

Irregular Heartbeat Detector: See page 25 for more information.

Rest Assure Symbol: Indicates when it is a moment to rest.

Memory Average: Displays average of last 3 readings.

AM/PM Averaging: Indicates the reading being displayed is an average from

the last 3 morning or last 3 evening measurements.
Multi-Read Symbol: Appears when Triple Check Measurement System is

turned ON.

Average Symbol: Displayed when viewing a Triple Check average.

Measurement Indicator: Indicates which measurement is being taken, or

which measurement is being viewed from a Triple Check average reading.

If any of the following letters and numbers appear in the area that systolic
pressure should be displayed, an error has occurred with your reading. See
Troubleshooting section of this manual for more information.

Heart Rate

Measurement Error: Wrap the cuff correctly and keep arm steady during
measurement. Measure again.

Air Circuit Abnormality: Check cuff connection. Measure again.

Pressure Exceeding 300 mmHg: Turn the unit off to clear, then measure

again.

Error Determining Measurement Data: Measure again.

System Error: Measure again.

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INSTALLING BATTERIES

1. Press down on latch and lift
the battery cover to open the
battery compartment.

2. Install or replace 4 “AA ”
sized alkaline batteries in
the battery compartment
according to the indications
inside the compartment.

3. Close the battery cover by
pushing in the top end of the
battery door.

Replace the batteries if:

• The weak battery symbol appears on the display.

• Nothing appears on the display when the power is switched
on.

Battery
Cover

USING THE AC ADAPTER

1. Connect the AC adapter with the AC adapter jack as
shown below.

2. Please use only the AC adapter included with this
monitor.

Note:

• Please unload the batteries when operating with an
AC adapter for an extended period of time. Leaving
the batteries in the compartment for a long time may
cause leakage, which may lead to damage to the unit.

• No batteries are needed when operating with
an AC adapter.

• Date and time will need to be reset if AC adapter is
unplugged and unit is without batteries.

As the supplied batteries are for test only, they may be
discharged earlier than batteries you buy in stores. Replace all
batteries at one time (as simultaneous set). Use only 1.5V “AA ”
alkaline batteries. Remove batteries when unit is not in use for
extended periods of time. Date and time will need to be reset
if batteries are removed or replaced. Clean contacts on battery
and in battery compartment with a soft dry cloth each time you
install batteries.

Note:
Batteries are hazardous waste. Do not dispose of them together

with the household garbage.

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Triple Check Rest Assure

ON ONAM/PMOFF OFF

Date Link

Connect AC
adapter here

AC Adapter

Input: 100-240V~0.18A 50/60Hz
Output: 6V DC 1A 6W Max

DATE & TIME SET PROCEDURE

USING REST ASSURE

1. To adjust the date and time, press
the DATE/TIME SET button

.

Triple Check Rest Assure

ON ONAM/PMOFF OFF

2. The display will show a blinking number showing the
YEAR. Change the YEAR by pressing the button.
Each press will increase the number by one in a
cycling manner. Pressing the button will decrease
the number by one in a cycling manner. Press the

DATE/TIME SET button

again to confirm the
entry, and the screen will show a blinking number
representing the MONTH.

3. Change the MONTH, DAY, HOUR and MINUTE as
described in Step 2 above, using the button/ button
to change the numbers and the DATE/TIME SET

button

to confirm the entries.

(Please note that year does not appear on the display.)

Press the button

This blood pressure monitor features the Rest Assure
function. It is suggested you sit quietly for 15 minutes
prior to measurement. The Rest Assure function will count
down the last 5 minutes before automatically starting the
measurement. To turn this feature OFF, slide the switch
on the back to the OFF position.

Triple Check Rest Assure

ON ONAM/PMOFF OFF

USING TRIPLE CHECK MEASUREMENT SYSTEM

The Triple Check Measurement System automatically
takes and averages three readings in a row, with 1
minute rest intervals in between each measurement. To
deactivate this feature and take only a single reading,
slide the switch on the back to the OFF position.

Triple Check Rest Assure

ON ONAM/PMOFF OFF

blinking YEAR

increasing YEAR

confirm the entry

repeat process to set MONTH, DAY,

HOUR and MINUTE

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USING THE ARM CUFF

Positioncuffedge

0.8

–

1.2inches(2

–

3cm)

aboveelbow.

Fitcuffsecurely.

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tofitbetweenthecuff

andyourarm.

Very Important:
Proper cuff size is critical to accurate measurement.

This monitor comes with two sizes of arm cuffs:
Standard Size Fits 9”–13” (23 cm – 33 cm)
Large Size Fits 13”–17” (33 cm – 43 cm)

The appropriate cuff is suitable for your use if the
colored arrow falls within the solid color line as shown
below.

Colored Arrow

Position cuff
edge 0.6˝

–

1.0˝

(1.5

–

ARROW MUST FALL

WITHIN YELLOW BAND

ARROW MUST FALL

WITHIN YELLOW BAND

Center tube over
middle of arm.

Center tube over
middle of arm

2.5cm) above elbow.

Fit cuff securely. Allow room for
two fingers to fit between the cuff
and your arm.

MODEL# PP-BPCUFF5

1. If the cuff is not assembled, pass the end of the
cuff furthest away from the tubing through the metal
D-ring in order to form a loop. The smooth side without
the felt material should be on the inside of the cuff loop.

ARROW MUST FALL

End of cuff

WITHIN YELLOW BAND

D-ring

2. Plug the cuff tube into the left side of the unit.

Insert plug here

(0.8”~1.2”)

2~3 cm

Solid Colored Line

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3. Open the arm cuff so that your arm

may be placed through it.

4. Remove tight fitting clothing from your
upper left arm so that the cuff can be
wrapped around your exposed arm.

Note:

• This device should not be used when your arm is

injured or wounded.

• If it is not possible to fit the cuff on your left arm, it
can also be placed on your right arm. However, all
measurements should be made using the same arm.

5. Position cuff edge 0.8-1.2
inches (2-3 cm) above elbow.

6. Center tube over middle of arm.

7. Pull the end of the cuff so that it tightens
evenly around your arm. Press the hook
and loop material together to secure.
Allow room for 2 fingers to fit between
the cuff and your arm.

8. Lay your arm on a table (palm upward)
so the cuff is at the same height as
your heart. Make sure the tube is not
kinked.

• To use on the right arm, you must position the artery
symbol “ ” over the main artery. Locate the main
artery by pressing with two fingers approximately 1”
(2 cm) above the bend of your elbow on the inside of
your right arm. Identify where the pulse can be felt the
strongest. This is your main artery.

Main Artery

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MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE

DIA.

mmHg

SYS.

mmHg

Pulse

/min.

DIA.

mmHg

START

STOP

SYS.

mmHg

Important Notes:

• Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is in
constant fluctuation throughout the day.

Using Single Measurement Mode:

1. Please make sure the Triple Check measurement switch,
located on the back of the unit, is in the OFF position.

• Blood pressure measurement can be affected by the
position of the user, his or her physiologic condition
and other factors. For greatest accuracy, wait 1 hour
after exercising, bathing, eating, drinking beverages
with alcohol or caffeine, or smoking to measure blood
pressure.

• Before measurement, it is suggested that you sit
quietly for 15 minutes as measurements taken during
a relaxed state will have greater accuracy. You should
not be physically tired or exhausted while taking a
measurement.

• During the measurement, do not talk or move your
arm or hand muscles.

• See page 31 for additional notes regarding your blood
pressure measurement.

If you are using this blood pressure monitor for the first
time, please remove the protective film from the screen.

2. Press the USER-SELECT button to choose User 1 or User 2.

USER

MEM

1/2

After the user number is selected, press the START/STOP
button to confirm the chosen user.

3. With the cuff wrapped around your arm, press the START/
STOP button. Do not inflate the cuff unless it is wrapped

around your arm. All digits will light up to check the display
functions. The checking procedure will be completed after
about 3 seconds.

START

STOP

Note:
If the Rest Assure feature is ON, the 5 minute countdown will
begin after the checking procedure is complete.

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4. After all symbols disappear, the display

Rest Assure

ONAM/PM

OFF

will show “00”. The monitor is “Ready
to Measure” and will automatically

inflate the cuff to begin measurement.
The cuff will start deflating as
measurement continues.

Note:
This monitor will re-inflate automatically if the system
detects that your body requires more pressure for
measurement.

5. When the measurement is completed, the
cuff will deflate entirely. Systolic pressure,
diastolic pressure and pulse will be shown
simultaneously on the LCD screen. The

measurement is then automatically
stored into memory.

Note:

• This monitor automatically returns to standby mode

approximately 30 seconds after last operation. You may also
press the START/STOP button to return to standby mode.

• To interrupt the measurement, you may press the START/

STOP (recommended), MEM, USER- SELECT or DATE/
TIME SET (

) buttons. The cuff will deflate immediately

after a button is pressed.

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Using Triple Check Measurement:

1. Please make sure the Triple Check measurement switch,
located on the back of the unit, is in the ON position.

Triple Check

ON

OFF

2. Press the USER-SELECT button. After the user number

is selected, press the START/STOP button to confirm
the chosen user.

3. With the cuff wrapped around your arm, press the

START/STOP button. Do not inflate the cuff unless it
is wrapped around your arm. All digits will light up to
check the display functions. The checking procedure
will be completed after about 3 seconds.

Note:

If the Rest Assure feature is ON, the 5 minute countdown
will begin after checking procedure is complete.

4. After all symbols disappear, the display will show

“00”. The monitor is “Ready to Measure” and will
automatically inflate the cuff to begin measurement.
The cuff will begin deflating as measurement
continues.

Note:

This monitor will reinflate automatically if the system
detects that your body requires more pressure for
measurement.