VITALSCAN PLUS BP 1600 - Sphygmomanometer BRAUN - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor
Brand	Braun
Model	VitalScan Plus BP 1600
Measurement Principle	Oscillometric
Measurement Range (Pressure)	0 – 320 mmHg
Measurement Range (Pulse)	40 – 199 beats/min
Accuracy (Pressure)	± 3 mmHg
Accuracy (Pulse)	± 5 %
Power Supply	2 LR03 (AAA) batteries
Battery Life	Approx. 200 measurements
Memory Capacity	Last 10 measurements
Compatible Wrist Circumference	13 to 21 cm
Operating Temperature	+10 °C to +40 °C
Maximum Operating Humidity	Up to 85 % RH
Cleaning	Soft, damp cloth; do not wash the cuff
Warranty	2 years
Compliance	Directive 93/42/EEC, AAMI-SP10
Protection Class	BF

Frequently Asked Questions - VITALSCAN PLUS BP 1600 BRAUN

How to take a correct blood pressure measurement?

Sit down, relax, do not move or talk during the measurement. Attach the device on the palm side of the wrist about 2 cm above the palm line, keep it at heart level, and press the start/stop button. Wait 3 minutes before taking another measurement.

What to do if the screen displays "ERR"?

A measurement or handling error has occurred. Repeat the measurement carefully following the instructions in the "Taking Measurements" section. If the problem persists, contact Braun customer service.

How to set the time and date on the BP 1600?

The BP 1600 model does not have a time and date setting function. Only the BP 1650 model allows this setting via the hours/date button (C).

How to clean the blood pressure monitor?

Clean the casing with a soft, damp cloth. For the cuff, remove stains with a damp cloth. Do not wash it with water or dry clean. Do not store the device in direct sunlight or extreme humidity.

How to replace the batteries?

Use two LR03 (AAA) alkaline batteries. Open the battery compartment cover, insert the batteries observing polarity. New batteries provide approximately 200 measurements. Do not dispose of used batteries with household waste.

What is the memory button for?

The memory button ("memo") allows you to view stored measurements. Turn off the device, then press this button to display the last measurement. Press multiple times to scroll through the values. To exit, press the start/stop button.

Why do successive measurements differ?

Blood pressure naturally varies throughout the day. Variations of 10 to 20 mmHg are normal, even in a healthy person. For reliable results, always measure under the same conditions and at the same time.

Can I use the device if I have cardiac arrhythmia?

Consult your doctor before using the device if you suffer from cardiac arrhythmia, vascular constriction, atherosclerosis, diabetes, or if you have a pacemaker, as measurement deviations may occur.

Where can I get the device repaired?

For any warranty claim, send the device and its warranty card to an authorized Braun Service Center. Repairs by unauthorized persons void the warranty.

How to dispose of the device at end of life?

Do not dispose of the device with household waste. Return it to an authorized Braun Service Center or drop it off at an appropriate recycling site in accordance with local regulations.

USER MANUAL VITALSCAN PLUS BP 1600 BRAUN

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Braun VitalScan Plus is a blood pressure monitor that has been developed for easy and accurate blood pressure measurements from the wrist. The measuring accuracy of Braun VitalScan Plus was tested at the time of manufacture and was proven by clinical research in accordance with AAMI/ANSI-SP10.

What you should know about blood pressure

Blood pressure constantly changes throughout the day. It rises sharply in the early morning and declines during the late morning. Blood pressure rises again in the afternoon and finally drops to a low level at night. Also, it may vary in a short period of time. Therefore, readings from successive measurements can fluctuate.

Blood pressure readings from a healthy 31-year old male, measured at 5-minute intervals

Blood pressure measured in a doctor's office only provides a momentary value. Repeated measurements at home better reflect one's actual blood pressure values under everyday conditions.

Moreover, many people have a different blood pressure when they measure at home, because they tend to be more relaxed than when in the doctor's office.

Regular blood pressure measurements taken at home can provide your doctor with valuable information on your normal blood pressure values under actual "everyday" conditions.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has set up the following standard blood pressure values when measured at resting pulse.

Blood pressure (mmHg)	Normal values	Mild hypertension	Severe hypertension
SYS = systole = upper value	up to 140	140 – 180	over 180
DIA = diastole = lower value	up to 90	90 – 110	over 110

• To ensure accurate measuring results, carefully read these use instructions.
• This product is intended for household use only. Keep product and batteries away from children.
• People suffering from cardiac arrhythmia, vascular constriction, arteriosclerosis in extremities, diabetes or users of cardiac pacemakers should consult their doctor before measuring their blood pressure themselves, since deviations in blood pressure values may occur in such cases.
• If you are under medical treatment or taking any medication, please consult your doctor first.
• The use of this blood pressure monitor is not intended as a substitute for consultation with your doctor.

Product description

A Display B Memory button («memo») C Time/date button (BP 1650 only) D Start/stop button E Battery compartment F Battery compartment cover G Cuff

Inserting batteries

• Use alkaline batteries, type LR 03 (AAA) as supplied with this product.
• Remove the battery compartment cover (F) and insert two batteries with correct polarity (see symbol in the battery compartment (E)).
• New batteries will provide approximately 200 measurements.
• Only discard empty batteries. They should not be disposed of in the household waste, but at appropriate collection sites or at your retailer.

Key rules for accurate blood pressure measurement

Always take readings at the same time of day, ideally in the morning, under the same conditions. - Do not measure within 30 minutes after smoking, coffee or tea consumption. Take off wrist watch and jewelry before fitting the monitor on the measuring arm. While taking a measurement, sit down, relax, keep still, especially the hand of the measuring arm, do not move or speak.

• Hold the monitor at heart level.
• Wait approximately 3 minutes before repeating a measurement.

Taking a measurement

1. Fasten the monitor on the palm side of your wrist, roughly 2 cm below the palm line. Make sure that the cuff (G) fits tightly.

1. Press the red start/stop button (D).

1. Hold the monitor at heart level. The measurement starts automatically. While measurement is in progress, do not move or speak.

1. At the end of the measurement, a beep sounds and the reading is displayed:

Upper (systolic) value Lower (diastolic) value Pulse

1. Press the start/stop button to turn the product off.

Otherwise the product will turn off automatically after 2 minutes.

If at any time, you want to stop the measurement, press the red start/stop button.

Memory function

After each measurement, the blood pressure monitor automatically stores the reading in memory.

Please note that stored data will be erased if changing batteries takes longer than 15 seconds.

Recalling stored readings

• To recall stored readings, first turn the device off.
• Then press the memory button («memo») (B). The latest reading will be displayed.
• Repeatedly pressing the memory button will call up one by one all stored readings.
• To exit the memory mode, turn the device off by pressing the start/stop button.

BP 1600: The readings of the last 10 measurements are stored in memory.

BP 1650: The readings of the last 20 measurements with time and date are stored in memory. The lower display line successively shows date, time and pulse of the respective measurement.

Setting time and date (BP 1650 only)

• Push the time/date button (C). The lower display line shows «Time» and flashing digits in the «hour» position. To adjust the hours, repeatedly push the «memo» button.

• Push button (C) again: The minutes digits will flash. Again, repeatedly push the «memo» button to adjust the minutes.
• Push button (C) again to adjust the date: The lower display line shows "Date" and flashing digits in the month position. Adjust the month by repeatedly pushing the «memo» button.
• Push button (C) again: The day digits will flash. Again, repeatedly push the «memo» button to adjust the day.
• To exit the time and date setting mode, push button (C).
• Otherwise the device automatically turns off after 2 minutes and activates the settings made so far.

Storage and cleaning

Clean the product with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Stains on the cuff (G) can be carefully removed with a damp cloth. Do not wash or dry clean the cuff. Do not store the product in a place exposed to direct sunlight or high humidity.

Calibration

This product has been calibrated at the time of manufacture. If used according to the use instructions, periodic recalibration is not required.

If at any time, you question the measuring accuracy, please contact a Braun Service Centre.

What to do if ...

Problem	Reason	Solution
+	Batteries are flat.	Insert new batteries.
ERR	Measurement / handling error	Repeat measurement as described under «Taking a measurement». If problem persists, contact a Braun Service Centre or call the Braun Helpline.
---	Inflation above 320 mmHg	Repeat measurement.
While measuring (during deflation of the cuff), you can hear a clicking sound with every detected heartbeat.	The device works with a special deflation procedure (stepwise deflation).	none
Readings from repeated measurements differ considerably.	Blood pressure is a fluctuating value. For healthy adults, deviations of 10 to 20 mmHg are possible.	none
	Cuff is not properly fitted.	Ensure that the monitor is fitted as follows: on the palm side of your wrist approx. 2 cm away from the palm line.
	Readings were not consistently taken at heart level.	For each measurement, hold the monitor at heart level.
	Talking, coughing, laughing, moving etc. when measuring will influence the reading.	While measuring, relax, keep still, do not move or speak.

Specifications

Model:	BP1650 / BP1600
Operation principle:	Oscillometric method
Display:	Liquid Crystal Display
Measuring range:	0-320 mmHg (cuff pressure)
	40-199 / min (pulse rate)
Blood pressure measurement:	20 mmHg (minimum diastolic value)
	300 mmHg (maximum systolic value)
Laboratory accuracy:	± 3 mmHg (cuff pressure)
	± 5 % of reading (pulse rate)

Clinical accuracy:	According to AAMI-SP10 with auscultatory reference:
	< 5 mmHg systematic offset
	< 8 mmHg standard deviation
Inflation:	Automatic
Deflation:	Step valve
Power supply:	2 batteries, type LR 03 (AAA)
Operating temperature:	+10 °C to +40 °C
Storage temperature:	-20 °C to +60 °C
Humidity:	Up to 85% RH
Cuff:	Suitable for wrist circumference of 13 to 21 cm
Clinical validation:	According to AAMI-SP10 with auscultatory reference. (Please note that a validation against intra-arterial measurements can lead to different results for devices which are calibrated against auscultatory reference.)

If the device is not used within the specified temperature and humidity ranges, technical accuracy cannot be ensured.

Type BF equipment

Subject to change without notice.

This device conforms to the following standards: DIN EN 60601-1:3/96 "Medical electrical equipment" - Part 1: General requirements for safety; DIN EN 1060-1: 12/95, AMD 1 09/02 "Non-invasive sphygmomanometers" - Part 1: General requirements; DIN EN 1060-3: 9/97 "Non-invasive sphygmomanometers" - Part 3: Supplementary requirements for electro-mechanical blood pressure measuring systems.

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This product conforms to the provisions of the EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive).

MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT needs special precautions regarding EMC. For a detailed description of EMC requirements, please contact the Braun Infoline (see page 2).

Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.

Please do not dispose of the product in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Disposal can take place at a Braun Service Centre or at appropriate collection points provided in your country.

Guarantee

We grant 2 years guarantee on the product commencing on the date of purchase. Within the guarantee period we will eliminate, free of charge, any defects in the appliance resulting from faults in materials or workmanship, either by repairing or replacing the complete appliance as we may choose.

This guarantee extends to every country where this appliance is supplied by Braun or its appointed distributor.

This guarantee does not cover: damage due to improper use, normal wear or use as well as defects that have a negligible effect on the value or operation of the appliance. The guarantee becomes void if repairs are undertaken by unauthorized persons and if original Braun parts are not used.

To obtain service within the guarantee period, hand in or send the complete appliance with your sales receipt to an authorized Braun Customer Service Centre.

For UK only:

This guarantee in no way affects your rights under statutory law.

Fasten the monitor on the palm side of your wrist, roughly 2 cm below the palm line. Make sure that the cuff (G) fits tightly.

Press the red start/stop button (D).

Hold the monitor at heart level. The measurement starts automatically.