BM122 - Blood pressure monitor ELTA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BM122 ELTA

Dear Customer, Please read this manual carefully before use in order to avoid damages resulting from misuse. Please pay particular attention to the safety information.If you pass the device on to a third party, these Operating Instructions must also be handed over.

BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT

This unit allows you to measure the systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as the heartbeat frequency oscillometrically. All readings can be read on the LCD display. This blood pressure measurement unit is meant only for measuring on the upper arm of adults. It is for home use and only for non-invasive blood pressure measuring. If the blood pressure is measured by a doctor in the hospital, then the stress or other effects this may have on the patient can result in higher blood pressure. Blood pressure is subject to constant change depending on circumstances. Therefore, one should not draw conclusions from a single measurement. It is better to take measurements at home and schedule regular readings. This will give you a more accurate knowledge of your actual blood pressure and help your doctor to make important decisions for diagnosis or treatment. If you are suffering from heart or liver problems, arterial deposition, diabetes, or similar problems, please seek advice from your doctor before carrying out the measurements. WHAT IS BLOOD PRESSURE? Blood pressure is the pressure which the blood exerts to the arteries. The blood pressure inside the arteries is always fluctuating during your heart cycle. The highest pressure during this cycle is called systole and the lowest pressure is called diastole. With these two blood pressure values, the systole and the diastole, the doctor can determine the blood pressure of the patient. Your blood pressure can be influenced by many different factors, like physical effort, fear, the time of day, etc. The blood pressure is usually low in the morning and increases in the afternoon until the evening.It is generally lower in summer and higher in winter. BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 14 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 15 -

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEASURING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE AT HOME? Measuring blood pressure during a check-up by a doctor in a hospital or clinic can make a person nervous, which results in a higher blood pressure. Various factors can influence a blood pressure measurement, therefore one single measurement does not necessarily give an accurate reading. The measured blood pressure of a relaxed patient, after getting up in the morning and before eating breakfast, is called fundamental blood pressure. Therefore measuring the blood pressure at home is important, because there the blood pressure is closest to this status. A. Classification of blood pressure according to WHO The standards to measure high and low blood pressure, regardless of age, were determined by the World Health Organization (WHO), as shown in picture 1. B. Fluctuations of blood pressure Blood pressure fluctuates depending on the time of day and season. The fluctuations are more marked in people with high blood pressure. Normally blood pressure is higher when one is working and then lowers during the night. The fluctuations of blood pressure during a day are illustrated in picture 2. These measurements were taken every 5 minutes. The thick line represents the period of sleep. The rise of the blood pressure at 4 o'clock in the morning (shown in the illustration Fig. 2 as A) and at noon (shown in the illustration as B) represent a pain attack. Fig. 1 180 189 mmHgSystolic blood pressureDiastolic blood pressure

POINTS TO NOTE BEFORE USING THE MEASURING INSTRUMENT UNIT CAUTION! Read the instructions carefully before using the device. Please follow instructions carefully. Do not use device near mobile phones and microwaves to avoid electromagnetic disturbances.

• Blood pressure should be taken by a doctor or an expert who knows your medical history. By making regular use of the blood pressure measuring unit and recording your readings, you can keep your doctor informed of your blood pressure tendencies.

• Connect the tube with the appliance’s tube connector.

• Tie the sleeve securely around your upper arm. The sleeve should be at the same height as your heart. If necessary, support the arm on a table by placing an object (e.g. a cushion) underneath.

• The measuring instrument should not be moved or jostled during the measurement, because this can lead to incorrect measurement of the blood pressure.

• Do the measurement in a quiet place and in a relaxed position without talking.

• Do not twist the seal around the sleeve of a jacket or a shirt, because it is not possible to get an accurate measurement this way.

• Remember that the blood pressure fluctuates naturally during the daytime and other factors such as smoking, drinking alcohol, bathing, taking medicine, and physical effort influence blood pressure levels.

• The values of the blood pressure measurement available in this measuring appliance correspond with the values of a trained specialist, who measures with a sleeve while listening with a stethoscope. The measurement values are between the limit values which were determined by the national standardization for electronic and automated sphygmomanometers of the United States. BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 16 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 17 -

1. Find the brachial artery (Arteria Brachialis) of your left arm, which is

located 25 mm above the elbow. Test where your pulse is strongest.

2. Now, place the sleeve around your left upper arm. The hook and

loop adhesive fabric must face outwards and the tube should be directed towards the hand. The whole arm should be uncovered. There must not be any pressure on veins from clothing, jewellery, etc., as this can alter the measurement. Also, do not place the sleeve over clothing.

3. Place the sleeve so that it is positioned about 2 - 3 cm above the

crease of the elbow. The tube must be in line with the hand, as if the tube were dividing the hand down the middle. Close the sleeve so that it surrounds the upper arm firmly. Check that the hook and loop adhesive fabric is securely fastened.

4. The person whose blood pressure is being taken should now be

sitting on a chair with the left elbow supported on a table. The tube must not be bent or twisted! BrachialArtery2-3cm BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 18 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 19 -

CORRECT BODY POSTURE DURING MEASUREMENTTo obtain as accurate a reading as possible, always remember to hold the sleeve at the sameheight as the heart. If the sleeve is higher or lower than the heart this causes deviations fromyour actual blood pressure.Measuring blood pressure while sitting:• Place your elbow on the table or other surface.• The sleeve should be at the same height as your heart. If necessary, place a cushion or abook underneath your lower arm. Keep your arm and the rest of your body in a relaxedposition.• Any exertion on the body, such as drinking, eating, talking, making or receiving telephonecalls, etc., leads to incorrect measurements and should therefore be avoided.DESCRIPTION OF THE SYMBOLS IN THE DISPLAYSymbol in Condition/ Cause Corrective measuresthe displayBrachialArtery ERROR This symbol appears when anaccurate measurement isimpossible.This icon appears when thebatteries are almost empty or havebeen inserted incorrectly.Replace all old batteries withnew ones. Always observe thecorrect polarity (+ and -) of thebatteries while inserting them.Repeat the measurement.Make sure that the sleeve isattached properly and yourbody posture is accurate.This symbol appears when thepulse value is detected (blinking)together with a sound. BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 19 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 20 -

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEASUREMENT• Inserting the batteries:Remove the cover of the battery compartment. Observe thecorrect polarity while inserting the batteries. At first allsymbols will appear on the LCD display for 3 seconds, thenthe date 1 (month) – 1 (day) and the time 12:00.• Set the date and the time Press the button MODE and the month indicator will flash. Set the month with the button SET. Press the button MODE again and the day indicator will flash. Set the day with the button SET. Press the button MODE again and the hour indicator will flash. Set the hour (in 12-hour format, for the afternoon and night time a small “P” will appear underthe hour indicator) with the button ı. Press the button MODE again and the minute indicator will flash. Set the minute with the button SET. Press the button MODE once again to return to the time and date indicator. The device is now ready to operate.• Steps to measure the blood pressure:a) Secure the sleeve around your left upper arm (see chapter Correct Use of the Sleeve

b) Sit on a chair and assume an upright body position (see chapter Correct Body Posture During Measurement). c) Select with the button SET the desired number where you would like to save the measurement. Press the button START/STOP to start the appliance. The pumping process starts automatically. The pressure is raised automatically to 160 mmHg.If there is a tendency of high blood pressure, the air pressure will automatically be raised to the required level. The inflation process can be stopped at any time by pressing the START/STOP button. There should not be more than 2 measurements within a shortperiod of time as this could alter the measured data.d) After inflation, the air will escape slowly during the measurement process. The heart symbol for the pulse will appear on the display. BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 20 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 21 -

e) When the blood pressure measurement has been taken, the systolic, diastolic and pulse values will be shown for 1 minute in the display and the data will automatically disappear after this time. During the display time, the appliance can be switched off by pressing the START/STOP button. f) If no button is pressed for 1 minute and no function is used during this time, the energy saving function will switch the appliance off automatically.

• To save, check and delete the measured data: a. Save data: After each blood pressure measurement, the systolic, diastolic, and pulse data of the respective measurement will be saved automatically. The available database can store up to 99 measurements. If the number of measurements exceeds 99, the oldest measurement will be deleted automatically. b. Check data: By pressing the MEMORY button, the database can be selected and, simultaneously, the number of full memory spaces will be shown in the upper edge of the LCD display. If no memory space is taken, NONE is indicated. Press MEMORY button to check the most recent measurement. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure, pulse value, time, and date are shown. Press MEMORY button again to check the other measurement values, sorted by save order. To return to normal display, press START/STOP button. c. Delete data: Delete all data: Remove batteries from the battery compartment and reinsert them. All data will be deleted. Press MEMORY button, to check if the data has been deleted. If done correctly, no data will be shown in each database. BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 21 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 22 -

• Changing the batteries: If appears in the display or the display is dark, the batteries are dead. Replace the batteries. Until they are replaced, no further blood pressure measurements are possible. Change all batteries with battery type R6/LR6/AA. Only use top quality identical batteries. Do not use new and expired batteries simultaneously. If the batteries have leaked, remove them from the battery compartment using a cloth and dispose them according to regulations. Wipe battery compartment and other compartments carefully with a cloth. Be sure not to come in direct contact with the battery acid.. Batteries do not belong in your household waste. MAINTENANCE

• To clean the casing, use a dry cloth moistened with water or a mild cleaning agent, and wipe the unit using a dry cloth. If the sleeve is soiled and needs to be cleaned, use a dry or slightly damp cloth only.

• Do not use any spray cleansers or strong cleaning agents.

• If the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries (expired batteries can damage the unit). STORAGE

• Always store the appliance in its tray after use.

• Protect the measuring unit and its accessories from direct sunlight, high temperatures, humidity, and dust.

• Do not subject the unit to extremely low (below -20°C) or high (over 50 °C) temperatures.

• Do not fold the sleeve.

PREVENTION OF MALFUNCTIONING

• Do not twist the sleeve.

• Do not pump air into the sleeve unless it is wound around the arm.

• Do not try to disassemble the unit or to change the components of the appliance or sleeve.

• Do not drop the measuring unit or allow it to suffer any heavy impact. BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 22 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 23 -

• Caution: The sleeve size only covers a size range of 24 to 32 cm in diameter and is only to be used by adults.

• Do not use the measuring unit if your arm is injured.

• If the measuring appliance should continue inflating, open the sleeve immediately or press the START/STOP button.

• By pressing START/STOP during inflation, the inflation process is stopped and the air is immediately released from the sleeve.

• Should by any means pain occur during the measurement, stop immediately by pushing the START/STOP button or by opening the sleeve. TECHNICAL DATA Measuring procedure Oscillometrical Measurement range Pressure 0 ~ 300 mmHg, Pulse 40 ~ 199 beats per minute Measurement accuracy Pressure +/- 3mmHg, Pulse max. +/- 5% Inflation Electric rolling pump Deflation Magnetic valve Display Systole, Diastole, pulse value, year/date/time, memory database Memory Database with 99 memory spaces Automatic switch off 1 minute after last pressing of any button Weight Approx. 265g with batteries Sleeve size Arm diameter of about 24 to 32 cm Operating temperature range +10°C to +40°C, <85% relative humidity Storage temperature range -20°C to +70°C, <85% relative humidity Power supply 6V DC 4 x 1,5 V R6/LR6/AA alkaline batteries Battery life 300 measurements (2 per day) Measures 80 x 120 x 40 mm BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 23 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 24 -

INSTRUCTIONS ON ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONDo not dispose of this product in the usual household garbage at the end of its lifecycle; hand it over at a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronicappliances. The symbol on the product, the instructions for use or the packing willinform about the methods for disposal. The materials are recyclable as mentioned in its marking. By recycling, material recycling or otherforms of re-utilization of old appliances, you are making an important contribution to protect ourenvironment. Please inquire at the community administration for the authorized disposal location.GUARANTEE AND CUSTOMER SERVICEBefore delivery our devices are subjected to rigorous quality control. If, despite all care, damagehas occurred during production or transportation, please return the device to your dealer. Inaddition to statutory legal rights, the purchaser has an option to claim under the terms of thefollowing guarantee:For the purchased device we provide 2 years guarantee, commencing from the day of sale. Duringthis period we will remedy all defects free of charge, which can be demonstrably attributed tomaterial or manufacturing defects, by repair or exchange.Defects which arise due to improper handling of the device and malfunctions due to interventionsand repairs by third parties or the fitting of non-original parts, are not covered by this guarantee.BM122/0708ELTA GmbHCarl-Zeiss-Str. 8D- 63322 Rödermark/Ober-Roden, Germany

NOTE This blood pressure measuring device conforms to European regulations and carries the CE- Symbol “CE 0197”. The quality of this device has been proven and conforms to the requirements of the European Community regulation 93/42/EEC (EN IEC 60601-1 – general safety requirements, EN IEC 60601-1-2:2001 – electromagnetic compatibility; requirements and screening processes) from July 14, 1993 according to medical appliance’s and service standards as follows: EN 1060-1: Non-invasive blood pressure device – general requirements EN 1060-3: Non-invasive blood pressure device – additional requirements for electromagnetic blood pressure appliances. EN 1060-4: Non-invasive blood pressure device – screening process to determine the measurement accuracy of automatic non-invasive blood pressure appliances. Classifications:

• Device with internal power supply

• Device is not suitable for use near inflammable anaesthetics mixtures with air or oxygen or nitrogen.

• Continuous operation with short term charging Manufacturer: HEALTH ø LIFE Co., Ltd. 9F, No. 186, Jian Yi Road, Chung Ho City 235, Taipei, Taiwan Authorized Representative in the European Community: Innovative business promotion GmbH Botzstr. 6 07743 Jena, Germany BM122.qxp 9/10/07 2:24 PM Page 25 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine- 26 -

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