BP A130 - Blood pressure monitor MICROLIFE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BP A130 MICROLIFE

Display Read the instructions carefully before using this device. Type BF applied part Dear Customer, Your new Microlife blood pressure monitor is a reliable medical device for taking measurements on the upper arm. It is simple to use, accurate and comes highly recommended for blood pressure monitoring in your home. This device was developed in collabora- tion with physicians and clinical tests carried out prove its measurement accuracy to be of a very high standard.* Please read through these instructions carefully so that you under- stand all functions and safety information. We want you to be happy with your Microlife product. If you have any questions, problems or want to order spare parts please contact your local Microlife

Customer Service. Your dealer or pharmacy will be able to give you the address of the Microlife dealer in your country. Alternatively, visit the internet at www.microlife.com where you will find a wealth of invaluable information on our products. Stay healthy – Microlife AG!

• This device uses the same measuring technology as the award winning «BP 3BTO-A» model tested according to the British Hypertension Society (BHS) protocol. Microlife BP A130

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1. Important Facts about Blood Pressure and Self-Measurement

• How do I evaluate my blood pressure?

2. Using the Device for the First Time

• Activating the fitted batteries

• Setting the date and time

• Changing the language

• Adjusting the volume

• Selecting the correct cuff

3. Taking a Blood Pressure Measurement using this Device

4. Appearance of the Heart Arrhythmia Indicator for early

5. Traffic Light Indicator in the Display

• How not to store a reading

7. Setting the Alarm Function

8. Battery Indicator and Battery change

• Flat battery – replacement

• Which batteries and which procedure?

• Using rechargeable batteries

11. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal

• Safety and protection

Guarantee Card (see Back Cover)

1. Important Facts about Blood Pressure and Self-

• Blood pressure is the pressure of the blood flowing in the arteries generated by the pumping of the heart. Two values, the systolic (upper) value and the diastolic (lower) value, are always measured.

• The device indicates the pulse rate (the number of times the heart beats in a minute).

• Permanently high blood pressure values can damage your health and must be treated by your doctor!

• Always discuss your values with your doctor and tell him/her if you have noticed anything unusual or feel unsure. Never rely on single blood pressure readings.

• There are several causes of excessively high blood pressure values. Your doctor will explain them in more detail and offer treatment where appropriate. Besides medication, weight loss and exercise can also lower your blood pressure.

• Under no circumstances should you alter the dosages of any drugs prescribed by your doctor!

• Depending on physical exertion and condition, blood pressure is subject to wide fluctuations as the day progresses. You should therefore take your measurements in the same quiet conditions and when you feel relaxed! Take at least two readings every time (in the morning and in the evening) and average the measurements.

• It is quite normal for two measurements taken in quick succes- sion to produce significantly different results.

• Deviations between measurements taken by your doctor or in the pharmacy and those taken at home are quite normal, as these situations are completely different.

Several measurements provide much more reliable information about your blood pressure than just one single measurement.

• Leave a small break of at least 15 seconds between two measurements.

• If you suffer from an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia, see «Section 4.»), measurements taken with this device should be evaluated with your doctor.

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

• If you are pregnant, you should monitor your blood pressure very closely as it can change drastically during this time!

This monitor is specially tested for use in pregnancy and pre-eclampsia. When you detect unusual high readings in4BP A130

pregnancy, you should measure again after 4 hours. If the reading is still too high, consult your doctor or gynecologist. How do I evaluate my blood pressure? The higher value is the one that determines the evaluation. Example: a readout value between 150/85 or 120/98 mmHg indi- cates «blood pressure too high».

2. Using the Device for the First Time

Activating the fitted batteries Pull out the protective strip from the battery compartment 7. Setting the date and time

1. After the new batteries are fitted, the year number flashes in the

display. You can set the year by pressing the M-button AT. To confirm and then set the month, press the time button AK.

2. Press the M-button to set the month. Press the time button to

confirm and then set the day.

3. Follow the instructions above to set the day, hour and minutes.

4. Once you have set the minutes and pressed the time button, the

date and time are set and the time is displayed.

5. If you want to change the date and time, press and hold the time

button down for approx. 3 seconds until the year number starts to flash. Now you can enter the new values as described above. Changing the language You can change the language by using the following procedure:

1. While the device is switched off keep the ON/OFF button 1

pressed until you see the letters «LAn» on the LCD.

2. Now you can change the language by continuously pressing

the M-button AT: 1=English, 2=Russian, 3=French, 4=German, 5=Spanish, 6=Polish.

3. Confirm the selection by pressing the ON/OFF button 1.

Adjusting the volume Use the volume control 6 to adjust the volume of the speaker. Selecting the correct cuff Microlife offers different cuff sizes. Select the cuff size to match the circumference of your upper arms (measured by close fitting in the centre of the upper arm).

Contact your local Microlife Service if the enclosed cuff 8 does not fit.

Connect the cuff to the device by inserting the cuff connector 9 into the cuff socket 4 as far as it will go.

3. Taking a Blood Pressure Measurement using this

Device Checklist for taking a reliable measurement

1. Avoid activity, eating or smoking immediately before the

2. Sit down for at least 5 minutes before the measurement and relax.

3. Always measure on the same arm (normally left).

4. Remove close-fitting garments from the upper arm. To avoid

constriction, shirt sleeves should not be rolled up - they do not interfere with the cuff if they are laid flat.

5. Always ensure that the correct cuff size is used (marking on the

• Fit the cuff closely, but not too tight.

• Make sure that the cuff is positioned 2 cm above the elbow.

• The artery mark located on the cuff (ca. 3 cm long bar) must lie over the artery which runs down the inner side of the arm.

• Support your arm so it is relaxed.

• Ensure that the cuff is at the same height as your heart. Table for classifying blood pressure values in adults in accordance with the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2003. Data in mmHg. Range Systolic Diastolic Recommendation blood pressure too low

3. blood pressure slightly

4. blood pressure too

Urgently seek medical advice! Cuff size for circumference of upper arm S 17 - 22 cm (6.75 - 8.75 inches) M 22 - 32 cm (8.75 - 12.5 inches) L 32 - 42 cm (12.5 - 16.5 inches) M - L 22 - 42 cm (8.75 - 16.5 inches)5

6. Press the ON/OFF button 1 to start the measurement.

7. The cuff will now pump up automatically. Relax, do not move

and do not tense your arm muscles until the measurement result is displayed. Breathe normally and do not talk.

8. When the correct pressure is reached, the pumping stops and the

pressure falls gradually. If the required pressure was not reached, the device will automatically pump some more air into the cuff.

9. During the measurement, the heart symbol AS flashes in the

display and a beep sounds every time a heartbeat is detected. 10.The result, comprising the systolic AM and the diastolic AN blood pressure and the pulse rate AO is displayed and a long beep is heard. At the same time, the blood pressure monitor will announce the result. Note also the explanations on further display symbols in this booklet. 11.When the device has finished measuring, remove the cuff. 12.Switch off the device. (The monitor does switch off automati- cally after approx. 3 min.).

You can stop the measurement at any time by pressing the ON/OFF button (e.g. if you feel uneasy or an unpleasant pressure sensation).

4. Appearance of the Heart Arrhythmia Indicator for

early Detection This symbol AQ indicates that certain pulse irregularities were detected during the measurement. In this case, the result may deviate from your normal blood pressure – repeat the measure- ment. In most cases, this is no cause for concern. However, if the symbol appears on a regular basis (e.g. several times a week with measurements taken daily) we advise you to tell your doctor. Please show your doctor the following explanation:

5. Traffic Light Indicator in the Display

The bars on the left-hand edge of the traffic light display BT show you the range within which the indicated blood pressure value lies. Depending on the height of the bar, the readout value is either within the normal (green), borderline (yellow) or danger (red) range. The classification corresponds to the 6 ranges in the Table as defined by the WHO, as described in «Section 1.».

At the end of each measurement, this device automatically stores the result, including date and time. Viewing the stored values Press the M-button AT briefly, when the device is switched off. The display first shows «M» AP and then a value, e.g. «M 17». This means that there are 17 values in the memory. The device then switches to the last stored result at which point an audio interpre- tation will also be heard. Pressing the M-button again displays the previous value. Pressing the M-button repeatedly enables you to move from one stored value to another. Memory full

Pay attention that the maximum memory capacity of 100 is not exceeded. When the memory is full, the old values are automatically overwritten with new ones. Values should be evaluated by a doctor before the memory capacity is reached – otherwise data will be lost. Clearing all values If you are sure that you want to permanently remove all stored values, hold down the M-button (the device must have been switched off beforehand) until «CL» appears and then release the button. To permanently clear the memory, press the M-button while «CL» is flashing. Individual values cannot be cleared. How not to store a reading As soon as the reading is displayed press and hold the ON/OFF button 1 until «M» AP is flashing. Confirm to delete the reading by pressing the M-button AT.

7. Setting the Alarm Function

This device allows you to set 2 alarm times at which an alarm signal will then be triggered. This can be a useful aid, for instance as a reminder to take medication. Information for the doctor on frequent appearance of the Arrhythmia indicator This device is an oscillometric blood pressure monitor that also analyses pulse frequency during measurement. The device is clinically tested. The arrhythmia symbol is displayed after the measurement, if pulse irregularities occur during measurement. If the symbol appears more frequently (e.g. several times per week on measurements performed daily) we recommend the patient to seek medical advice. This device does not replace a cardiac examination, but serves to detect pulse irregularities at an early stage.6BP A130

1. To set an alarm time, press the time button AK (the device must

have been switched off beforehand) and immediately after- wards the M-button AT and hold both down until the bell symbol BK appears in the top left of the display. Then release both buttons. The flashing «1» in the display indicates that the first alarm time can now be set.

2. Press the time button to set the hours – the hour display flashes

and pressing the M-button allows you to set the alarm hour. To confirm, press the time button.

4. The bell symbol will now flash. Use the M-button to select

To set a second alarm time, proceed as above but if the «1» flashes, press the M-button to select «2» and confirm with the time button.

An active alarm time is indicated by the bell symbol in the display.

The alarm will sound at the set time every day.

To switch-off the alarm when it is sounding, press the time button AK.

To permanently switch off the alarm, proceed as above and select the crossed-out bell symbol. This will then disappear from the display.

The alarm times must be re-entered each time the batteries are replaced.

8. Battery Indicator and Battery change

Low battery When the batteries are approximately ¾ empty the battery symbol

will flash as soon as the device is switched on (partly filled battery displayed). Although the device will continue to measure reliably, you should obtain replacement batteries. Flat battery – replacement When the batteries are flat, the battery symbol AR will flash as soon as the device is switched on (flat battery displayed). You cannot take any further measurements and must replace the batteries.

1. Open the battery compartment 7 on the bottom of the device.

2. Replace the batteries – ensure correct polarity as shown by the

symbols in the compartment.

3. To set date and time, follow the procedure described in

The memory retains all values although date and time (and possibly also set alarm times) must be reset – the year number therefore flashes automatically after the batteries are replaced. Which batteries and which procedure?

Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry.

Remove batteries if the device is not going to be used for a prolonged period. Using rechargeable batteries You can also operate this device using rechargeable batteries.

Batteries must be removed and recharged when the flat battery symbol appears. They should not remain inside the device as they may become damaged (total discharge as a result of low use of the device, even when switched off).

Always remove the rechargeable batteries if you do not intend to use the device for a week or more.

Batteries cannot be charged in the blood pressure monitor. Recharge batteries in an external charger and observe the information regarding charging, care and durability.

9. Using a Mains Adapter

You can operate this device using the Microlife mains adapter (DC 6V, 600 mA).

Only use the Microlife mains adapter available as an original accessory appropriate for your supply voltage.

Ensure that neither the mains adapter nor the cable are damaged.

1. Plug the adapter cable into the mains adapter socket 5 in the

blood pressure monitor.

2. Plug the adapter plug into the wall socket.

When the mains adapter is connected, no battery current is consumed. 10.Error Messages If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement is interrupted and an error message, e.g. «ERR 3», is displayed. Error Description Potential cause and remedy

ERR 1 » Signal too weak The pulse signals on the cuff are too weak. Re-position the cuff and repeat the measurement.*7

• Please consult your doctor, if this or any other problem occurs repeatedly.

If you think the results are unusual, please read through the information in «Section 1.» carefully. 11.Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal

Safety and protection

• This device may only be used for the purposes described in these instructions. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by incorrect application.

• This device comprises sensitive components and must be treated with caution. Observe the storage and operating condi- tions described in the «Technical Specifications» section.

• Protect it from: - water and moisture - extreme temperatures - impact and dropping - contamination and dust - direct sunlight - heat and cold

• The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care.

• Do not exchange or use any other kind of cuff or cuff connector for measuring with this device.

• Only pump up the cuff once fitted.

• The function of this device may be compromised when used close to strong electromagnetic fields such as mobile phones or radio installations and we recommend a distance of at least 1 m. In cases where you suspect this to be unavoidable, please verify if the device is working properly before use.

• Do not use this device if you think it is damaged or notice anything unusual.

• Never open this device.

• If the device is not going to be used for a prolonged period the batteries should be removed.

• Read the additional safety information provided within the indi- vidual sections of this instruction manual. Ensure that children do not use this device unsupervised; some parts are small enough to be swallowed. Be aware of the risk of strangulation in case this device is supplied with cables or tubes. Device care Clean the device only with a soft, dry cloth. Cleaning the cuff Carefully remove spots on the cuff with a damp cloth and soapsuds.

WARNING: Do not wash the cuff in a washing machine or

dishwasher! Accuracy test We recommend this device is tested for accuracy every 2 years or after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please contact your local Microlife-Service to arrange the test (see foreword). Disposal Batteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with domestic waste. 12.Guarantee This device is covered by a 5 year guarantee from the date of purchase. The guarantee is valid only on presentation of the guar- antee card completed by the dealer (see back) confirming date of purchase or the receipt.

• Batteries and parts that become worn with use are not included.

• Opening or altering the device invalidates the guarantee.

• The guarantee does not cover damage caused by improper handling, discharged batteries, accidents or non-compliance with the operating instructions.

ERR 2 » Error signal During the measurement, error signals were detected by the cuff, caused for instance by movement or muscle tension. Repeat the measurement, keeping your arm still.

ERR 3 » No pressure in the cuff An adequate pressure cannot be generated in the cuff. A leak may have occurred. Check that the cuff is correctly connected and is not too loose. Replace the batteries if necessary. Repeat the measurement.

ERR 5 » Abnormal result The measuring signals are inaccurate and no result can therefore be displayed. Read through the checklist for performing reliable measurements and then repeat the measurement.*

» Pulse or cuff pres- sure too high The pressure in the cuff is too high (over 300 mmHg) OR the pulse is too high (over 200 beats per minute). Relax for 5 minutes and repeat the measurement.*

» Pulse too low The pulse is too low (less than 40 beats per minute). Repeat the measurement.* Error Description Potential cause and remedy8BP A130

The cuff has a functional guarantee (bladder tightness) for

years. Please contact your local Microlife-Service (see foreword). 13.Technical Specifications This device complies with the requirements of the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC. Technical alterations reserved. Operating conditions: 10 - 40 °C / 50 - 104 °F

Weight: 480 g (including batteries) Dimensions: 180 x 110 x 75 mm Measuring procedure: oscillometric, corresponding to Korotkoff method: Phase I systolic, Phase V diastolic Measurement range: 20 - 280 mmHg – blood pressure

40 - 200 beats per minute – pulse

Cuff pressure display range: 0 - 299 mmHg Resolution: 1 mmHg Static accuracy: pressure within ± 3 mmHg Pulse accuracy: ± 5 % of the readout value Voltage source: 4 x 1.5 V alkaline batteries; size AA Mains adapter DC 6V, 600 mA (optional) Battery lifetime: approx. 920 measurements (using new batteries) IP Class: IP20 Reference to standards: EN 1060-1 /-3 /-4; IEC 60601-1; IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC); IEC 60601-1-11 Expected service life: Device: 5 years or 10000 measurements Accessories: 2 years9