BPM ARM 6331 - Blood pressure monitor Levita - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BPM ARM 6331 Levita

Congratulations with your purchase of the Levita BPM Arm 6331. 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 30 measurements per Memory Zone, ideal for users who want to monitor and track their blood pressure on a regular basis.

The BPM Arm 6331 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

1. This product is for household use only. Is 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.

To avoid inaccurate results caused by electromagnetic interference between electrical and electronic equipments, do not use the device near a cell phone or microwave oven.

3 Helpful 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.

5 Blood pressure

5.1 What is Blood Pressure?

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

5.2 Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?

Among the various health problems afflicting modern people, problems associated with high blood pressure are by far the most common. High blood pressure's dangerously strong correlation with cardiovascular diseases and high morbidity has made measuring blood pressures a necessity of identifying those at risk.

5.3 Blood Pressure Standard

The World Health Organization (WHO) and National High Blood Pressure Education Program has developed a Blood pressure standard, according to which areas of low and high-risk blood pressure are identified. This standard however, is a general guideline as individual's blood pressure varies among different people and different groups...etc.

It is important that you consult with your physician regularly. Your physician will tell you your normal blood pressure range as well as the point at which you will be considered at risk.

5.4 Blood Pressure Fluctuation

Blood pressure fluctuates all the time!

You should not be worried if you encountered two or three measurements at high levels. Blood pressure changes over the month and even throughout the day depending on circumstances (state of mind, temperature, ...)

Ex. Fluctuation within the day for a Male, 35 years old.

6 Battery installation

• Open the battery compartment by pulling the cover away on the bottom of the unit.
• Insert 4 AA non - rechargeable batteries. Follow the polarity as indicated in the battery compartment.

When the Battery Low Indicator is displayed, the batteries needs to be replaced.

Do not shortcircuit & dispose of in fire. Remove the battery if this device is not going to be used for a long period.

7 Buttons

1. LCD display
2. Arm cuff
3. MEMORY button
4. Air Jack
5. START / STOP button
6. Air Plug
7. SET button
8. MODE button

8 Di s p I a y

1. Systolic pressure
2. Diastolic pressure
3. Pulse rate
4. Pulse symbol
5. Memory number
6. Error indication
7. Battery Low indicator
8. Blood pressure unit
9. Date
10. Time

9 Applying the cuff

1. Remove all watches, jewelry, etc. prior to attaching the Arm cuff.
2. Press your brachial artery by two fingers approximately 2,5 cm above the elbow on the inside of your left arm to determine where your strongest pulse is.
3. Slide the end of arm cuff furthest from the tube through the metal ring to a loop. The smooth cloth should be on the inside of the cuff. The Velcro will be on the outside of the cuff.
4. Put the left arm through the cuff loop. The bottom of the cuff should be approx. 1,5 cm above the elbow. The cuff should lie over the brachialartery on the inside of the arm.
5. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened around your arm.
6. When the cuff is positioned properly, press the Velcro firmly against the pile side of the cuff. The metal ring will not touch your skin.
7. Relax your entire body, especially the area between your elbow and fingers. Place your elbow on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. Avoid leaning back while the measurement is being taken.

10 Measurement

10.1 Important

1. This monitor automatically switches off 1 minute after the last key operation.
2. To interrupt the measurement, simply press any key. The cuff will deflate immediately after a key is pressed.
3. During the measurement, do not talk or move your arm or hand muscles.
4. After each measurement, the result will be automatically stored. The BPM ARM 6331 has 3 memory zones with each 30 location. Select the desired Memory Zone before measurement (see §11)

10.2 Procedure

ERROR

1. Press the SET button repeatedly to select the desired memory zone.
2. Press the START/STOP button to start measurement. The cuff will inflate to the level that is right for you.
3. When the right level is reached, the cuff will deflate.
4. When the measurement is completed, systolic, diastolic and pulse will be shown simultaneously on the LCD screen.

When a mistake was detected during measurement the Error mark appears on the display

11 Memory

The BPM 6331 has 3 Memory zones. Each can store up to 30 measurements including the date and time

The result will be stored automatically in the selected Memory Zone after the measurement.

Select the desired Memory Zone before measurement, by pressing the SET button repeatedly.

To recall measurement results:

• Press the SET button repeatedly to select the desired memory zone.
• Press the MEMORY button to see the average of all measurement results [A].
• Press the MEMORY button again to see the last measurement result.
• Press the MEMORY button repeatedly for prior values stored.
• To stop reading the data, press the START/ STOP button to switch back to normal time.

To erase all data from one memory zone:

• Press the SET button repeatedly to select the desired memory zone.
• Press the MEMORY button to see the last measurement result.
• Press the MODE and SET button simultaneously to erase all data from the selected memory zone.

When the batteries are installed, the data in the memories will not be lost even when the Blood Pressure Monitor is switched off.

12 Time adjustment

To adjust the date an time:

• Press the SET button to activate the display. The memory zone will be displayed.
• Press the MODE button, the month will blink on the display.
• Press the SET button successively to change the month.
• Press the MODE button to confirm the month. The day will blink on the display.
• Change the day, hours and minutes as described above, using the SET button to change and the MODE button to confirm every setting.
  After setting the minutes, the device is ready to use.

13 Technical specifications

Model	BPM Arm 6331
Power source	6V DC: 4 x AA - Alkaline batteries
Measurement zone	Pressure: 0~300 mmHg
	Pulse: 40~199 beats/minute
Accuracy	Pressure: ±3 mmHg
	Pulse: within ±5% of reading
Pressure sensor	Semi-conductor
Inflation	Automatic - Pump driven
Deflation	Automatic Pressure release valve
Memory capacity	3 Memory zones for each 30 memories
Auto-shut-off	1 minute after last key operation
Operation environment	+10°C~+40°C
	<85% RH max.
Storage environment	-20°C~+70°C
	<85% RH max.
Weight	265g (with batteries)
Cuff Arm circumference	23~33 cm / 9~13 in
Limited patient	Over 18 years old
Classification	• Internally powered equipment
	• Classification of type BF
	• I P X 0
	• Not suitable for use in presence of flammable anaesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide
	• Continuous operation with short-time loading

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

The CE symbol indicates that the unit complies with the essential requirements of the directive 93/42/EEC.

14 Levita Warranty

14.1 Warranty period

The Levita units have a 36 - month warranty period. The warranty period starts on the day the new unit is purchased. Consumables or defects causing a negligible effect on operation or value of the equipment are not covered.

The warranty has to be proven by presentation of the original purchase receipt, on which the date of purchase and the unit-model are indicated.

14.2 Warranty handling

A faulty unit needs to be returned to a Levita service centre including a valid purchase note.

If the unit develops a fault during the warranty period, Levita or its officially appointed service centre will repair any defects caused by material or manufacturing faults free of charge.

Levita will at its discretion fulfil its warranty obligations by either repairing or exchanging the faulty units or parts of the faulty units. In case of replacement, colour and model can be different from the original purchased unit.

The initial purchase date shall determine the start of the warranty period. The warranty period is not extended if the unit is exchanged or repaired by Levita or its appointed service centres.

14.3 Warranty exclusions

Damage or defects caused by incorrect treatment or operation and damage resulting from use of non-original parts or accessories not recommended by Levita are not covered by the warranty.

The warranty does not cover damage caused by outside factors, such as lightning, water and fire, nor any damage caused during transportation.

No warranty can be claimed if the serial number on the units has been changed, removed or rendered illegible.

1 Inleiding

RETURN WITH YOUR DEFECT PRODUCT

(Original Proof of Purchase has to be attached to this return card to be valid for warranty)

Authorized Representative in the European Community Topcom Europe NV,

Grauwmeer 17

3001 Heverlee, Belgium

Manufacturer

Health & Life Co., Ltd.

9F No.186, Jian Yi Road

Chung Ho City, Taipei, Taiwan

This Blood Pressure Monitor complies with the EC Directives and bears the CE Mark "CE 0197".

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

The quality of the device has been verified and is in line with the provisions of the EC council directive 93/42/EEC (EN IEC60601-1-General requirements for safety, EN IEC 60601-1-2:2001 - Electromagnetic compatibility-Requirements and tests) dated 14 June 1993 concerning medical devices and the EN performance standards as follow:

• EN 1060-1 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers - General requirements
• EN 1060-3 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers - Supplementary requirements for electromechanical blood pressure measuring systems.
• EN 1060-4 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers - Test procedures to determine the overall system accuracy of automated non-invasive sphygmomanometers.

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