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990065  Users Guide - Hewlett Packard

7.0 Instruction Manual

Attached is a draft instruction manual for the device.  Note the required FCC warning
information on the second to last page.

Summary of Contents for M3815

Page 1: ...990065 Users Guide Hewlett Packard 7 0 Instruction Manual Attached is a draft instruction manual for the device Note the required FCC warning information on the second to last page ...

Page 2: ...lett Packard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material Hewlett Packard assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished by Hewlett Packard This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright All right...

Page 3: ... TO TAKE YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 9 MAINTENANCE 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 SPECIFICATIONS 24 FCC REGULATIONS 25 CONCLUSION 26 WARNING Failure on the part of the responsible Health Care Provider prescribing the use of this equipment to implement satisfactory training for installation use and maintenance may cause undue equipment failure and possible health hazards ...

Page 4: ...ort of your own home In less than a minute the HP Home Blood Pressure Unit measures and displays your blood pressure and pulse rate Then the BP Unit transmits the blood pressure BP measurement to your Health Care Provider who records and interprets your vital statistics Your Health Care Provider will assist you in learning how to install operate and maintain your BP Unit Afterwards please refer to...

Page 5: ...sonal medical history please do not allow others to use this unit Do not attempt to service or repair the BP Unit yourself If a mechanical problem occurs contact your Health Care Provider and replace the BP unit as required Avoid exposing the BP unit to extremes in temperature humidity direct sunlight shock and dust Clean the BP Unit with a dry soft cloth or a cloth dampened with tap water and mil...

Page 6: ... on page 4 Insert four type AA 1 5 volt alkaline batteries CAUTION Use alkaline batteries only Replace all four batteries at the same time Do not replace them individually Always follow instructions on the battery package when handling batteries 1 Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the monitor by gently pushing down on the arrow symbol and popping the cover off 2 Place the batteri...

Page 7: ...P Unit closer to the Hub c Press the Radio Test button again If the Hub beeps the BP Unit is operating properly If the Hub does not beep replace the BP Unit as instructed by your Health Care Provider NOTE If you accidentally press the Radio Test button there are no negative results Prepare the cuff assembly 1 Insert the air connector at the end of the cuff hose into the air socket on the side of t...

Page 8: ... ready for use WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN While using the BP Unit you will see symbols and numbers appear in the display window Display Symbol Explanation Appears during the BP measurement blinks and beeps with each detected pulse beat Appears when the batteries need to be replaced NOTE When an ERROR message appears check your equipment and retake your BP before contacting your Health Care Provider...

Page 9: ...fore you take your BP measurement do the following Sit within 20 feet of the Hub Relax for about 15 minutes Remove restrictive clothing or roll up a loose garment sleeve Use the left arm for the measurement unless instructed otherwise by your Health Care Provider Do not eat drink smoke or talk during the measurement Take your blood pressure ...

Page 10: ... your left forearm resting on a flat surface so that the center of your upper arm is at about the same height as your heart If desired you may lie down while someone else takes your BP measurement 2 Loosen the cuff so that you can slide the cuff over your arm ...

Page 11: ...5 Users Guide Hewlett Packard 3 As you slide the cuff on position the cuff so that it is on your upper arm and about one inch above the elbow crease make sure that the hose dangles on the inside of your arm ...

Page 12: ...990065 Users Guide Hewlett Packard 4 Pull on the cuff end to tighten it fold the cuff end back over the metal ring and fasten the cuff end to the Velcro closure ...

Page 13: ...990065 Users Guide Hewlett Packard NOTE The cuff does not have to be pulled very tight For comfort you can leave room for two fingers to fit under the cuff 5 Press the START button ...

Page 14: ...The monitor displays diastolic numbers that change and increase up to 150 mmHg NOTE If you wish to stop inflation at any time press the START button again I noticed that the measurement went over 150 do we need to mention this number 8 The Measurement In Progress symbol appears in the display window and the monitor beeps at every detected pulse beat As cuff pressure automatically decreases the mon...

Page 15: ...your final BP measurement and pulse rate NOTE If you detected an ERROR message stopped the BP measurement while in progress or feel that the reading might be in error wait 15 minutes before taking your blood pressure again HINT After you take the first BP measurement just slide the cuff off of your arm Next time you will not need to adjust the cuff just slide it back on your arm and begin the BP m...

Page 16: ...akage make sure the cuff hose is properly connected to the monitor and that the exhaust rate is between two and five mmHg WARNING If you check for air leakage and retake the BP measurement and the measurement is still so low that it registers this ERROR 1 message you may have a medical emergency You may want to verify the reading with a conventional BP monitor Handle as instructed by your Health C...

Page 17: ...roperly connected to the monitor the cuff is securely fastened and the exhaust rate is between two and five mmHg Check for the correct air connector Make sure that the air connector is inserted into the hose and monitor Appears when the battery voltage is too low for the monitor to work properly Normally your Health Care Provider notifies you that batteries need to be replaced However if you see a...

Page 18: ...re reading If the exhaust rate is not between two and five mmHg turn off the BP unit and continue with the following steps If the exhaust rate is within the range do nothing NOTE Refer to step 9 of How To Take Blood Pressure for information on the exhaust rate 2 Locate the adjustment screw cover on the back upper right hand corner of the monitor Use the end of a large straightened paperclip to pry...

Page 19: ...mmHg Pulse 40 to 200 pulses per minute Accuracy Pressure 3 mmHg or 2 whichever is greater Pulse 5 Pressurization Automatic using micropump Depressurization Constant air release valve system Deflation Automatic exhaust Power source Four type AA 1 5 volt alkaline batteries not included Battery life Approximately 4 months with only 1 daily measurement Operating environment 50 to 104 F 10 to 60 C Less...

Page 20: ... equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase separation between equipment and receiver Connect equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is located Consult your reseller or an experienced radio TV technician NOTE Any changes or modifica...

Page 21: ...990065 Users Guide Hewlett Packard Copyright 1999 Hewlett Packard Company Printed in USA Manufacturing Part No M3815 90001 ...

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