17
LifeLine
®
Kärdio Blood Pressure Monitor
When blood pressure measurements are performed using the Kärdio Monitor, Atrial
Fibrillation and Irregular Beat (AFIB) detection technology, once activated, can
screen and distinguish between various irregular heartbeats. If an irregular heartbeat
is detected, accessed by the software, to be of possible concern the
AF
icon will
display. In this instance, repeat the measurement again in AFIB mode.
If the
AF
symbol appears after having performed the second measurement, wait
for one hour and again perform a third AFIB measurement. If the
AF
symbol
continues to appear this situation should be discussed with your doctor to
determine if any further investigation should be considered.
If after the third measurement the
AF
symbol is no longer displayed then return
to your regular monitoring procedure.
i
Note: The illumination of the
AF
icon does not provide any diagnosis.
It is an alert to the patient and their doctor to consider if any further
medical investigation may be required.
Illuminated heart arrhythmia icons do not replace a cardiac examination and only
serve to facilitate an earlier investigation of heartbeat irregularities. Early medical
intervention of cardiac arrhythmia, in some instances, can significantly improve
patient health outcomes. This device may not detect abnormal heart rhythms in
people with pacemakers or defibrillators.
Error Messages and Possible Malfunctions
Error No.
Possible Causes
ERR 1
No pulse has been detected.
ERR 2
Unnatural pressure impulses have influenced the
measurement result. Reason: The arm was moved during the
measurement (creating artifacts).
ERR 3
Cuff inflation is taking too long. The cuff is incorrectly fitted.
ERR 5
The measurement indicated an unacceptable difference
between systolic and diastolic pressures. Repeat the reading
following the directions carefully. Contact your doctor if you
continue to get unusual readings.
ERR8
Pressure is over 290 mmHg
TABLE 2: Explanation of error code meanings.
