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5. Troubleshooting

This section includes a list of error messages and frequently asked questions for problems 

you may encounter with your blood pressure monitor. If the product is not operating as you 

think it should, check this list before arranging for servicing.

Problem

Symptom

Check This

Remedy

No 

power

Display is dim or will

not light up

Batteries are 

exhausted

Replace with new 

batteries

Low

batteries

 shows on the    

         display

Batteries are low

Replace with new 

batteries

Error

message 

Err shows on the 

display.

A measurement 

error occurred

Relax for a moment 

and then measure 

again

Err 1, 2, or 3 shows on 

the display

The wrist cuff is 

not secure

Refasten the cuff and 

then measure again 

Err 4 shows on the 

display

The monitor 

detected

motion while 

measuring

Movement can affect 

the measurement. 

Relax for a moment 

and then measure

again

Err 5 shows on the 

display

Pressure is over 

37.3kPa (280 

mmHg)

Relax for a moment 

and then measure 

again

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Summary of Contents for BD401

Page 1: ...Instruction manual blood pressure monitor with BP Advisor Technology Wrist...

Page 2: ...evice 4 1 Setting Date Time Language And Measurement Units 4 2 Obtaining Accurate Measurements 4 2A Before Measuring 4 2B Fitting the Wrist 4 2C Choose Your Measurement Position 4 3 Measuring Your Blo...

Page 3: ...est grading available for blood pressure monitors Please refer to BHS website http www bhsoc org bp_monitors automatic_wrist stm Before using the BD401 please read this instruction manual carefully an...

Page 4: ...such as age gender weight and physical condition It also depends on the environment and your state of mind at the time of measurement In general your blood pressure is lower when you are asleep and hi...

Page 5: ...ge blood vessels vital organs such as the kidney and your heart Should the systolic blood pressure values lie between 140 mmHg and 160 mmHg or the diastolic blood pressure values lie between 90 mmHg a...

Page 6: ...fferent Your blood pressure changes constantly It is quite normal for blood pressure to fluctuate significantly 50mmHgto60mmHg throughouttheday Bloodpressureisnormallylowest at night but increases dur...

Page 7: ...period of time This information can be used to assist your physician in diagnosing and preventing potential health problems 2 3 What is mean arterial pressure MAP The mean arterial pressure MAP is th...

Page 8: ...6 USER 2 DOWN ARROW button 7 SET button 3 2 About the LCD Screen The LCD screen displays the systolic and diastolic blood pressure measurements along with your heart rate It also displays previously r...

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Page 10: ...e display does not illuminate when the power is on Replace all the batteries at the same time it is dangerous to mix old and new batteries Contact your local waste disposal authority for instructions...

Page 11: ...nit is off press and hold SET for 2 seconds to enter the setting mode 2 The setting order is as follows 12 24 hour format hour minute year month day or day month format month date and measurement unit...

Page 12: ...asure your blood pressure is in the morning after you wake up before breakfast and physical activity and in the absence of the urge to urinate Rest for 5 minutes sitting quietly and release all the te...

Page 13: ...body so that your wrist is parallel with your heart using the chart and illustrations below as a guide 4 3 Measuring Your Blood Pressure After following the guidelines described in the previous sectio...

Page 14: ...the results will be saved to User 1 s or User 2 s memory accordingly 5 Switch off the device by pressing the button to preserve the batteries If no button is pressed for 1 minute the instrument switc...

Page 15: ...to additional records The date and time of measurement are shown with each record Memory records will be kept even when the batteries become exhausted and are replaced 4 5 Deleting A Measurement Reco...

Page 16: ...1 Press 1 2 or 1 2 to recall the latest measurement record for User 1 or User 2 2 Press and hold SET until the LCD shows dEL ONE 3 Press 1 2 to show the option of deleting your entire measurement hist...

Page 17: ...n the unit has finished taking your measurement your blood pressure readings pulse and blood pressure classification are announced If you want to repeat the announcement simply press TALK VOLUME Anyti...

Page 18: ...ce with new batteries Low batteries shows on the display Batteries are low Replace with new batteries Error message Err shows on the display A measurement error occurred Relax for a moment and then me...

Page 19: ...n instructions Settings are wrong Date and time are incorrect The clock was not set or reset after installing new bat teries Reset the clock Measurement unit kPa or mmHg are incorrect The measurement...

Page 20: ...eries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable regulations not with domestic waste f Take care while handling the batteries in the device Incorrect usag...

Page 21: ...OS Diagnostics Blood Pressure Hotline 1 866 536 2289 Should repair be necessary return the unit with all component pieces Enclose proof of purchase and 5 00 for return shipping and insurance Ship the...

Page 22: ...tandard IEC 60601 1 2 Readings taken by the blood pressure monitor are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff and stethoscope auscultation method Clinical performance were s...

Page 23: ...asive Measuring range SYS DIA Pressure 30 to 300 mmHg 4 0 to 40 0 kPa Pulse 40 to 200 pulse min Accuracy Pressure 3 mmHg 0 4 kPa Pulse 5 Memory Maximum 60 records per user Maximum number of users 2 Cu...

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