Braun BP4900, Instruction Manual

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Morning Average (for BP900 only)
• Press the “Average ” (3) button again into “Morning
Average ” mode, the morning measurements
in memory within past 7 days will show on LCD.
• If there is no data in memory within past 7
days, “ ” will show on LCD.
Evening Average (for BP900 only)
• Press the “Average ” (3) button once again into “Evening
Average ” mode, the evening measurements in memory
within past 7 days will show on LCD.
• If there is no data in memory within past 7 days, “ ” will
show on LCD.
Erasing Data
• Press the “Memory
M
” (2) button into Memory mode.
• Press and hold the “Mode ” (5) button and then press the
“Set ” (4) button, all the stored data will be erased and
CLR will show on screen.
• To check if the data was erased, press the “Memory
M
” (2)
button. No data should show up on screen, but date, time
and M:00.
Morning Hypertension Setting (for BP900 only)
Morning Hypertension symbol will appear when Morning Average is above your
pre-configured Systolic rate and/or pre-configured Diastolic rate, AND/OR one or both of
these measurements is 20% or more above Evening Average.
** Your pre-configured Systolic / Diastolic should be decided between you and your
doctor or healthcare provider.
• After setting Date and Time, press “Mode ” (5) button into
“Morning Hypertension ” setting mode “- - ” on Systolic
position will flash for Systolic setting.
• Press “SET ” (4) button, LCD will appear 135 mmHg for SYS
as the internal pre-set value, then press “Set ” button
repeatedly to set his own value (Range from 70~250 mmHg)
• Press “Mode ” (5) button again into “Morning Hypertension
” setting mode “ - - ” on Diastolic position will flash for
Diastolic setting.
• Press “SET ” (4) button, LCD will appear 85 mmHg for DIA as
the internal pre-set value, then user presses “SET ” button to
set his own value (Range for DIA is 40 ~ 115 mmHg).
• User can press START/STOP (1) button to exit setting mode
and go back to standby at any step.
Irregular Heart Beat Detector (for BP900 only)
The appearance of this symbol signifies that a certain pulse irregularity was detected
during the measurement. Talking, moving, shaking or an irregular pulse during the
measurement can result in the appearance of this icon. Usually this is not a cause for concern,
however if the symbol appears often, we recommend you seek medical advice. The device does
not replace a cardiac examination, but service to detect pulse irregularities at an early stage.
Low Battery Indicator
When the low battery indicator flashes on the display, it means the battery is low and
the four batteries need to be replaced with Alkaline LR6 (AA) batteries.
** After replacing batteries, BPM will go into TIME-SETTING mode automatically and show the
last measurement time on screen. Please SET the current DATE / TIME before taking the next
measurement to get correct AVERAGE result.
Storage and Cleaning
• Always keep the unit in the carrying case after its use.
• Do not put the item directly under the sunlight, in high temperature or humid and dusty
places.
• Do not store in extremely low (less than -20°C) or high (more than 60°C) temperature.
temperature.
• Use a piece of cloth with water or mild cleansing agent to clean the case and then use a piece
of dry cloth to wipe it dry. Use a piece of dry cloth to wipe the cuff when it is dirty.
• Do not use any strong cleansers to clean it.
• When the unit is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries.
(Batteries may leak or cause harm).
What to do if …..
Problem Reason Solution
Heart Rate
Symbol
Appears in the measurement
condition and flashes when
pulse is detected.
• Measurement in progress, remain quiet.
Low Battery
Indicator
Appears when the battery
voltage is excessively low or
the positions of the batteries
are incorrect.
• Replace all four batteries with new ones.
Insert the batteries in the correct
positions. Be aware of +/- positions.
Measuring
Error
Appears when the accurate
blood pressure and pulse
could not be obtained.
• Press “Start/Stop” button again and
remeasure.
• Check if cuff is wrapped
according to instructions.
• Check that there are no kinks in tube.
• Check palm if exerting effort.
• Check if talking or moving
during measurement.
• Check if posture is correct.