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Accurate home blood pressure
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Page 1: ...BT Accurate home blood pressure measurements with the WatchBP Home A BT Instruction Manual BT ...

Page 2: ...l WatchBP Home A BT BP3MX1 3C is a device intended to measure the systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse rate of an adult individual with arm cuff circumference sizes ranging from 22 42 cm by using a non invasive oscillometric technique in one inflatable cuff being wrapped around the upper arm The device detects the appearance of atrial fibrillation during measurement and gives a warning ...

Page 3: ...tion Atrial Fibrillation Detection 16 About Atrial Fibrillation 17 Atrial Fibrillation Detector 18 Atrial fibrillation detection instructions 19 Information for the doctor 19 Viewing deleting and transferring measurements Viewing measurements 20 21 Deleting measurements 22 23 Installation of the software program 24 Bluetooth connectivity 26 27 Batteries and power adaptor 28 29 Safety care accuracy...

Page 4: ...4 SYS mmHg mmHg min USUAL DIAG NOCTURNAL DIA PUL M Button Memory Display ON OFF Button Cuff Socket Power Socket Serial Port Battery Compartment Mode Switch Bluetooth symbol BT ...

Page 5: ... Symbol Atrial Fibrillation Detection Outside Measurement Time Relax Battery Display Delete Memory Data Stored Value Morning Data Evening Data Date Time Systolic Value Diastolic Value Pulse Indicator Pulse Rate Number of Stored Data ...

Page 6: ...rom the battery compartment Press M Button to make selection Press ON OFF Button to confirm 3 Set the day Press the M Button to set the Day Press the ON OFF Button to confirm mmHg min DIA PUL 1 Set the year Upon removing the protective strip or installing new batteries the Year number flashes in the display Use the M Button to select the Year Press the ON OFF Button to confirm your selection ...

Page 7: ... compartment briefly and put it back The Year number will flash Complete the process as described above M Medium size 22 32 cm 8 7 12 6 inches M is the correct size for most people L Large size 32 42 cm 12 6 16 5 inches Selecting the correct cuff The WatchBP Home A BT device is available with different cuff sizes If the cuff provided with the device is an unsuitable size please consult your doctor...

Page 8: ...ccordance with the measurement guidelines of the European Society of Hypertension ESH Prior to each measurement use the Mode Switch on the right side of the device to select the proper measurement mode The two options include DIAG Diagnostic or USUAL Usual mode Taking measurements using WatchBP Home A BT DIAG USUAL ...

Page 9: ...ng days or particularly relaxing days in this mode Two sets of measurements per day ESH guidelines recommend one double measurement taken in the morning between 06 00 09 00 and one in the evening between 18 00 21 00 Always perform measurements before taking your medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor Jan JAN 30 7working days X1 X1 06 00 09 00 18 00 21 00 ESH Guidelines ...

Page 10: ...ded measurement period and allows morning measurements between 04 00 12 00 and evening measurements between 18 00 24 00 Outside these times measurements cannot be taken and the symbol on the right will be displayed on the screen When measurements have been carried out for the full 7 days the doctor symbol will flash on the screen Taking measurements using WatchBP Home A BT cont X1 X1 04 00 12 00 1...

Page 11: ...y stored for later evaluation by your doctor 250 measurements safely stored The WatchBP Home A BT device can store up to 250 averaged measurement readings in USUAL mode 250 Measurements Anytime 15 sec 1 2 15 sec 3 When memory is full each new reading will automatically overwrite the earliest measurement To review the last three individual measurements press and hold the M button until a 1 is displ...

Page 12: ...ing drinking or smoking Allow at least one hour between these activities and measurement of your blood pressure Step 2 Prepare a chair and table for the measurement The chair should have a vertical back rest and the table should allow your upper arm to rest at the same height as your heart 1 Hour Before ...

Page 13: ...ake sure the lower edge of the cuff is exactly 2 3cm from the inner fold of your arm The tube connecting the cuff to the device should be placed on the inside of the arm Additional visual instruction can be found on the cuff Step 4 Sit down and relax for at least five minutes prior to the measurement ...

Page 14: ...oss your legs or tense your arm muscles Breath normally and do not talk Step 6 in DIAG mode One measurement cycle includes two measurements Once the first measurement is complete continue to relax as you wait for the second measurement The second measurement will start after 60 seconds During this time avoid any movement SYS mmHg mmHg min USUAL DIAG NOCTURNAL DIA PUL Eight steps for measure blood ...

Page 15: ...fter the readings please repeat the first six steps once again Step 8 in DIAG mode When seven days of measurements have been collected the Doctor Symbol will flash on the display Do not forget to take your WatchBP Home A BT device with you on your next visit to the doctor Note the doctor symbol is only displayed for measurements in DIAG Mode Automatically stored ...

Page 16: ...blood pressure measurement follow the instructions on page 21 IAD Joseph Wiesel et al Detection of Atrial Fibrillation Using a Modified Microlife Blood Pressure Monitor American Journal of Hypertension 2009 22 8 848 852 Atrial fibrillation a major cause of stroke can be detected by this device However not all risk factors for stroke including atrial flutter may be detected by this device This devi...

Page 17: ...ars Atrial fibrillation can lead to the formation of blood clots in the upper chambers of the heart the atria These clots can break off and flow to the brain causing stroke The use of blood thinners such as warfarin can lower the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation A doctor can confirm the presence of atrial fibrillation by using an EKG Atrial fibrillation can sometimes come and go...

Page 18: ... 2 Some arrhythmia irregular heart beat other than atrial fibrillation might be present In such a case it is still recommended to pay a visit to the doctor For people with pacemakers or defibrillators it is not recommended to use the WatchBP Home A for diagnosing atrial fibrillation Measurement If atrial fibrillation is detected during all readings of the triple measurements in USUAL Mode or all f...

Page 19: ... device is designed to detect atrial fibrillation and false negative readings are very rare Though it is programmed to specifically detect atrial fibrillation frequent premature beats marked sinus arrhythmia or other rhythm abnormalities might cause false positive readings If atrial fibrillation is detected by the device at home we suggest another reading done in the doctor s office If the atrial ...

Page 20: ...tal number of measurements stored e g N 20 and then switches to the average of all readings Viewing measurements 1 Use the Mode switch to first select the type of measurements you wish to view 2 Then press the M Button will display when the number of measurements is less than 12 A is displayed when the number shown is the average of all data ...

Page 21: ...with Afib are displayed 2 Press M Button again the number of total readings stored e g N 63 is displayed followed immediately by the average of all measurements stored in memory Individual Reading 3 All individual readings can be viewed by repeatedly pressing the M Button 3 Press the M Button repeatedly to review all the individual readings one by one 4 The daily average is displayed after the ind...

Page 22: ...DIAG and USUAL can be deleted independent of each other Only delete the stored measurements when you are sure that you no longer need the data Viewing deleting and transfering measurements cont DIAG DIAG USUAL USUAL DIAG DIAG USUAL USUAL ...

Page 23: ... mode of measurements you want to delete 3 Release the M Button and press it once more while the Delete symbol flashes The deleting is confirmed by the beep sound Only measurements in the selected mode will be deleted 2 Press the M Button and hold it for 7 seconds until the Delete symbol flashes ...

Page 24: ...crolife com support softwareprofessional products Double click the download installer and simply follow the instructions provided in the installation window on the PC screen Viewing deleting and transferring measurements cont System Requirements for Software 1GHz CPU 512MB Memory 4 5GB free hard disk space Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 8 10 ...

Page 25: ...ed 2 The date and time on the device automatically synchronize with the date and time on the PC when successfully connected with WatchBP Analyzer Home PC software 3 Click Download button in the WatchBP Analyzer Home to transfer the measurement data on the device to a PC See instruction manual of the WatchBP Analyzer Home for details ...

Page 26: ...splayed Open the Microlife WatchBP Home app on your smartphone Go to Dashboard Click Sync data icon Connect the device and confirm pairing The measurement data on the device will upload to smartphone automatically when the connection is established WatchBP Home App Compatibility iPhone 6 or above running iOS 12 0 or higher Android phones running Android 8 or above Bluetooth Please download the Mic...

Page 27: ...nnection The screen will show FL if the connection fails Bluetooth is not active when the blood pressure monitor device is recording data The blood pressure monitor device will not sound any alarm with or without Bluetooth The Bluetooth is used only to transfer data from point A to point B SYS mmHg mmHg min USUAL DIAG NOCTURNAL DIA PUL ...

Page 28: ...es need to be replaced the Battery Symbol will flash each time the device is switched on 1 Open the battery compartment at the back of the device 2 Replace the batteries ensure correct polarity as shown by the symbols in the compartment Use 4 new 1 5V size AA alkaline batteries Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry Remove batteries if the device will not be used for a prolonged period ...

Page 29: ...Only use Microlife branded power adaptors 1 Plug the adaptor cable into the Power Plug in the WatchBP Home A BT device 2 Plug the adaptor plug into the wall socket When the power adaptor is connected no battery power is consumed External power adaptor shall be fulfilled in compliance with the requirements of IEC 60601 1 2005 ...

Page 30: ...if you think it is damaged or if anything appears unusual Read the further safety instructions in the individual sections of the instruction manual Do not connect the device to a computer until prompted to do so by the computer software Safety and protection This device may be used only for the purpose described in this booklet The device comprises of sensitive components and must be treated with ...

Page 31: ...yl or isopropyl alcohol Do not immerse hose Allow to air dry thoroughly before next use Disposal Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable regulations and not as domestic waste Device cleaning and disinfecting Use a soft cloth with one of the following recommended cleaning solutions to wipe the exterior of the device Ethyl or isopropyl alcoh...

Page 32: ...s are unusual please read through the information in this instruction manual carefully Error Description Potential cause and remedy Er 1 Signal too weak The pulse signals on the cuff are too weak Re position the cuff and repeat the measurement Er 2 Error signal During the measurement error signals were detected by the cuff caused for instance by movement or muscle tension Repeat the measurement ke...

Page 33: ...s too low less than 40 beats per minute Repeat the measurement Er 3 No pressure in the cuff An adequate pressure cannot be generated in the cuff A leak may have occurred Replace the batteries if necessary Repeat the measurement Er 5 Abnormal result The measuring signals are inaccurate and no result can therefore be displayed Read through the checklist for performing reliable measurements and then ...

Page 34: ...high blood pressure can damage your health and therefore must be treated Always discuss your home blood pressure measurement data with your doctor and tell him her if you have noticed anything unusual or feel unsure Never rely on single blood pressure readings There are many causes of excessively high blood pressure Your doctor will explain them in more detail and offer treatment when appropriate ...

Page 35: ...ata in mmHg The higher value is the one that determines the evaluation Example a readout value between 150 85 or 120 98 mmHg indicates Grade 1 Hypertension Category Systolic Diastolic Optimal 120 80 Normal 120 129 80 84 High normal 130 139 85 89 Grade 1 Hypertension 140 159 90 99 Grade 2 Hypertension 160 179 100 109 Grade 3 Hypertension 180 110 lsolated Systolic Hypertension 140 90 ...

Page 36: ... per minute pulse Cuff pressure display Range 0 299 mmHg Resolution 1 mmHg Static accuracy pressure within 3 mmHg Pulse accuracy 5 of the readout value Voltage source 4 x 1 5 V Batteries size AA Mains adapter DC 6V 600 mA optional Battery life Approximately250measurements Reference to standards Device corresponds to the requirements of the standard for noninvasive blood pressure monitor IEC 60601 ...

Page 37: ...is valid only on presentation of the guarantee card completed by the owner confirming date of purchase or purchase receipt Batteries cuff and wearing parts are not covered by this guarantee Model WatchBP Home A BT ERP Model Number BP3MX1 3C Date Name Address Date Telephone Email Guarantee card ...

Page 38: ...92 Taiwan R O C Tel 886 2 8797 1288 Fax 886 2 8797 1283 Email watchbp microlife com tw www watchbp com United States Microlife Medical Home Solutions Inc 2801 Youngfield St Suite 241 Golden CO 80401 USA Tel 1 303 274 2277 Fax 1 303 274 2244 Email watchbp mimhs com www watchbp com Canada Central South America Microlife USA Inc 1617 Gulf To Bay Blvd 2nd Floor Clearwater FL 33755 USA Tel 1 727 442 53...

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