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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor

with Arm Cuff

Arm Cuff

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IA2

Model

EN_TC-cover[IA2]

9/27/04, 3:23 PM

Summary of Contents for IA2

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with Arm Cuff Arm Cuff IA2 Model ...

Page 2: ...e 7 Initial Set Up 9 How to Install and Replace Batteries 9 How to Set the Date and Time 10 Correct Usage 13 How to Apply the Arm Cuff 13 How to Take a Measurement 16 How to Use the Memory Function 20 Troubleshooting 22 Care and Maintenance 24 Specifications 25 Contents 1 ...

Page 3: ...o sense both your systolic and diastolic blood pressure values and the result is personalized inflation for every reading This virtually eliminates discomfort or incorrect readings due to improper cuff inflation The IA2 also stores up to 90 sets of measurements in memory and displays an average reading based on the three most recent measurements Please read this instruction manual thoroughly befor...

Page 4: ...on indicates actions that are prohibited what you cannot do Matters involving prohibited actions are indicated by text or pictures in or near the icon The icon indicates compulsory actions that must always be followed Matters involving compulsory actions are indicated by text or pictures in or near the icon The icon indicates general compulsory items Caution Self diagnosis of measured results and ...

Page 5: ...ot inflate the arm cuff when it is not wrapped around your arm When using batteries the battery liquid may leak and damage the main unit Please observe the following points When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time approximately three months or more take out the batteries Replace old batteries with new ones immediately Do not use old and new batteries together Do not insert ...

Page 6: ...n MEMORY Button Date Time Setting Button Display AC Adapter Jack Diastolic Blood Pressure Systolic Blood Pressure Memory Symbol Pulse Display Date Time Display Battery Low Symbol Irregular Heartbeat Symbol Average Value Symbol Heartbeat Symbol Deflation Symbol Movement Error Symbol ...

Page 7: ...6 Know Your Unit Accessories Arm Cuff Air Tube Air Plug Connects to Air Jack Storage Case Four AA batteries ...

Page 8: ...our feet flat on the floor and place your arm on a table so that the arm cuff will be at the same level as your heart 3 Apply the arm cuff to your upper arm Apply the arm cuff to your upper arm The coloured marker should be centered on the inner side of your arm and pointing towards your palm so that the air tube runs along your forearm and is in line with the middle finger 4 Secure the cuff aroun...

Page 9: ...ys your blood pressure and pulse rate and automatically deflates the cuff Notes Always wait at least 2 3 minutes before taking another blood pressure measurement You may require more rest time between readings depending on your individual physiological characteristics Only use the IA2 to measure your own blood pressure since the results of measurements are stored in memory Quick Reference Guide 8 ...

Page 10: ...tes If the battery low symbol appears on the display replace all four batteries at the same time Long life alkaline batteries are recommended Remove the batteries if the monitor will not be used for three months or more If the batteries are removed for a long period of time the Date Time setting will need to be reset See How to Set the Date and Time for details Dispose of batteries according to ap...

Page 11: ... time before taking a measurement for the first time 1 When the batteries are installed for the first time the year digits 2004 will flash in the display when you turn on the monitor Notes If you need to reset the date and time for some reason press the Date Times setting button when the monitor is powered off then the year digit 2004 will flash in the display 2 Press the MEMORY button to advance ...

Page 12: ...he button the digits will advance rapidly 3 Press the Date Time setting button to confirm the setting when the desired number appears on the display The year setting is set and the month digits will flash 4 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the month and date STOP STOP STOP STOP Initial Set Up 11 How to Set the Date and Time ...

Page 13: ...e 6 The monitor will automatically turn itself off when you press the Date Time setting button after setting the time Note If you adjust the date and time during use press the START STOP button to turn off the monitor after you have finished adjusting the time STOP STOP STOP STOP Initial Set Up ...

Page 14: ...y the hook material will be on the outside of the cuff loop and the metal D ring will not touch your skin Note If the cuff is not assembled pass the end of the cuff furthest from the tubing through the metal D ring to form a loop The smooth cloth should be on the inside of the cuff loop 2 Insert the air plug into the air jack on the left side of the device How to Apply the Arm Cuff 13 Correct Usag...

Page 15: ... your heart 4 Put your arm through the cuff loop The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1 2 cm above the elbow Apply the cuff to your upper arm so that the colored marker is centered on the middle of your inner arm and points towards your middle finger The air tube should run down your forearm and be in line with the middle finger Correct Usage 14 How to Apply the Arm Cuff 1 2 cm Air Tube ...

Page 16: ...ily so you can pull the cuff off and on Make sure that there are no kinks in the air tubing Taking measurements on the right arm Please note the following points when applying the cuff to your right arm Apply the cuff so that the air tube is at the side of your elbow Notes Be careful not to rest your arm on the air tube otherwise it will restrict the flow of air to the cuff Apply the arm cuff so t...

Page 17: ...asurement process has been completed Note Do not inflate the cuff if it is not wrapped around your arm 2 Inflation stops automatically and measurement is started As the cuff slowly deflates decreasing numbers appear on the display and the Heartbeat Symbol flashes at every heartbeat In rare circumstances a higher inflation may be necessary In these cases the monitor automatically reinflates the cuf...

Page 18: ...get to turn the monitor off it will automatically shut itself off after five minutes Important Wait 2 3 minutes before taking another blood pressure measurement Waiting between readings allows the arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood pressure measurement If you move during measurement the movement error symbol may appear Repeat the measurement and remain still until the me...

Page 19: ...rtbeats cause the measurement to be invalid no result is shown If the irregular heartbeat symbol is shown after you have taken a measurement repeat the measurement If the irregular heartbeat symbol is shown frequently please let your doctor be aware of it Instructions for special conditions If your systolic pressure is known to be more than 220 mmHg press and hold the START STOP button until the m...

Page 20: ...tbeat Typical symptoms are skipped heartbeats premature contraction an abnormally rapid tachycardia or slow bradycardia pulse This can be caused by heart disease aging physical predisposition stress lack of sleep fatigue etc Arrhythmia can only be diagnosed by a doctor through a special examination Whether the appearance of the irregular heartbeat symbol in the results indicates arrhythmia or not ...

Page 21: ...ee readings To ensure that the measurement results are recorded correctly make sure that the date and time are set correctly before taking a measurement When 90 sets of readings are stored in memory the oldest set will be deleted to store a new set The date and time of stored readings will be alternately displayed To View the Average Value Press the MEMORY button The average values based on the th...

Page 22: ...vious measurement values Keep the button pressed down to cycle rapidly through the previous values To Delete All the Values Stored in Memory Caution You cannot delete the stored readings partially all the reading in the monitor will be deleted To delete stored readings press the MEMORY button and the START STOP button simultaneously all the readings will be deleted START STOP STOP Correct Usage 21...

Page 23: ...ment Cuff over inflated This icon indicates irregular or weak pulses are detected but the result can be considered reliable Remove the arm cuff Wait 2 3 minutes and then take another measurement Repeat the steps listed under How to Take a Measurement on p 16 If this error continues to appear consult your doctor Batteries have run down Replace all four AA batteries with new ones ...

Page 24: ...eries Cannot measure or readings are too high Is the cuff wrapped firmly around the arm Attach the arm cuff correctly The blood pressure is different each time The reading is extremely low or high Blood pressure readings constantly vary with time of measurement and nervous condition Take deep breaths to relax before taking a measurement ...

Page 25: ...irect sunlight Do not fold the cuff or tubing tightly Do not inflate the monitor over 299 mmHg Do not disassemble the monitor Do not subject the monitor to strong shocks or vibrations for example dropping the monitor on the floor Do not use volatile liquids to clean the monitor THE MONITOR SHOULD BE CLEANED WITH A SOFT DRY CLOTH Do not wash the arm cuff or immerse it in water Care and Maintenance ...

Page 26: ...pacitance type pressure sensor Power Source 4 AA batteries Battery Life Approx 300 uses when used once a day for 2 minutes Operating Temperature Humidity 10ºC to 40ºC 30 to 85 RH Storage Temperature Humidity 20ºC to 60ºC 10 to 95 RH Main Unit Weight Approximately 355 g not including Arm Cuff and Batteries Main Unit Dimensions Approx 155 mm l x 84 mm w x 131 mm h Cuff Size Approximately 140 mm w x ...

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