Omron R8IT, Instruction Manual

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Maintenance and storage
• For cleaning the monitor only use a soft, lightly moistened cloth.
• Do not use petroleum spirits, thinners or similar solvents!
• Stains on the cuff can be carefully removed using a moist cloth and soapy water.
• Do not wash the cuff or make it wet. Please make sure no water will enter the
main unit!
• Keep your monitor in the storage case protected from extreme tempera tures and
humidity.
• Do not carry out repairs of any kind yourself. If a defect occurs consult your OMRON dealer
or distributor.
• Please take the batteries out if the monitor is not used for a long period (app. 2
months or more).
• Electro Magnetic fields can influence the measurement. Do not use a protable phone
near the unit.
Disposal of this product and used batteries should be carried out in
accordance with the national regulations for the disposal of
electronic products.
Hypertension guide
The World Health Organization (WHO)
and the International Society of
Hypertension (ISH) established the
Blood Pressure Classification. Use
this Classification as the
guide to know the state of your blood
pressure. However, if you are concerned
with your blood pressure, be sure
to follow the instructions of your doctor.
• There is no universally accepted
definition of hypotension. Generally
speaking, those with the
systolic pressure below 100 mmHg are
considered to be hypotension.
(mmHg)
According to the blood pressure classification by the WHO/ISH* (revised in 1999)
* International Society of Hypertension
(mmHg)
80 85 90 100 110
120
130
140
160
180
Systolic blood pressure
Diastolic
blood
pressure
Optimal blood
pressure
(target value)
Normal blood pressure
Normal systolic value
Mild hypertension
Moderate hypertension
Severe hypertension
• This classification is made based on the
blood pressure values measured at
upper arm by sitting on the chair in the
hospital regardless of the age.