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Plug in the cuff connecting tube into the left
side of the unit (see fig. 1).

Unwrap the arm cuff, leaving the “Index“ end
of the cuff through the D-ring of the cuff
(see fig. 2).

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fig. 2

making a blood pressure measurement  7  

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7.1  attaching the arm cuff

Содержание MEDICARE 60

Страница 1: ...closing date april 2002 by ibp innovative business promotion gmbh Germany MEDICARE 60 Instruction manual Semi automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor ...

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Страница 3: ...n accurate readings 7 4 the unit accessories identification of the unit accessories included 8 5 display symbols 9 6 befoe using the device battery installation battery replacement 10 7 making a blood pressure measurement 7 1 attaching the arm cuff 11 13 7 2 the right measuring position 13 7 3 the measuring method 14 16 7 4 switching off automatically 16 8 the memory function 17 9 an error is disp...

Страница 4: ...it is determined for household use and should be used by adult persons only important notes Please read this Instruction Manual carefully to know your blood pressure monitor Then the monitor will give you many years of smooth service and supply measuring data of high accuracy Only your physician can interpret your blood pressure values If you suffer from cardiac arrhythmia always discuss the blood...

Страница 5: ...42 EEC of 14th June 1993 on Medical Products ibp hereby confirms that the product delivered together with this Instruction Manual complies with this Directive The appropriate conformity declaration is available with ibp To ensure accurate measurements the Blood Pressure Monitor must receive a technical check up every 2 years Inspection is also required when the blood pressure data supplied by the ...

Страница 6: ...ds to pump the blood through the circulatory system and supply the vital organs of our body The higher the pressure the harder the heart must work 3 1 blood pressure values Typical normal blood pressure as recommended by the German League for the Control of High Blood Pressure systolic blood pressure diastolic blood pressure hypotension less than 105 mmHg less than 60 mmHg normalless less than 140...

Страница 7: ... high spirits if a few readings are good The blood pressure changes during the day as during the month It is also influenced by the time of year and the temperature Monitor your blood pressure regularly and keep a full record of all readings This allows you to make a competent judgement about blood pressure 3 blood pressure changes during a day test person M male 35 years old 6 a m 12 a m 18 p m 0...

Страница 8: ... or you want to avoid high blood pressure your lifestyle should generally be conducive to this goal Existing diseases Strictly follow the instructions of your doctor to treat existing diseases e g diabetes gout disturbed lipid metabolism etc Nutrition Reduce overweight Use little salt with your food avoid food with lots of fat Smoking drinking No smoking Consume only little alcohol and coffee Spor...

Страница 9: ...what you should take care of Here are a few helpful tips to obtain accurate readings Wait one hour before measuring the blood pressure after a substantial meal Do not smoke or drink alcohol before measuring the blood pressure You should not do physical work one hour before taking a reading It is important that you relax Try to take 15 minutes rest before the reading Do not take measurements if you...

Страница 10: ...on of the unit accessories included are instruction manual with warranty and batteries Arm cuff LCD display 4 AA size 1 5 V alkaline batteries Battery compart ment cover ON OFF key Memory key Air tube and connector Pressure release valve Rubber bulb ...

Страница 11: ...s with wrong input or device defect pulse sign The pulse sign appears when the pulse rate is displayed battery sign When this sign appears the batteries should be replaced memory symbol Appears when measurement value is stored or is recalled from memory deflate symbol inflate symbol These symbols are displayed when the arm cuff is inflated deflated ...

Страница 12: ... in Replace the batteries when the low battery icon appears on the LCD display or when the LCD display is blank after the ON OFF START key was pushed 6 before using the device to open the battery cover push it in the arrowed direction As the supplied batteries are for test only they may be discharged earlier than batteries you buy in the store Replace the batteries all of them the same time Batter...

Страница 13: ...cuff connecting tube into the left side of the unit see fig 1 Unwrap the arm cuff leaving the Index end of the cuff through the D ring of the cuff see fig 2 fig 1 fig 2 making a blood pressure measurement 7 a b 7 1 attaching the arm cuff ...

Страница 14: ...nner side of the elbow joint If the Index line falls within the OK range indicated at the edge of the cuff this cuff is suitable for your use see fig 4 If the Index line falls out of the OK range you may need a special cuff for measurement If the cuff is not pulled tight you get wrong measure values Place your arm on the table with the palm facing upward The cuff must be at the same level as your ...

Страница 15: ... your elbow on the table or other suitable support and hold the cuff so that the cuff is at the same level as the heart Record the values and show them to your physician for assessment 7 2 the right measuring position Sit in a comfortable position The room should be at an agreeable temperature Wait at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement If you cannot place the cuff around your left arm and...

Страница 16: ...g the ON OFF key When the ON OFF key is pressed all digits will light up see fig 6 This is a check of the display functions which is complete after about 2 seconds If the deflate symbol blinks air is still in the arm cuff Press the deflate valve fig 8 until figure 0 is displayed fig 6 fig 7 a b 7 3 the measuring method fig 8 ...

Страница 17: ...ssure should be approximately 50 60 mmHg above your normal systolic pressure If the pressure in the arm cuff is insufficient the inflate symbol is displayed and you must pump more air c notes While measuring do not move the cuff or your arm or hand muscles As the unit detects pulse the LCD will show the pulse rate During the measuring the displayed value will decrease If you want to interrupt the ...

Страница 18: ...art rate and the heart rate symbol fig 11 The memory symbol means that the measuring values are saved automatically Up to 60 measurements can be stored in the memory The blinking deflate symbol indicates that the arm cuff still contains air Press the deflate valve until the symbol disappears and the arm cuff is deflated 7 4 switching off automatically Measurement is now completed Press the ON OFF ...

Страница 19: ...asurements can be saved in the memory automatically The values blood pressure and pulse rate can be saved in the memory of the unit e g measurement 38 To read memory values press the Memory key The memory values will be shown on the LCD together with the number of measurements stored The last measurement will be shown first Every new press of the Memory key calls one prior value pair a b note ...

Страница 20: ...ystolic pressure The displayed values are extremely Do not move while low or extremely high the measuring continues Did you talk or move during Don t talk the measuring The batteries are empty Replace the empty batteries by new size AA 1 5V batteries The display remains blank Insert batteries Batteries are not inserted Check the battery position or inserted wrongly or replace batteries or batterie...

Страница 21: ... unit Remove the batteries when the unit is not used for a long time Do not press the Start key when the cuff is not placed around the arm The unit is determined for household use and should be used by adult persons only You should not use any tool to open the device nor should you attempt to adjust anything inside the device If you have any problems please contact the ibp Service Centre or please...

Страница 22: ...p Automatic pressure build up by pump Pressure release Automatic pressure release by valve system Deflation Automatic deflation valve Power source 4 x 1 5 V high capacity or alkaline batteries size AA Memory 60 measuring values Working temperature 10 C to 40 C Storage 5 C to 60 C Humidity 85 RH maximum Armcuff For arm circumference between 22 32 cm standard Dimension measuring unit appr 140 x 115 ...

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