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Operating the device
Operating the device
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• The measurement is carried out during inflation. The symbol flash-
es in the display (Figure 3). In addition, beeps denote the pulse.
• A long beep denotes the end of measurement.
• Inflation stops as soon as the measured values are determined; the
cuff is then automatically deflated.
• The determined systole, diastole and pulse
values are shown in the display (Figure 4).
• When the measurement is finished, you will be given another oppor-
tunity to change the memory to which the measured value is to be
saved. To do this, press the Memory button of the user for whom the
measured value is to be saved.
• The device switches itself off after approximately 3 minutes. You can
also switch the device off before this by pressing the Start/Stop but-
ton.
If the cuff is tight enough, the symbol
appears in the display (see Figure 3).
If the symbol is not displayed by the time the
pulse signal starts, the cuff is too loose. In this
case, you should repeat the measurement af-
ter you have applied the cuff correctly (see page 41).
• Shortly after the inflation procedure begins, a
check is carried out to ensure that the cuff has
been applied tightly enough. A cuff that has
been applied too loosely can result in inaccu-
rate readings.
Figure 3
Figure 4
11. Classification of the measured values (WHO)
The device categorises the blood pressure read-
ings according to the 1999 guidelines of the World
Health Organisation (WHO). You can determine the
classification after each measurement using the
triangle in the display and the colour fields next to
the display.
Classification
Systolic pressure
= top value
mmHg
Diastolic pressure
= bottom value
mmHg
Stage 3 hypertension
≥ 180
≥ 110
Stage 2 hypertension
160-179
100-109
Stage 1 hypertension
140-159
90-99
High-normal
130-139
85-89
Normal
120-129
80-84
Optimal
< 120
< 80
Depending on age, weight and general health, the blood pressure values
can be different. Only a doctor can determine the right blood pressure
range for you and assess whether your blood pressure has reached a dan-
gerous level for you. Discuss your blood pressure values with your doctor.
Never change the dose of medicines prescribed by your doctor!
The WHO classification is stored along with the measured values and both
can be recalled from the memory.
Figure 2
The pulse pressure – not to be confused with the pulse beat – provides an
indication of the elasticity of the blood vessels. A stiff system of vessels
can have a negative effect on the cardiovascular system.
12. Pulse pressure control
