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Instruction manual Mode d’emploi
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The World Hypertension League
Gebruiksaanwijzing Istruzioni per l’uso
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Gebrauchsanweisung Instrucciones de uso
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EU representative / EU Vertreter
Représentant UE / Rappresentante UE
Representante UE / EU Vertegenwoordiger
OMRON Healthcare Europe BV
Wegalaan 57
NL-2132 JD Hoofddorp
Fully automatic blood pressure mon
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 2 M5-I Important instructions for obtaining Contents meaningful readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Your blood pressure monitor: the benefits . . . . . . . . .4 Measuring your blood pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 – 7 Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Failure, causes and rectification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Maintenance and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 3 English • Important: Blood pressure measurement is not sui- Important table in cases of serious arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). instructions for obtaining • The pulse display is not suitable for monitoring the frequency of cardiac pacemakers. meaningful • If you suffer from disorders of heart rhythm, known readings as arrythmia, you should only use this blood pres- sure monitor in consultation with your doctor. In cer- tain cases
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START PULSE /min SYS mmHg DIA mmHg - M5 I inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 4 M5-I OMRON M5-I is a compact, fully automatic blood Your blood pressure monitor. Operating on the oscillometric prin- ciple. It measures your blood pressure and pulse sim- pressure ply and quickly. It contains an intelligent monitor: system for “fuzzy” controlled inflation, known as “Intelli-sense”. This is an the benefits advanced method of oscillometric measurement. No pre-setting or re-inflation is n
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 5 English Prepare the unit Measuring your blood pressure Open the battery compartment and insert batteries. Ensure polarity (+/-) of the batteries is correct. Insert air tube to air jack (on the left side of the device). The cuff must be airless. Switching on the unit Air Jack When you press the ( ) button all the symbols on the display light up for approximately two seconds in order to check the display. Then all the symbols disappear and th
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 6 M5-I Fitting the cuff 2 – 3 cm Wrap the cuff around your bare left arm so that the green colored band (indicating the centre of the blad- der) is positioned 2 – 3 cm above your elbow joint on the inside of your arm (see picture). Important! If you push up your sleeve, ensure it does not constrict the blood flow in your arm. Close the cuff with the fabric fastener. The green area of the cuff must cover the brachial artery. The standard-sized c
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 7 English The measurement starts When the target inflation value is reached, the air is auto- matically released. The value in the display counts down- wards. As soon as the monitor detects your pulse the ( ) sym- bol begins to flash. When the monitor no longer detects your pulse whilst the cuff pressure is dropping, your systolic and diastolic blood pressures (upper and lower values) are displayed. The pressure drop symbol ( ) begins to flash
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 8 M5-I • Avoid eating and drinking (alcohol, caffeine), Hints smoking and sport before measuring your blood pressu- re, as these activities influence your blood pressure values. • Measurement must be carried out calmly and without rushing. It is recommended to check your blood pressure at least twice a day, once in the morning after getting up and once in the evening after work. • Allow an interval of at least two or three minutes bet- ween two
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 9 English Failure, causes and rectification Failure and their possible causes Rectification Incorrect measurement is indicated by E 1. A correct reading could not be obtained 1. Repeat the measurement keeping because measurement was disturbed by perfectly still. Do not move your arm and movement of the body. do not speak. 2. The cuff is not fitted correctly. 2. Check that the cuff is correctly fitted. Then repeat the measurement. 3. Your clothi
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 10 M5-I • For cleaning the monitor only use a soft, lightly moi- Maintenance and stened cloth. Do not use petroleum spirits, thinners or similar storage 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! • Keep your blood pressure monitor in the storage case to protect it from dust and moisture. • Protect your monitor against vibrations and do not leave it in a place
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 11 English This device fulfils the provisions of the EC directive Technical data 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive). This blood pressure monitor is designed according to the European standard EN1060, Non-invasive sphyg- momanometers Part 1: General requirements and Part 3: Supplementary requirements for electrome- chanical blood pressure measuring systems. Model: OMRON M5-I Display: LCD digital display Blood Pressure Pressure: 40 mm Hg to 280 m
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 12 M5-I Calibration OMRON spare The accuracy of this blood pressure monitor has been parts carefully tested and is designed for a long service life. It is generally recommended to have the monitor ins- pected every two years to ensure correct functioning and accuracy. Please consult your authorised dealer or the OMRON Customer Service at the address given on the packaging/attached literature. OMRON devices are especially designed for regular Main
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inslag opmaak drukkerij 12-09-2000 12:00 Pagina 13 English Some useful information about blood pressure What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood flowing against the walls of the arteries. Arterial blood pressure is constantly changing during the course of the heart’s cycle. The highest pressure in the cycle is called the SYSTOLIC BLOOD PRESSURE; the lowest is the DIASTOLIC BLOOD PRESSURE. Both pres- sure readings, the SYSTOLIC and DIASTOLIC, are necessary to en
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M5-I What Causes High Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is only classed as high if it doesn’t go down when you rest. Permanently raised blood pres- sure can be caused by several factors such as hardening of the arteries, smoking or drinking too much alcohol. It can also be caused by cholesterol, a type of fat, building up inside your blood vessels and making them narrower. Being under stress can add to the problem. High blood pressure is also known to run in families hence if you find you have a h
