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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 1
Automatic Wrist
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION: Important Notes Regarding Your Blood Pressure Measurement . . . . .27 Important Product Notices and Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Care, Maintenance & Cleaning . . . . .29 About Blood Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Potential for Radio/Television What is Blood Pressure? Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Why Measure Your Blood Pressure? Troubleshooting . . . .
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 3 • This product is not suitable for people with arrythmias. This device may have difficulty determining the proper blood pressure for individuals with diabetes, IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICES AND poor circulation of blood, kidney prob- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS lems or for users who have suffered When using your blood pressure monitor, from a stroke. basic precautions should always be • Consult your physician before measur- followed. Please read and follow
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 5 • Use blood pressure monitor only for its ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE intended use. What is Blood Pressure? • Do not wrap the cuff around body parts Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on other than your wrist. the artery walls while blood flows through • This unit is intended for use in measur- the arteries. The pressure measured when ing the blood pressure and pulse rate of the heart contracts and sends blood out adults. Do not use this device on i
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 7 It is important that you consult with your BLOOD PRESSURE STANDARD physician regularly. Your physician will tell The World Health Organization (WHO) you your normal blood pressure range as and the National High Blood Pressure well as the point at which you will be consid- Education Program Coordinating ered at risk. For reliable monitoring and refer- Committee have developed a blood ence of blood pressure, keeping long-term pressure standard tha
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 9 display your systolic pressure, diastolic NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART pressure, and pulse readings. LCD Display Based upon your measurement results, the monitor's WHO Health Indicator will alert you Memory Recall Battery Button if your reading falls into the pre-hypertension, Cover stage 1 hypertension, or stage 2 hypertension categories as classified by the World Health Organization. See page 24 for more informa- tion on the WHO Health Indicator.
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 11 DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS Display Symbols: User 1: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 1. User 2: Appears when the monitor is Date/Time operated by User 2. Indicator Systolic Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries Pressure should be replaced. Pulse Symbol: Shows the pulse rate per minute. Memory Symbol: Shows the memory reading number Memory Average: Displays average of last 3 readings WHO Health Indicator: Compares blood pressure Dia
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 13 INSTALLING BATTERIES 5. Replace the cover 1. 5. 1. The battery cover is locat- by snapping it back ed along the left side of into place. the monitor. Place thumb and index finger on top Replace the batteries if: 2. and bottom ridges. 1. The weak battery 2. Remove battery cover symbol appears in by pressing and the display. pulling cover away 2. Nothing appears in the from the monitor. display when the power 3. Install lower battery first is s
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 15 DATE & TIME SET PROCEDURE APPLYING THE CUFF 1. To adjust the date/time, press the Set 1. Remove all watches, button . The display will show a wrist jewelry, etc. prior blinking number showing the month. to attaching the wrist 2. Change the month by pressing the monitor. Clothing button. Each press will increase the num- sleeves should be rolled Fig. A ber by one in a cycling manner. Press the up and the cuff should Set button again to confirm
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 17 4. In order to insure accu- CORRECT MEASURE- rate measurements, fas- MENT POSTURE ten the hook and loop 1. Place your elbow on a Fig. A strap securely around table so that the cuff is your wrist so there is no at the same level as extra space between the your heart as shown in Fig. C cuff and the wrist as Fig. A. shown in Fig. C. If the Note: Your heart is cuff is not wrapped tight located slightly enough, the measure- below your armpit. ment v
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 19 3. Turn you palm upwards. MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 4. Sit upright in a chair, Important Notes: Fig. C and take 5-6 deep • Position the monitor at the same level as (X) breaths. your heart during measurement to ensure accurate readings. Avoid leaning back • Blood pressure changes with every heart- while the measurement beat and is in constant fluctuation through- is being taken as out the day. shown in Fig. C. • Blood pressure measurement can be affec
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 21 1. Press the User Select Button to 3. After all symbols disappear, the display choose User 1 or User 2. will show a blinking “0”. The monitor is “Ready to Measure” and will automati- cally inflate the cuff to begin measure- ment. The cuff will then begin deflating as OR measurement continues. After the user number is selected, press the START/STOP button to confirm the chosen user. 2. With the cuff wrapped around your wrist, press the START/
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 23 4. When the measurement is completed, the WHO HEALTH INDICATOR cuff wil deflate entirely and systolic pres- The World Health Organization (WHO) sure, diastolic pressure and pulse will be and the National High Blood Pressure shown simultaneously on the LCD screen. Education Program Coordinating The measurement is then automatically Committee have developed a blood pres- stored into memory. sure standard, classifying blood pressure ranges into 4 st
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/ START STOP BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 25 RECALLING VALUES FROM MEMORY CLEARING VALUES FROM MEMORY This monitor can be used by two individuals. 1. Press the User-Select button to select Each user can store up to 60 measurements. User 1 or User 2. 1. Press the User-Select button. 2. Continue to press the “M” button 2. Choose User 1 or User 2. for approximately 5 seconds, then the data for the selected user will be erased automatically. 3. Press the “M” button to access the
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 27 IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING YOUR • Once inflation reaches 300 mmHg, BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT the unit will deflate automatically for • Take your reading in a comfortable safety reasons. environment as measurements can be • This product is not suitable for people affected by hot or cold temperatures. with arrhythmias. Take your blood pressure at normal • This device may have difficulty deter- body temperature. mining the proper blood pressure for
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 29 CARE, MAINTENANCE & CLEANING 6. Do not subject the monitor and cuff to 1. Clean the blood pressure monitor body extreme temperatures, humidity, and cuff carefully with a slightly damp, moisture, and direct sunlight. Protect soft cloth. Do not press. Do not wash from dust. cuff or use chemical cleaner on it. 7. Do not fold the cuff tightly. Never use thinner, alcohol or petrol 8. Do not disassemble the monitor or cuff. (gasoline) as cle
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 31 POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION INTERFERENCE INTERFERENCE For USA only For Canada only This product has been tested and found to comply with This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set of FCC rules. out in the interference-causing equipment standard enti- These limits are designed to provi
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS If any abnormality arises during use, please check the following points: Power Source: Two 3V DC (AAA) Alkaline batteries Measurement Oscillometric POSSIBLE Method: SYMPTOMS CORRECTION CAUSES Pressure: 40~250 millimeters Mercury Measurement (mmHg) Range: Unit does not turn Batteries have Replace them Pulse: 40~199 beats/minute on when the run down. with two new AAA Pressure: ±3 mmHg START/STOP alkaline batteries. A
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 35 FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics (Valid in USA only) product, either hand deliver or mail the unit and your dated sales receipt (as proof of purchase), HoMedics, Inc., guarantees this product free from postpaid, along with check or money order in the defects in material and workmanship for a period of amount of $5.00 payable to HoMedics, Inc. to For service or five years from the date of original purchase, e
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BPW-101IB_ENGSP.qxd 10/24/05 11:14 AM Page 37 Monitor automático de presión sanguínea para la muñeca BPW-101
