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Rev.10 2008/11/28
HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 1 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM
Solar Charging
Manual Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor
Model HEM-SOLAR
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Instruction Manual
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Gebrauchsanweisung
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Manual de instrucciones
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РУКОВОДСТВО ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ RU
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IM-HEM-4500-SOLE-01-03/09
5322504-1A
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 2 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM Contents Contents Before using the unit Introduction..................................................................................3 Important Safety Information......................................................4 1. Overview..................................................................................7 2. Preparation............................................................................11 2.1 Connecting/Replac
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 3 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM Introduction Before using the unit Introduction Thank you for purchasing the OMRON HEM-SOLAR Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor. The OMRON HEM-SOLAR is a manual inflation blood pressure monitor, operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your blood pressure and pulse rate simply and quickly. The OMRON HEM-SOLAR also recharges the battery using Solar Power. Allowing for use in various situations and locations. Pleas
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 4 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM Important Safety Information Important Safety Information Consult your doctor during pregnancy, arrhythmia and arteriosclerosis. Please read this section carefully before using the unit. Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. (General Usage) Always consult your doctor. Self-diagnosis of measurement results and self-treatment are dangerous. Peopl
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 5 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM Important Safety Information (Battery Usage for AAA batteries only) If battery fluid should get on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water. Use only two AAA size batteries with this unit. Do not use other types of batteries. Do not insert the batteries with their polarities incorrectly aligned. Replace old batteries with new ones immediately. Replace both AAA batteries at the same ti
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 6 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM Important Safety Information Read and follow the Important information regarding Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) in the Technical Data Section. Read and follow the Correct Disposal of This Product in the Technical Data Section when disposing of the device and any used accessories or optional parts. 6
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 7 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 1.Overview 1. Overview Main unit A J B I C D H G F E A. Display I. Battery compartment B. I/O button (Power switch) J. Solar panel C. Air connector cap for cuff D. Air connector for cuff E. Air connector for inflation bulb F. Air connector cap for inflation bulb G. AC Adapter jack H. AC Adapter jack cap EN 7
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 8 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 1.Overview Arm Cuff K L M K. Arm cuff (Medium cuff: arm circumference 22-32 cm) L. Air Tube M. Air Plug Inflation Bulb N O P Q N. Air Release Button O. Air Tube P. Air Inflation Bulb Q. Air Plug 8
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 9 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 1.Overview Display R S T W X U Y V R. Systolic blood pressure W. Heartbeat symbol 1. Flashes during measurement S. Diastolic blood pressure 2. If flashing after measurement T. Deflation symbol completed, indicates blood U. Reinflation symbol pressure out of recommended range* V. Rechargeable battery indicator X. Pulse display Y. Battery low symbol * Note: If your systolic or diastolic pressure is outside the standard range
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 10 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 1.Overview Package contents (others) AA Z AB Z. Storage case Instruction manual AA. AC adapter Guarantee card AB. Rechargeable battery Blood pressure pass 10
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 11 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 2.Preparation 2. Preparation 2.1 Connecting/Replacing/Charging the Batteries To make use of the Charging function, first insert the Rechargeable battery, attach the AC adapter, then charge up the battery. Connecting the Rechargeable Battery 1. Turn the main unit upside down. 2. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing the ribbed part of the cover. 3. Connect the Rechargeable battery to the main
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 12 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 2.Preparation 4. Put the battery cover back in place. Slide the battery cover as indicated, until it clicks into place. 5. Insert the AC adapter plug into the AC adapter jack, then plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. 6. After the battery is fully charged, remove the AC adapter plug from the monitor and close the AC adapter jack cap. Notes: The orange LED is lit while the battery is being charged by the AC
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 13 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 2.Preparation Rechargeable battery Life & Charging The Rechargeable battery life can be confirmed in the bottom left corner of the display. Full power Half remaining Remaining power is low. Charge the Rechargeable battery ahead of time. The Rechargeable battery is empty. The unit turns off after 30 seconds. Recharge the rechargeable battery or insert two AAA size batteries instead. Notes: Charge the Rechargeable batter
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 14 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 2.Preparation How to Charge the Battery When the Rechargeable battery indicator shows remaining power is low ( ) on the display, charge the battery. 1. Open the window and face the Solar panel to the sunlight near the window. 2. The orange LED is lit while the battery is being charged by solar power. Caution: When charging the battery, disconnect the air tubes of the arm cuff and the inflation bulb, make sure to close
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 15 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 2.Preparation Charging time and the Capacity of the Rechargeable battery To charge the battery the following conditions are needed. 4 hours continuous To fully charge Weather Lux charge with a southern the battery exposure more than 35 hours 40 measurements 80000lux continuous charge Clear 90 hours 50000lux 20 measurements continuous charge Fair 600 hours 20000lux 5 measurements continuous charge Cloudy Note: The capacity
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 16 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 2.Preparation Installing/Replacing the AAA size Batteries 1. Turn the main unit upside down. 2. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing the ribbed part of the cover. 3. Install or replace two AAA size batteries so that the + (positive) and - (negative) polarities match the polarities indicated on the battery compartment. 4. Put the battery cover back in place. Slide the battery cover as
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 17 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 3.Using the Unit Operating instructions 3. Using the Unit 3.1 How to Sit Correctly When Taking a Measurement Correct posture during measurement is necessary to get accurate results. Notes: Measurements should be taken in a quiet place and you should be in a relaxed, seated position. Make sure that the room is not too hot or too cold. Avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, or exercising for at least 30 minutes before t
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 18 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 3.Using the Unit Incorrect Posture Arched back (leaning forwards) Sitting cross-legged Sitting on a sofa or at a low table so that you tend to lean forward These situations could lead to higher blood pressure values due to strain or the arm cuff being lower than the heart. If the arm cuff is at a lower position than your heart use cushions etc., to adjust the height of your arm. 18
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 19 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 3.Using the Unit 3.2 Applying the Arm Cuff Notes: Be sure to wrap the arm cuff correctly so that you get accurate results. Measurements can be taken in light clothing. However, please remove thick clothes, such as sweaters, before taking a reading. You can take a measurement on either your left or right arm. The blood pressure can differ between the right arm and the left arm and therefore also the measured blood pre
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HEM-4500-SOLE_main.book Page 20 Tuesday, February 3, 2009 1:30 PM 3.Using the Unit 2. Put your left arm through the cuff loop. Note: If the cuff is not assembled, pass the end of the cuff furthest from the tubing through the metal D-ring to form a loop. The smooth cloth should be on the inside of the cuff loop. 3. Position the arm correctly. 1) The air tube should run down the inside of your forearm and be in line with your middle finger. 2) The bottom of the cuff should be approxi
