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HEM-422CRLC
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL INFLATION
BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
Model HEM-422CRLC
With Large Adult Cuff
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction …………………………………………………………… 3 Important Safety Notes ……………………………………………… 4 Know Your Unit ……………………………………………………… 5 Quick Reference Guide ……………………………………………… 6 Battery Installation/Replacement …………………………………… 7 Care and Maintenance ……………………………………………… 8 How To Apply The Arm Cuff …………………………………… 9-10 How To Take A Measurement ………………………………… 11-12 How To Use The Memory Function ………………………………… 13 Error Indicators ……………………………………………………… 14 FCC Statement ……………………………………………………… 15 War
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Omron HEM-422CRLC Manual Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor. Fill-in for future reference DATE PURCHASED: ______________ SERIAL NUMBER: ________________ Staple your purchase receipt here. The monitor features an easy-to-squeeze inflation bulb that allows you to quickly inflate the cuff. The measurement reading is clearly displayed on a large digital panel. The Omron HEM-422CRLC digital blood pressure monitor uses the oscillometric method of blood pr
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always be followed including the precautions listed below: Read all information in the instruction book and any other literature included in the box before using the unit. Contact your physician for specific information about your blood pressure. Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider. Operate the unit only as intended. Do not use for any other purpose. The unit is intended for use
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KNOW YOUR UNIT Systolic Blood Pressure Display MEMORY Button Diastolic Blood Pressure / ON/OFF Button Pulse rate Display HEM-422CRLC Large Arm Cuff Air Release Button Air Tube Air Inflation Bulb Cuff Marker Air Release Valve Air Tube Air Tube (Connects to (Connects to the air plug) the air plug) Air Plug Air Plug 5
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1. Avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement. 2. Put your left arm through the cuff loop. The bottom of the cuff should be about 1/2 inch above the elbow. The cuff tab should lie over the brachial artery on the inside of the arm. 3. Pull the cuff so that it is tightened evenly around your arm. Insert one finger under cuff to check fit. Press the sewn hook material firmly against the pile side of the cuff. Make sure that you
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BATTERY INSTALLATION / REPLACEMENT 1. Slide the battery cover off in the direction of the arrow. 2. Install 4 “AA” size batteries so + (positive) and – (negative) polarities match the polarities of the battery compartment as indicated. 3. Replace the battery cover. NOTE: If the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display, replace all four batteries. Long-life alkaline batteries are recommended. 7
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE To keep your digital blood pressure monitor in the best condition and protect the unit from damage follow the directions listed below: Clean the monitor with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any abrasive or volatile cleaners. Do not attempt to clean the cuff. Never immerse the monitor or any components in water. Store the monitor in a safe and dry location. Do not fold the cuff and tubing tightly. Do not subject the monitor to extreme hot or cold temperatures, humidity and dir
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HOW TO APPLY THE ARM CUFF Pile Material 1. If the cuff is assembled correctly, the sewn Sewn Hook hook material will be on the outside Material of the cuff loop and the metal D-ring will not touch your skin. 2. 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. D-Ring Smooth Cloth 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) 3. Put your left arm through the cuff loop. The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1/
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HOW TO APPLY THE ARM CUFF 4. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened evenly around your arm. 5. When the cuff is positioned correctly, press the sewn hook material FIRMLY against the pile side of the cuff. 6. Make certain the cuff fits snugly around your arm. The cuff should make good contact with your skin. 7. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. 8. Relax your arm and turn y
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HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT Please read “How To Apply The Arm Cuff” before taking a reading. 1. Press the ON/OFF Button. a) All display symbols appear for about one second. Initial This is the initial LCD Test. LCD Test b) The display symbols disappear and the Deflation Indication Symbol ( ) starts to flash. Deflation Indication c) When the monitor completes the necessary preparations before measurement, the Heart Symbol ( ) appears next to a zero. Wait for the Heart Ready Symbol (
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HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT 3. Remain still. The cuff will begin to deflate automatically. 4. As the cuff deflates, decreasing numbers appear on the display. The Heart Symbol ( ) flashes at every heartbeat. Indicated Value Drops Measuring 5. When measurement is complete, the Heart Symbol ( ) stops flashing and your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed alternately. 6. When the Deflation Indication Symbol ( ) appears on the display, push the Blood Pressure Air Release Button
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HOW TO USE THE MEMORY FUNCTION This monitor has a memory capable of storing fourteen (14) sets of readings. Every time you complete the measurement, the monitor automatically stores blood pressure and pulse rate. • Press the ON/OFF Button. • Press the MEMORY Button to recall stored readings while the Heart Symbol ( ) is displayed. • When fourteen (14) sets of readings are stored in memory, the oldest set will be deleted to store a new set. • To delete stored readings, press the MEMORY But
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ERROR INDICATORS Error Symbol Correction Cause Cuff under-inflated. Wait 2-3 minutes and take another measurement. Repeat steps listed under “How To Take A Measurement”. Inflate the cuff Movement during 40 mmHg higher Measurement than the previous No pulse or blood pressure inflation value. reading due to very weak artery pulse. Press Air Release Button Residual air pressure in cuff. for 4-5 seconds to release air pressure in cuff. Cuff over-inflated (more Carefully read and repeat than 30
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FCC STATEMENT NOTE: POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION INTERFERENCE (for U.S.A. only) This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. The product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
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WARRANTY INFORMATION Limited Warranties Your HEM-422CRLC Manual Blood Pressure Monitor, excluding the monitor cuff, is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within 1 year, when used in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor. The monitor cuff is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within one year, when the monitor is used in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor. The above warranties
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WARRANTY INFORMATION Limited Warranties (Outside of the USA and Canada) Your HEM-422CRLC Manual Blood Pressure Monitor, excluding the monitor cuff, is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within 1 year, when used in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor. The monitor cuff is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within one year, when the monitor is used in accordance with the instructions provided with th
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SPECIFICATIONS Model: HEM-422CRLC Display: LCD Digital Display Measurement Range: Pressure: 0 to 280 mmHg Pulse: 40-180/min. Accuracy/Calibration: Pressure: ±3mmHg or 2% of reading Pulse: ±5% of reading Inflation: Manual by inflation bulb Deflation: Automatic pressure release valve Rapid Air Release: Push button valve Pressure Detection: Capacitive pressure sensor Measurement Method: Oscillometric method Pulse Wave Detection: Capacitive pressure sensor Power Source: 4 "AA" batteries (not includ
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Manufactured by: OMRON HEALTHCARE, INC. 300 Lakeview Parkway Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061 www.omronhealthcare.com Made in China Copyright © 2003 Omron Healthcare, Inc. 422CRLCINST Rev A
