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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
with Arm Cuff
Model HEM-711AC
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 1 CONTENTS Before Using the Monitor Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Important Safety Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Before Taking a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Operating Instructions Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Unit Display . . . . . .
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 2 INTRODUCTION ® Thank you for purchasing the Omron HEM-711AC IntelliSense Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor. Fill in for future reference. DATE PURCHASED: __________________ SERIAL NUMBER: ____________________ Staple your purchase receipt here Your new digital blood pressure monitor uses the oscillometric method of blood pressure measurement. This means the monitor detects your bloods movement through your brachial artery and converts the movements into
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 3 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 o
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 4 BEFORE TAKING A MEASUREMENT To ensure a reliable reading follow these recommendations: 1. Avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for 30 minutes before taking a measurement. Rest for at least 15 minutes before taking the measurement. 2. Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during stressful times. 3. Measurements should be taken in a quiet place. 4. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your left arm. 5. Sit in a chair with your feet fl
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 5 KNOW YOUR UNIT Main Unit: Display Battery Compartment START/STOP Button MEMORY Button Air Jack Date/Time Setting Button AC Adapter Jack Components: Air Tube Arm Cuff Air Plug Storage Case (Connects to Air Jack) AC Adapter 5
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 6 UNIT DISPLAY Systolic Blood Pressure Diastolic Blood Pressure Memory Symbol Heartbeat Symbol Pulse Display Average Value Symbol Deflation Symbol Movement Error Symbol Date/Time Display Battery Low Symbol Irregular Heartbeat Symbol IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT SYMBOL IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT SYMBOL When the monitor detects an irregular rhythm two or more times during the measurement, the Irregular Heartbeat Symbol ( ) will appear on the display with the measu
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 7 BATTERY INSTALLATION 1. Press the t indicator on the battery cover and slide the cover off in the direction of the arrow. 2. Install 4 “AA” size batteries so the + (positive) and - (negative) polarities match the polarities of the battery compartment as indicated. 3. Replace the battery cover. BATTERY REPLACEMENT Low Battery Indicator When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display screen remove all the batteries. Replace with four new batteri
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 8 USING THE AC ADAPTER Use only the authorized Omron AC Adapter, Model Number HEM-ADPT1, with this monitor. Use of any other adapter may cause damage to the monitor and will void the user warranty. To connect the AC Adapter 2 1 ¨ Insert the AC Adapter Plug into the AC Adapter Jack on the back side of the monitor as illustrated. ≠ Plug the AC Adapter into a 120V AC outlet (60 cycles). To disconnect the AC Adapter remove the AC Adapter from the electrical
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 9 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME The Blood Pressure Monitor automatically stores up to 60 measurement values with the date and time. The monitor also calculates an average reading based on the last three measurement values. Set the monitor to the current date and time before taking a measurement for the first time. If the current date and time is not set, a default date and time will display. 1. TO START THE SETTING STOP Press the Date/Time Setting button t
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 10 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME 3. SETTING THE MONTH Press the MEMORY button to advance by increments of one month. Press the Date/Time Setting button to set the current month. STOP The day flashes on the display. 4. SETTING THE DAY Press the MEMORY button to advance by increments of one day. Press the Date/Time Setting button to set STOP the current day. The hour flashes on the display. 5. SETTING THE HOUR The time is set using AM or PM. Press the MEM
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 11 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME 6. SETTING THE MINUTE Press the MEMORY button to advance by increments of one minute. Press the Date/Time Setting button to set the current minute. STOP The year flashes on the display. 7. Press the START/STOP button to turn the display off. 11
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 12 APPLYING THE ARM CUFF 1. Make sure the air plug is securely inserted in the main unit. 2. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your upper arm. 3. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Place your arm on a table so the cuff is level with your heart. 12
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 13 APPLYING THE ARM CUFF 4. Apply the cuff to your left upper arm so the blue arrow is centered on the inside of your arm and aligned with your middle finger. The air tube runs down the inside of your arm. The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1/2" above your elbow. 1/2 inch (1 - 2 cm) Marker Air Tube 5. Wrap the cuff firmly in place around your arm using the closure strip. 13
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 14 APPLYING THE ARM CUFF APPLYING THE CUFF ON THE RIGHT ARM When taking a measurement using the right arm use this instruction for Step 5. Apply the cuff to your right upper arm so the blue arrow and the air tube runs along the inside of your elbow. The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1/2'' above your elbow. NOTE: Be careful not to rest your arm on the air tube. This will restrict the flow of air to the cuff 14
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:34 AM Page 15 TAKING A MEASUREMENT The monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level. In rare circumstances when a higher inflation may be necessary, the monitor automatically re-inflates the cuff up to 30 mmHg higher than the initial inflation and restarts the measurement. 1. Press the START/STOP button. All display symbols appear on the screen. The cuff starts to inflate automatically. As the cuff begins to inflate, the monitor automatically deter
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:35 AM Page 16 TAKING A MEASUREMENT You3blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed. 3. When the measurement is complete, the arm cuff completely deflates. Your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed. START 4. Press the START/STOP button to STOP turn the monitor off. NOTE: The monitor will automatically turn off after five minutes. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL CONDITIONS If your systolic pressure is known to be START STOP more than 220 mmHg, press and hold the S
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:35 AM Page 17 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Every time you complete a measurement the monitor stores the blood pressure and pulse rate in the memory. The blood pressure monitor automatically stores up to 60 measurement values. When 60 sets of measurement values are stored in the memory, the oldest record is deleted to save the most recent measurement values. The monitor also calculates an average reading based on the values of the three most recent measurements taken.
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:35 AM Page 18 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION TO DISPLAY THE MEASUREMENT VALUES The date and time is alternately displayed with the measurement values. 1. Press the MEMORY button to display the most recent measurement values on the screen. Press the MEMORY button repeatedly to display the oldest measurement values. STOP Alternating display NOTES: • Press the button repeatedly to display the next values. • Press and hold the button to display the values faster. 2. Press
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HEM-711-IM-US-6097 6/7/05 11:35 AM Page 19 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: Keep the monitor in the storage case when not in use. Make sure the AC Adapter is placed under the main unit so that is does not damage the display. Do not forcefully bend the arm cuff or air tube. Do not fold tightly. Clean the monitor with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any abrasive or volatile
