Accurate home blood pressure measurements with the
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1. WatchBP home A be f mucrolife 2 FA ci N T q La K f f gt gt s vt T Accurate home blood pressure measurements with the WatchBP Home Instruction Manual microlife Microlife WatchBP Home is the world s first digital blood pressure measurement device that strictly follows European Society of Hypertension ESH and American Heart Association AHA recommendations for home blood pressure measurement Using the WatchBP Home device helps you collect accurate home blood pressure measurement your doctor can trust This WatchBP Home device has been clinically validated according to the ESH protocol O Brien E Asmar R Beilin L Imai Y et al European Society of Hypertension recommendations for conventional ambulatory and home blood pressure measurement European Society of Hypertension Working Group on Blood Pressure Monitoring J Hypertens 2003 21 821 848 Stergiou GS et al A tool for reliable self home blood pressure monitoring designed according to the European Society of Hypertension recommendations The Microlife WatchBP Home monitor Blood press Monit 2007 12 127 131 3 Stergiou GS Giovas PP Gkinos CP Patouras JD Validation of the Microlife WatchBP Home device for self home blood pressure measurement according to The International Protocol Blood Press Monit 2007 12 3 185 188 microlife Table of Contents Before using WatchBP Home for the first ti2. 1 Hour Before 11 microlife Step 3 Remove all clothing covering or constricting the measurement arm Apply the cuff Make sure the lower edge of the cuff is 2 3cm from the inner fold of your arm The tube connecting the cuff to the device should be placed on the inside of the arm Additional visual instruction can be found on the cuff WatchBP home Step 4 Sit down and relax for at least five minutes prior to the measurement oF O Relax 5 mins Eight steps for taking proper blood pressure cont Step 5 Sit upright and lean comfortably against the chair s backrest Press the start button The device will initiate a 60 second countdown During the measurement do not move cross your legs or tense your arm muscles Breath normally and do not talk WatchBP home Step 6 One measurement cycle includes two measurements Once the first measurement is complete continue to relax as you wait for the second measurement The second measurement will start after 60 seconds During this time avoid movement 13 microlife Step 7 Once the two readings are complete measurement data are automatically stored for future reference by your doctor If an error displays after the readings please repeat the first six steps once again SYS mmHg DIA mmHg Pulse Automatically stored WatchBP home Step 8 When seven days of measurements have been collected the Doctor Symbol will fla
3. Technical specifications Operating temp Storage temp Weight Dimensions Measuring procedure Method Measurement range Cuff pressure display 10 40 C 50 104 F 20 50 C 4 122 F e15 90 relative maximum humidity 385 g including batteries e 150x 100 x 50mm e Oscillometric corresponding to Korotkoff e Phase systolic Phase V diastolic e 30 280 mmHg blood pressure e 40 200 beats per minute pulse e Range 0 299 mmHg e Resolution 1 mmHg e Static accuracy pressure within 3 mmHg e Pulse accuracy 5 of the readout value Voltage source e 4x 1 5 V Batteries size AA e Mains adapter DC 6V 600 mA optional Reference to e EU Directives 93 42 EEC standards e NIBP requirements EN 1060 1 3 4 ANSI AAMI SP10 IEC 60601 1 IEC60601 1 2 System e 550MHz CPU 256MB Memory requirements e 1024x768 pixel resolution e 256 color CD ROM drive e 1 free USB port e 40MB free hard disk space e Microsoft Windows 2000 XP Vista Microlife reserves the right to alter technical specfications without prior written notice 29 microlife
4. if this or any other problem a d occurs repeatedly If you think the results are unusual please read through the information in this instruction manual carefully ut Error Description Potential cause and remedy Er1 Signal too The pulse signals on the cuff weak are too weak Re position the cuff and repeat the measurement Er 2 Errorsignal During the measurement error signals were detected by the cuff caused for instance by movement or muscle tension Repeat the measurement keeping your arm still 25 microlife WatchBP home Er 3 Nopressure An adequate pressure HI Pulse or cuff The pressure in the cuff in the cuff cannot be generated in pressure too is too high over 300 the cuff Aleak may have high mmHg OR the pulse is occurred Replace the too high over 200 beats batteries if necessary per minute Relax for 5 Repeat the measurement minutes and repeat the measurement Er 5 Abnormal The measuring signals are result inaccurate and no result LO Pulse too The pulse is too low less can therefore be displayed low than 40 beats per minute Read through the checklist Repeat the measurement for performing reliable measurements and then repeat the measurement Important facts about blood pressure and home measurements e Blood pressure is the pressure of the blood flowingin e There are many causes of exces
5. by incorrect application Protect the device from extreme heat and cold A Ensure that children do not use the device unsupervised some parts are small enough to be swallowed those produced by mobile phones Only activate the pump when the cuff is installed T ae Never open device Do not use the device if you think it is damaged or if X eit Avoid proximity to electromagnetic fields such as 2 anything appears unusual Read the further safety instructions in the individual sections of the instruction manual Do not connect the device to a computer until prompted to do so by the computer software Protect device from impact and drops 23 microlife WatchBP home Device care Cuff care Clean the device with a soft dry cloth DO NOT wash the cuff DO NOT iron the cuff cover Ya Do not wash the cuff A Donotironthe cuff Accuracy test Disposal We recommend the WatchBP Home device to be Batteries and electronic instruments must be tested for accuracy every 2 years or after mechanical As disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable impact e g being dropped Please contact Microlife to regulations and not as domestic waste arrange for an accuracy test Error messages If an error occurs during measurement the measurement is interrupted and an error message Er is displayed a ep D mm A ah iS USUAL DIAG HECHE d e Please consult your doctor e
6. measurements cont Deleting measurements Before deleting data be sure to ask your doctor if the measurement data are still required Only delete the stored Data from DIAG and USUAL can be deleted measurements when you are sure that you no longer need independent of each other ihedata ft ft DIAG USUAL y e 17 microlife 1 Use the Mode switch to first select the type of measurements you wish to delete f 7 i ome 1 UM 2 Press the M Button and hold it until the delete symbol flashes Press and hold for 7 seconds WatchBP home 3 Release the M Button and press it once more while the delete symbol flashes Deletion is confirmed by the beep sound Only measurements in the selected mode will be deleted Measurement data in the other mode must be deleted independently Pressing the M Button to delete data will erase all measurement data in the selected mode Viewing deleting and transferring measurements cont Transferring measurements Installation of the software program 1 Put the CD in the CD ROM drive of your computer Alternatively click on setup exe in the CD s directory 2 Follow the instructions provided in the installation window on the computer screen 3 When installation is finished be sure to restart the computer before you work with the program J WatchBPhome N WatchBP Analyzer Home Version 1 0 0 7 System Requirements 550MHz CPU 25
7. 6MB Memory 1024x768 pixel resolution 256 color CD ROM drive 1 free USB port 40MB o mire free hard disk space Microsoft Windows 2000 XP Vista Transferring data to the computer 1 Start the software program and connect the device to the computer using the cable supplied 2 A successful connection is displayed by Connected on the computer screen 3 Enter name identity number if required and date of birth to create a new record 19 microlife WatchBP home Software commands Refer to the software user manual for detailed information and instructions Transfer DIAG mode data Click Download Corresponding value You can remove the check mark and the corresponding value will not be used to calculate the average Store data Click Save the file name is formed automatically from the patient s identity number and the suffix Dmode xls View the data Click Patient Files Store the USUAL mode data Click Download Usual Mode Data the file name is formed automatically from the patient s identity number and the suffix Umode xls Print the data sheet Click Print Delete the memories Click Clear Memory Close the program Click Exit Stored your data before using Clear Memory or Exit Batteries and power adaptor Battery indicator Replacing low batteries When the batteries have pow
8. een 04 00 12 00 of 7 working days bring the device to your doctor for and evening measurements between 18 00 24 00 evaluation of your home blood pressure ZN Outside these times ta LS When measurements DIS 7 9 measurements OS isu E have been carried out E TT A cannot betaken and O TP AZII forthe full7 days the la l the symbol on the left x la l doctor symbol will ral He ka displayed on A He flash on the screen ca An 7 the screen aA 5 80 e BD 9 microlife WatchBP home USUAL Mode 250 measurements safely stored The USUAL mode should be selected when The WatchBP Home device can store up to 250 single blood pressure is to be measured independent of measurements in USUAL mode recommended guidelines In USUAL mode single When memory is full each new measurement will measurements can be taken at any time and results are automatically overwrite the earliest measurement automatically stored for later evaluation by your doctor o f ETD 250 Measurements Eight steps for taking proper blood pressure Step 1 Step 2 Avoid taking measurements directly after eating Prepare a chair and table for the measurement The drinking or smoking Allow at least one hour between chair should have a vertical back rest and the table these activities and measurement of your blood pressure should allow for your upper arm to rest at the same height as your heart l4 a N amp ANo InIT
9. er supply left the When the batteries need to be replaced the Battery Symbol will flash each time the device is Battery Symbol will flash each time the device is switched on switched on 1 Open the battery compartment at the back of USUAL wo PA the device DIAG 5 a Vu 2 Replace the batteries ensure correct polarity as T i Li shown by the symbols in the compartment x E a Use 4 new long life 1 5V size AA batteries 223 bt E Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry 4 al Remove batteries if the device will not be used for a wl ors prolonged period 21 microlife Using a power adaptor The WatchBP Home device can also be operated using a Microlife power adaptor DC 6V 600mA Only use Microlife branded power adaptors 1 Plug the adaptor cable into the Power Plug in the WatchBP Home device 2 Plug the adaptor plug into the wall socket When the power adaptor is connected no battery power is consumed WatchBP home Safety care accuracy test and disposal Safety and protection Observe the storage and operating conditions described This device may be used only for the purpose described in the Technical specifications section of this manual in this booklet The device comprises of sensetive i Protect the device from water and moisture components and must be treated with caution The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused Protect the device from direct sunlight
10. for most people L Large size 32 42 cm 12 6 16 5 inches 1 Taking measurements using WatchBP Home Prior to each measurement use the Mode Switch on DIAG Mode the side of the device to select the proper measurement The DIAG mode should be selected when blood mode The two options include DIAG Diagnostic of pressure is to be measured in accordance with USUAL Usual mode measurement guidelines of the European Society of Hypertension ESH and as requested by your doctor ESH Protocol Embedded i Q O mre 4 oU 7 microlife No measurements on non work days In DIAG mode blood pressure measurements are taking on 7 consecutive working days or normal week days No readings should be taken on non working days or particularly relaxing days in this mode J working ir days WatchBP home Two sets of measurements per day ESH guidelines recommend to take two measurements in the morning between 06 00 09 00 and two measurements in the evening between 18 00 21 00 Always take measurements before taking your medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor SOE X1 06 00 09 00 J X1 18 00 21 00 Taking measurements using WatchBP Home cont Extended measurement period Evaluation WatchBP Home has an extended measurement period and After measurements have been carried out for a total allows morning measurements betw
11. me Product description Activating the device aiscvecintencietscnse lt erceaseessustaesneaxented Selecting the correct CUFF ceeeeseseeteeeeeeeneeees Taking measurements using WatchBP Home DIAG TAG OC anann ni USUAL Mode Eight steps for taking proper blood pressure measurements Blood pressure measurement procedures WatchBP home Viewing deleting and transferring measurements VIEWING measurements 2 scisacsscsavrevessenscnsadsensciedeoes 15 16 Deleting measurements ccc eccseseeeeeseetseteeeeees 17 18 Transferring Measurements cceeecesceeeeeeseeees 19 20 Appendix Batteries and power adaptor ou eeeeeeeeeeeeees 21 22 Safety care accuracy test and disposal 2324 ETON MESSIES seespacenceisteieconeentetenansvecoenntvacousspivestess 25 26 Important T AC Sj apicccesdeecncs coadaninntinciavea twsetecnatanans 27 28 TOCHIGI CaSO CCI CAT ONS ssnzssce2scescassvencasenssnasnesanerssseaaues 29 WatchBP home microlife Pulse ON OFF Button Battery Compartment USB Port Display Mode Switch Power Socket M Button Memory 3 microlife Mode Indication Doctor Symbol Relax Outside Measurement Time Battery Display Delete Memory Data Stored Value aS WatchBP home Morning Data Evening Data Date Time oC _ Systolic Value Diastolic Value Pulse Indicator Pulse Rate Number of Stored Da
12. sh on the display Do not forget to bring your WatchBP Home device with you on your next doctor visit Note the doctor symbol is only displayed for measurements in DIAG Mode Q Viewing deleting and transferring measurements Viewing measurements In DIAG Mode 1 Use the Mode switch to first select the type of measurements you wish to view i r i ons OU oom 2 Then press the M Button A is displayed when the number shown is the average of all data ri ve l7 1 When the M Button is pressed it briefly displays the total number of measurements stored e g N 20 aM 9 cu will display when the number of measurements is less than 12 xN a a N 15 microlife WatchBP home 2 Pressing the M Button again displays the average ofall In USUAL Mode morning data 1 When the M Button is pressed it briefly displays com MONTH DAY PM ean the total number of measurements stored e g N 63 followed immediately by the average of all D n nt measurements stored in memory ae Lal N nr 7 Wy aa SocrEo 27 tx al 3 Pressing M Button once again shows the average of all evening data 2 All individual readings can be viewed by repeatedly n 4 pressing the M Button Qu D Individual e All individual readings can be viewed by repeatedly pressing Reading E pa the M Button Viewing deleting and transferring
13. sively high blood the arteries generated by the pumping of the heart pressure readings Your doctor will explain them in Two data the systolic upper value and the diastolic more detail and offer treatment where appropriate lower value are always measured e Blood pressure is subject to wide fluctuations as the e The pulse rate is the number of times the heart beats day progresses and can be impacted by emotions ina minute physical exertion and other conditions e Permanently high blood pressure data can damage your health and must be treated by your doctor e Always discuss your home blood pressure measurement data with your doctor and tell him her if you have noticed anything unusual or feel unsure Never rely on single blood pressure readings 27 microlife Evaluating blood pressure data The table at right classifies blood pressure data for adults in accordance to the guidelines of the European Society of Hypertension ESH in 2007 Data in mmHg The higher value is the one that determines the evaluation Example a readout value between 150 85 or 120 98 mmHg indicates Grade 1 Hypertension WatchBP home Category Systolic Diastolic Optimal lt 120 lt 80 Normal 120 129 80 84 High normal 130 139 85 89 Grade 1 Hypertension 140 159 90 99 Grade 2 Hypertension 160 179 100 109 Grade 3 Hypertension gt 180 gt 110 Isolated Systolic gt 140 lt 90 Hypertension
14. ta Before using WatchBP Home for the first time Activating the Device Pull out the protective strip from the battery compartment Press ON OFF Button to confirm Press M Button to make selection BEEPS Seo oes D D 2 Set the month Use the M Button to set the Month Press the ON OFF Button to confirm Sasal 9 0 1 Set the year Upon removing the protective strip or 3 Set the day Press the M Button to set the Day installing new batteries the Year number flashes in Press the ON OFF Button to confirm the display Use the M Button to select the Year Press the ON OFF Button to confirm your selection D cae D D 5 microlife 4 Set the time Once you have set the Hour and Minutes and pressed the ON OFF Button the date and time are set and the current time is displayed D D cpi a ZAIN oo cu l m mT b ble _ Pam onl Cy ot A i T AORE b e 5 If you want to change the date and time briefly take out and put back one battery from the battery compartment The Year number will flash Complete the process as described above WatchBP home Selecting the correct cuff The WatchBP Home device is available with different cuff sizes If you believe the cuff size provided with your device is incorrect please consult your doctor please use only Microlife cuffs M Medium size 22 32cm 8 7 12 6 inches Mis the correct size
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