MABIS/Duro-Med Semi-Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor User's Manual
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1. range A different sized cuff is needed if the Index mark is outside of the OK range 9 Taking Your Blood Pressure Reading Proceed only after reading the previous sections of this manual Remember Remain still do not talk during the measurement 1 Rest your elbow on a solid surface with your palm facing upward Elevate your arm so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart Fig 1 Your wrist should be level with your collar bone Relax your left hand 2 Press the POWER button The unit will run a self test Fig 2 Jar 3 If a downward arrow flash ae di J POWER es there is air remaining in the X oud cuff Release the air by pressing the Air Release Valve until 0 gg vng appears on the display Fig 3 Fig 2 4 Using your right hand squeeze and release the inflation bulb at a steady pace The inflation pressure must be 50 60 mmHg above your normal systolic pressure If the pressure in the cuff is insufficient an upward i arrow will flash Continue to steadily inflate the cuff to the Fig 3 proper level P 5 Upon achieving the proper inflation level release the pressure on the bulb 6 The pressure in the cuff will automatically begin to decrease The display will represent the deflation Fig 4 7 Upon completion your blood pressure systolic and diastolic measurement will display Fig 5 with the downward arrow flashing 82. Press the Air Release Valve until the cuff pressure is released e ow and the downward arrow disappears Fig 6 Fig 4 au a5 9 Your reading will be automatically stored in memory 10 To conserve energy press the POWER button to turn the power off Otherwise the unit will automatically shut of after approxi mately 1 minute 11 Disconnect the cuff tubing from the monitor prior to storing 10 Recalling Measurements in Memory You can recall up to 60 measurements in memory to share with your physician or trained healthcare professional 1 Press the MEMORY button The last stored measurement will display 2 Continue to press MEMORY to view the next previously stored measurement Note The memory bank can store up to 60 readings When the number of readings exceeds 60 the oldest data will be replaced with the new record All stored measurements will be erased by removing any one of the batteries for approx imately 2 minutes 11 Description of Display Symbols Display Systolic Pressure Diastolic Pressure Icons Appears when measurement value is stored in memory or is recalled from memory Appears when batteries should be replaced Shows the pulse rate per minute Occurs when a mistake was made during measurement aR BEAN cn Pulse Rate a Lt th Appears when manual cuff deflation is No of Memory needed Sequence Appears when manual cuff in
3. Your Blood Pressure Reading 10 Recalling Measurements in Memory 11 Description of Display Symbols 12 TOUBIESHOOUNG 2522 ease as pen Rees gen ba ZY 12 Care and Maintenance 00000 13 Product Specifications gecches healed be 13 Sample Blood Pressure Log 4 14 Introduction To achieve the maximum benefit from your blood pressure monitor we recommend that you first consult with your physician or trained healthcare professional Thank you for purchasing a MABIS Digital Blood Pressure Monitor With proper care and use your monitor will provide you with many years of reliable readings The method of measurement that your Monitor uses is called the oscillometric method The monitor detects your blood s movement through the artery in your arm and converts the move ments into a digital reading The oscillometric method does not require a stethoscope making the monitor easy to use Blood pressure readings determined with this device are equivalent to measurements obtained by a trained observer using the cuff stethoscope auscultation method within the limits prescribed by the American National Standard for Electronic or Automated Sphygmomanometers Product Identification amp Caution LCD Display Memory Recall Button Cuff Tubing Arm Cuff Power Button ON OFF 4 x AA LRO6 size Inflation Bulb 1 5V Batteries Caution You can s
4. 80 Normal lt 130 lt 85 High Normal 130 139 85 89 Mild Hypertension 140 159 90 99 Borderline 140 149 90 94 Moderate Hypertension 160 179 100 109 Severe Hypertension 2180 2110 Isolated Systolic Hypertension 2140 lt 90 Borderline 140 149 lt 90 This chart is only a general guideline Contact your physician or trained healthcare professional to determine your NORMAL blood pressure Variations in Blood Pressure Blood pressure is influenced by many factors and can change from moment to moment Normally blood pressure is lowest during sleeping periods and rises during the day The graph below represents variations in blood pressure shown over a day with measurements taken every 5 minutes 180r A B D 140 The dotted line represents the sleep 120 period The rise in blood pressure at g 100 1 pm A in the graph corresponds to 3 80 a stressful occurrence and at 7 pm B a 6 in the graph a period of exercise 8 S ne be Bue ee ese sleep m 2OLLL1trtitiprirrrrrpiurripiuii 121 23 4 678910111212 345 67891011 5 PM Time AM Important Information Before Use 1 Blood pressure readings should be interpreted by a physician or trained healthcare pro fessional who is familiar with your medical history 2 Perform your measurement in a quiet place You should be seated and relaxed 3 Avoid smoking eating taking medication alcohol consumption or physical activity 30 minutes prior to taking a reading If you are ex
5. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Semi Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with Memory 04 263 001 Adult size cuff 04 263 006 Large adult size cuff Please read this instruction manual completely before operating this unit MA MABI HEALTHCARE ING Taking care of your health care needs care of your health care needs DETAILED GUIDEBOOK English French Portuguese Spanish Limited Lifetime Warranty This MABIS Blood Pressure Monitor is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects for the life of the original registered purchaser under normal use This limited warranty does not apply to use in any clinical or commercial applications If the unit fails to operate during the lifetime of the original registered purchaser return it postage prepaid along with 5 00 for return shipping and insurance to MABIS Healthcare Inc Attn Repair Department 28690 N Ballard Drive Lake Forest IL 60045 If MABIS Healthcare determines that the unit failed to operate due to a manufacturing defect the unit will be repaired or replaced at the option of MABIS Healthcare Repair or replacement of the unit is the sole remedy under this limited warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights which vary from state to state As a condition of this warranty the enclosed warranty registration card must be completed and sent to us within 10 days of the purchase date This Limited Warranty constitutes MABIS Healthcare s only responsibility and oblig
6. ation to repair and or replace materials or components We make no other express or implied war ranties arising by operation of law or otherwise or any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular use or purpose whether or not the use or purpose has been disclosed to MABIS Healthcare in specifications drawings or otherwise and whether or not MABIS Healthcare s products are specifically designed and or manufactured by MABIS Healthcare for the buyer s use or purposes except for the limited warranty stated above MABIS will not be responsible for any indirect incidental special consequential or punitive damages or other loss including but not limited to damage to or loss of other property or equipment and personal injuries whether to purchaser or others MABIS shall in no event be liable to the purchaser for any amount in excess of the cost of repair and or replacement of the unit MA Taking care of your health care needs aking care of your health care needs 28690 N Ballard Drive Lake Forest IL 60045 USA FAX 847 680 9646 www mabis net TOLL FREE CUSTOMER CARE HELPLINE 1 800 622 4714 Introduction s sisa aa ii de he lida a aa wads Gey 3 Product Identification amp Caution 0 4 General Blood Pressure Information 5 Important Information Before Use 7 Battery Installation Replacement 8 Applying Your Blood Pressure Cuff 9 Taking
7. eferred to as DIASTOLIC blood pressure This complete series of events which occurs in a single heartbeat is known as the CARDIAC CYCLE Your MABIS Monitor will automatically read your blood pressure and display both systolic and diastolic readings on the screen Your systolic will be positioned as the upper number and the diastolic reading will be the lower number systolic diastolic 5 Blood pressure is measured in millimeters mm of mercury Hg and is generally recorded with the systolic pressure 120 listed first and the diastolic pressure 80 listed second The numbers are typically separated by a slash mark as shown Both pressure readings the SYSTOLIC and DIASTOLIC are necessary for a physician to evaluate the status of a patient s blood pressure Please contact your physician for specific information regarding your own blood pressure What Influences Blood Pressure Many factors such as genetics age sex altitude physical activity anxiety muscular devel opment certain medications or even the time of day can influence blood pressure Influences such as sleep or relaxation decrease blood pressure while anxiety or exercise increase blood pressure WHO Blood Pressure Classifications Standards for assessment of high or low blood pressure have been established by the World Health Organization WHO as shown on the following chart CATEGORY SYSTOLIC DIASTOLIC mmHg mmHg Optimal lt 120 lt
8. flation is needed Troubleshooting f any abnormality occurs during use please check and correct the following Condition Correction Display is blank when power is on Check and correct the polarity of the installed batteries Reinstall or replace batteries Measurement incomplete or abnormally low or high values displayed Review and follow Applying Your Blood Pressure Cuff and Taking Your Blood Pressure Reading sections Replace the batteries EE symbol displays Did you talk or move during the measurement Review Applying Your Blood Pressure Cuff section Measurements are different from those typically measured by physician or every measurement reading is different Remember blood pressure readings are influenced by physical and mental conditions and or even the time of day Daily measurements should be interpreted by your physician 12 Care and Maintenance Disconnect the cuff tubing from the monitor prior to storing Only use a soft dry cloth to clean your blood pressure monitor Avoid using any types of liquids on the monitor or cuff Do not store the unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight dust or humidity Avoid extreme temperatures Never disassemble the monitor or cuff Dropping or subjecting your blood pressure monitor to strong shocks should be avoided NOORONM Product Specifications Name and model number Semi Au
9. g signs of stress avoid taking your meas urement until the feeling subsides Rest 15 minutes prior to taking a reading Note If for any reason you are unable to or should not use your left arm please modify the following instructions and apply the cuff to your right arm Your physician can tell you which arm is best for you to use 1 Remove any constrictive clothing or jewelry that may interfere with the cuff placement Be seated with your feet flat on the floor 2 Insert the end of the connector into the monitor Fig 1 Fig 1 3 Widen or open the cuff by pulling or rolling the bottom of the cuff towards the right Fig 2 This should open the cuff creating a cylinder Do not extend the cuff beyond the metal bar 4 Insert your arm into the cuff cylinder Position the Q mark over the main artery on the inside of your arm Fig 3 5 The bottom edge of the cuff should be positioned 1 approximately one inch ABOVE the elbow joint Fig 4 AL 6 Reaching underneath your left arm with your right hand ON pull the end of the cuff towards your body to tighten the or cuff Fig 5 Wrap and secure the cuff making sure that Fig 4 the Q mark remains as shown Fig 3 7 The cuff should fit comfortably yet snugly around your arm You should be able to insert two fingers between your arm and the cuff Note The cuff size is suitable for use when the vertical Index mark is within the horizontal OK
10. hibiting signs of stress avoid taking your measurement until the feeling subsides 4 Rest 15 minutes prior to taking a reading 5 Remove any constrictive clothing or jewelry that may interfere with the cuff placement 6 Keep the monitor stable during measurements Remain still do not talk during measurements 7 Record your daily readings on a chart 8 Take your readings at the same time each day or as recommended by your physician 9 Wait a minimum of 15 minutes between readings The wait time may vary depending on individual physiological characteristics 10 This device is intended for adult use 11 The inflation or deflation process can be stopped by pressing the POWER button Ey ae Battery Installation Replacement 1 Press down and lift the cover in the direc tion of the arrows as shown 2 Insert or replace 4 AA batteries into the compartment matching the indicated polarity symbols 3 To close match up and connect the bottom hooks of the cover then push the top end Note Replace the batteries when the Low Battery symbol appears on the display or when the display remains blank when the POWER button is pressed 4 Itis recommended to remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for an extended period of time Applying Your Blood Pressure Cuff Avoid smoking eating taking medication alcohol consumption or physical activity 30 min utes prior to taking a reading If you are exhibitin
11. tomatic Digital Blood Pressure Monitor with Memory 04 263 001 04 263 006 Display system Digital display LCD Measuring method Oscillometric Power source 4 AA batteries Measuring range Pressure 20 280 mmHg Pulse 40 180 beats minute Accuracy Pressure 3 mmHg Pulse 5 of reading Inflation Manual Inflation Deflation Automatic Pressure Release Valve Memory Built in memory enabling display of up to 60 measurements Automatic Power Off Approximately 1 minute after last button operation Operation Environment Temperature 50 F 104 F 10 C 40 C Humidity 40 85 Storage Environment Temperature 23 F 140 F 5 C 60 C Humidity 10 95 Monitor Dimensions 5 1 2 x 4 1 2 x 2 1 4 Weight 11 82 oz without batteries Arm Circumference Range Adult size fits arm circumference 8 5 8 12 5 8 22 32 cm Large adult size fits arm circumference 12 5 8 16 1 2 32 42 cm Accessories Cuff detailed guidebook four AA batteries Options sold separately Adult size cuff Large adult size cuff Specifications are subject to change without notice 91 032 263 02 02 2002 MABIS Healthcare Inc 13 Sample Blood Pressure Log Name Age Weight amp Headache m AM Tred Restless Night amp 14
12. top the inflation or deflation process anytime by pressing the POWER button Why Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home Many people experience White Coat Syndrome which is a temporary elevation of blood pressure during a visit at their physician s office Although only temporary it can cause blood pressure to rise and give a false indication of a person s true blood pressure Whether or not you experience White Coat Syndrome home blood pressure monitoring provides 1 The opportunity to supplement your physician s office measurements 2 An accurate indication of any change 3 A record to assist your physician in evaluating your health and making important decisions 4 Consistent daily measurements of your blood pressure Note Variations in your individual readings should only be interpreted by your physician or trained healthcare professional General Blood Pressure Information What is Blood Pressure Blood pressure is the pressure that is exerted by blood flowing against the walls of the blood vessels throughout your body Your heart which is the center of the circulatory system provides the force for the blood to flow or circulate When your heart contracts or beats the blood is forced through the blood vessels increasing the pressure This is the highest pressure in the cycle or what is referred to as SYSTOLIC blood pressure In between beats your heart relaxes and your blood pressure decreases This is r
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