Avita BPM19 User manual

Wrist Type Blood Pressure Monitor
BPM19
EN
RoHS REACH
MDSS GmbH
Schiffgraben 41
30175 Hannover Germany
AViTA Corporation
9F., No. 78, Sec. 1, Kwang Fu Rd.,
San Chung Dist., New Taipei City 24158, Taiwan.
China, AViTA(WUJIANG)
Importer
Distributor

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read this instruction manual carefully before operating this unit
Contents
Intended Use....................................................................................................................... 1
Important Information Before Use ........................................................................... 5
Product Identification ..................................................................................................... 8
Description of LCD Display........................................................................................... 9
Battery Installation .........................................................................................................11
Setting the Date and Time..........................................................................................13
Applying Your Cuff .........................................................................................................14
Measurement of Pulse Rate and Blood Pressure .............................................16
Hypertension Indicator ................................................................................................18
Irregular Heartbeat Detector.....................................................................................20
Memory Function ...........................................................................................................22
Error Codes........................................................................................................................24
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................26

Cleaning and Disinfecting...........................................................................................29
Technical Specification .................................................................................................30
EMC Tables.........................................................................................................................32
Explanation of Symbols................................................................................................36

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Intended Use
The product automatically measures human begins Systolic, Diastolic
blood pressure and pulse rate by oscillometric method. The
measurement results are displayed on the LCD. Measurement position
is at human being's arm. The intended use of this over-the-counter
device is for adults with arm circumference ranging from 125 mm to
210 mm (Approx. 4.9 ~ 8.3 inches) and for home use. When the device
detects the appearance of irregular heartbeats during measurement, an
indicated symbol will appear with measuring readings.
This device is designed only for adults.
Contra-indications
Do not use in this case. (e.g. common arrhythmias such as atrial or
ventricular premature beats or atrial fibrillation, arterial sclerosis, poor
perfusion, diabetes, age, pregnancy, pre-eclampsia, renal diseases,
patient motion, trembling, shivering, handicapped)

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CAUTION:
•Beware of blood flow interference and resulting harmful injury to the
patient caused by continuous cuff pressure.
•Pressurization of the cuff can temporarily cause loss of function of
monitoring ME equipment simultaneously being used on the same
limb.
•Reading can be affected by the measurement site, the position of the
patient, exercise, or patient's physiologic condition.
•Automated sphygmomanometer can be affected by extremes of
temperature, humidity and altitude.
•Frequent measurements can cause injury to the patient due to blood
flow interference.
•Check that operation of the automated sphygmomanometer does
not result in prolonged impairment of patient blood circulation.
•Retake the measurement if unexpected readings are obtained

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•Ensure that the cuff is not placed on an arm in which the arteries or
veins are undergoing medical treatment, e.g., intravascular access or
therapy, or an arteriovenous (AV) shunt.
•This product is suitable for use in the home healthcare environment.
•Keep this device out of the reach of children. Strangulation may result
from baby or child entanglement in cables.
•Please keep this device away from pets, pests, and children.
•Preventing potential allergic reaction, please avoid the device in
direct contact to patient's wound.
•Do not use with pregnant or pre-eclamptic patients
•Do not use the cuff on people who have undergone a mastectomy.
•Do not apply the cuff over a wound, as this can cause further injury.
•Do not use this device other than the intended purposes.
•Do not use in these cases (e.g. Device for use in an ambulance,
helicopter or professional environment)

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•Cuff pressure 0 –300 mmHg
•Reduction rate: ≦30S Refer to IEC 80601-2-30
•No modification of this equipment is allowed.

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Important Information Before Use
1. Blood pressure measurements should only be interpreted by a
physician or a trained health care professional who is familiar with
your medical history. Through regular use of this device and
recording of your measurements, you can keep your physician
informed of the changes in your blood pressure.
2. Perform your measurement in a quiet place. You should be seated
in a relaxed position.
3. Avoid smoking, eating, taking medication, alcohol consumption or
physical activity 30 minutes prior to taking a reading. If you are
exhibiting 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 measurement to achieve an

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accurate reading. Remain still; do not talk during the measurement.
7. Record your daily blood pressure and pulse readings on a chart.
8. Take your readings at the same time, each day or as recommended
by your physician to get an accurate indication of change in your
true blood pressure.
9. Wait a minimum of 15 minutes between readings to allow for the
blood vessels to return to normal. The wait time may vary
depending on your individual physiological characteristics.
10. Although such cases are rare, for those with an extremely weak
pulse or irregular pulse, errors may result which prevent proper
measurement. If abnormal variations are noticed, consult with your
physician or trained healthcare professional.
11. This device is intended for adult use. While taking a measurement,
you can stop the inflation or deflation process of the cuff at any
time by pressing the POWER button.
12. If any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the device
should be reported to the manufacturer and the competent

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authority of the Member State in which the user is established.
For Customer Service, It is recommended that the accuracy should be
checked by manufacture every 2 years. To obtain the service please
contact AViTA Corp. for the address of the repair location. Enclose the
Proof of Purchase. Include $10.00 USD for the return shipping and
handling. Include a letter, with your name, address, phone number, and
description of the specific problem. Pack the product carefully to
prevent damage in transit. Because of possible loss in transit, we
recommend insuring the product with return receipt requested. If in
need of assistance of setting up, using, maintaining or to report
unexpected operation/events please contact manufacturer or local
representative for further information and assistance. Avoid the sensor
degrading; it is needed calibrate the device every 2 year.

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Product Identification

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Description of LCD Display
Memory sets
Memory Symbol
Average Measurement Symbol
Low Battery Symbol
Inflation Symbol
Deflation Symbol
Date

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Time
Digital Display
Pulse Rate
Heartbeat Symbol
Hypertension Indicator
Irregular Heart Beat Symbol

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Battery Installation
Low battery warning:
It is necessary to replace the batteries when the Low Battery symbol
appears on the display, or when the display does not turn on after the
POWER button is pressed.
Replacing the Battery:
-Open the battery cover on the bottom of the monitor.
-Insert or replace 2 x 1.5 V AAA batteries into the battery
compartment, ensuring to match the indicated polarity symbols.
Always use new batteries.
-Close the battery cover.
Battery-operated
-Always use NEW batteries; never mix old and new batteries.
-Do not use rechargeable batteries; rechargeable batteries can vary

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greatly in quality and strength. Use of rechargeable batteries may
affect the performance of this device.
-Please properly dispose of the batteries away from small children
and heat.
-It is recommended to remove the batteries if the unit will not be
used for an extended period of time.
-Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local
environmental and institutional policies.
-Remove the battery during extended storage.

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Setting the Date and Time
It is recommended to set the date and time for the unit every time
batteries are initially installed or replaced.
(1) When the unit is off (a blank display screen) or after replacing
batteries, press and release the “Date and Time” button; the
“Year” will begin to flash on the display.
(2) Press the“MEMORY”button to advance the display to the
desired “Year”, press“POWER” button to confirm
the“Year”.
(3) Next, the “Month” will blink. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set the
“Month” and “Day”, then “hour”, then “Minute”.
(4) After setting the minute, the unit will automatically exit out or
press power button the date/time setting mode and briefly show
the word OFF before shutting down.

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Applying Your Cuff
It is important to avoid smoking, eating, taking medication, alcohol
consumption or physical activity 30 minutes prior to taking a reading. If
for any reason you are unable to or should not use your left wrist,
please modify the instructions for cuff application to your right wrist.
Your physician can help you identify which wrist is best for you to take
measurements from.
-Remove any constrictive clothing or jewelry that
may interfere with cuff placement.
-Be seated at a table or desk with your feet flat on the
floor.
-Hold your wrist in front of you at heart level with
your palm facing upward.
-Apply the preformed cuff to your wrist so that the
digital display face is positioned on the inside area

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of your wrist facing you.
-Adjust the cuff approx. 1 cm from the edge of
the head of the ulna bone.
-The cuff should fit comfortably, yet snugly
around your wrist.
-Blood pressure naturally varies from one wrist
to the other; therefore, measure your blood
pressure on the same wrist to ensure
comparability of the two readings.

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Measurement of Pulse Rate and Blood Pressure
Please read the preceding portions of this manual prior to taking your
first reading.
(1) Rest your elbow on a solid surface with
your palm facing upward. Elevate your
wrist so that the cuff is at the same level
as your heart. Relax your left hand.
(2) Press the POWER button. This will turn
the power on.
(3) After the self-test, the values for the last
reading will appear on the display. The blood pressure monitor
start to measure. Do not move or speak while the measurement
is in progress.
(4) The cuff will automatically begin to inflate, with the display
showing the increasing pressure in the cuff. As the pressure
increases, an arrow pointing up will appear on the display.

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(5) When the inflation has reached optimum level, the display will
begin to show the decreasing pressure; the screen will display
an arrow pointing down while you feel the pressure of the cuff
decrease.
(6) To detect the heartbeat, the heartbeat symbol will appear and
continuous flashes on the LCD display.
(7) Your blood pressure measurement and pulse will display
simultaneously on the screen.
(8) The Hypertension Indicator will indicate your reading range on
the display separately.
(9) The reading will automatically be stored in memory.
(10) Select POWER to turn the unit off and conserve energy and
battery life. The unit will automatically shut-off approximately 2
minutes.