Braun EXACTFIT 1 User manual

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Braun ExactFit™1
BUA5000
Upper arm blood pressure monitor

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Product description
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1LCD display
2Power (start/stop) button
3Hose port
4Battery compartment
5Connector
6Arm cu
7Air hose
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Indications for Use
This device is a digital blood pressure monitor intended for measuring
the blood pressure and pulse rate of adults.The device detects the
appearance of irregular heartbeats during measurement and gives a
warning signal with the measurement result, if detected.
The Braun ExactFit 1 Upper arm blood pressure monitor has been
developed for accurate and comfortable blood pressure measurements.
The measuring accuracy was tested at the time of manufacture and was
proven by clinical research in accordance with the ESH IP-2002 and ANSI /
AAMI SP-10-2002.
What you should know about blood pressure
Blood pressure constantly changes throughout the day. It rises sharply in
the early morning and declines during the late morning. Blood pressure
rises again in the afternoon and finally drops to a low level at night. Also,
it may vary in a short period of time.Therefore, readings from successive
measurements can fluctuate.
This device will display your blood pressure reading referring to two
values: systolic and diastolic.The systolic blood pressure (the upper
number) indicates how much pressure your blood is exerting against
your artery walls when the heart beats.The diastolic blood pressure (the
lower number) indicates how much pressure your blood is exerting
against your artery walls while the heart is resting between beats.The
pulse value is also displayed after each measurement.
Blood pressure measured in a doctor’s office only provides a momentary
value. Repeated measurements at home better reflect one’s actual blood
pressure values under everyday conditions.
Moreover, many people have a different blood pressure when they
measure at home, because they tend to be more relaxed than when in
the doctor’s office. Regular blood pressure measurements taken at home
can provide your doctor with valuable information on your normal blood
pressure values under actual «everyday» conditions.
The AHA (American Heart Association) have set up the following
standard blood pressure values when measured with a resting pulse at
home:
Blood pressure
(mmHg) Normal Elevated
High Blood
Pressure
Stage 1
High Blood
Pressure
Stage 2
Hypertensive
Crisis
SYS = systole
(upper value) Less than 120 120-129 130-139 140-180 higher than
180
and and or or and/or
DIA = diastole
(lower value) Less than 80 Less than 80 80-89 90-120 higher than
120
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If you are under medical treatment or taking any medication, please
consult your doctor first. DO NOT adjust medication based on
measurement results from this blood pressure monitor. Take medication
as prescribed by your doctor. Only a doctor is qualified to diagnose and
treat high blood pressure. S
Safety information and important precautions
To ensure accurate measuring results, read the complete instructions for
use carefully. People suffering from renal diseases, cardiac arrhythmia,
vascular constriction, arteriosclerosis in the extremities, diabetes or users
of cardiac pacemakers should consult their doctor before measuring
their blood pressure themselves. Deviations in blood pressure values
may occur in such cases. If your blood pressure reading is in the
hypertensive crisis range with a systolic blood pressure value higher than
180 mmHg and / or a diastolic blood pressure value higher than 120
mmHg and you find you have one or two readings in this range - please
see your doctor immediately.
The use of this blood pressure monitor is not intended as a
substitute for a consultation with your doctor.
Avoid compression or restriction of the connection tubing. Continuous
cuff pressure due to the connection tubing kinking can affect blood flow
and cause possible injury to the user.
DO NOT use this device on the arm of the same side of the body on
which the user had a mastectomy.
Measuring blood pressure too frequently can cause injury to the user due
to blood flow interference.
DO NOT apply the cuff to a limb on which there is intravascular access or
on which an arterio-venous (A-V) shunt is present.This can cause
temporary interference of blood flow and potential injury to the user.
DO NOT apply the cuff over a wound as this can cause further injury.
DO NOT use the device while simultaneously using other medical
electrical (ME) equipment.
DO NOT use this device on neonatal and infant subjects, pregnant,
including pre-eclamptic, subjects, or persons who cannot express their
intentions.
Inserting batteries
•Use alkaline batteries, type AA 1.5V
as supplied with this product.
•Remove the battery compartment cover
and insert four batteries with correct
polarity (see symbol in the battery
compartment).
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Batteries should not be disposed of in the household waste, but
at appropriate collection sites or at your retailer.
Key rules for accurate blood pressure measurement
ALWAYS take readings at the same time of day, under the same
conditions.
DO NOT take a measurement within 30 minutes of smoking, drinking
coffee or tea or any form of exertion.These factors will influence the
measurement.
ALWAYS measure on the same arm. The left arm is recommended. DO
NOT move or speak. Keep your legs uncrossed and feet flat on the floor.
Place the cuff in direct contact with the skin. DO NOT wrap the cuff over a
jacket, sweater or shirt.
If you want to take multiple measurements, wait approximately
3 minutes before repeating a measurement.
Applying the arm cuff
1. Plug the air hose into the connector (Fig. 1).
2. The cuff is located correctly when the velcro is on the outside of the
cuff and the metal ring does not touch the skin (Fig. 2).
3. Put your arm through the cuff loop.The bottom of the cuff should be
approximately 0.8"–1.2" above elbow (Fig. 3).The tube should lie over
the brachial artery on the inside of the arm (Fig. 4).
Adult cuff
8.6–16.5 in
Artery mark
Main arteries
Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6
Pile side material
Velcro
Smooth
cloth Metal ring
0.8"–1.2"
Left arm
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4. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened around
your arm.
5. When the cuff is positioned properly, press theVelcro firmly against
the pile side of the cuff.
6. This cuff is suitable for use if the arrow heads fall within the stripe
pattern on the other side of the cuff when the cuff is tightened
around your arm (Fig. 5).
7. Sit on a chair and place your arm on the table so that the cuff is at the
same level as your heart (Fig. 6).
Taking a measurement
8. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor.
9. Wrap the cuff snugly around your arm
(see“Applying the arm cuff”section above,
Fig. 3-6).
10. Do not move the unit during measurement,
or the proper measurement will not be
achieved.
11. Press power button to begin.The measurement starts
automatically.While measurement is in progress, do not move or
speak.
Note: If necessary to interrupt a measurement, press the power
button at any time.The device immediately cancels the
measurement, lowers cuff pressure and automatically turns off.
12. The cuff will first inflate and then deflate. At the end of the
measurement there are 2 final beep sounds and the reading is
displayed:
Upper (systolic) value
Lower (diastolic) value
Pulse
13. Press the power button to turn the product off. Otherwise the
product will turn off automatically after 1 minute.
14. Test results will be saved into the memory automatically ( see
memory function below).
This device is not intended as a substitute for regular check-ups by your
doctor, please continue to visit your doctor on a regular basis for a
professional reading.
Memory function
Your ExactFit™ 1 Upper arm blood pressure monitor will automatically
store the latest measurement. Storing is done automatically after the
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To recall the reading, press and hold the power button for at least
4 seconds while the unit is switched off.When all the display elements
are shown, release the power button and the screen will show the last
reading with an symbol.
Battery charge indicator
Batteries almost discharged
When the batteries are approximately 75%
used, a battery warning appears.This icon
blinks 3 times first when the device is turned
on, then goes to measuring mode.The
monitor will continue to measure reliably, but
new batteries should be obtained.
Batteries discharged—replacements required
When the batteries are fully discharged,
the battery symbol will flash empty along
with 3 short beep sounds as soon as the
device is switched on.You cannot take any
further measurement and must replace
the batteries. Refer to the section called
“Inserting batteries”.
Storage and cleaning
•ALWAYS keep the unit in the carrying case after its use.
•DO NOT put the item directly under the sunlight, in high temperature
or humid and dusty places.
•DO NOT store in extremely low (less than -4°F (-20°C)) or high (more
than 131°F (55°C)) temperature.
•Use a piece of cloth with water or mild cleansing agent to clean the
case and then use a piece of dry cloth to wipe it dry. Use a piece of dry
cloth to wipe the cuff when it is dirty.
•NEVER use abrasive cleaning agents, thinners, or benzene for
cleaning, and NEVER immerse the unit in water or other
cleaning liquids.
•When the unit is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries.
(Batteries may leak or cause harm).
•DO NOT modify the device. NEVER open the device!This will void the
manufacturer’s warranty.
•DO NOT use this device close to strong electromagnetic fields such as
mobile telephones or radio installations. Maintain a minimum
distance of 3.3m from such devices when using this unit.
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Calibration
This product has been calibrated at the time of manufacture. If used
according to the instructions for use, periodic recalibration is not
required. If at any time you question the measuring accuracy, please
contact our service representative (see last page for contact information).
What to do if ...
Error Description Potential cause and remedy
Batteries are low Get ready to replace batteries soon with
new ones.
Batteries are fully
discharged Insert new batteries or check that batteries are correctly inserted.
«Err 1» Signal too weak The pulse signals on the cuff are too
weak. Re-position the cuff and repeat
the measurement.
«Err 2» Error signal During the measurement, error signals
were detected by the cuff, caused for
instance by movement or muscle
tension. Repeat the measurement,
keeping the arm still.
«Err 3» No pressure in the
cuff An adequate pressure cannot be generated in the cuff. A leak may have
occurred. Check that the cuff is correctly
connected and is not too loose. Replace
the batteries if necessary. Repeat the
measurement.
«Err 5» Abnormal result The measuring signals are inaccurate
and no result can therefore be
displayed. Read through the checklist
for performing reliable measurements
and then repeat the measurement.
«HI» Pulse or cuff
pressure
too high
The pressure in the cuff is too high (over
300 mmHg) OR the pulse is too high
(over 200 beats per minute). Relax for
5 minutes and repeat the measurement.
«Lo» Pulse too low The pulse is too low (less than 40 beats
per minute). Repeat the measurement.
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The BUA5000 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the BUA5000 should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
The BUA5000 equipment is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the BUA5000 should ensure that it is used in such an environment.