ETEKCITY EBP-UA5 User manual

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Upper-Arm Blood
Pressure Monitor
Model: EBP-UA5
User Manual

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Table of Contents
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Package Contents
1 x Blood Pressure Monitor
1 x Arm Cuff
1 x Type-C USB Charging Cable
1 x Storage Bag
1 x User Manual
1 x Quick Start Guide
Package Contents
Specications
Safety Information
Function Diagram
Display Diagram
Getting to Know Your Blood Pressure Monitor
Information on Blood Pressure
• More Information on Blood Pressure
• Selecting a User
• Memory
• Turning the Speaker On/Off
• Changing Units
Before Measurment
Using the Blood Pressure Monitor
Display Readings
Maintenance
• Charging the Battery
• Optimizing Battery Performance
• Cleaning the Monitor
• Storage
Frequently Asked Questions
Glossary of Symbols
Warranty Information
Customer Support

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Specifications
Measurement Range Pressure: 0–290 mmHg / 0–39 kPa
Pulse: 40–199 per minute
Accuracy Pressure: ±3 mmHg / ±0.4 kPa
Pulse: ±5%
Units mmHg / kPa
Dimensions Monitor: 4.9 x 4.5 x 2.8 in / 12.6 x 11.5 x 7.1 cm
Cuff Circumference: 8.7–16.5 in / 22–42 cm
Weight 0.56 lb / 256 g (not including accessories)
Operating Environment Temperature: 41°–104°F / 5°–40°C
Relative Humidity: 15–80%
Transport and Storage
Environment
Temperature: -4°–131°F / -20°–55°C
Relative Humidity: 15–93%
Battery Type 3.7V, 800mAh Li-ion Battery
Rated Power 5V, 1A
Input Type-C USB 5V 1A
Charging Time 3–4 hours
Automatic Shutoff Approx. 60 seconds

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Safety Information
Please read and follow all instructions and safety guidelines in this manual.
• If the arm cuff causes any discomfort,
immediately press to turn off the
monitor.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Contraindication: Using this monitor on
patients undergoing dialysis therapy or on
anticoagulants, antiplatelets, or steroids
could cause internal bleeding.
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CAUTION • This monitor is intended for adult use in
homes only. Consult your doctor before
using this monitor on older children.
• The monitor is not intended to be a
diagnostic device. The results are for
reference only and cannot substitute for
a doctor’s diagnosis. Only a healthcare
professional is qualied to interpret blood
pressure measurements.
• Consult your physician before using if
you have any of the following conditions:
advanced age, common arrhythmias (such
as atrial or ventricular premature beats or
atrial brillation), arterial disease (such as

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arteriosclerosis), diabetes, poor perfusion,
pregnancy, pre-eclampsia, or renal diseases.
• Consult your physician before using on:
neonatal (newborn) patients, pregnant
patients, patients who received a
mastectomy, or patients with implanted
electronic devices.
• Consult your physician before using on a
patient undergoing intravascular therapy or
with an arterio-venous (A-V) shunt.
• Do not use the arm cuff on an arm that is
injured or undergoing medical treatment.
• Do not use the arm cuff on an arm that
currently has an intravenous drip or blood
transfusion.
• Do not use the monitor at the same time as
other medical electrical (ME) equipment.
• Do not use the monitor near HF surgical
equipment, MRI machines, CT scanners,
ammable anesthetic mixtures such as
nitrous oxide (laughing gas), or in an oxygen-
rich environment.
• Closely supervise children near the monitor.
Do not allow children to use or play with this
monitor.
• Keep out of reach of children. The monitor
contains small pieces that may be
swallowed and the air hose and charging
cable may cause strangulation.
• If you are taking medication, consult your
physician to determine the most appropriate
time to measure your blood pressure. Never
change a prescribed medication without
consulting your physician. Do not begin or
end medical treatment without asking a
physician for treatment advice. Do not take
any therapeutic measures on the basis of a
self-measurement.
• Do not drape air hose around your neck.
Safety Information (cont.)

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Safety Information (cont.)
• When measuring, avoid compressing or
restricting the air hose. Do not kink the air
hose during use. The cuff pressure may
continue to increase which can prevent
blood ow and result in harmful injury to the
patient.
• People with severe blood ow problems or
blood disorders should consult a physician
before using the monitor, as the arm cuff
ination can cause bruising.
• Do not take measurements more than
necessary. It may cause bruising due to
blood ow interference.
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury to the user or
patient, or damage to the equipment or other
property.
• Too frequent and consecutive
measurements could cause disturbances in
blood circulation and injuries.
• Do not use the monitor for any purpose
other than measuring blood pressure.
• Only use the approved arm cuff for this
monitor. Use of third-party arm cuffs may
result in incorrect measurements.
• When not in use, store the monitor with the
charging cable in a dry room and protect
it against any chemical solvent, moisture,
heat, lint, dust, and direct sunlight. Do not
store in any place that is tilted, vibrates, or
can damage the monitor. Do not store near
chemicals or corrosive gases. Never place
any heavy objects on the storage case.
• Only use, transport, and store the monitor
within the required temperature and humidity
ranges (see page 3). If the temperature
and humidity are outside these ranges, the
measurement results may be inaccurate.

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Safety Information (cont.)
• Do not hit or drop the monitor.
• Do not use the monitor in a moving vehicle,
such as a car or an airplane.
• Do not use the monitor near a mobile
phone or any other device that emits
electromagnetic elds.
• When appears, charge the battery with
the included charging cable. Do not use the
monitor while it is charging.
• Only use a Type-C USB charging cable that
meets the requirements for the monitor (see
page 3).
• This monitor is not intended to replace
regular medical checkups.
• Do not wash the cuff in a washing machine
or dishwasher.
• Do not make any repairs yourself. If you have
any questions, contact Customer Support
(see page 34).
• This device is intended for non-invasive
measuring and monitoring of arterial
blood pressure. It is not intended for use
on extremities other than the arm or for
functions other than obtaining a blood
pressure measurement.
• Dispose of accessories, detachable parts,
and ME Equipment according to local
guidelines.
• The operator shall not touch output
of batteries/adapter and the patient
simultaneously.

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Function Diagram
A. Display
B. Air Port
C. Type-C Charging Port
D. Set/User Button
E. Start/Stop Button
F. Memory Button
G. Air Plug
H. Air Hose
I. Type-C USB Charging
Cable
J. Cuff
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Display Diagram
A. Battery
B. User
C. Systolic Blood Pressure
D. Diastolic Blood Pressure
E. Irregular Heartbeat
Indicator
F. Pulse
G. Cuff Status
H. Blood Pressure Level
Indicators
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C
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Getting to Know Your
Blood Pressure Monitor Information on Blood Pressure
Blood pressure monitors use the oscillometric
method of measuring blood pressure. The monitor
can detect the blood’s movement through the
brachial artery and convert it into a digital reading.
The monitor is easy and simple to use and does not
require a stethoscope.
Your blood pressure level is determined in the
circulatory center of your brain and adjusts to a
variety of situations through feedback from the
nervous system. To adjust blood pressure, the
strength and speed of your heart (your pulse) and the
width of your circulatory blood vessels are altered.
Blood vessel width is controlled by ne muscles in
the blood vessel walls. Your level of arterial blood
pressure changes periodically during heart activity.
During “blood ejection” from the heart (systole),
pressure is highest (systolic blood pressure value /
SYS). At the end of the heart’s “rest period” (diastole),
pressure is lowest (diastolic blood pressure value /
DIA). Blood pressure values must lie within certain
normal ranges in order to prevent particular diseases.

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Optimal blood
pressure
(target value)
Normal blood pressure
High normal value
Mild hypertension
Moderate hypertension
Severe hypertension
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130 140 160 180
Diastolic blood
pressure (mmHg)
Systolic blood
pressure (mmHg)
Information on Blood Pressure (cont.)

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There are 6 blood pressure levels that can be displayed on the monitor. These represent 6 blood pressure values
as classied by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Blood Pressure Value Blood Pressure Level Indicator WHO Classication
DIA <80 & SYS <120 1 Optimal blood pressure
DIA <85 & SYS <130 2 Normal blood pressure
DIA <90 & SYS <140 3 High normal value
DIA <100 & SYS < 160 4 Mild hypertension
DIA <110 & SYS <180 5 Moderate hypertension
DIA >=110 or SYS >=180 6 Severe hypertension

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Blood pressure is very high if your diastolic pressure
is above 90 mmHg and/or your systolic blood
pressure is over 160 mmHg, while at rest. In this case,
please consult your physician immediately. Long-
term values at this level endanger your health due to
continual damage to the blood vessels in your body.
If you have blood pressure values that are too high,
(such as systolic values between 140 mmHg and
159 mmHg and/or under diastolic blood pressure
values between 90 mmHg and 99 mmHg), consult
your physician.
If you have blood pressure values that are too low,
(such as systolic values under 105 mmHg and/
or diastolic values under 60 mmHg), consult your
physician.
Even with normal blood pressure values, a regular
self-check with your blood pressure monitor is
recommended. You can detect possible changes in
your values early and react appropriately. If you are
undergoing medical treatment to control your blood
pressure, keep a record of values along with the time
of day and date. Show these values to your physician.
Caution: Never use the results of your
measurements to independently alter the drug doses
prescribed by your physician.
Note:
• If your values are mostly normal under
resting conditions but exceptionally high
under conditions of physical or psychological
stress, you may be suffering from “labile
hypertension”. Consult your physician.
• A correctly measured diastolic blood pressure
value above 120 mmHg requires immediate
medical treatment.

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More Information on Blood Pressure
Values Selecting a User
• Increased blood pressure values (various
forms of hypertension) are associated with
considerable health risks over time. Arterial
blood vessels in your body are endangered due
to constriction caused by deposits in the vessel
walls (arteriosclerosis). A decient supply of
blood to important organs (heart, brain, muscles)
can result from arteriosclerosis. Furthermore,
the heart will become structurally damaged with
increased blood pressure values.
• There are many different causes of high blood
pressure. We differentiate between the common
primary (essential) hypertension and secondary
hypertension. The latter group can be ascribed
to specic organ malfunctions. Please consult
your physician for information about the possible
origins of your own increased blood pressure
values.
• There are measures which you can take to reduce
and even prevent high blood pressure. Consult
your physician.
To switch between user 1 and 2:
• With the monitor off, press to show the
current user and press again to change users. The
user number will ash to indicate your selection.
Note: If no buttons are pushed within 3 seconds,
the monitor will turn off.

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To view saved results:
1. Select a user.
2. While the monitor is off, press to display
the average of the last 3 results. Press
again to view each result, beginning with the most
recent measurement taken.
3. Press again to view the next result.
To view saved results:
1. While the monitor is off, press and hold
until the display reads “SP OFF” or “SP ON”.
“SP OFF” means the speaker is turned off, and
“SP ON” means the speaker is turned on.
[Figure 1.1]
2. Press to switch speaker settings
between “SP ON” and “SP OFF”. [Figure 1.1]
3. Press to conrm the setting.
To delete all saved results:
1. Select a user.
2. While the monitor is off, press and hold
for more than 3 seconds. While still holding
, press .
3. Once “All/EE” appears on the display, all results
for the user have been deleted.
Results are automatically saved after each
measurement. The monitor can save up to 90 results
for each user.
Memory Turning the Speaker On/Off
Figure 1.1

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To change between mmHg and kPa:
1. While the monitor is off, press and hold
until the display reads “SP OFF” or “SP ON”.
2. Once it blinks 2 times, press again to
change it to “PA OFF” for mmHg.
3. Press to switch to “PA ON” for kPa.
[Figure 1.2]
4. Press to conrm your desired unit.
Changing Units
Figure 1.2 Figure 2.1
Before Measurement
• If the monitor is being used by multiple people,
wash hands before each measurement.
• Sit on a chair with your feet at on the oor and
your arms on the table so the cuff is level with
your heart. [Figure 2.1]

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• Remove any clothing that ts closely to your
upper arm.
• Sit for at least 5 minutes in a comfortable, secure
environment before measurement.
• Your blood pressure should be measured sitting
down. Take note if your blood pressure is taken in
a different position.
• Take measurements on both arms the rst time
you use the monitor to make sure it is calibrated
and both readings are similar.
• Take measurements on the same arm (normally
left).
• Avoid any electromagnetic interference when
taking measurements.
• Avoid exing arm muscles or trying to support
your arm, as this can increase blood pressure.
Use a cushion for support if necessary.
• If the arm artery lies considerably lower or
higher than the heart, the measurement may be
incorrect. Each 9.8–11.8 in / 25–30 cm difference
Before Measurement (cont.) in height between your heart and the cuff results
in a measurement error of 10 mmHg.
• Only use the included cuff.
• A loose or improperly tted cuff will result in
incorrect measurements.
• Do not measure blood pressure until at least 30
minutes after physical activity. Do not smoke or
drink stimulating beverages, such as coffee or
alcohol before measurement.
• Blood pressure should be measured at intervals
of no less than 3 minutes, depending on your
physical condition.
• People with arrhythmia and/or arteriosclerosis
should be measured by medical staff for a
professional diagnosis.
• Avoid pressing the cuff to your body when taking
measurements.
Caution:

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Using the Blood Pressure
Monitor
Note: Before rst use, fully charge the blood
pressure monitor (see Charging the Battery,
page 21).
Note: Your upper arm should be bare or wearing
only thin material.
1. Rest in a comfortable area for at least 5 minutes
before measuring to ensure the best results.
2. Plug the air plug into the air port. Make sure the air
plug is completely inserted to avoid air leaking.
3. Place the cuff on your upper left arm with the air
hose on the inside of your arm. The band should
not be wrapped too tightly (leave space to insert
about 2 ngers) and the lower edge of the cuff
should be about 0.8–1.2 in / 2–3 cm away from
your elbow. [Figure 3.1]
4. Select a user (see page 14).
5. Place your arms on a surface so the cuff is at the
same level as your heart. Your arms should be in a
relaxed, natural position.
6. Press to begin measuring. Relax and avoid
moving or talking while measuring. When the
measuring is nished, the results will display.
7. Wait 3 minutes before taking a second
measurement, if necessary.
0.8–1.2 in / 2–3 cm
Figure 3.1

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Using the Blood Pressure Monitor (cont.)
Note:
• Press at any time to stop measuring.
• If the cuff causes any increased discomfort,
immediately press to turn off the
monitor.
• Wait at least 3 minutes before measuring
again.
• After taking a measurement and showing
the reading, the monitor will turn off after 1
minute of inactivity.
• Only use the air plug to connect or disconnect
the arm cuff. Do not pull on the air hose to
disconnect from the air port.
• If the monitor cannot read your blood
pressure on your left arm, measure on your
right arm.

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Symbol Solution
Air may be leaking or pulse may be too weak. Reattach the cuff and
remeasure.
Blood pressure cannot be detected due to interference. Make sure you are
seated and positioned correctly before testing again.
The measurement result is not correct. Remeasure.
Ination has failed. Check the cuff and remeasure again.
Air pressure is too high. Remeasure.
Charge the monitor with the provided Type-C USB charging cable.
Remove the arm cuff and wait 2–3 minutes before taking another
measurement. If this error continues to appear, contact your physician.
Display Readings