FOR-A P50 User manual

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Owner’s Manual
Manual del Propietario
BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
Sistema de Vigilancia de Presión Arterial
P50

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Dear System Owner:
Thank you for purchasing the FORA P50 Blood Pressure
Monitoring System. This manual provides important information
which helps you to operate this system properly. Before using this
product, please read the following contents thoroughly and
carefully.
According to the clinical studies from American Diabetes Associa-
tion, elevated blood pressure often accompanies adult diabetes
patients. These studies also suggest that diabetes patients could
reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases by managing their
blood pressure. With the use of this FORA P50 Blood Pressure
Monitoring System, you can easily monitor your blood pressure by
yourself. In addition, this system can help you and your healthcare
professionals to monitor and adjust your treatment plans, and
keep your blood pressure under control.
If you have other questions regarding this product, please contact
the place of purchase.
Version 1.0 2016/04 311-3135100-005
English
P50

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ BEFORE USE
1. Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this
manual.
2. Do NOT use accessories which are not specified by the
manufacturer.
3. Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or damaged.
4. Do NOT use under any circumstances on neonates or infants.
5. This device does NOT serve as a cure for any symptoms or
diseases. The data measured are for reference only. Always
consult your doctor to have the results interpreted.
6. Keep the equipment and its flexible cord away from hot
surfaces.
7. Do NOT apply the cuff to areas other than the place directed.
8. Use of this instrument in a dry environment, especially if
synthetic materials are present (synthetic clothing, carpets
etc.) may cause damaging static discharges that may cause
erroneous results.
9. Do not use this instrument in close proximity to sources of
strong electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with
the accurate operation.
10. Proper maintenance and periodic calibration are essential
to the longevity of your device. If you are concerned about
your accuracy of measurement, please contact local
customer service for help of re-calibration after two years of
service.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU BEGIN 06
Intended Use 06
Test Principle 06
Contents of System 07
Monitor Overview 08
Screen Display 09
Speaking Function 10
SETTING THE MONITOR 11
User Number Selection 15
TESTING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 16
Before Measurement 16
Taking Measurements 19
MONITOR MEMORY 22
Reviewing Test Results 22
MAINTENANCE 24
Battery 24
Using AC Adapter 26
Caring for Your Monitor 27
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 28
Result Indicator 28
Error Messages 30
Troubleshooting 31
DETAILED INFORMATION 32
Reference Values 32
SPECIFICATIONS 33

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Intended Use
The FORA P50 Blood Pressure Monitoring System is intended to be
used to measure the systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse
rate by using a non-invasive technique in which an inflatable cuff is
wrapped on the upper arm. This system should only be used for the
testing of people who are 18 years old or older. The device is not to be
used for the diagnosis or screening of hypertension or for testing on
neonates. It is intended for use at home and in clinical settings.
This monitor has some speaking function but is not intended for use
by the visually impaired.
Test Principle
Blood pressure is measured non-invasively at the arm based on oscil-
lometric method.
This device is NOT able to take measurements in the presence of
common arrhythmia, such as arterial or ventricular premature beats or
arterial fibrillation. It may produce reading error.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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Contents of System
Your new FORA P50 system kit includes:
NOTE
If any items are missing from your kit or opened before use, please contact
local customer service or place of purchase for assistance.
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Batteries
Protective Wallet
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Monitor
Owner’s Manual
Pressure Cuff (arm type)
Quick Start User Guide /
Warranty Card
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BloodPressure Monitoring System

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Monitor Overview
Display Screen
Classication Indicator
Please see Result Indicator for
detailed information.
M Button
Enter the meter memory.
User Selection Button
Assist you with user number
selection.
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On/Off Button
Battery Compartment
DC Adapter Port
Connect to a power supply.
Pressure Cuff
Air Tube
Air Plug
Connect to Air Jack.
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Screen Display
Date/ Time
Voice volume symbol
Systolic pressure value
Indication bars
Diastolic pressure value
Units of blood pressure
User number
IHB detection symbol
Error message
Adapter symbol
Systolic pressure symbol
Special message
Low battery symbol
Diastolic pressure symbol
Memory mode symbol
Three time average
Pulse rate
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Speaking Function
FORA P50 “speaks”aloud with step-by-step instructions to guide you
through the process of using the meter. The following table tells you
when and what the monitor “speaks”.
WHEN does the monitor
say?
WHAT does the monitor say?
Using the monitor
When turning on the
monitor
Thank you for using this product.
Please relax during measurement.
When power is insufficient. Battery is dead, please replace.
When the test is completed
or reviewing the memory.
(result appears on display)
The systolic blood pressure is
(number) millimeter of mercury. The
diastolic blood pressure is (number)
millimeter of mercury. The heart rate
is (number) beats per minute.

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Before using your monitor for the first time, check and update these
settings. Make sure you complete the steps below and save the
desired settings.
► Entering the setting mode
Start with the monitor off. Press and firmly
hold until the monitor turns on.
Setting the date.
With the year flashing, press to select the correct year. Press to
set.
With the month flashing, press to select the correct month. Press
to set.
SETTING THE MONITOR
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With the day flashing, press to select the correct day. Press to
set.
Set the time.
With the hour flashing, press to select the correct hour. Press
to set.
With the minute flashing, press to select the correct minute
appears. Press to set.
Set the time format.
Press to select the desired time format --- 12h or 24h. Press to
set.
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Set the unit of measurement.
Press to select mmHg or Kpa. Press to set.
Setting the speaking volume.
There are seven (7) speaking volume options you can choose from.
Press to select the desired speaking volume. Press to set.
Volume 0 indicates that the speaking function is turned off, and will
not display “”. Volume 1 to 7 indicates speaking volume from low to
high, and “”will be displayed during testing.
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Choosing a language.
Press to select L1/L2.The default language for the monitor is L1,
which is English. Press to set.
Delete the memory.
While “dEL”and a blinking “”symbol appear on the display, if you
do not wish to delete the saved results, press to skip this step.
If you wish to delete ALL the results, press once. “”and “”
are displayed on the monitor, which indicates that all results have
been deleted.
Congratulations! You have completed all settings!
NOTE
• These parameters can ONLY be changed in the setting mode.
• If the monitor is idle for 3 minutes during the setting mode, it will turn off
automatically.
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Press to select the desired user number.
Press to confirm. The monitor will display the selected number and
then turn off automatically.
Step 1
Step 2
User Number Selection
This system stores blood pressure measurement for up to four users.
Each user’s test results are stored separately under each user number.

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TESTING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
This monitor provides you two different ways to measure your blood
pressure. Select from the operations below:
• Single measurement
Perform an individual blood pressure measurement.
• Averaging measurement
Automatically perform three (3) consecutive blood pressure
measurements and display the average result at the end.
• Avoid caffeine, tea, alcohol and tobacco for at least 30 minutes
before measurement.
• Wait for 30 minutes after exercising or bathing before measurement.
• Sit or lie down for at least 10 minutes before measurement.
• Do not measure when feeling anxious or tense.
• Take a 5-10 minute break between measurements. This break can
be longer if necessary, depending on your physical conditions.
• Keep the records for your doctor as reference.
• Blood pressure varies between each arm. Always measure your
blood pressure on the same arm.
Before Measurement

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► Fitting the Cuff Correctly
Connect the air plug of the tubing to the
air jack of the monitor.
Assemble the cuff as shown on the
right. The smooth surface should be
inside the cuff loop and the metal
D-ring should not touch your skin.
Stretch your left (right) arm in front of you
with your palm facing up. Slide and place
the cuff onto your arm with the air tube
and artery mark region (in red) toward
the lower arm.
Wrap and tighten the cuff above your elbow. The red line on the edge
of the cuff should be approximately 0.8 to 1.2 inches (2 to 3 cm)
above your elbow. Align the tube over the main arteries on the inside.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Leave a little free space between the arm and the cuff, you should be
able to fit 2 fingers between them. Clothing must not restrict the arm.
Remove all clothing covering or constricting the measurement arm.
Step 4
Sewn Hook Material
Pile Side Material
D-Ring
Main Arterles
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► Proper Measurement Position
Sit down for at least 10 minutes before measuring.
Place your elbow on a flat surface. Relax your hand with the palm
facing up.
Make sure the cuff is about the same height
as the location of your heart.
Press . Remain still and do not talk or move
during the measurement.
Measurement is in progress.
After the monitor is turned on, the cuff will begin to inflate
automatically.
Press the hook material firmly against
the pile material. The top and bottom
edges of the cuff should be tightened
evenly around your upper arm.
►The range index of cuff should
fall into this range.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
INDEX
RED LINESHOULD BE AT THE INSID
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Always apply the pressure cuff before turning on the monitor.
Taking Measurements
The heart symbol “ ” will flash when a pulse is detected during the
inflation.
After the measurement, the monitor displays the systolic pressure,
diastolic pressure and pulse rate.
Press to switch off. Or it will switch off automatically after left idle
for 3 minutes.
Press . All the LCD symbols will appear. Press to select user
“”(numbers from 1 to 4) whose test reading will be stored in
memory. Then the cuff will begin to inflate automatically.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
► Taking a Single Measurement

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NOTE
• If you press during measurement, the monitor will be turned off.
• If the pulse rate symbol is shown as “”instead of “”, this
indicates that the monitor has detected an irregular heart beat.
• If the screen shows as below instead of blood pressure values, this
indicates that the meter has detected a big movement or great vibration(s)
of the arm during the measurement and cannot produce a
value. The meter will then re-pump automatically and take
another measurement. Please remain still while taking the
measurement.
Always apply the pressure cuff before turning on the monitor.
Press and hold for seconds. The monitor will turn on and enter the
AVERAGE mode. Press to select user “”(numbers from
1 to 4) whose test reading will be stored in memory and press to
confirm. Then the cuff will begin to inflate automatically.
Step 1
► Averaging Measurement Mode