HealthSmart 04-176-021 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TWO-PARTY
HOME BLOOD PRESSURE KIT
Item # 04-176-021 and 04-176-026
Please read this guidebook
completely before operating the unit.
English • Spanish

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Thank you for purchasing a HealthSmart Two-Party Blood Pressure Kit. With proper
care and use, your kit will provide you with many years of reliable readings.
Lay cuff on a flat surface with the metal D-ring to the left. The unit can be assembled
as outlined below:
Step 1: Fold the right end of the cuff in half and insert the end of the cuff through
the metal D-ring.
Step 2: Attach the gauge to the tubing on the left.
Step 3: Attach the inflation bulb to the tubing on the right.
Step 4: Insert the single end of the Y-tubing into the stem of the chest piece to
form a stethoscope.
Step 5: Remove the metal binaurals from the plastic bag and insert the ends
into the Y-tubing.
NOTE: The white artery patch, hook, and loop material will be on the outside
of the cuff.
The adult cuff (item 04-176-021) fits an arm circumference of 10" – 14"
(25.4 cm – 35.6 cm). The large adult cuff (item 04-176-026) fits an arm
circumference of 13" – 17" (33 cm – 43.2 cm).

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PRODUCT ASSEMBLY
1
5
4
2
3
Hook
Material
Loop
Material
Metal
Binaural
Y-tubing
Gauge
Chest piece
Inflation
Bulb
Ear tips

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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 PRESSURE. In-between
beats your heart relaxes and your blood pressure decreases. This is referred to
as DIASTOLIC PRESSURE.
How is Blood Pressure Measured?
(systolic)
(diastolic)
120 80
/
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 above.
Please contact your physician to discuss your “normal” blood pressure reading.

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GENERAL BLOOD PRESSURE INFORMATION (continued)
What Influences Blood Pressure?
Many factors such as genetics, age, sex, altitude, physical activity, anxiety, muscular
development, certain medications and 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.
Why Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home?
Home monitoring allows you to supplement measurements taken at your
physician’s office. These home readings, when taken over a period of time, can
show an accurate indication of change. Furthermore, your records can assist
your physician in evaluating your health and in making important decisions in the
diagnosis and treatment of your condition. Because of this, it is important to take
consistent, daily measurements.
IMPORTANT: Prior to use, your physician or trained healthcare provider should be
consulted to determine your “normal” blood pressure, evaluate your technique using
this unit, and to interpret your blood pressure measurements.

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HELPFUL HINTS FOR ACCURATE READINGS
••Relax at least 15 minutes before taking a reading.
••Always place the cuff directly on the skin. Remove any clothing or jewelry
that may interfere with the cuff placement.
••Make sure the cuff is snug, but not too snug. One or two fingers should fit
between the cuff and the arm.
••Make sure the stethoscope head is directly over the brachial artery.
••Try to use the same arm for all readings unless instructed
otherwise by your physician.
••Deflate the cuff at 2 or 3 mmHg per second.
••Remain still with your palm up and arm extended keeping the cuff at the
same level as your heart.
••Relax during the reading as anxiety can produce incorrect results.

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APPLYING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the unit is assembled correctly. Check ear tips to
make sure they are securely fastened.
1. Sit upright but relaxed in a chair with a back. Keep your feet flat on the floor.
Remove any constrictive clothing from your left arm.
2. Extend your left arm* and have your assistant find your
brachial artery. This is at the inner aspect of your the
elbow. Pulse may or may not be felt.
3. Open the cuff so that you can slide your arm into it. Do
not extend the cuff beyond the metal bar.
4. With assistance, insert your left arm into the cuff.
Position the bottom edge of the cuff approximately one-
half inch ABOVE your elbow.
5. With your arm extended, palm facing
upward and tubes positioned down
the center of your arm, have an
assistant pull the end of the cuff and
secure the hook and loop material.
6. The cuff should fit comfortably yet
snugly around your arm. Check for
any gaps between the arm and
the cuff.
*The left arm should be used unless this is not a viable option for you. Consult
with your physician to assess which arm is best for you to use.
Brachial
Artery
Bottom Edge
Elbow
½"
Stethoscope
Loop Material
Hook Material
Y-Tubing
Bladder
Tubes

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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE READING
1. Have the assistant insert the ear tips into his/her ears. The metal binaural can be
adjusted for comfort.
2. The assistant should position the stethoscope’s chest piece over
your brachial artery, directly touching the inside of your arm.
3. Rest your elbow on a
table with your arm
facing upward. Elevate
your hand so that the
cuff is at the same level
as your heart. Relax your
left hand.
The assistant will:
4. Either hold the gauge or
position the gauge so it can be read without being moved. It can
be clipped to the gauge strap on the cuff for stability.
5. Hold the inflation bulb and turn the air release valve clockwise to
close.
6. Begin inflating the cuff SLOWLY AND STEADILY
by pumping the inflation bulb until the gauge reads 30 mmHG
ABOVE your last known SYSTOLIC measurement.
If you do not know your last known SYSTOLIC
measurement, inflate to approximately 180-200 mmHg.
CAUTION: To prevent injury to yourself and/or damage to the unit, never inflate
the cuff above 280 mmHg.
Close

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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE READING (continued)
7. Upon reaching the proper inflation level, SLOWLY
AND STEADILY turn the air valve counterclockwise
at a rate of 2-3 mmHg per second.
8. As the pressure begins to drop,
carefully listen for the pulse
beat. Note and record the first
thumping sound heard. This is
your SYSTOLIC pressure.
9. Allow the cuff to continue to deflate.
You will hear changes in the sounds
and then no sound at all. When
you hear the last sound, note the
reading and record. This is your
DIASTOLIC pressure.
10. Rapidly turn the valve counterclockwise to deflate
the remaining air. Remove the cuff and record the
measurement on the recording chart.
NOTE: If you need to take another measurement, 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 health.
CAUTION: Substitution of a component different from
that supplied might result in measurement error.
Note Reading
at First Sound
Note Reading
at Last Sound
Open
Note Reading
at First Sound
Note Reading
at Last Sound

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Do not wash or moisten the cuff.
2. Avoid dropping or hitting the surface of the gauge or
stethoscope chest piece.
NOTE: As with any sensitive instrument, the quality and reliability of the manometer
gauge should be checked annually. When the cuff is fully deflated, make sure the
gauge needle is at zero (within the zero square). A needle outside the square means
the gauge needs to be recalibrated or replaced by a qualified technician.

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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
Your HealthSmart Home Blood Pressure Kit is guaranteed to be free of
manufacturing defects for a period of one year from the date of purchase
subject to the following terms and conditions:
1. This warranty is limited to the accuracy of the manometer gauge only. It
does not include the inflation system (bulb, valves, cuff and bladder). If
the manometer gauge fails to operate during the one-year period from the
time it was originally purchased, please call our Customer Care Help Line
at 800-622-4714 and we will try to resolve the issue as soon as possible. If
the warrantor determines the unit to be inaccurate due to normal use, the
manometer gauge will be replaced at the option of the warrantor. This does
not include gauges that have been misused or abused. The purchaser will
be responsible for the prepaid postage and $9.99 to cover return shipping
and insurance. The purchaser must return the original Blood Pressure
Monitor prior to a replacement product being provided.
2. The warrantor shall incur no liability under this Warranty for any damage
from any cause other than inherent manufacturing defects.
3. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. THIS
WARRANTY DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you.
4. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state.
5. To be eligible for the warranty, please register your product online within
10 days of purchase date at LiveHealthSmart.com.

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QUICK START GUIDE
1. Assemble the contents of your kit.
2. A 15-minute resting period is recommended to stabilize the body prior to
taking a reading.
3. Have the assistant find your brachial artery, which is at the inner aspect
of your elbow.
4. Remove any constrictive clothing or jewelry that may interfere with the cuff
placement. Have the cuff wrapped snugly around your left arm with the cuff’s
bottom edge approximately 0.5" (1.3 cm).
5. Rest your elbow on a table making sure the cuff is at the same level as your heart.
6. Position the stethoscope’s chest piece over the brachial artery.
7. Position the gauge in hand or in a stable, readable location.
8. Have your assistant slowly and steadily inflate the cuff
30 mmHg above your last known SYSTOLIC reading. If not known, inflate
between 180-200 mmHg.
9. At a rate of 2-3 mmHg per second, begin to deflate the cuff.
10. The first “thumping” sound heard is your SYSTOLIC rate.
11. The last sound heard is your DIASTOLIC rate.
12. Record your measurements.
13. A 15-minute rest period is needed between readings to allow the blood
vessels to return to normal.
CAUTION: Never inflate the cuff above 280 mmHg.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Manufactured for:
HealthSmart®International
1931 Norman Drive
Waukegan, IL 60085
Register this product at LiveHealthSmart.com
#91-04-176 02/15
© 2015 HealthSmart®International
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Artículo n.º 04-176-021 y 04-176-026
KIT PARA MEDICIÓN DE LA PRESIÓN ARTERIAL
DE DOS PARTES PARA EL HOGAR
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Lea esta guía completamente
antes de utilizar esta unidad.
Inglés • Español

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IDENTIFICACIÓN DEL PRODUCTO
Gracias por comprar un kit para medición de presión arterial de dos partes de
HealthSmart. Con el cuidado y el uso adecuados, su kit le proporcionará varios años
de lecturas fiables.
Apoye el brazalete sobre una superficie plana con la anilla en D de metal hacia la
izquierda. Se puede ensamblar la unidad como se describe a continuación:
Paso 1: Pliegue a la mitad el extremo derecho del brazalete y páselo a través
de la anilla en D.
Paso 2: Conecte el manómetro al tubo de la izquierda.
Paso 3: Conecte la bombilla de inflado al tubo de la derecha.
Paso 4: Inserte el extremo único del tubo en Y en el vástago de la campana para
formar un estetoscopio.
Paso 5: Retire el binaural metálico de la bolsa de plástico e inserte sus extremos
en el tubo en Y.
NOTA: El parche blanco que indica la arteria y el velcro quedarán del lado externo
del brazalete.
El brazalete para adultos (artículo n.º 04-176-021) se adapta a una circunfer-
encia de brazo de 10" a 14" (de 25,4 cm a 35,6 cm). El brazalete grande para
adultos (artículo n.º 04-176-026) se adapta a una circunferencia de brazo de
13" a 17" (de 33 cm a 43.2 cm).

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1
5
4
2
3
Material
de cierre
del velcro
Material de
sujeción
del velcro
Binaural
metálico
Tubo en Y
Manómetro
Campana
Bombilla
de inflado
Olivas
ENSAMBLAJE DEL PRODUCTO

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INFORMACIÓN GENERAL SOBRE LA PRESIÓN ARTERIAL
¿Qué es la presión arterial?
La presión arterial es la presión que la sangre en circulación ejerce contra las
paredes de los vasos sanguíneos en todo el cuerpo.
El corazón, que es el centro del sistema circulatorio, proporciona la fuerza para
que la sangre fluya o circule. Cuando el corazón se contrae o late, se impulsa la
sangre a través de los vasos sanguíneos y la presión aumenta. Esta es la presión
máxima en el ciclo o lo que se conoce como PRESIÓN SISTÓLICA. Entre los
latidos cardíacos, el corazón se relaja y la presión arterial disminuye. Esto se
conoce como PRESIÓN DIASTÓLICA.
¿Cómo se mide la presión arterial?
(sistólica)
(diastólica)
120 80
/
La presión arterial se mide en milímetros (mm) de mercurio (Hg) y se registra
generalmente, en primer lugar, con la presión sistólica (120) y, en segundo
lugar, con la presión diastólica (80). Los números suelen aparecer separados
por una barra ( / ) como se muestra arriba.
Contacte a su médico para saber cuál es su presión arterial “normal”.

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INFORMACIÓN GENERAL SOBRE LA PRESIÓN ARTERIAL (continuado)
¿Qué influye sobre la presión arterial?
Varios factores, como la genética, la edad, el sexo, la altura, la actividad física, la
ansiedad, el desarrollo muscular, ciertas mediciones o incluso la hora del día pueden
influir sobre la presión arterial. Factores influyentes, como el sueño o la relajación
disminuyen la presión arterial, mientras que la ansiedad o el ejercicio la aumentan.
¿Por qué controlar la presión arterial desde su hogar?
El control desde su hogar le permite complementar las mediciones realizadas en
el consultorio de su médico. Estas lecturas desde su hogar, luego de realizarlas
durante un período, pueden mostrar un indicio preciso de cambio. Además, sus
registros pueden ser de ayuda para su médico a la hora de evaluar su salud y de
tomar decisiones importantes en el diagnóstico y en el tratamiento de su estado.
Debido a esto, es importante realizar mediciones diarias y constantes.
IMPORTANTE: Antes de su uso, debe consultar a su médico o prestador de
servicios médicos capacitado para determinar su presión arterial “normal”, evaluar su
método al emplear esta unidad e interpretar las mediciones de su presión arterial.

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CONSEJOS ÚTILES PARA OBTENER LECTURAS PRECISAS
••Relájese al menos durante 15 minutos antes de realizar una lectura.
••Siempre coloque el brazalete directamente sobre la piel. Quítese toda prenda
o alhaja que pueda interferir en la colocación del brazalete.
••Asegúrese de que el brazalete esté ajustado, pero no demasiado. Debe
haber un espacio equivalente a uno o dos dedos entre el brazalete
y el brazo.
••Asegúrese de que la cabeza del estetoscopio esté directamente sobre
la arteria braquial.
••Intente usar el mismo brazo para todas las lecturas, a menos que su médico
le indique lo contrario.
••Desinfle el brazalete a 2 o 3 mmHg por segundo.
••Permanezca quieto con la palma de la mano hacia arriba y el brazo
extendido sin dejar de mantener el brazalete al mismo nivel del corazón.
••Relájese mientras realiza la lectura porque la ansiedad puede generar
resultados incorrectos.

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CÓMO COLOCAR SU BRAZALETE PARA MEDIR LA PRESIÓN ARTERIAL
IMPORTANTE: Asegúrese de que la unidad esté ensamblada correctamente.
Verifique las olivas para asegurarse de que estén sujetas firmemente.
1. Siéntese derecho pero relajado en una silla con respaldar. Mantenga sus pies
completamente sobre el suelo. Quite todo tipo de prenda constrictiva del
brazo izquierdo.
2. Extienda el brazo izquierdo* y pídale a la persona que lo
ayuda que busque la arteria braquial. Esta se encuentra
en la cara interna del codo. Puede sentir su pulso o no.
3. Abra el brazalete para poder ubicar el brazo dentro
de él. No extienda el brazalete más allá de la
barra metálica.
4. Con ayuda, inserte el brazo izquierdo en
el brazalete. Coloque el
borde inferior del brazalete a
aproximadamente media pulgada
POR ENCIMA del codo.
5. Con el brazo extendido, la palma
de la mano hacia arriba y los tubos
colocados en el centro del brazo,
pídale a la persona que lo ayuda
que tire del extremo del brazalete
y asegure el velcro.
6. El brazalete debe sentirse cómodo, pero también debe estar bien ajustado
alrededor del brazo. Verifique que no quede un espacio entre el brazo
y el brazalete.
* Se debe usar el brazo izquierdo, a menos que no pueda o no deba usarlo.
Consulte con su médico para evaluar qué brazo le conviene usar.
Arteria
braquial
Borde inferior
Codo
Estetoscopio
Material de
sujeción del
velcro
Material de cierre
del velcro
Tubo en Y
Tubos de la
cámara de aire
½"

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CÓMO REALIZAR LA LECTURA DE SU PRESIÓN ARTERIAL
1. Pídale a la persona que lo ayuda que se coloque las olivas en las orejas. Se
puede ajustar el binaural metálico según le resulte más cómodo.
2. La persona que lo ayuda debe colocar la campana del estetoscopio sobre la
arteria braquial, en contacto directo con el lado interno del brazo.
3. Apoye el codo sobre una
mesa con el brazo hacia
arriba. Levante la mano
para que el brazalete
esté al mismo nivel que
el del corazón. Relaje la
mano izquierda.
La persona que lo ayuda
deberá hacer lo siguiente:
4. Sostener el manómetro o colocarlo de manera tal que pueda
leerlo sin necesidad de moverlo. Puede sujetarlo a la correa
del manómetro que se encuentra en el brazalete para que se
mantenga estable.
5. Sostenga la bombilla de inflado y gire la válvula de aire en el
sentido de las agujas del reloj para cerrarla.
6. Comience a inflar el brazalete, LENTA Y CONSTANTEMENTE,
al apretar la bombilla de inflado hasta que el manómetro indique
30 mmHg SOBRE su última medición SISTÓLICA.
Si no conoce su última medición SISTÓLICA, infle hasta marcar entre
180 y 200 mmHg aproximadamente.
PRECAUCIÓN: Para evitar herirse o dañar la unidad, nunca infle el brazalete
por encima de 280 mmHg.
El valor de la
medición disminuye.
El valor de la
medición aumenta.
Posición de medición
correcta (a la misma
altura del corazón).
Cerrar