HoMedics BPW-060 User manual

Automatic Wrist
Blood Pressure Monitor
BPW-060
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Important Notes Regarding Your
Blood Pressure Measurement...........26
Care, Maintenance & Cleaning ..........28
Potential for Electromagnetic
Interference.........................................31
Troubleshooting..................................32
Specifications .....................................33
5 Year Limited Warranty.....................34
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION:
Important Product Notices and
Safety Instructions ...............................3
About Blood Pressure..........................6
What is Blood Pressure?
Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?
Blood Pressure Standard.....................7
How This Blood Pressure
Monitor Works ......................................8
USAGE INFORMATION:
Name/Function of Each Part ..............10
Display Explanations..........................11
Installing Batteries .............................13
Date & Time Set Procedure................15
Applying the Cuff................................15
Correct Measurement Posture ..........17
Measurement Procedure....................18
Risk Category Index ...........................22
Recalling Values from Memory..........23
Clearing Values from Memory...........25

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IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICES AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your blood pressure monitor,
basic precautions should always be
followed. Please read and follow all
instructions and warnings before using
this product. Save these instructions for
future reference.
• Pleasenotethatthisisahome
healthcare product only and it is not
intended to serve as a substitute for
the advice of a physician or medical
professional.
• Donotusethisdevicefordiagnosis
or treatment of any health problem or
disease. Measurement results are for
reference only. Consult a healthcare
professional for interpretation of
pressure measurements. Contact your
physician if you have or suspect any
medical problem. Do not change your
medications without the advice of your
physician or healthcare professional.
• Thisdevicemayhavedifficultydeter-
mining the proper blood pressure for
individuals with irregular heartbeat, dia-
betes, poor circulation of blood, kidney
problems or for users who have suffered
from a stroke.
• Consultyourphysicianbeforemeasur-
ing blood pressure at the wrist if you
have any of the following conditions:
Severe hypertension, irregular heartbeat,
severe diabetes, severe arteriosclerosis,
severe kidney disease or vascular dis-
ease that may compromise circulation.
• Thepulsedisplayisnotsuitableforcheck-
ing the frequency of heart pacemakers.
• Electromagneticinterference:Thedevice
contains sensitive electronic components.
Avoid strong electrical or electromagnetic
fields in the direct vicinity of the device
(e.g. mobile telephones, microwave
ovens). These may lead to temporary
impairment of measurement accuracy.
• Usebloodpressuremonitoronlyforits
intended use.

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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
What is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on
the artery walls while blood flows through
the arteries. The pressure measured when
the heart contracts and sends blood out
of the heart is systolic (highest) blood
pressure. The pressure measured when
the heart dilates with blood flowing back
into the heart is called diastolic (lowest)
blood pressure.
Why Measure Your
Blood Pressure?
Among today’s various health problems,
those associated with high blood pressure
are very common. High blood pressure
dangerously correlates with cardiovascular
diseases. Therefore, blood pressure
monitoring is important for identifying
those at risk.
• Donotwrapthecuffaroundbodyparts
other than your wrist.
• Notforusebyoronpersonsunderthe
age of 18
• Useonly1.5VAAAalkalinebatteriesfor
power supply.
Blood pressure measurements deter-
mined with this device are equivalent
to those obtained by a trained observer
using the cuff/stethoscope auscultatory
method, within the limits prescribed by the
American National Standard, Manual, elec-
tronic, or automated sphygmomanometers.

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BLOOD PRESSURE STANDARD
The table below contains defined levels for
hypertension that are publicly available from the
National Heart Lung and Blood Institute at the U.S.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
(http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Hbp/HBP_WhatIs.
html). Users can compare their own blood pressure
readings against these defined levels to determine if
they may be potentially at increased risk.
This table is applicable to most adults aged 18 and
older. Blood pressure tends to go up and down, even
in people who normally don’t have high readings. If
your numbers stay above the “normal” range most
of the time, you may be at increased risk and should
consult your physician.
Although one can easily find where their own
blood pressure readings fall on this table, this
monitor comes equipped with a Risk Category
Index that automatically compares each reading
to the defined levels and provides a helpful cue if
your reading falls into one of the stages that could
potentially indicate increased risk. See page 22 for
more information on this feature.
Please note that cues provided by this monitor are
only intended to assist you in using this table. The
table and cues are only provided for convenience
to help you understand your non-invasive
blood pressure reading as it relates to the NIH
information. They are not a substitute for a medical
examination by your physician. It is important for
you to consult with your physician regularly. Your
physician will tell you your normal blood pressure
range as well as the point at which you may
actually be considered to be at risk.
Category Systolic (mmHg) Diastolic (mmHg)
Normal Less than 120 and Less than 80
Prehypertension 120-139 or 80-89
High Blood Pressure
Stage 1 140-159 or 90-99
Stage 2 160 or higher or 100 or higher

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NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART
Battery
Cover
Memory Recall
Button START/STOP Button
Wrist Cuff
Accessories Included:
2“AAA”size,1.5Valkaline
batteries included in the
carrying case with the unit.
LCD Display
Date/Time/User
Set Buttons
HOW THIS BLOOD PRESSURE
MONITOR WORKS
This monitor uses Smart Measure™ technology to
detect your systolic pressure, diastolic pressure
and pulse. Smart Measure™ technology enables
the monitor to automatically inflate and deflate at
the appropriate level for each individual. With one
touch of a button, the cuff will automatically inflate
to block the blood flow through your artery. Next,
the deflation process starts. When measurement
is complete, the monitor will display your systolic
pressure, diastolic pressure, and pulse readings.
Please note that any muscle movement during
inflation or deflation will cause measurement
error.
The monitor automatically finds where your
measurement results fall on the NIH’s National
Heart Lung and Blood Institute’s table and
provides a cue if your reading falls into one of the
stages that could potentially indicate increased
risk. Please refer to page 22 for more information
on this feature.

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Measurement Error: Measure again. Wrap
the cuff correctly and keep wrist steady
during measurement.
Air Circuit Abnormality: Measure again.
Pressure Exceeding 300 mmHg: Switch the unit
off to clear, then measure again.
Error Determining Measurement Data: Measure
again.
If and any of the following letters and numbers
appear in the area that systolic pressure should be
displayed, an error has occurred with your reading.
See Troubleshooting section of this manual for more
information.
DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS
Systolic
Pressure
Diastolic
Pressure
Date/Time Indicator
User 1: Appears when the monitor is operated
by User 1.
User 2: Appears when the monitor is
operated by User 2.
Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries
should be replaced.
Pulse Symbol: Shows the heart rate per minute.
Memory Average: Displays average of last
3 readings
Risk Category Index: See page 22
for more information.
Display Symbols:
Heart Rate
/
START
STOP
M
(No Symbol)

1413
Replace the batteries if:
1. The weak battery symbol appears on
the display.
2. Nothing appears on the display when the
power is switched on.
As the supplied batteries are for test only,
they may be discharged earlier than batteries
you buy in stores. Replace all batteries at
one time (as simultaneous set). Use only
1.5VAAAalkalinebatteries.Removebatteries
when unit is not in use for extended periods
INSTALLING BATTERIES
1. The battery cover is
located along the
bottom side of the
monitor. Remove battery
cover by pressing down
and pulling away from
the monitor.
2. Install batteries accord-
ing to the polarity
indications inside the
compartment (as shown
in figure 2). Battery
Type: 2 Alkaline LR03
(AAA) size
3. Place in the other
battery, according to
the polarity indications
inside the compartment
(as shown in figure 3).
4. Replace the cover
by inserting it back
into place.
of time. Date and time will need to be
reset if batteries are removed or replaced.
Clean contacts on battery and in battery
compartment with a soft dry cloth each time
you install batteries.
Note: Batteries are hazardous waste.
Do not dispose of them together
with the household garbage.
1.
3.
2.
4.

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DATE & TIME SET PROCEDURE
1. To adjust the date/time, press the Set button .
The display will show a blinking number showing
the month.
2. Change the month by pressing the button.
Each press will increase the number by one in
a cycling manner. Press the Set button again
to confirm the entry, and the screen will show
a blinking number representing the day of
the month.
3. Change the date and time as described in
Step 2 above, using the button to change the
numbers and the Set button to confirm the
entries.
APPLYING THE CUFF
1. Remove all watches, wrist jewelry, etc. prior
to attaching the wrist monitor. Clothing
sleeves should be rolled up and the cuff
should be wrapped around bare skin for
correct measurements.
2. Apply cuff to left wrist with
palm facing up as shown
in Fig. A.
3. Make sure the edge
of the cuff is about
1/4”~1/2” (1 cm) from the
palm as shown in Fig. B.
4. In order to insure accurate
measurements, fasten
the hook and loop strap
securely around your wrist
so there is no extra space
between the cuff and the
wrist as shown in Fig. C.
If the cuff is not wrapped
tight enough, the mea-
surement values will not
be accurate.
5.Ifyourphysicianhas
diagnosed you with poor
circulation in your left
arm, place the cuff around
your right wrist as shown
in Fig. D.
Fig. A
Fig. B
Press the button
blinking month
increasing month
confirm the entry
repeat process to set date and time
Fig. D
Fig. C

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CORRECT MEASUREMENT POSTURE
1. Place your elbow on a table
so that the cuff is at the
same level as your heart as
shown in Fig. A.
Note: Your heart is located
slightly below your
armpit.
Relax your entire body, espe-
cially between your elbow and
fingers.
2. If the cuff is not at the same
level as your heart or if you
cannot keep your arm com-
pletely still throughout the
reading, use a soft object
such as a folded towel to
support your arm as shown
in Fig. B.
3. Turn your palm upwards.
4. Sit upright in a chair, and
take5-6deepbreaths.
Note: Avoid leaning back
while the measure-
ment is being taken as
shown in Fig. C.
Fig. A
Fig. B
Fig. C
(X)
MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
Important Notes:
•Positionthemonitoratthesamelevelasyour
heart during measurement to ensure accurate
readings.
•Bloodpressurechangeswitheveryheartbeat
and is in constant fluctuation throughout
the day.
•Bloodpressuremeasurementcanbe
affected by the position of the user, his or
her physiologic condition and other factors.
For greatest accuracy, wait 1 hour after
exercising, bathing, eating, drinking
beverages with alcohol or caffeine, or
smoking to measure blood pressure.
•Beforemeasurement,itissuggestedthat
yousitquietlyfor15minutesasmeasure-
ments taken during a relaxed state will
have greater accuracy. You should not be
physically tired or exhausted while taking
a measurement.
•Duringthemeasurement,donottalkor
move your arm or hand muscles.
•Seepage26foradditionalnotesregarding
your blood pressure measurement.
If you are using this blood pressure monitor for the first
time, please remove the protective film from the screen.