HoMedics BPW-360BT User manual

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Measurement Procedure............................... 18
Risk Category Index ...................................... 21
Irregular Heartbeat Detector (IHB) .............. 22
Recalling Values from Memory..................... 23
Clearing Values from Memory ...................... 24
Important Notes Regarding Your
Blood Pressure Measurement...................... 25
Care, Maintenance & Cleaning ..................... 26
Potential for Electromagnetic
Interference.................................................... 28
Troubleshooting............................................. 29
Specifications ................................................ 30
5 Year Limited Warranty ................................ 32
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION:
Important Product Notices and
Safety Instructions .......................................... 3
About Blood Pressure..................................... 5
Blood Pressure Standard................................ 5
How This Blood Pressure
Monitor Works.................................................. 7
USAGE INFORMATION:
Name/Function of Each Part ........................... 8
Display Explanations....................................... 9
Installing Batteries ........................................ 11
Date & Time Set Procedure........................... 13
Transmitting Readings
to Your Mobile Device.....................................14
Applying the Cuff........................................... 16
Correct Measurement Posture ..................... 17

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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.
• Thisdeviceusestheoscillometricmethodto
measure systolic and diastolic blood pressure, as
well as heart rate.
• 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 blood 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productisnotsuitableforpeoplewith
arrhythmias. This device may have difficulty
determining the proper blood pressure for pregnant
women, individuals with irregular heartbeat,
diabetes, poor circulation of blood, kidney problems
or for users who have suffered from a stroke.
• Consultyourphysicianbeforemeasuringblood
pressure at the wrist if you have any of the following
conditions: Severe hypertension, severe diabetes,
severe arteriosclerosis, severe kidney disease or
vascular disease that may compromise circulation.
• Thepulsedisplayisnotsuitableforchecking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. microwave ovens). These may lead to
temporary impairment of measurement accuracy.
• Usebloodpressuremonitoronlyforitsintendeduse.
• 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 determined 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, electronic, or automated
sphygmomanometers.

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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.
BLOOD PRESSURE STANDARD
The table on page 6 contains defined levels for hypertension
that are publicly available from the American Heart
Association (AHA) (http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/
Conditions/HighBloodPressure/AboutHighBloodPressure/
Understanding-Blood-Pressure-Readings_UCM_301764_
Article.jsp). 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21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 AHA 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 2 160-179 or 100-109
Hypertensive Crisis
(emergency care needed) Higherthan180 or Higherthan110

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HOW THIS BLOOD PRESSURE
MONITOR WORKS
This monitor uses innovative technology to detect your
blood pressure. This 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. After taking your measurement, the cuff will
automatically deflate.
Please note that any muscle movement during inflation
or deflation will cause measurement error. When
measurement is complete, the monitor will display
your systolic pressure, diastolic pressure, and pulse
readings.
The monitor automatically finds where your measurement
results fall on the AHA’s table and provides a cue if your
reading falls into one of the stages that could potentially
indicateincreasedrisk.Seepage21formoreinformation
on this feature.
The appearance of the icon indicates that a pulse
irregularity consistent with an irregular heartbeat was
detected during measurement. Refer to page 22 for more
information on the Irregular Heartbeat Detector.
NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART
Accessories for unit :
2AAAsize,1.5valkaline
batteries and carrying case
included with the unit.
MEMORY
RECALL
Button
START/STOP
Button
SET Button
LCD Display
Wrist Cuff
(type B applied part)
Battery Cover

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DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS
Systolic
Pressure
Diastolic
Pressure
Date/Time Indicator
Display Symbols:
Heart Rate
Pulse Symbol: Shows the heart rate per minute.
Weak Battery Symbol: Appears when batteries should be replaced.
Error Symbol: Appears when an error has occurred.
Risk Category Index:Seepage21formoreinformation.
Irregular Heartbeat Detector: See page 22 for more information.
User 1:AppearswhenthemonitorisoperatedbyUser1.
User 2: Appears when the monitor is operated by User 2.
Memory Review Symbol: Indicates the user is in Memory Recall
Mode.
Memory Average Symbol: Display average of last 3 readings.
Data Transmission Indicator: Indicates when information is being
transmitted from your monitor to your mobile device App.
Cuff Not Fastened Securely: Refasten the cuff and measure again.
Cuff Fastened Too Tight: Refasten the cuff and measure again.
Pressure Exceeding 300mmHg: Switch the unit off to clear.
Then measure again.
System Error: Measure again.
Error Determining Measurement: Switch the unit off to clear, and
measure again. Keep wrist steady during measurement.
Measurement Error: Measure again.
Data Transmission Error: Make sure the mobile device and the
bloodpressuremonitorarepairedandarewithin6-9feetofeach
other. Try sending the data again.
If and any of the following letters and numbers appear in the area
that diastolic pressure should be displayed or the Data transmission
indicator appears, an error has occured with your reading. See the
Troubleshooting section of this manual for more information.
MEMORY REVIEW
LAST 3 AVG.

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Replace the batteries if:
•Theweakbatterysymbol“Lo”appearsonthedisplay.
•Nothingappearsonthedisplaywhenthepoweris
switched on and the START/STOP button is pressed.
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theunit
is not in use for extended periods 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.
INSTALLING BATTERIES
1.Thebatterycoverislocatedalongthe
side of the monitor. Remove battery
cover by pressing down and pulling
away from the monitor.
2. Install batteries according to the
polarity indications inside the
compartment (as shown in figure
2). Battery Type: 2 Alkaline LR03
(1.5v AAA) size
3. Insert 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.
1.
2.
3.
4.

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DATE & TIME SET PROCEDURE
1.Toadjustthedateandtime,youcaneitherreplacethe
batteries, or press and hold the SET button for
2 seconds while the screen is dark.
2. The display will show a blinking number representing
the HOUR. Change the HOUR by pressing the MEM
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 MINUTE.
3. Change the MINUTE, MONTH, DAY and YEAR as
described in Step 2 above, using the MEM button to
change the numbers and the SET button to confirm
the entries.
4. When this process is completed, the screen will display
“done”.
Press and hold the SET button
blinking HOUR
increasing HOUR
confirm the entry
repeat process to set MINUTE, MONTH,
DAY and YEAR
SET
SET
MEM
TRANSMITTING READINGS TO YOUR
MOBILE DEVICE
This monitor sends your blood pressure readings to the
HoMedics®App that is free to download on the App
StoreSM. Make sure you have this App downloaded and
installed on your mobile device before trying to transmit
your blood pressure measurements.
There are two ways to transmit the data:
1.Attheconclusionofthebloodpressuremeasurement,
this monitor will automatically attempt to send your
results to your mobile device.
2. By pressing and holding the START/STOP button
for 3 seconds.
At the conclusion of data transmitting, the screen will
display the following:
•Ifthetransmissionwassuccessful,theData
transmission indicator and “done” will be
displayed on the screen.
•Ifthetransmissionwasunsuccessful,theData
transmission indicator and the icon will be
displayed on the screen.

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Note:
•ForusewithiPhone®5,iPhone®4S, and iPad®
(3rd generation).
•TheAppmustbeopenonyourmobiledeviceinorder
to establish a connection with the monitor.
•Bluetooth®must be turned ON on your mobile device.
•TheAppwillonlyreceivenewreadingsfromthe
monitor. The App will not store or display duplicate
measurements.
•Consultwithyourmobiledevicemanufacturerto
ensure you are using a Bluetooth®Smart mobile
device. Only Bluetooth®Smart mobile devices can
work with the HoMedics®Premium Wrist Blood
Pressure Monitor.
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 ensure accurate
measurements, fasten the hook and
loop strap securely around your wrist so
there is no extra space between the cuff
and the wrist. If the cuff is not wrapped
tight enough, the measurement 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. C.
Note:
If it is not possible to use the cuff on your
left wrist, it can also be used on your right
wrist. However, all measurements should
be made using the same wrist.
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
Fig. A
Fig. B
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
START
MEM
STOP
SET
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. Relax your entire body,
especially between your elbow
and fingers.
Note: Your heart is located
slightly below your armpit.
2. If the cuff is not at the same
level as your heart or if
you cannot keep your arm
completely 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 measurement 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ameasurement,itissuggestedthatyousit
quietlyfor15minutesasmeasurements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25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.