HoMedics LEADER LDRBPS-060 User manual

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Semi-Automatic
Blood Pressure Monitor
®

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Potential for Electromagnetic Interference .....27
Troubleshooting.................................................29
Specifications ....................................................30
5 Year Limited Warranty....................................31
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION:
Important Product Notices and Safety
Instructions ..........................................................3
About Blood Pressure.........................................5
What is Blood Pressure?
Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?
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
Using The Arm Cuff ...........................................14
Measurement Procedure...................................18
Risk Category Index ..........................................21
Recalling Values from Memory.........................22
Clearing Values from Memory..........................23
Important Notes Regarding Your
Blood Pressure Measurement..........................24
Care, Maintenance & Cleaning .........................24

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IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICES AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using your blood pressure monitor, basic precau-
tions 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.
• Propercuffsizeiscriticalforaccuratemeasurements.
Follow the instructions in this manual and printed on the
arm cuff to ensure the appropriate size of cuff is being
used.
•Thisdevicemayhavedifficultydeterminingtheproper
blood pressure for individuals with irregular heartbeat,
diabetes, poor circulation of blood, kidney problems or
for users who have suffered from a stroke.
• 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. mobile telephones, microwave ovens).
These may lead to temporary impairment of measure-
ment accuracy.
• Usebloodpressuremonitoronlyforitsintendeduse.
• Donotwrapthecuffaroundbodypartsotherthanyour
arm.
• Not for use by or on persons under the age of 18.
• Pleaseuseonly1.5VAA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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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.
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
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 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.
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 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.

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HOW THIS BLOOD PRESSURE
MONITOR WORKS
This manual inflate digital blood pressure monitor pro-
vides systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse
readings quickly and easily. Once the cuff is inflated,
the monitor will determine your blood pressures by
analysis of your pressure oscillations. When the mea-
surement is completed, the device will deflate the cuff
and display your systolic pressure, diastolic pressure
and pulse readings.
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
21 for more information on this feature.
(Located on bottom of unit)
LCD
Display
Battery Cover
Memory Recall
Button
START/STOP Button
Cuff Tube
Arm Cuff
Inflation Bulb
Date/Time
Set Buttons
Other Accessories:
4“AA”size,1.5Valkalinebatteries
NAME/FUNCTION OF EACH PART

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Inflation Symbol: Appears when cuff requires inflation.
Deflation Symbol: Appears when cuff is deflating.
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 21 for more information.
DISPLAY EXPLANATIONS
Systolic
Pressure
Heart Rate
Date/Time Indicator
Display Symbols:
(No Symbol)
Measurement Error: Measure again. Wrap the cuff
correctly and keep arm steady during measurement.
Air Circuit Abnormality: Check cuff connection. Measure again.
Pressure Exceeding 300 mmHg: Turn 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.
Diastoilc
Pressure

INSTALLING BATTERIES
1. Press down on latch and lift the battery cover to
open the battery compartment.
2. Install or replace 4 “AA” sized batteries in the
battery compartment according to the indications
inside the compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover by clicking in the
bottom hooks first, then push in the top end of
the battery door.
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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AAalkalinebatteries.Removebatteries
when 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.
Battery
Cover

DATE & TIME SET PROCEDURE
1. To adjust the date/time, press the Set button .
2. The display will show a blinking number show-
ing the date. 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 blink-
ing 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.
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Press the button
blinking month
increasing month
confirm the entry
repeat process to set date and time
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USING THE ARM CUFF
Very Important: Proper cuff size is critical to accurate
measurement.
This monitor comes with a Standard Size arm cuff that
fits arms with circumferences of 9”–13” (23 cm – 33 cm).
This cuff is suitable for your use if the colored arrow
falls within the solid color line as shown below.
If the arrow falls outside of the solid color line, you
will need a cuff with another circumference. Contact
HoMedics Consumer Relations at 1-800-466-3342.
ARROW MUST FALL
WITHIN YELLOW BAND
ARROW MUST FALL
WITHIN YELLOW BAND
Center tube over
middle of arm
MODEL#PP-BPCUFF5
Position cuff
edge 0.6˝
–
1.0˝
(1.5
–
2.5cm)above el bow.
Center tube over
middle of arm.
Fit cuff secure ly.Al low room for
two fingers to fit betw een the cuff
and your arm.
Solid Colored Line
Colored Arrow
D-ring
End of cuff

3. Open the arm cuff so that your arm may be placed
through it.
4. Remove tight fitting clothing from your upper left
arm so that the cuff can be wrapped around your
exposed arm.
5.Positioncuffedge0.8-1.2
inches (2-3 cm) above elbow.
6. Center tube over middle of arm.
7. Pull the end of the cuff so that it tightens
evenly around your arm. Press the
hook and loop material together to secure.
Allow room for 2 fingers to fit between the
cuff and your arm.
8. Lay your arm on a table (palm upward)
so the cuff is at the same height as your
heart. Make sure the tube is not kinked.
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1. If the cuff is not assembled, pass the end of the
cuff furthest away from the tubing through the metal
D-ring in order to form a loop. The smooth side
without the felt material should be on the inside of
the cuff loop.
2. Plug the cuff tube into the left side of the unit.
Position cuff
edge 0.6˝
–
1.0˝
(1.5
–
2.5cm)above elbow
Center tube over
middle of arm.
F
Insert plug here
Main
Artery
ARROW MUST FALL
WITHIN YELLOW BAND
D-ring
End of cuff
Felt Material
on the outside
of cuff

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MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
Important Notes:
•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 condi-
tion 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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23foradditionalnotesregardingyour
blood pressure measurement.
Note:
If it is not possible to fit the cuff to your left arm, it
can also be placed on your right arm. However, all
measurements should be made using the same arm.
To use on the right arm, you must position the artery
symbol “ ” over the main artery. Locate the main
artery by pressing with two fingers approximately 1”
(2 cm) above the bend
of your elbow on the
inside of your right arm.
Identify where the pulse
can be felt the strongest.
This is your main artery.
Main Artery
If you are using this blood pressure monitor for the first
time, please remove the protective film from the screen.