4
display and pump approx. 40 mmHg higher than the expected
systolic value (the upper value). If you have not pumped enough, a
flashing arrow «
»
AM
will appear telling you to pump higher.
8. After pumping, the measurement is taken automatically. Relax, do
not move and do not tense your arm muscles until the measure-
ment result is displayed. Breathe normally and do not talk.
9. During the measurement, the pulse indicator AK flashes in the
display.
10.The result, comprising the systolic AS and the diastolic AR
blood pressure and the pulse rate AQ is displayed. Note also the
explanations on further display symbols in this booklet.
11.When the measurement has finished, press the quick-acting
discharge valve 5in order to release any remaining air in the
cuff. Remove the cuff.
12.Switch off the device. (The monitor does switch off automati-
cally after approx. 1 min.).
4. Appearance of the Pulse Arrhythmia (PAD)
This symbol AL indicates that certain pulse irregularities were
detected during the measurement. In this case, the result may
deviate from your normal blood pressure – repeat the measure-
ment. In most cases, this is no cause for concern. However, if the
symbol appears on a regular basis (e.g. several times a week with
measurements taken daily) we advise you to tell your doctor.
Please show your doctor the following explanation:
5. Appearance of the Hypertension Indicator
This symbol
AK
flashes at the end of the measurement, if either your
systolic or diastolic blood pressure is higher than the recommended
values in accordance with the international guidelines (
ESH, ESC,
JSH
).
Systolic blood pressure: > 135 mmHg
Diastolic blood pressure: > 85 mmHg
6. Data Memory
This device always stores the last result at the end of the measure-
ment. To recall the reading, press and hold the ON/OFF button 1
while the device is switched off. Release the button as soon as all
display elements are shown. The stored result will then be shown,
indicated with the letter «M» AP.
7. Battery Indicator and Battery change
Low battery
When the batteries are approximately ¾ empty the battery symbol
AN
will flash as soon as the device is switched on (partly filled battery
displayed). Although the device will continue to measure reliably, you
should obtain replacement batteries.
Flat battery – replacement
When the batteries are flat, the battery symbol AN will flash as soon
as the device is switched on (flat battery displayed). You cannot
take any further measurements and must replace the batteries.
1. Open the battery compartment 3on the bottom of the device.
2. Replace the batteries – ensure correct polarity as shown by the
symbols in the compartment.
Which batteries and which procedure?
Use 2 new, long-life 1.5 V, size AA alkaline batteries.
Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry.
Remove batteries if the device is not going to be used for a
prolonged period.
8. Error Messages
If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement is
interrupted and an error message, e.g. «ERR 3», is displayed.
Information for the doctor on frequent appearance of the
Arrhythmia indicator
This device is an oscillometric blood pressure monitor that also
analyses pulse irregularity during measurement. The device is
clinically tested.
The arrhythmia symbol is displayed after the measurement, if pulse
irregularities occur during measurement. If the symbol appears
more frequently (e.g. several times per week on measurements
performed daily) we recommend the patient to seek medical advice.
This device does not replace a cardiac examination, but serves to
detect pulse irregularities at an early stage.
Error Description
Potential cause and remedy
«
ERR 1
» Signal too
weak
The pulse signals on the cuff are too weak.
Re-position the cuff and repeat the
measurement.*
«
ERR 2
» Error signal
During the measurement, error signals were
detected by the cuff, caused for instance by
movement or muscle tension. Repeat the
measurement, keeping your arm still.
