Microlife #BP3AB0-H User manual

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BP 3ABO-H
Semi-automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
Instruction Manual
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Semi-automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
Instruction Manual (model # BP 3ABO-H)
Table of contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Features of your blood pressure monitor.
1.2 Important information about self-measurement
2. Important information on the subject of blood pressure and its measurement
2.1. How does high/low blood-pressure arise?
2.2. Which values are normal?
2.3. What can be done, if regular high/low values are obtained?
3. Components of your blood pressure monitor
4. Putting your blood pressure monitor into operation
4.1. Inserting the batteries
4.2. Tube connection
5. Taking a measurement
5.1. Before a measurement
5.2. Common sources of error
5.3. Fitting the cuff
5.4. Measuring procedure
5.5. Inflating further
5.6. Discontinuing a measurement
5.7. Memory – displaying the last measurement
6. Error messages/troubleshooting
7. Care and maintenance
8. Warranty
9. Quality standards
10. Technical specifications
11. How to contact us

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1. Introduction
1.1. Features of your blood pressure monitor.
This blood pressure monitor (BP 3ABO-H) is a semi-automatic, digital blood pressure measuring
device for use on the upper arm. It enables very fast and reliable measurement of the systolic
and diastolic blood pressure as well as the pulse through the oscillometric method of measuring.
The device offers a clinically tested measurement accuracy and has been designed to be user-
friendly.
The large display allows both operational status and cuff pressure to be visible for the entire
duration of the measurement.
Before using, please read this instruction manual carefully and then keep it in a safe place.
For further questions on the subject of blood pressure and its measurement, please contact your
doctor.
Attention!
1.2. Important information about self-measurement
•Caution: Self measurement of blood pressure helps your health care professional
assist in the management of your blood pressure. Unusual values must always
be discussed with your doctor. Under no circumstances should you alter the
dosages of any drugs prescribed by your doctor.
• The pulse display is not suitable for checking the functioning of heart
pacemakers!
•In cases of cardiac irregularity (Arrhythmia), measurements made with this
instrument should only be evaluated by your doctor.
Electromagnetic interference:
The device contains sensitive electronic components (Microcomputer). Therefore, avoid strong
electrical or electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device, such as cellular telephones
and microwave ovens. These devices, when in operation close to your blood pressure monitor,
can lead to temporary impairment of the measuring accuracy.
2. Important information on blood pressure and its measurement
2.1. How does high/low blood pressure arise?
Your level of blood pressure is determined in a part of the brain called the circulatory center. This
part of your brain responds to a situation through feedback with the nervous system.To adjust
the blood pressure, the strength and frequency of the heart (Pulse) as well as the width of circu-
latory blood vessels is altered. Blood vessel width is altered by fine muscles in the blood vessel
walls.
The level of arterial blood pressure changes periodically during heart activity: During blood ejec-
tion from the heart (Systole) the value is maximal (systolic blood pressure value). At the end of
the heart’s ‘rest period’, Diastole or diastolic blood pressure value, blood pressure falls to a low
value. Blood pressure values must lie within certain normal ranges in order to prevent particular

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diseases.
2.2 Which values are normal?
Blood pressure is too high if at rest, your diastolic pressure is above 90mmHg and/or the systolic
blood pressure is over 160mmHg. You should bring these values to the attention of your
doctor immediately. Long-term values at this level endanger your health due to the
associated advancing damage to the blood vessels in your body.
Should the systolic blood pressure values lie between 140mmHg and 160mmHg
and/or the diastolic blood pressure values between 90mmHg and 95mmHg, please
consult your doctor, and check your blood pressure regularly.
With blood pressure values that are too low, i.e. systolic values under 105mmHg
and/or diastolic values under 60mmHg, please consult your doctor.
Even with normal blood pressure values, a regular self-check with your blood pressure monitor is
recommended. In this way you can detect possible changes in your values early and react appro-
priately, in consultation with your physician.
If you are undergoing medical treatment to control your blood pressure, please keep a record of
your blood pressure levels by carrying out regular self-measurements at specific times of the
day. Show these values to your doctor. Never use the results of your measurements to dis-
continue or independently alter the drug doses prescribed by your doctor.
Table for classifying blood pressure values (units mmHG) according to World Health
Organization:
☞Further information
•If your values are mostly standard under resting conditions but exceptionally high under
conditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suffering from so-
called “labile hypertension”. Please consult your doctor if you suspect that this might be the
case.
Warning:
•Diastolic blood pressure values above 120mmHg require immediate medical
treatment.
Range Systolic Diastolic Measures
Blood-pressure Blood-pressure
Hypotension (Low) lower than 100 lower than 60 Check with your doctor
Normal range between 100 and 140 between 60 and 90 Self-check
Mild hypertension (Hi) between 140 and 160 between 90 and 100 Consult your doctor
Moderately serious between 160 and 180 between 100 and 110 Consult your doctor
hypertension (Very Hi)
Serious hypertension higher than 180 higher than 110 Consult your doctor
(Danger) immediately

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2.3. What can be done if your blood pressure valves are consistently high or low?
a) Please consult your doctor.
Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) are associated with
considerable health risks. The concern is the arterial blood vessels of your body, which are
endangered due to constriction caused by deposits in the vessel walls. (Arteriosclerosis) This
can and does cause deficient supply of blood to important organs such as the heart,
brain, and muscles. Furthermore, with long-term continuously increased blood pressure
values, the heart will become structurally damaged.
There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differentiate between common
primary (essential) hypertension, and secondary hypertension. Secondary hypertension (high)
can be related to specific organ malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for information
about the possible origins of your own increased blood pressure values.
Lifestyle changes may assist in the reduction of a medically established high blood pressure
prevention. These lifestyle changes should be practiced on a continual basis:
1. Eating habits
•Strive for a healthy weight corresponding to your age.
•Avoid excessive consumption of common salt.
(Many packed foods contain large amounts of salt.)
•Avoid fatty foods.
2. Previous illnesses
Consistently follow any medical instructions for treating previous illness such as:
• Sugar Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus);
• Fat metabolism disorder, and,
• Gout..
3. Habits
•Smokers should give up smoking completely.
•If you drink alcohol, do so in moderate amounts only.
•Restrict your caffeine consumption (Coffee, coke, tea, chocolate, etc.).
4. Physical constitutioning:
•After a medical examination and clearance from your doctor, exercise regularly.
•Choose sports which require stamina and avoid those which require strength.
•Avoid reaching the limit of your performance.
•With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your doctor
before beginning your physical activities. Your doctor will advise you regarding
the physical activities that are best for you.

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80
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Systolic
Diastolic
Pulse
ON/OFF
Memory button
Quick release
valve
Pumping bulb
Cuff
Low
battery
indicator
T Connector
3. Components of the blood-pressure monitor
a) Measuring unit
b) Cuff:
Regular cuff (model # S102-m) for arm circumference 9-13”
Large cuff for arm circumference 13-17” (available as special accessory)
4. Operation of your blood pressure monitor.
4.1. Inserting the batteries
After you have unpacked your device, insert the
batteries. The battery compartment is located on the
underside of the device (see illustration).
a) Remove the battery cover.
b) Insert the batteries (4 x size AA 1.5 V), following
the indicated polarity.
c) If the battery warning appears in the display, the
batteries are discharged and must be replaced
with new ones.
Attention!
•After the battery warning appears, the device is
blocked until the batteries have been replaced.
•Please use «AA» Long-Life or Alkaline 1.5 V
Batteries. The use of rechargeable batteries is
not recommended.

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•If your blood pressure monitor is not used for
long periods, please remove the batteries from
the device.
Functional check:
Hold on the on/off button down to test all the
display elements. When functioning correctly icons
will appear.
4.2. Tube connection
•Cuff
Set up (or check) the tube connections between
cuff, instrument and pump ball as shown in the
diagram.
5. Taking a measurement
5.1. Before a measurement:
•Avoid eating, smoking as well as all forms of exertion directly before a measurement. All
these factors influence the measurement result. Relax by sitting in an armchair in a quiet
atmosphere for about ten minutes before a measurement.
•Remove clothes that fit closely to your upper arm.
•Always measure on the same arm (normally left).
•Take measurements at the same time of day, since blood pressure changes during the course
of the day.
5.2. Common sources of error:
Note:
Comparable blood pressure measurements always require the same conditions!
(quiet conditions).
•Supporting your arm can increase blood pressure. Make sure you are in a comfortable,
relaxed position and do not flex any of the muscles in the measurement arm during the
measurement. Use a cushion for support if necessary.
•If the arm artery cuff is considerably lower or higher than the heart, an erroneously higher or
lower blood pressure will be measured! (Each 15 cm difference in height results in a
measurement error of 10 mmHg!)
•Selecting the correct cuff size is of extraordinary importance. The cuff size is dependent upon
the circumference of the arm (measured in the center). The permissible range is printed on
the cuff. If your cuff does not fit properly, contact microlife.
Note: Only use clinically approved microlife cuffs!
•Aloose cuff or a sideways protruding air-pocket causes false measurement values.
•With repeated measurements, blood accumulates in the arm, which can lead to false results.
Correctly executed blood pressure measurements should be repeated after a 1 minute
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5.3. Fitting the cuff
a) Pass the end of the cuff through the metal stirrup
so that a loop is formed. The Velcro closer must
be facing outwards. (Ignore this step if the cuff
has already been prepared.)
b) Push the cuff over your left upper arm so that the
tube points in the direction of the lower arm.
c) Lay the cuff on the arm as illustrated. Make
certain that the lower edge of the cuff lies
approximately 2 to 3 cm (1”) above the elbow
and that the tube leaves the cuff on the inner
side of the arm.
Important! The white bar must lie exactly over
the artery which runs down the inner side of your
arm.
d) Tighten the free end of the cuff and close the
cuff with the velcro.
e) There should be no free space between the arm
and the cuff. Clothing must not restrict the arm.
Any piece of clothing which does (e.g. a pullover)
must be taken off.
f) Secure the cuff with the Velcro closer in such a
way that it lies comfortably and is not too tight.
Lay your arm on a table (palm upwards) so that
the cuff is at the same height as the heart. Make
sure that the tube is not kinked.
g) Remain seated quietly for two minutes before
you begin a measurement.
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Comment:
If it is not possible to fit the cuff to the left arm, it
can also be placed on your right arm. However, all
measurements should be made using the same arm.
5.4. Measuring procedure
After the cuff has been appropriately positioned, the
measurement can begin:
a) Switch on the instrument by pressing the
On/Off/Memory button. Many icons appear in
the display for 2 seconds: (Diag.)., A short double
beep follows to indicate that the instrument is
ready.
A «0» is shown in the display.
b) Grasp the pump ball with your free hand and
Inflate the cuff to a pressure at least 40 mmHg
higher than the expected systolic pressure. If you
do not know the value of this pressure, inflate to
a value of approximately 160–180 mmHg. The
cuff pressure is shown continuously on the
display.
d) After the inflation process lay down the pump
ball and remain in a quiet and relaxed sitting
position. The measurement now proceeds on its
own.
If no measurement takes place and all that
appears in the display is a flashing, upwards
pointing arrow, pump the ball once again and
inflate to a higher pressure «Inflate further».
When the instrument detects a pulse, a heart
symbol in the display starts to flash and a beep
is heard for every heart beat.
d) When the measurement has been concluded, a
long beep tone sounds. The measured systolic
and diastolic blood pressure values as well as
the pulse are now displayed.
The cuff pressure can now be quickly released
by pressing the release valve at the pump ball.
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5.5. Inflating further
If the cuff is not inflated sufficiently, the
measurement is stopped after a few seconds and a
flashing arrow pointing upwards appears in the
display.
It is then necessary to inflate at least 20 mmHg
higher than the previous value.
The instruction to inflate further can appear several
times if the pressure is still not sufficient.
Attention:
If the cuff is inflated too far (over 300 mmHg), «HI»
appears in the display and a warning signal is
sounded. The cuff pressure must then be
immediately released using the quick-release valve
at the pump ball!
As soon as the cuff is inflated sufficiently and the
measurement is proceeding, continue as described
under points c + d.
5.6. Discontinuing a measurement
If it is necessary to interrupt a blood pressure
measurement for any reason, press the quick
release valve at the pump ball. The device
immediately lowers the cuff-pressure automatically.
5.7. Memory – displaying the last
measurement
This blood pressure monitor automatically stores the
last measurement value. By pressing the MEMORY
button for at least 3 seconds, the last measurement
will be displayed.
☞Further information
Measurements should not occur soon after each other, to ensure accurate readings. Wait at
least 1 minute in a relaxed position, sitting or lying, before you repeat a measurement.
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