Microlife WatchBP Home S User manual

Instruction Manual
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Instruction Manual
WatchBP Home S makes screening
for AFIB and hypertension simple
and convenient.

Microlife WatchBP Home S is the world’s leading digital blood pressure measurement device for the early detection
of atrial fibrillation (AFIB) and hypertension. These are the two top risk factors of heart disease and stroke which
increase the risk of getting a stroke or heart disease in the future. It is important to detect AFIB and hypertension at
an early stage, even though you may not experience any symptoms. Appropriate treatment can reduce your risk of
suffering a stroke. For this reason, it is recommended taht you to visit your doctor when the WatchBP Home S gives an
AFIB signal during your blood pressure measurement. The AFIB algorithm of Microlife has been clinically investigated
by several prominent clinical investigators and showed that the device detects patients with AFIB at 97-100%
certainty. 1,2
1 Stergiou GS, Karpettas N, Protogerou A, Nasothimiou EG, & Kyriakidis M. Diagnostic accuracy of a home blood
pressure monitor to detect atrial fibrillation. J Hum Hyperten 2009; 1–5
2Wiesel J, Fitzig L, Herschman Y, &Messineo FC Detection of Atrial Fibrillation Using a Modified Microlife Blood
Pressure Monitor. Am J Hypertens 2009; 848–852

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Before using WatchBP Home S for the first time
Product description ................................................... 3 – 4
Activating the device ...................................................... 5
Selecting the correct cuff ................................................ 6
Taking measurements using
WatchBP Home S....................................................... 7 –8
Appearance of the AFIB
Indicator & Hypertension....................................... 9 – 10
AFIB indicator....................................................................9
Hypertension indicator.....................................................9
Continue-to-measure indicator..................................... 10
Going-to-doctor indicator.............................................. 10
Viewing and deleting measurements.......................11
Appendix
Batteries and power adaptor ....................................... 12
Safety, care, accuracy test and disposal ................13 – 14
Error messages ......................................................15 – 16
Important facts about AFIB and blood pressure ....17 – 18
Technical specifications ................................................ 19
Warranty card................................................................ 20
Table of Contents

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Pulse
/min
DIA
mmHg
SYS
mmHg
Pulse
/min
DIA
mmHg
SYS
mmHg
Pulse
/min
DIA
mmHg
SYS
mmHg
M Button (Memory)
Display ON/OFF Button
Cuff Socket
Power Socket
Battery Compartment
button lock switch
Before using WatchBP Home S for the first time
Product description

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Relax
Movement indicator Systolic Value
Diastolic Value
Going-to-Doctor
Continue-to-Measure
Pulse Rate
Number of Data
Pulse Indicator
Time
Date
Button lock Indicator
Stored Value
Low Battery Indicator
AFIB indicator
Hypertension Indicator
Average

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2)Set the month – Use the M button to set the month.
Press the ON/OFF Button to confirm.
Before using WatchBP Home S for the first time
Activating the Device
Pull out the protective strip from the battery
compartment.
Setting Up your Meter
Press ON/OFF button to confirm
Press M button to make selection
3)Set the day – Press the M button to set the day.
Press the ON/OFF Button to confirm.
1)Set the year – Upon removing the protective strip or
installing new batteries, the year number flashes in
the display. Use the M button to select the year. Press
the ON/OFF button to confirm your selection.

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Pulse
/min
DIA
mmHg
SYS
mmHg
4)Set the time – Once you have set the hour and
Minutes and pressed the ON/OFF button, the date
and time are set, and the current time is displayed.
5)If you want to change the date and time, briefly
take out and put back one battery from the battery
compartment. The year number will flash. Complete
the process as described above.
Selecting the correct cuff
The WatchBP Home S device is available with different
cuff sizes. If you believe the cuff size provided with your
device is incorrect, please contact Microlife.
*please use only Microlife cuffs!
M (Medium size)
22 - 32 cm (8.75 - 12.5 inches)
M is the correct size for most people.
L (Large size)
32 - 42 cm (12.5 - 16.5 inches)

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1) Before the measurement – Avoid taking
measurements directly after eating, drinking
or smoking. Prepare a chair and table for the
measurement. The chair should have a vertical back-
rest and the table should allow for your upper arm to
rest at the same height as your heart. Sit down and
relax for at least 5 minutes before the measurement.
2) Applying the cuff – Remove all clothing covering or
constricting the arm to be measured. Fit the cuff closely
around the arm, but not too tight, and be placed 2~3cm
above the elbow with the tube on the inside of the arm.
Taking measurements using WatchBP Home S
3) Start the measurement – Press the ON/OFF
Button to start measurement. The cuff will inflate
automatically.
Pulse
/min
DIA
mmHg
SYS
mmHg
*Prior to pressing the ON/OFF button, ensure that the button
lock switch is at unlock. Switch to lock to avoid accidental
activation of the buttons after use.
Support the arm at the same height as the heart
during measurement.

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4)Automated triple measurement– The WatchBP
Home S automatically takes three consecutive
measurements at 15 second intervals. Because blood
pressure constantly fluctuates, a result determined in
this way is more reliable than one produced by a single
measurement. During the measurement do not move,
cross your legs, or tense your arm muscles. Breath
normally and do not talk.
5) Finishing the measurement– Once the three readings
are complete, the measured data is automatically
averaged and displayed.
6) Storing measurement data- WatchBP Home S
automatically stores the average of the 3 consecutive
measurements, along with the date and time. A
total of 30 average measurements can be stored.
When memory is full, each new measurement will
automatically overwrite the earliest measurement.
*If one of the individual measurements was questionable, a
fourth one would automatically be taken.
* If the start/stop button is pressed during countdown it
will start measuring immediately; if the start/stop button
is pressed during measurement it will terminate the
measurement; the reading or average readings from the
measurements are displayed.
*The last three measurements will be saved for future
review. Please refer to page 11 “viewing measurements”.
15 sec.
12
15 sec.
3
15 sec.

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Appearance of the AFIB Indicator & Hypertension Indicator
1) AFIB Indicator– This device is able to detect atrial
fibrillation (AFIB). If AFIB is present during blood
pressure measurement, the AFIB Indicator
is displayed. It is highly recommended to take an
additional measurement an hour later to increase
the specificity of the detection. The Going-to-Doctor
animation is triggered to remind you to visit your doctor
for further examinations.
2) Hypertension Indicator– The Hypertension indicator
is displayed if the average of blood pressures
(BP) is greater than or equal to the cut-off point
135/85mmHg for systolic and diastolic BP.The
indicator is displayed in three different conditions:
(1) Both of the systolic and diastolic blood pressures are
greater than or equal to 135/85mmHg.
(2) The systolic BP is greater than or equal to 135mmHg.
(3) The diastolic BP is greater than or equal to 85mmHg.
SYS >=135 mmHg,
DIA <85 mmHg
SYS <135 mmHg,
DIA >=85 mmHg
SYS >=135 mmHg,
DIA >=85 mmHg
* Sometimes the device will detect atrial fibrillation even when it is not there. This can happen if the arm moves during the
reading or another rhythm problem is present. Keep the arm still during the reading. Visiting your doctor with this device may
be necessary to check out any rhythm problems.
* This device may not detect atrial fibrillation in people with pacemakers or defibrillators.

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3) Continue-to-measure Indicator –
If the average of blood pressures (BP) is greater than
or equal to the cut-off point 135/85mmHg for systolic
and diastolic BP, a continue-to-Measure symbol
is displayed together with hypertension indicator
to remind you to take another 3 days measurement
period to optimally determine the height of your blood
pressure. It is highly recommended to take another
3 days measurement period to get the usual level of
blood pressure if the Continue-to-Measure Indicator is
displayed. Do not share WatchBP Home S with others
during the 3-day measurment session.
4) Going-to-doctor indicator – If the 3-day average
of blood pressure is still more than 135/85mmHg,
either systolic BP or diastolic BP, the Going-to-doctor
animation is triggered. This happens when the M
button is pressed to recall the measurements. It is a
reminder for you to visit your doctor.
* 3 days don’t need to be 3 consecutive days.
* In the monitoring of hypertension, the Going-to-doctor
animation is triggered only if 3-day measurement session is
complete.
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Viewing measurements
1)When the M button is pressed, it displays the total
number of measurements stored, e.g. N=28, followed
immediately by the total number of measurements
with AFIB and then the average of all the
measurements. Every average reading can be viewed
by pressing the M button repeatedly.
Press M button
once again
Press and hold
M button for 7
seconds
Deleting measurements
*Before deleting data, be sure that the measurement data is
not required. When your BP values are too high or when your
values show AFIB it is recommended to show your BP values
to your doctor.
1)Press the M button and hold it for 7 seconds until the
clear symbol shows up.
2)Release the M button and press it once more. This will
delete all the measurements.
Viewing and deleting measurements
Total No. of
readings with AFIB
Total No. of
readings Average
2)The last three individual measurements can be viewed
by pressing and holding the M button until a “1” is
displyed on the screen. The values will be displayed
sequentially.

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Batteries and power adaptor
Battery indicator
When the batteries have ¼ power
supply left, the Battery Symbol will
flash each time the device is switched
on. Replace with new batteries when
battery indicator appears.
Replacing new batteries
When the batteries need to be replaced, the Battery
Symbol will flash each time the device is switched on.
1)Open the battery compartment at the back of the
device.
2)Replace the batteries – ensure correct polarity as
shown by the symbols in the compartment.
*Use 4 new, long-life 1.5V, size AA batteries.
*Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry.
*Remove batteries, if the device will not be used for a
prolonged period.
Using a power adaptor
The WatchBP Home S device can also be operated using
a Microlife power adaptor (DC 6V, 600mA).
*Only use Microlife branded power adaptors.
1)Plug the adaptor cable into the Power Plug in the
WatchBP Home S device.
2)Plug the adaptor plug into the wall socket. When
the power adaptor is connected, no battery power is
consumed.
Pulse
/min
DIA
mmHg
SYS
mmHg

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Protect the device from water and moisture
Protect the device from extreme heat and cold
Protect device from impact and drops
Protect the device from direct sunlight
Avoid proximity to electromagnetic fields, such as
those produced by mobile phones
Never open device
Safety, care, accuracy test and disposal
Observe the storage and operating conditions described
in the “Technical specifications” section of this manual.
• Ensure that children do not use the device unsupervised;
some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
• Only activate the pump when cuff is installed.
• Do not use the device if you think it is damaged or if
anything appears unusual.
• Read the further safety instructions in the individual
sections of the instruction manual.
Safety and protection
This device may be used only for the purpose described
in this booklet. The device comprises of sensitive
components and must be treated with caution. The
manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by
incorrect application.

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Do not wash the cuff!
Do not iron the cuff!
Accuracy test
We recommend the WatchBP Home S device be tested
for accuracy every 2 years or after mechanical impact
(e.g. being dropped). Please contact Microlife to
arrange for an accuracy test.
Cuff care
DO NOT wash the cuff. DO NOT iron the cuff cover.
Batteries and electronic instruments must
be disposed of in accordance with the locally
applicable regulations, and not as domestic waste.
Device care
Clean the device with a soft, dry cloth.
Pulse
/min
DIA
mmHg
SYS
mmHg
Disposal

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Error messages
If an error occurs during measurement, the
measurement is interrupted and an error message
«Err» is displayed.
•Please contact your local
Microlife service center, if this
or any other problem occurs
repeatedly.
•If you think the results are
unusual, please read through
the information in this
instruction manual carefully.
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.

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«HI»Pulse or cuff
pressure too
high
The pressure in the cuff
is too high (over 300
mmHg) OR the pulse is
too high (over 200 beats
per minute). Relax for 5
minutes and repeat the
measurement.
«LO»Pulse too
low
The pulse is too low (less
than 40 beats per minute).
Repeat the measurement.
«Err 3»No pressure
in the cuff
An adequate pressure
cannot be generated in
the cuff. A leak may have
occurred. Replace the
batteries if necessary.
Repeat the measurement.
«Err 5»Abnormal
result
The measuring signals are
inaccurate and no result
can therefore be displayed.
Read through the checklist
for performing reliable
measurements and then
repeat the measurement.

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Important facts about AFIB and Blood Pressure
What is Atrial Fibrillation (AFIB)?
Normally, your heart contracts and relaxes to a regular beat.
Certain cells in your heart produce electrical signals that cause
the heart to contract and pump blood. Atrial fibrillation occurs
when rapid, disorganized electrical signals are present in the
heart’s two upper chambers, called the atria, causing them to
contract quickly fast and irregularly (this is called fibrillation).
Atrial fibrillation is the most common form of heart arrhythmia
or irregular heart beat. You can live with atrial fibrillation, but it
can lead to other rhythm problems, chronic fatigue, heart failure
and —worst of all — a stroke. You’ll need a doctor to help you
control the problem.
How does AFIB impact my family or myself?
One in every six strokes are AFIB-related. Whilt individuals
above the age of 65 are more likely to have AFIB, individuals as
young as 40 can exhibit AFIB. Early diagnosis can help reduce the
risk of a stroke.
WatchBP Home S provides a convenient way to screen for AFIB
Knowing your blood pressure and knowing whether or not you or
your family members have AFIB can help reduce the risk of stroke.
WatchBP Home S provides a convenient way to screen for AFIB
whilt taking your blood pressure.
Risk Factors You Can Control
HighbloodpressureandAFIBarebothconsidered ‘controllable’ risk factors
forstrokes.Knowingyourbloodpressure andknowing whetherornotyou
haveAFIBisthefirststepinproactivestrokeprevention.