Omron HEM-609 User manual

Automatic Wrist
Blood Pressure Monitor
with
Instruction Manual
Model HEM-609
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Before Using the Monitor
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important Safety Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Before Taking a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operating Instructions
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Unit Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Irregular Heartbeat Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Applying the Wrist Cuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Taking a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using the Memory Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Care and Maintenance
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Error Indicators .................................17
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Warranty Information .............................20
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the Omron HEM-609 Portable Wrist
Blood Pressure Monitor.
Fill-in for future reference
DATE PURCHASED: ________________
SERIAL NUMBER: __________________
Staple your purchase receipt here.
The monitor is compact and easy-to-use at home, at work, and
during travel. Perfect for people who frequently monitor their
own blood pressure.
Omron digital blood pressure monitors use the oscillometric method
of blood pressure measurement. This means the monitor detects your
blood’s movement through your brachial artery and converts the
movements into a digital reading. An oscillometric monitor does
not need a stethoscope so the monitor is simple to use.
Clinical research has proven a direct relationship between blood
pressure in the wrist and blood pressure in the arm. Changes in
wrist blood pressure reflect changes in arm blood pressure
because the arteries in the wrist and the arm are close to each
other. Frequently measuring the blood pressure in your wrist
will provide your physician with an accurate indication of
changes in your blood pressure.
The Omron HEM-609 Portable Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor is
intended for home use.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
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To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should
always be followed including the precautions listed below:
þConsult 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.
þRead all information in the instruction book and any other
literature included in the box before using the unit.
þContact your physician for specific information about your blood
pressure. Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider.
þOperate the unit only as intended. Do not use for
any other purpose.
þThe unit is intended for use in measuring blood pressure and
pulse rate in adult patient population. Do not use on infants.
þDo not use a cellular phone near the unit. It may result in
operational failure.
þChanges or modifications not approved by Omron Healthcare
will void the user warranty. Do not disassemble or attempt to
repair the unit or components.
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BEFORE TAKING A MEASUREMENT
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1. Avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for 30 minutes before
taking a measurement. Rest for at least 15 minutes before
taking the measurement.
2. Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during
stressful times.
3. The cuff can be applied to your left or right wrist.
4. Measurements should be taken in a quiet place.
5. Position the unit at heart level throughout the measurement.
6. Remain still and do not talk during the measurement.
7. Keep a record of your blood pressure and pulse readings for your
physician. Asingle measurement does not provide an accurate
indication of your true blood pressure. You need to take and
record several readings over a period of time. Try to measure
your blood pressure at the same time each day for consistency.
8. Wait 2-3 minutes between measurements. The wait time allows
the arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood
pressure measurement. You may need to increase the wait time
depending on your individual physiological characteristics.
Initial Set-Up
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KNOW YOUR UNIT
Main Unit
Display
MEM Button
START/STOP Button
SET Button
Wrist Cuff
Battery Compartment
Components
Two “AAA” Alkaline Batteries Storage Case
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UUNIT DISPLAY
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Display
Heart Symbol
Memory Value Symbol
(Displayed when
using memory.)
Average Value Display
(Displayed when using
memory, average
value for last three
measurements.)
Cuff Deflation Symbol
Pulse Display
Diastolic Blood Pressure
Systolic Blood Pressure
Date/Time Display
Battery Low Symbol Irregular Heartbeat
Symbol
IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT SYMBOL
When the monitor detects an irregular rhythm twoor more times
during the measurement, the Irregular Heartbeat Symbol ( )
will appear on the display with the measurement values.
The irregular heartbeat rhythm is defined
as a rhythm that varies by more than
or less than 25% from the average
rhythm detected while the monitor
is measuring the systolic and
diastolic blood pressure.
If the irregular heartbeat symbol ( )
displays with your measurement
results we recommend you consult your
physician. Follow the directions of your doctor.
Normal Heartbeat
Irregular Heartbeat
Pulse
Blood
pressure
Pulse
Blood
pressure
Short Long
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Press both sides of the battery cover and
slide the cover off in the direction of the arrow.
2. Install 2 “AAA” size batteries so the
+(positive) and - (negative) polarities
match the polarities of the battery
compartment as indicated.
3. Replace the Battery Cover. Make sure the
battery cover is securely in place.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Initial Set-Up
When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display screen
removeboth worn batteries. Replace with twonew batteries at the
same time. Long-life alkaline batteries are recommended.
When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display screen
removeboth batteries. Replace with twonew 1.5V “AAA”
identical batteries at the same time. Long-life alkaline batteries
are recommended.
NOTE:
Measurement values stored in the memory will not be deleted
during battery replacement.
After replacing the batteries, reset the date and time. Refer to page
9, Setting the Date and Time.Initial
MEM
SET
START
STOP
MEM
SET
START
STOP
LowBattery Indicator
MEM
SET
START
STOP
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
The Blood Pressure Monitor stores up to 90 measurement values
with the date and time. The monitor also calculates an average
reading based on the last three measurement values.
Set the monitor to the current date and time before taking
ameasurement for the first time. If the current date and time
is not set, a default date and time will display.
1. TO START THE SETTING
Press the SET button to adjust the date and time.
The year flashes on the display.
2. SETTING THE YEAR
The year can be set between 2004 and 2030.
When the display reaches 2030, it will return
to 2004.
Press the MEM button to advance by increments
of one year.
Press the SET button to set the current year.
The month flashes on the display.
NOTE:
•Press and hold the MEM button to increase the values faster.
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3. SETTING THE MONTH
Press the MEM button to advance by increments of one month.
Press the SET button to set the current month.
The day flashes on the display.
4. SETTING THE DAY
Press the MEM button to advance by increments of one day.
Press the SET button to set the current day.
The hour flashes on the display.
5. SETTING THE HOUR
The time is set using AM or PM.
Press the MEM button to advance by increments
of one hour.
Press the SET button to set the current hour.
The minutes flash on the display.
6. SETTING THE MINUTE
Press the MEM button to advance by increments of one minute.
Press the SET button to set the current minute.
The year flashes on the display.
7. Press the START/STOP button to turn the display off.
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
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