Omron HEM-7211 User manual

Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
Model HEM-7211
Instruction Manual
HEM-7211-C1_B_M01_100427.pdf
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Contents
Before using the unit
Introduction ................................................................................3
Important Safety Information .................................................... 4
1. Overview ...............................................................................7
2. Preparation ......................................................................... 10
2.1 Installing/Replacing the Batteries ..............................................10
2.2 Setting the Date and Time .........................................................11
Operating instructions
3. Using the Unit ..................................................................... 12
3.1 Applying the Arm Cuff ................................................................12
3.2 How to Sit Correctly ...................................................................14
3.3 Taking a Reading .......................................................................15
3.4 Using the Memory Function .......................................................18
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance .................................. 20
4.1 The Icons and Error Messages ..................................................20
4.2 Troubleshooting .........................................................................22
4.3 Maintenance ..............................................................................24
4.4 Storage ......................................................................................25
Care and maintenance
5. Optional Parts .................................................................... 26
6. Technical Data .................................................................... 27
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Introduction
Before using the unit
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the OMRON HEM-7211 Automatic Blood
Pressure Monitor.
The OMRON HEM-7211 is a compact, fully automatic blood pressure
monitor, operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your
blood pressure and pulse rate simply and quickly. Equipped with Dual
Check System and Cuff Wrapping Guide, HEM-7211 provides accurate
and anxiety-free blood pressure measurement everyday. For
comfortable controlled inflation without the need of pressure pre-
setting or re-inflation the devices uses its advanced “IntelliSense”
technology.
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before
using the unit.
Please keep for future reference.
For specific information about your own blood pressure,
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Consult your doctor prior to using in pregnancy or if diagnosed with arrhythmia
or arteriosclerosis.
Please read this section carefully before using the unit.
Warning:
• Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
(General Usage)
• Always consult your doctor. Self-diagnosis of measurement results and self-
treatment are dangerous.
• People with severe blood flow problems, or blood disorders, should consult a
doctor before using the unit, as cuff inflation can cause internal bleeding.
(AC Adapter Usage)
• Never plug in or unplug the power cord from the electric outlet with wet
hands.
(Battery Usage)
• If battery fluid should get in your eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of clean
water. Consult a doctor immediately.
Caution:
• Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or
other property.
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Important Safety Information
(General Usage)
• Do not leave the unit unattended with infants or persons who cannot express
their consent.
• Do not use the unit for any purpose other than measuring blood pressure.
• Use only the approved arm cuff for this unit. Use of other arm cuffs may result
in incorrect measurement results.
• Make sure that the air tube is not wrapped around other parts of your body
when taking measurements at night. This could result in injury when the air
pressure in the air tube is increased.
• Do not leave the cuff wrapped on the arm if taking measurements during the
night. This could result in injury.
• Do not inflate the arm cuff over 299 mmHg.
• Do not use a mobile phone or other devices that emit electromagnetic fields,
near the unit. This may result in incorrect operation of the unit.
• Do not operate the unit in a moving vehicle (car, airplane).
• To inflate the cuff manually, refer to Section 3.3. If the cuff is over inflated, it
can cause internal bleeding.
(AC Adapter Usage)
• Use only the original AC adapter (optional) designed for this unit. Use of
unsupported adapters may damage and/or may be hazardous to the unit.
• Plug the AC adapter into the appropriate voltage outlet. Do not use a multiple-
tap.
• Do not use the AC adapter if the unit or the power cord is damaged. Turn off
the power and unplug the power cord immediately.
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Important Safety Information
(Battery Usage)
• If battery fluid should get on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse with
plenty of clean water.
• Use only four “AA” alkaline or manganese batteries with this unit. Do not use
other types of batteries.
• Do not insert the batteries with their polarities incorrectly aligned.
• Replace old batteries with new ones immediately. Replace all four batteries at
the same time.
• Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or more.
• Do not use new and used batteries together.
General Precautions
• Do not apply strong shocks and vibrations to or drop the unit and arm cuff.
• Do not take measurements after bathing, drinking alcohol or caffeine,
smoking, exercising or eating.
• Do not forcibly bend the arm cuff or bend the air tube excessively.
• When removing the air tube, pull on the air plug at the connection with the
main unit not the tube itself.
• Do not inflate the arm cuff when it is not wrapped around your arm.
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1. Overview
1. Overview
Main Unit:
A. Display
B. Memory button
C. START/STOP button
D. Up/Down ( / ) buttons
E. Date/Time setting ( ) button
F. Air Jack
G. Battery compartment
H. AC adapter jack (for optional
AC adapter)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
HH
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1. Overview
Arm Cuff:
Storage case:
I. Arm cuff
(Medium cuff: arm circumference 22-32 cm)
J. Coloured Marker
K. Air tube
L. Air plug
I J K
L
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1. Overview
Display:
M. Date/Time display
N. Dual Check System
O. Systolic blood pressure
P. Diastolic blood pressure
Q. Heartbeat symbol
(Flashes during measurement)
R. Battery low symbol
S. Average value symbol
T. Memory symbol
U. Irregular heartbeat symbol
V. Movement error symbol
W. Blood pressure level indicator
X. Deflation symbol
Y. Cuff wrapping guide
Z. Pulse display and Memory
number
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
Y
Z
X
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2. Preparation
2. Preparation
2.1 Installing/Replacing the Batteries
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert four “AA” batteries as
indicated in the battery
compartment and then
replace the battery cover.
Notes:
• If the battery low symbol
( ) appears on the display, turn the unit off then replace all
batteries at the same time.
• The measurement values continue to be stored in memory
even after the batteries are replaced.
Disposal of used batteries should be carried out in accordance
with the national regulations for the disposal of batteries.
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2. Preparation
2.2 Setting the Date and Time
1. Press the button.
2. Set the monitor to the correct date and time before taking a
measurement for the first time.
3. Press the START/STOP button to store the setting.
Notes:
• If the batteries have been removed for 30 seconds or more,
the date and time setting will need to be reset.
• If the date and time are not set, “-:--” appears during or after
measurement.
1)
2)
Push or buttons to change.
Push the button to confirm.
Next setting appears.
Year Month Day Hour Minute
Operating instructions
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3. Using the Unit
3. Using the Unit
3.1 Applying the Arm Cuff
Remove tight-fitting clothing or tight rolled up sleeve from your upper
arm.
Do not place the cuff over thick clothes.
1. Insert the air plug into the air jack.
2. Put your arm through the cuff loop.
3. Position the arm correctly.
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3. Using the Unit
The bottom edge of the cuff should be 1 to 2 cm above the
elbow.
Marker (arrow under tube) is centred on the middle of your
inner arm.
Close the fabric fastener FIRMLY.
Notes:
• When you take a measurement
on the right arm, air tube will be at
the side of your elbow. Be careful
not to rest your arm on the air
tube.
• The blood pressure can differ between the right arm and the
left arm, and therefore also the measured blood pressure
values can be different. OMRON recommends to always use
the same arm for measurement. If the values between the two
arms differ substantially, please check with your doctor which
arm to use for your measurement.
1 to 2 cm
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3. Using the Unit
3.2 How to Sit Correctly
To take a measurement, you need to be
relaxed and comfortably seated, under
comfortable room temperature. No bathing,
drinking alcohol or caffeine, smoking,
exercising or eating 30 minutes before taking
a measurement.
• Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor.
• Sit upright with your back straight.
• The cuff should be at the same level as your
heart.
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3. Using the Unit
3.3 Taking a Reading
Notes:
• To cancel a measurement, press the START/STOP button to
turn the unit off and to release the air in the arm cuff.
• Remain still while taking a measurement.
1. Press the START/STOP button.
The cuff will start to inflate automatically.
Dual Check System
Press the START/STOP button, then the Dual Check System
lamp lights and the unit starts detecting a device error. If the
unit is accurate and functioning correctly, the Dual Check
System lamp remains lit during the measurement. If an error is
detected, the Dual Check System lamp flashes and “Er” will
appear on the display.
START INFLATE DEFLATE END COMPLETE
Cuff Wrapping Guide
If your systolic pressure is more than
220 mmHg
After the cuff starts to inflate, press and hold the
START/STOP button until the monitor inflates 30 to 40
mmHg higher than your expected systolic pressure.
Notes:
• The monitor will not inflate above 299 mmHg.
• Do not apply more pressure than necessary.
Dual
Check
System
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3. Using the Unit
Cuff Wrapping Guide
This monitor checks whether the cuff is applied correctly during
the inflation. When the cuff is applied correctly, is displayed
while taking a measurement or using the memory function. If
the cuff is not applied correctly, is displayed. Carefully read
and repeat the steps listed under section 3.1.
Note: Wait 2-3 minutes before taking another blood pressure
measurement. Waiting between readings allows the
arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood
pressure measurement.
Warning:
Self-diagnosis of measured results and treatment are
dangerous.
Please follow the instructions of your doctor.
2. Remove the arm cuff.
3. Press the START/STOP button to turn the monitor off.
The monitor automatically stores the measurement in its
memory.
It will automatically turn off after 2 minutes.
Important:
• Recent research suggests that the
following values can be used as a guide
to high blood pressure for measurements
taken at home.
This criteria is for home blood pressure measurement.
Systolic Blood Pressure Above 135 mmHg
Diastolic Blood Pressure Above 85 mmHg
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3. Using the Unit
• Your blood pressure monitor includes an irregular
heartbeat feature. Irregular heartbeats can
influence the results of the measurement. The
irregular heartbeat algorithm automatically
determines if the measurement is usable or
needs to be repeated. If the measurement results
are affected by irregular heartbeats but the result
is valid, the result is shown together with the
irregular heartbeat symbol ( ). If the irregular
heartbeats cause the measurement to be invalid, no result is
shown. If the irregular heartbeat symbol ( ) is shown after
you have taken a measurement, repeat the measurement. If
the irregular heartbeat symbol ( ) is shown frequently,
please make your doctor aware of it.
• If you move during measurement, the movement
error symbol ( ) will appear on the display.
Keep still and repeat the measurement.
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3. Using the Unit
3.4 Using the Memory Function
The monitor automatically stores the result up to 90 sets. It can
also calculate an average reading based on the measurements
from the last three readings taken within 10 minutes. If there
are only two readings in memory for that period, the average
will be based on two readings. If there is one reading in
memory for that period, the average will be based on one
reading.
Notes:
• If the memory is full, the monitor will delete the oldest
readings.
• When viewing the reading taken without setting the date and
time, “-:--” is displayed instead of the date and time.
To View the Average Value
1. Press the Memory button.
Note: If there are no measurements
results stored in the memory, the
screen to the right is displayed.
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3. Using the Unit
To View the Readings Stored in Memory
1. Press the button, while the average value is displayed.
The Memory number appears
for a second before the pulse
rate is displayed. The newest
set is numbered “1”.
2. Press the or button to view the readings stored in
memory.
: To the older readings
: To the more recent readings
To delete all the values stored in memory
When the memory symbol ( ) appears, first press the
Memory button. Then while holding it down, press the
START/STOP button simultaneously for about 2-3 seconds.
Note: You cannot partially delete the stored readings.
Alternating date/
time display
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4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance
4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance
4.1 The Icons and Error Messages
Error Display Cause Remedy
Irregular heartbeats are
detected.
Remove the arm cuff. Wait 2-3
minutes and then take another
measurement.
Repeat the steps in section 3.3. If
this error continues to appear,
contact your doctor.
Movement during
measurement.
Carefully read and repeat the steps
in section 3.3.
Cuff is not applied
correctly.
Apply the arm cuff correctly.
Refer to section 3.1.
The batteries are low.
You should replace them with new
ones ahead of time.
Refer to section 2.1.
The batteries are
exhausted.
You should replace them with new
ones at once.
Refer to section 2.1.
Air plug disconnected. Insert the plug securely.
Refer to section 3.1.
Arm cuff not applied
correctly.
Apply the arm cuff correctly.
Refer to section 3.1.
Air is leaking from the arm
cuff.
Replace the cuff with the new one.
Refer to Chapter 5.
Blink
Lit
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