Omron HEM-7221 User manual

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All for Healthcare
Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
Model HEM-7221
Instruction Manual

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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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Before using the unit
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the
Intended Use
This product is designed to measure the blood pressure and pulse
rate of people within the range of the designated arm cuff, following
the instructions in this instruction manual.
It is mainly designed for general household use. Please read the
Important Safety Information in this instruction manual before using
the unit.
OMRON HEM-7221 Automatic Blood
Pressure Monitor.
The OMRON HEM-7221 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-7221 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.
(Optional ACAdapter 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. 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.
(Optional AC Adapter Usage)
•Use only the original AC adapter 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.
Section when disposing of the device and any used accessories or optional parts.
• Read and follow the “Correct Disposal of This Product” in the Technical Data
Compatibility (EMC)” in the Technical Data Section.
• Read and follow the “Important information regarding Electro Magnetic
•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. Blue Strip
J. Air tube
K. Air plug
L. Grip
M. Arm cuff
(Arm circumference 17-32 cm)
M
I
K
L
J
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1. Overview
Display:
N. Date/Time display
O. Dual Check System
P. Systolic blood pressure
Q. Diastolic blood pressure
R. Heartbeat symbol
(Flashes during measurement)
S. Battery low symbol
T. Average value symbol
U. Memory symbol
V. Irregular heartbeat symbol
W. Movement error symbol
X. Blood pressure level indicator
Y. Deflation symbol
Z. Cuff wrapping guide
AA.Pulse display and Memory
number
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Z
AA
Y
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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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