Omron HEM-SOLAR User manual

Solar Charging
Manual Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor
Model HEM-SOLAR
• Instruction Manual
• Mode d’emploi
• Gebrauchsanweisung
• Manuale di istruzioni
• Manual de instrucciones
• Gebruiksaanwijzing
• РУКОВОДСТВО ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ
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IM-HEM-4500-SOLE-01-03/09
5322504-1A
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Rev.10 2008/11/28
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Contents
Contents
Before using the unit
Introduction..................................................................................3
Important Safety Information......................................................4
1. Overview..................................................................................7
2. Preparation............................................................................11
2.1 Connecting/Replacing/Charging the Batteries ..................11
Operating instructions
3. Using the Unit........................................................................17
3.1 How to Sit Correctly When Taking a Measurement ..........17
3.2 Applying the Arm Cuff .......................................................19
3.3 Taking a Reading..............................................................22
4. Quick Reference Guide ........................................................26
Care and maintenance
5. Handling Errors and Problems............................................27
5.1 Error Messages.................................................................27
5.2 Troubleshooting ................................................................29
6. Maintenance and Storage ....................................................31
7. Optional Parts .......................................................................33
8. Technical Data.......................................................................34
9. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure...............37
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Introduction
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the OMRON HEM-SOLAR Upper Arm Blood
Pressure Monitor.
The OMRON HEM-SOLAR is a manual inflation blood pressure
monitor, operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your blood
pressure and pulse rate simply and quickly.
The OMRON HEM-SOLAR also recharges the battery using Solar
Power. Allowing for use in various situations and locations.
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before
using the unit. For specific information about your own
blood pressure, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.
Before using the unit
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Consult your doctor during pregnancy, arrhythmia and 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. Cuff inflation can cause internal
bleeding.
(Battery Usage)
• If battery fluid should get in your eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of
clean water. Consult a doctor immediately.
(AC Adapter Usage)
• Never plug in or unplug the power cord from the electric outlet with
wet hands.
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.
(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.
• Do not disassemble the unit, arm cuff or inflation bulb.
• Use only the approved arm cuff for this unit. Use of other arm cuffs
may result in incorrect measurement results.
• Do not inflate the arm cuff over 299 mmHg.
• Do not use a mobile phone near the unit. This could cause a
malfunction.
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Important Safety Information
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(Battery Usage for “AAA” batteries only)
• If battery fluid should get on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse
with plenty of clean water.
• Use only two “AAA” size 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 both “AAA”
batteries at the same time.
• Remove “AAA” batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or
more.
• Do not use new and used batteries together.
(Rechargeable battery Usage)
• Do not use If the Rechargeable battery gets wet.
• Do not charge the battery below/above 0°C to 40°C.
• Use only the original Rechargeable battery designed for this unit.
Please refer to Chapter 7.
(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 the AC adapter if the unit or the power cord is damaged.
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord immediately.
General Precautions
• Do not operate unit in a moving vehicle (car, airplane).
• Do not apply strong shocks and vibrations to or drop the unit and arm
cuff.
• Do not take measurements after bathing, drinking alcohol, 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 edge of the tube at the
connection with the main unit not the middle of the tube.
• Do not inflate the arm cuff when it is not wrapped around your arm.
• Do not wash the arm cuff or immerse it in water.
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Important Safety Information
• Read and follow the “Important information regarding Electro
Magnetic Compatibility (EMC)” in the Technical Data Section.
• Read and follow the “Correct Disposal of This Product” in the
Technical Data Section when disposing of the device and any used
accessories or optional parts.
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1.Overview
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1. Overview
Main unit
A. Display
B. I/O button (Power switch)
C. Air connector cap for cuff
D. Air connector for cuff
E. Air connector for inflation bulb
F. Air connector cap for inflation
bulb
G. AC Adapter jack
H. AC Adapter jack cap
I. Battery compartment
J. Solar panel
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1.Overview
Arm Cuff
Inflation Bulb
K. Arm cuff
(Medium cuff: arm circumference 22-32 cm)
L. Air Tube
M. Air Plug
N. Air Release Button
O. Air Tube
P. Air Inflation Bulb
Q. Air Plug
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1.Overview
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Display
R. Systolic blood pressure
S. Diastolic blood pressure
T. Deflation symbol
U. Reinflation symbol
V. Rechargeable battery indicator
W. Heartbeat symbol
1. Flashes during measurement
2. If flashing after measurement
completed, indicates blood
pressure out of recommended
range*
X. Pulse display
Y. Battery low symbol
* Note: If your systolic or diastolic
pressure is outside the
standard range (above 135/
85 mmHg) the Heartbeat
symbol ( ) will blink.
Please refer to Chapter 3.3.
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1.Overview
Package contents (others)
Z. Storage case
AA. AC adapter
AB. Rechargeable battery
• Instruction manual
• Guarantee card
• Blood pressure pass
AA
AB
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