Omron IA2 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
with Arm Cuff
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Model
EN_TC-cover[IA2] 9/27/04, 3:23 PM1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Notes on Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Initial Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
How to Install and Replace Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
How to Set the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Correct Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
How to Apply the Arm Cuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
How to Take a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
How to Use the Memory Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Contents
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Thank you for purchasing the IA2 Omron Automatic Blood Pressure
Monitor with IntelliSenseTM. Although your blood pressure fluctuates
throughout the day, no self adjustment is necessary as the monitor
intelligently adjusts to your changing conditions. The IntelliSense
monitor uses fuzzy logic intelligence to sense both your systolic and
diastolic blood pressure values, and the result is personalized inflation
for every reading. This virtually eliminates discomfort or incorrect
readings due to improper cuff inflation.
The IA2 also stores up to 90 sets of measurements in memory and
displays an average reading based on the three most recent
measurements..
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the unit. For
specific information about your own blood pressure, consult your doctor.
Introduction
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• The warning signs and the sample icons shown here are listed in order for you
to use the product safely and correctly, as well as to prevent the risk of damage
or injury to you and others from happening.
• The icons and meanings are as follows.
Notes on Safety
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Warning Sign Contents
Indicates matters in which bodily harm or material damage*
may arise as a result of incorrect handling.
* Material damage refers to a wide range of damage involving your house,
household goods, domestic animals, and pets.
Examples of Signs
The icon indicates actions that are prohibited (what you cannot
do).
Matters involving prohibited actions are indicated by text or pictures
in or near the icon.
The icon indicates compulsory actions that must always be
followed.
Matters involving compulsory actions are indicated by text or pictures
in or near the icon. The icon indicates general compulsory
items.
Caution
Self-diagnosis of measured results and treatment are dangerous.
Please follow the instructions of your physician.
Caution
Do not use the unit on infants or persons who cannot express their
consent.
Do not use the unit for any purpose other than measuring blood
pressure.
Do not use a cellular phone near the unit. This may result in
incorrect operation of the unit.
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Notes on Safety
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 apply strong shocks and vibrations to or drop the main unit.
Do not inflate the arm cuff when it is not wrapped around your arm.
When using batteries, the battery liquid may leak and damage the main unit.
Please observe the following points.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time
(approximately three months or more), take out the batteries.
• Replace old batteries with new ones immediately.
• Do not use old and new batteries together.
• Do not insert the batteries with their polarities incorrectly aligned.
Caution
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Know Your Unit
Air Jack
Main Unit:
Battery Compartment
Display:
START/STOP Button
MEMORY Button
Date/Time Setting Button
Display
AC Adapter Jack
Diastolic Blood Pressure
Systolic Blood Pressure
Memory Symbol
Pulse Display
Date/Time Display
Battery Low Symbol Irregular Heartbeat Symbol
Average Value Symbol
Heartbeat Symbol
Deflation Symbol
Movement Error Symbol
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Know Your Unit
Accessories:
Arm Cuff Air Tube
Air Plug
(Connects to Air Jack) Storage Case
Four “AA” batteries
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To help ensure a reliable reading, avoid eating, smoking, exercising for
at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement. You should also try to
measure your blood pressure at the same time each day.
1. Remove any tight-fitting clothing from your upper arm.
2. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm on
a table so that the arm cuff will be at the same level as your heart.
3. Apply the arm cuff to your upper arm.
• Apply the arm cuff to your upper arm. The coloured marker should
be centered on the inner side of your arm and pointing towards
your palm, so that the air tube runs along your forearm and is in
line with the middle finger.
4. Secure the cuff around your arm using the velcro strip.
Quick Reference Guide
1 - 2 cm
Air Tube
Marker
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5. Press the START/STOP button.
• The arm cuff will start to inflate
and the monitor will start the
measurement.
• Remain still and do not talk during
the measurement.
6. When measurement is complete, the monitor
displays your blood pressure and pulse rate,
and automatically deflates the cuff.
Notes:
• Always wait at least 2-3 minutes before taking another blood
pressure measurement.
You may require more rest time between readings depending
on your individual physiological characteristics.
• Only use the IA2 to measure your own blood pressure since the
results of measurements are stored in memory.
Quick Reference Guide
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START
STOP
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How to Install and Replace Batteries
1. Slide the battery cover down and lift it
off the main unit.
2. Install or replace four “AA” size batteries
so that the + (positive) and - (negative)
polarities match the polarities indicated
on the battery compartment, then replace
the battery cover.
Notes:
• If the battery low symbol ( ) appears
on the display, replace all four batteries
at the same time. Long-life alkaline
batteries are recommended.
• Remove the batteries if the monitor will not be used for three
months or more.
• If the batteries are removed for a long period of time, the
Date/Time setting will need to be reset. See “How to Set the Date
and Time” for details.
• Dispose of batteries according to applicable local regulations.
Initial Set-Up
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How to Install and Replace Batteries
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