Omron IntelliSense IW2 User manual

Automatic Wrist
Blood Pressure Monitor
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Model IW2
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Notes on Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Suggestions for Measuring Blood Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Initial Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Battery Installation/Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
How to Set the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Correct Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
How to Apply the Wrist Cuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
How to Take a Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
How to Use the Memory Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
How to Modify the Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the OMRON IW2 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure
Monitor.
This remarkable, compact and easy to use instrument is ideal for people who
frequently monitor their own blood pressure. The small, pre-formed wrist cuff
is very convenient and easy to apply.
With the push of a button the OMRON Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor
measures your blood pressure and pulse and displays the reading on a clear
digital panel. Perfect for quick, easy readings at home, at work, and while
traveling. It also stores up to 90 sets of measurements in memory and displays
an average reading based on the three most recent measurements.
The OMRON Wrist Monitor uses the oscillometric method of blood pressure
measurement. This means the monitor detects the pulse wave vibrations in the
artery of your wrist and converts the oscillations into a digital reading.
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 connected.
Frequently measuring the blood pressure in your wrist will provide you and
your doctor with an accurate indication of changes in your true blood
pressure.
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before using
the unit. For specific information about your own blood
pressure, consult your doctor.
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Notes on Safety
The OMRON IW2 is not suitable for measuring the frequency of cardiac
pacemakers.
You should never change the dosage of medication prescribed by your doctor.
People with poor peripheral circulation may find that results for measurements
taken at the wrist vary from those taken on the upper arm.
Use the OMRON IW2 only for yourself.
Caution
Self-diagnosis of measured results and treatment are dangerous. Please follow
the instructions of your doctor.
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, or other devices that emit electromagnetic fields,
near the unit. This may result in incorrect operation of the unit.
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.
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Know Your Unit
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Main Unit
Accessories
Two AAA Alkaline Batteries Storage Case
Display
MEM Button
START/STOP Button
SET Button
Wrist Cuff
Battery Compartment
Display Heart Symbol
(Flashes when the monitor
is at the correct position.)
Memory Value Symbol
(Displayed when viewing
values stored in memory.)
Average Value Display
(Displayed when viewing
the average value for last
three measurements.)
Cuff Deflation Symbol
Pulse Display
Diastolic Blood Pressure
Date/Time Display
Battery Low Symbol
Irregular Heartbeat
Symbol
Right Wrist
Measurement Symbol
Position Sensor Alarm Symbol
Systolic Blood Pressure
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Suggestions for Measuring Blood Pressure
Avoid eating, drinking, smoking, or 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.
Measurement should be taken in a quiet place and you should be in a
relaxed, seated position.
1. Align the wrist cuff with the level of your heart
and gently support your left arm with your right
hand. Do not place your right hand on the cuff
itself.
2. Press the START/STOP button.
Remain quiet, sit still and do not talk during the
measurement.
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 IW2 to measure your own blood pressure since the results
of measurements are stored in memory.
* Always wrap the wrist cuff around your wrist before starting to take a
measurement.
* Do not measure your blood pressure while you are in a vehicle.
* Always measure your blood pressure on the same wrist.
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Initial Set-Up
Battery Installation/Replacement
1. Remove the battery cover by pulling it off in the
direction of the arrow.
2. Insert two AAA batteries in the battery
compartment, so that their polarities match the
polarities of the battery compartment as
indicated.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Note:
* Make sure that the battery cover is securely in
position.
Caution:
* Use two identical 1.5V AAA batteries.
Note:
* The measurement values continue to be stored in memory even after the
batteries are replaced.
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MEM
SET
START
STOP
MEM
SET
START
STOP
MEM
SET
START
STOP
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Initial Set-Up
Battery Life & Replacement
• High performance alkaline dry cell batteries (2 “ AAA”) should be good for
approximately 300 readings.
• Battery life varies with ambient temperature, battery life is shorter under cold
conditions such as during the winter.
• The dry cell batteries provided are for monitoring and may run down before
300 readings.
• If the battery low symbol blinks while measuring or if pressure is not applied
when the START/STOP button is pressed, replace both batteries (use the
same type).
• Holding the START/STOP button down may shorten battery life. To avoid
pressure on the button when transporting or storing, use the case provided.
• Dispose of batteries according to applicable local regulations.
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Battery Installation/Replacement
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Initial Set-Up
How to Set the Date and Time
Your blood pressure monitor automatically stores up to 90 measurement values
in its memory and calculates an average value based on the last three
measurements. To make use of the memory and average value function:
• Set the monitor to the correct date and time before taking a measurement
for the first time.
• If the batteries have been removed for a long period of time, the date and
time setting will need to be reset.
1. When the batteries are installed for the first time,
the year digits (2004) will flash on the display
when you turn on the monitor.
Note:
* The range for the year setting is 2004 to 2030.
If the year reaches 2030, it will return to 2004.
* If you need to reset the date and time, press the SET button until the
setting you want to adjust appears on the display, then press the MEM
button to change the setting.
2. Press the MEM button to advance the digits one
at a time.
Note:
* If you hold down the MEM button, the digits
will advance rapidly.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting when
the desired number appears on the display.
The year setting is set and the month digits will
flash.
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Initial Set-Up
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the month and date (day).
5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the hour and minutes for the time.
Note:
* The monitor will automatically turn itself off after you press the SET
button to confirm the minute setting.
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How to Set the Date and Time
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