Omron MX 3 Plus User manual

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1How to obtain meaningful blood
pressure readings 1
2Overview 2
3Preparation 3
4Operation 4
5Memory 7
6Error: causes and rectifications 8
7Maintenance and spare parts 8
8Technical data 9
9General information about blood
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The OMRON MX3 Plus measures your blood pressure and pulse simply and quickly
from the arm, without the use of an inflation bulb or stethoscope. The measurement
values are stored in the memory of the OMRON MX3 Plus.
The OMRON MX3 Plus includes a standard cuff for arm circumferences ranging from
22-32 cm. Optional large cuffs (32-42 cm) can be applied.
Introduction
1 How to obtain meaningful blood pressure readings
Table of contents
General
•The OMRON MX3 Plus is not suitable
for measuring the frequency of cardiac
pacemakers.
•Consult your doctor during pregnancy,
arrhythmia and arteriosclerosis as this
can influence the measurement.
•Avoid eating, drinking (alcohol),
smoking, sport and taking a bath before
measurement.
•Be calm and relaxed before and during
measurement.
•You should never change the dose of
medicines prescribed by your doctor.

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•Store the OMRON MX3 Plus in a dry,
closed place with a temperature
between -20°C and 60°C.
•Remove the batteries if you not intend
to use the OMRON MX3 Plus for 3
months or more.
Tips for use
•Check your blood pressure at least twice
a day (before breakfast, after work).
•Do not measure your blood pressure
while you are in a vehicle.
•Always measure on the same arm.
•Wrap the cuff around your arm before
start of measurement.
Caution
•Operating temperature between 10°C
and 40°C.
•Operating environment must be free
from excessive vibrations, shocks,
magnetic fields, electrical noise, etc.
•Stay out of sunlight during measuring.
•Keep portable phones 5 meters away
during measurement.
•Do not wrap the cuff around any object
other than your arm.
•Do not fold the cuff and the tube.
•Do not drop the OMRON MX3 Plus.
ADisplay
BMemory recall
button
CStart button
DOn/off button
EAC adapter jack
FCuff
GAir tube
HAir plug
JBattery
compartment
KAir jack
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Insert batteries
1Slide off the battery cover. 2Insert four batteries as indicated in the
battery compartment and close
compartment
Caution! Use four identical 1.5V
alkaline batteries type AA LR6!
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Connect cuff
1Insert air plug in air jacket.
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Fit cuff
Caution! Do not inflate the cuff when not
wrapped around the arm!
1Bare your arm.
Caution! Push up your sleeve: avoid
constricting the blood flow!GAir tube
LRing
3 Preparation
2Pass the end of the cuff through the ring.
Caution! Keep the air tube on the
outside!
3Put your arm through the loop.
Note:keep the tube even with your
middle finger.
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Note: for right arm use keep the tube
parallel with your little finger!
4Hold the end of the cuff and wrap it
around your arm.
Caution! Be sure the cuff fits closely;
do not pinch your arm!
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Control functions
BMemory recall button
CStart button
DOn/off button
Measurement
MSystolic blood pressure in mmHg.
NHeart symbol: flash - measurement
takes place, light up - finish
measurement.
PDiastolic blood pressure in mmHg.
QMemory display: values in memory.
RPulse: heartbeats per minute.
SBattery exhausted: batteries are
weak/exhausted.
TDeflation: cuff deflates and
measurement finishes.
UInflation: cuff inflates and measurement
starts.
VMemory position: 1 to 14.
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Caution! Allow an interval of at least three minutes between two successive measurements!
1Sit comfortably at a table with your feet
flat on the floor and rest your arm on
the table.
2Relax your arm and turn your palm
upward.
Caution! Cuff at heart height during
measurement!
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3Press on/off button.
Caution! Wait for zero and the heart symbol to continue!
4Press start button
Note:the unit inflates the cuff to 170
mmHG. If required the unit
automatically increases the pressure by
40 mmHg.
Note:press and hold the start button to
set pressure higher than 170 mmHG.
Caution! Do not inflate over 280
mmHg!
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Note:the cuff deflates automatically. Caution! Sit still, do not move and do not
speak!
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Read display
2Note values in your personal blood
pressure pass.
3Press on/off button to turn off power.
Note:power automatically shuts of in 5
minutes.
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1Read the values of blood pressure and pulse from the display.
Note:display shows blood pressures and heartbeats alternately.

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Recall previous values
1Press on/off button to turn on power.
2Press memory recall button for latest
and previous values.
Note:display shows alternately blood
pressures and heartbeats.
3Press on/off button to turn off power.
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Erase memory
WMemory position of latest and previous
values (1-14).
1Press on/off button to turn on power. 2Press memory recall button and simul-
taneously on/off button to erase memory.
Caution! All stored values will be erased!
Press on/off button to turn off power.
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Indication Error Cause Rectification
Correct Cuff pressure
reading low
not
possible Movement
Very weak
artery pulse
Cuff pressure
too high
Low Batteries weak/ Fit four new identical 1.5V
voltage exhausted alkaline batteries type AA
LR6
Display empty
•Use a soft, slightly moistened cloth to
clean the OMRON MX3 Plus.
Caution! Do not use petrol, thinners or
similar solvents!
•Use a soft, moistened cloth and soap to
clean the cuff.
Caution! Do not wash the cuff!
Caution! Do not use petrol, thinners or
similar solvents!
•Do not carry out repairs of any kind
yourself. If a defect occurs consult your
OMRON retail outlet or distributor as
mentioned on the packaging.
Calibration
•It is recommended to have the OMRON
MX3 Plus inspected every two years to
ensure correct function and accuracy.
Consult your OMRON retail outlet or
OMRON distributor as mentioned on the
packaging.
Replace batteries
•Remove the battery out of the battery
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7 Maintenance and spare parts
Wait for at least three minutes to repeat
measurement.
Inflate the cuff 40 mmHg higher than
previous value.
Follow instructions, repeat
measurement.
Wait for at least three minutes to repeat
measurement.
Inflate the cuff 30 mmHg lower than
previous value.
Follow instructions, repeat
measurement.

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Product name OMRON MX3 Plus
Model HEM-742-E
Display Digital LCD
Measuring range Blood pressure: 0 - 299 mmHg / Pulse: 40 - 180 beats/minute
Accuracy Pressure: ± 3 mmHg
Pulse: ± 5% of display reading
Inflation Automatic by electric pump
Deflation Automatic pressure release valve
Rapid pressure release Automatic exhaust valve
Pressure detection Capacitive pressure sensor
Measuring method Oscilliometric
Power supply 4 x 1.5V alkaline batteries type (LR6) AA
AC adapter (optional part)
Battery life New batteries will last for approximately 300 measurements
Operating temperature/humidity +10°C to +40°C / 30% to max. 85% relative humidity
Operating environment Free from excessive vibrations, shocks, magnetic fields,
electrical noise, etc.
Storage temperature/humidity -20°C to +60°C /10% to max. 95% relative humidity
Weight Approximately 350 gr including cuff, excluding batteries
Outer dimensions Approximately 118 mm (W) x 90 mm (H) x 130 mm (D)
Cuff dimensions Approximately 145 mm (W) x 480 mm (L)
Arm circumference 22 cm to 32 cm
Accessories Cuff, instruction manual, guarantee card, blood pressure pass
Optional parts Large cuff for arm circumferences between 32 - 42 cm, AC adapter
Note Subject to technical modification without prior notice
= Type B 0197
Manufacturer OMRON MATSUSAKA Co., Ltd. Japan
EU-representative OMRON HEALTHCARE EUROPE B.V., Kruisweg 577, NL-2132 NA
Hoofddorp
This device fulfils the provisions of the EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive). This blood
pressure monitor is designed according to the European standard EN1060, Non-invasive
sphygmomanometers Part 1: General Requirements and Part 3: Supplementary requirements for
electromechanical blood pressure measuring systems.
8 Technical data
compartment and insert four new identical
1.5V alkaline batteries type AA LR6
batteries.
Spare parts
•Due to high company quality standards,
OMRON considers the main unit as a
non-serviceable part because the need
for proper calibration after replacement
of high tech components.
Attention! Disposal of batteries
and the OMRON MX3 Plus
should be carried out in
accordance with the national
regulations for the disposal of
electronic products.

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Blood circulation
The blood circulation is responsible for
supplying the body with oxygen. Blood
pressure is the pressure exerted on the
arteries.
The systolic blood pressure value (higher
pressure or top value) represents the
blood pressure produced by contraction of
the heart muscle.
The diastolic blood pressure value (lower
pressure or lower value) represents the
blood pressure produced by relaxation of
the heart muscle.
Classification of blood pressure
The World Health Organisation (WHO)
and the International Society of
Hypertension (ISH) developed the blood
pressure classification. This classification
is based on the blood pressure values
measured while sitting on a chair in the
outpatient department of a hospital.
Health and blood pressure
The incidence of hypertension increases
with age. In addition, a lack of exercise,
excess body fat and high levels of choles-
terol (LDL), which sticks to the inside in
blood vessels, reduces elasticity of these
vessels. Hypertension accelerates arterial
sclerosis which can lead to very serious
conditions such as stroke and myocardial
infarction. For these reasons it is very
important to know whether the blood
pressure is within a healthy range. Blood
pressure fluctuates from minute to minute,
throughout the day. Therefore it is essential
to take regular measurements to help you
identify an average blood pressure.
Symptoms of high blood pressure
High blood pressure can go unnoticed for
a long time, since it does not cause notice-
able symptoms. The following are all
possible causes of abnormally high blood
pressure:
Optimal blood
pressure
(target value)
Normal blood
pressure
Normal systolic value
Mild hypertension
Moderate hypertension
Severe hypertension
Systolic blood pressure
(mmHg)
Diastolic
blood
pressure
(mmHg)
80
180
160
140
130
120
85 90 100 110
According to the blood pressure classification by the WHO/ISH.
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