Omron ReliOn HEM-741CREL User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
Automatic Inflation
Blood Pressure Monitor
Model HEM-741CREL
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Before Using the Monitor
Introduction ........................................................................ 3
Important Safety Notes ........................................................ 4
Before Taking a Measurement ............................................ 5
Operating Instructions
Know Your Unit .................................................................. 6
Unit Display ........................................................................ 7
Irregular Heartbeat Symbol ................................................ 7
Battery Installation .............................................................. 8
Using the AC Adapter .......................................................... 9
Setting the Date and Time ................................................ 10
Applying the Arm Cuff ...................................................... 13
Taking a Measurement ...................................................... 15
Using the Memory Function:
Averaging Function ....................................................17
Measurement Values ..................................................17
Care and Maintenance
Care and Maintenance ...................................................... 20
Error Indicators and Troubleshooting Tips ...................... 21
Quick Reference Guide .................................................... 22
FCC Statement ................................................................ 24
Warranty Information ........................................................ 25
Specifications .................................................................... 26
Notes .................................................................................. 27
CONTENTS
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Thank you for purchasing the ReliOn®HEM-741CREL Automatic
Blood Pressure Monitor.
INTRODUCTION
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Fill in for future reference.
DATE PURCHASED: __________________
SERIAL NUMBER: ____________________
Staple your purchase receipt here
Your new digital blood pressure monitor uses the oscillometric method
of blood pressure measurement. This means the monitor detects your
blood’s movement through your brachial artery and converts the
movements into a digital reading. An oscillometric monitor does not
need a stethoscope so the monitor is simple to use.
The HEM-741CREL comes with the following components:
•Monitor • Arm Cuff
•AC Adapter
•Instruction Manual printed in English and Spanish
The HEM-741CREL Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor is intended for
home use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before Using the Monitor
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To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should
always be followed including the precautions listed below:
þRead all information in the instruction book and any other literature
included in the box before using the unit.
þContact your physician for specific information about your blood
pressure. Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider.
þOperate the unit only as intended. Do not use for any other purpose.
þThe unit is intended for use in measuring blood pressure and pulse
rate in adult patient population. Do not use on infants.
þDo not use a cellular phone near the unit. It may result in
operational failure.
þDo not plug or unplug the adapter power cord with wet hands.
þChanges or modifications not approved by the manufacturer will
void the user warranty. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair
the unit or components.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
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BEFORE TAKING A MEASUREMENT
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To ensure a reliable reading follow these recommendations:
1. Avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, exercising, and bathing for
30 minutes before taking a measurement. Rest for at least 15 minutes
before taking the measurement.
2. Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during
stressful times.
3. Measurements should be taken in a quiet place.
4. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your left arm.
5. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Rest your left arm
on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart.
6. Remain still and do not talk during the measurement.
7. Keep a record of your blood pressure and pulse readings for your
physician. Asingle measurement does not provide an accurate
indication of your true blood pressure. You need to take and record
several readings over a period of time. Try to measure your blood
pressure at the same time each day for consistency.
8. Wait 2-3 minutes between measurements. The wait time allows the
arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood pressure
measurement. You may need to increase the wait time depending on
your individual physiological characteristics.
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KNOW YOUR UNIT
Air Jack
Main Unit:
Battery Compartment
ON/OFF START
Button
MEMORY Button
Date / Time
Setting Button
Display
AC Adapter Jack
Air Tube
Air Plug
User ID Button
Operating Instructions
AC Adapter
Components:
Arm Cuff
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UNIT DISPLAY
Diastolic Blood Pressure
Systolic Blood Pressure
Memory Symbol
Pulse Display
Date/Time Display
Low Battery Symbol
Irregular Heartbeat Symbol
Average Value Symbol
Heartbeat Symbol
Deflation Symbol
User ID Symbols
(User A / User B)
IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT SYMBOL
When the monitor detects an irregular rhythm two or more times during
the measurement, the Irregular Heartbeat Symbol ( )
will appear on the display with the measurement values.
The irregular heartbeat rhythm is defined
as a rhythm that varies by less than 25%
from the average rhythm or 25% more than
the average rhythm detected while the
monitor is measuring the systolic
and diastolic blood pressure.
If the irregular heartbeat symbol ( )
displays with your measurement results we
recommend you consult your physician.
Follow the directions of your doctor.
Normal Heartbeat
Irregular Heartbeat
Pulse
Blood
pressure
Pulse
Blood
pressure
Short Long
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Press the ▲indicator on the battery cover and
slide the cover off in the direction of the arrow.
2. Install 4 “AA” size batteries so the + (positive)
and - (negative) polarities match the polarities
of the battery compartment as indicated.
3. Replace the battery cover.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Low Battery Symbol
When the Low Battery Symbol appears on the display screen remove
all the batteries. Replace with four newbatteries at the same time.
When the Low Battery Symbol blinks a brief period of usage remains.
Long-life alkaline batteries are recommended.
NOTE:
•Measurement values stored in the memory will not be deleted
during battery replacement.
•After replacing the batteries, reset the date and time.
Refer to page 10, Setting the Date and Time.
•Dispose of batteries according to applicable local regulations.
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Use only the authorized Omron AC Adapter, (Model Number
HEM-ADPT1) with this monitor. Use of any other adapter
may cause damage to the monitor and will void the user warranty.
To connect the AC Adapter
①Insert the AC Adapter Plug into the AC Adapter Jack on the back side
of the monitor as illustrated.
②Plug the AC Adapter into a 120V AC outlet (60 cycles).
To disconnect the AC Adapter remove the AC Adapter from the electrical
outlet first and then remove the AC Adapter Plug from the monitor.
NOTE:
•We recommend batteries are installed and used with the AC
Adapter.If batteries are not installed the Date and Time must
be set each time the AC Adapter is disconnected from
the electrical outlet.
•When the AC Adapter is used, the battery life is extended.
USING THE AC ADAPTER
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Set the monitor to the current date and time before taking a measurement
for the first time. If the correct date and time are not set, the measurement
values stored in the memory and the average value will not be correct.
The Blood Pressure Monitor automatically stores up to 30
measurement values. The monitor also calculates an average reading
based on the three most recent measurements taken within 10 minutes
of the last reading.
NOTE:
•If only two readings are stored in the memory for the 10-minute
period, the average is based on the two readings.
•If one reading is stored in the memory for the 10-minute period,
this reading is displayed as the average.
1. TO START THE SETTING
Press the Date/Time Setting button to adjust
the date and time.
The year flashes on the display.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
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2. SETTING THE YEAR
The year can be set between 2005 and
2030. When the display reaches 2030,
it will return to 2005.
Press the MEMORY button to advance by
increments of one year.
Press the Date/Time Setting button to set
the current year.
The month flashes on the display.
NOTE:
•Press and hold the MEMORY
button to advance the date and
time values faster.
3. SETTING THE MONTH
Press the MEMORY button to advance
by increments of one month.
Press the Date/Time Setting button to set
the current month.
The day flashes on the display.
4. SETTING THE DAY
Press the MEMORY button to advance
by increments of one day.
Press the Date/Time Setting button to set
the current day.
The hour flashes on the display.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
5. SETTING THE HOUR
The time is set using AM or PM.
Press the MEMORY button to advance
by increments of one hour.
Press the Date/Time Setting button to set
the current hour.
The minutes flash on the display.
6. SETTING THE MINUTE
Press the MEMORY button to advance by
increments of one minute.
Press the Date/Time Setting button to set
the current minute.
The year flashes on the display.
Press the ON/OFF START button to turn the display off.
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1. Make sure the air plug is securely inserted
in the main unit.
2. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your
upper arm.
3. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor.
Place your arm on a table so the cuff is level with your heart.
4. Apply the cuff to your left upper arm so the blue arrow is centered
on the inside of your arm and aligned with your middle finger.
The air tube runs down the inside of your arm. The bottom of the
cuff should be approximately 1/2 " above your elbow.
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APPLYING THE ARM CUFF
1/2 inch (1 - 2 cm)
Air Tube
Arrow
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5.Wrap the cuff firmly in place around your arm using the closure strip.
APPLYING THE CUFF ON THE RIGHT ARM
When taking a measurement using the right arm use the instruction below.
Apply the cuff to your right upper arm so the blue arrow and the air tube
runs along the inside of your arm. The bottom of the cuff should be
approximately 1/2 “ above your elbow.
NOTE:
Be carefulnot to rest your arm on the air tube.
This will restrict the flow of air to the cuff.
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APPLYING THE ARM CUFF
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The monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level.
In rare circumstances when a higher inflation may be necessary, the
monitor automatically re-inflates the cuff up to 30 mmHg higher than
the initial inflation and restarts the measurement.
The monitor detects the pulse during inflation. Do not move your arm
and remain still during the measurement.
1. Press the ON/OFF START button
All display symbols appear on the screen. The screen changes to
display the User ID symbol with the current time.
NOTE:
•The screen will display the User ID last used.
•The default setting is A.
2. Press the USER ID button
Select the desired user. The display alternates
between A and B. You do not need to press this
button if no change is needed.
3. Press the ON/OFF START button
The cuff starts to inflate automatically.
NOTE: To stop the inflation or measurement, push the ON/OFF
START button. The monitor will stop inflating, start deflating,
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TAKING A MEASUREMENT
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4. Inflation stops automatically and the measurement is started.
As the cuff deflates, decreasing numbers appear on the display.
The Heartbeat Symbol ( ) flashes at every heartbeat.
5. When the measurement is complete, the arm cuff
completely deflates. Your blood pressure and
pulse rate are displayed.
6. Press the ON/OFF START Button
The monitor turns off.
NOTE: The monitor will automatically turn offafter fiveminutes.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL CONDITIONS
If your systolic pressure is known to be more than
220 mmHg, press and hold the ON/OFF START
button until the monitor inflates 30 to 40 mmHg
higher than your suspected systolic pressure.
NOTE:
•Do not apply more pressure than necessary.
•The monitor will not inflate above 299 mmHg.
TAKING A MEASUREMENT
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USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION
Every time you complete a measurement the monitor stores the blood
pressure and pulse rate in the memory. The Blood Pressure Monitor
automatically stores up to 30 measurement values for both User A and
User B. When 30 sets of measurement values are stored in the memory
for the user, the oldest record is deleted to save the most recent
measurement values.
AVERAGING FUNCTION
The monitor also calculates an average reading for each user based on
the values of the three most recent measurements that were taken within
10 minutes of the most recent reading.
NOTE:
•If only tworeadings are stored in the memory for the
10-minute period, the average is based on the two readings.
• If one reading is stored in the memory for the 10-minute
period, this reading is displayed as the average.
If the date and time is not set, the measurement values and the average
value will not be stored in the memory correctly.
1. Press the ON/OFF STARTbutton to turn the power on.
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USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION
2. Press the USER ID button to select the desired user (A or B).
3. Press the MEMORY button.The average value symbol will
display on the screen with the average reading for the
user ID selected.
NOTE: If there are no readings stored in memory,
the screen illustrated to the right
is displayed.
4. Press the MEMORY button again to display the
most recent measurement values.
NOTE:
• Press the button repeatedly to display the next values.
• Press and hold the button to display the values faster.
Alternating Display
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USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION
5. Press the ON/OFF START button to turn the power off.
TO DELETE ALL VALUES STORED IN THE MEMORY
You cannot partially delete records stored in the memory.
All records will be deleted for USER A/B selected.
1. Press the ON/OFF START button.
2. Press the USER ID button to select the desired user (A or B).
3. While holding the MEMORY and the ON/OFF START button
simultaneously for more than 2 seconds all records will be deleted.
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To keep your digital blood pressure monitor in the best condition and
protect the unit from damage follow the directions listed below:
Do not forcefully bend the arm cuff or air tube. Do not fold tightly.
Clean the monitor with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any abrasive or
volatile cleaners. Do not attempt to clean the cuff. Never immerse the
monitor or any components in water.
Store the monitor in a safe and dry location. Do not subject the monitor
to extreme hot or cold temperatures, humidity and direct sunlight.
Avoid subjecting the monitor to strong shocks,such as dropping the
unit on the floor.
Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or
longer. Always replace all the batteries with new ones at the same time.
Use the unit consistent with the instruction provided in this manual.
Use only authorized parts and accessories.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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