Omron SpotArm i-Q132 User manual

SpotArm™ Type Blood Pressure Monitor
Model i-Q132
• Instruction Manual
• Mode d’emploi
• Gebrauchsanweisung
• Manuale di istruzioni
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IM-HEM-1010-E-04-05/2012
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Contents
Before using the unit
Introduction ................................................................................. 3
Important Safety Information ..................................................... 4
1. Overview ................................................................................ 7
2. Preparation .......................................................................... 10
2.1 Installing/Replacing the Batteries ...............................................10
2.2 Connecting the AC Adapter........................................................13
2.3 Setting the Date and Time ..........................................................14
Operating instructions
3. Using the Unit...................................................................... 19
3.1 How to Sit Correctly When Taking a Measurement....................19
3.2 Place Your Arm Through the Arm Cuff.......................................21
3.3 Taking a Reading........................................................................23
3.4 Instructions for Special Conditions .............................................31
3.5 Using the Memory Function........................................................32
Care and maintenance
4. Handling Errors and Problems .......................................... 39
4.1 Error Messages ..........................................................................39
4.2 Troubleshooting ..........................................................................41
5. Maintenance and Storage .................................................. 44
6. Technical Data..................................................................... 46
7. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure ............. 48

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Introduction
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Before using the unit
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the OMRON i-Q132 Intellisense SpotArm™
Type Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor.
The OMRON i-Q132 Intellisense is a fully automatic blood pressure
monitor, operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your
blood pressure and pulse rate simply and quickly. For comfortable
controlled inflation without the need for pressure pre-setting or re-
inflation the device uses its advanced “Intellisense” technology.
The adjustable cuff angle corrects the body posture which tends to be
stooped. The elbow rest stabilizes the position and keeps the arm at
the most appropriate angle.
By simply placing the arm through the cuff, it automatically wraps
around your arm to the appropriate size and starts to measure your
blood pressure and pulse rate.
The monitor stores measurement results for two people and features
morning and evening averages.
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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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.
(AC Adapter Usage)
• Never plug in or unplug the power cord from the electric outlet with
wet hands.
(Battery Usage)
• If battery fluid should get in your eyes, immediately rinse with plenty
of clean water. Consult a doctor immediately.
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.

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Important Safety Information
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• Do not inflate the arm cuff over 299 mmHg.
• If the cuff does not stop inflating, or some other abnormality occurs,
press the Emergency Deflation Switch immediately to prevent from
internal bleeding or damage to peripheral nerves.
• To inflate the cuff manually, refer to Chapter 3.4. If the cuff is over
inflated, it can cause internal bleeding.
• Be sure to remove watches and other jewelry (rings, bracelets) etc.
that could damage the cuff lining during application.
• Do not take readings if the cuff lining is damaged. This could cause
injury.
• Do not use a mobile phone near the unit. This could cause a
malfunction.
(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.
(Battery Usage)
• If battery fluid should get on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse
with plenty of clean water.
• Use only four “AA” alkaline 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 all four
batteries at the same time.
• Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or
more.
• If the batteries have been removed for more than 30 seconds, the
date and time setting will need to be reset.
• Do not use new and used batteries together.

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Important Safety Information
General Precautions
• Do not apply strong shocks and vibrations to or drop the unit.
• Do not take measurements after bathing, drinking alcohol, smoking,
exercising or eating.
• 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.
• When the unit is not in use, or if it is moved etc., do not place objects
(writing implements, note books, the AC adapter etc.) in the arm cuff.
This could cause damage to the cuff lining or the unit and prevent the
unit from taking correct readings.
• Do not inflate the arm cuff if your arm is not in place.
• Do not take readings if your arm is placed incorrectly (upside down or
from the opposite side of the unit).
• Do not move the unit unless the arm cuff has been secured.

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1. Overview
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1. Overview
Main Unit
A. Arm cuff release button
Press this to open as shown above.
B. Cuff lining
C. MEMORY button
D. User ID selection button
E. Weekly average (Morning /
Evening ) button
F. START/STOP button
G. O/I button (Power switch)
H. Handle
I. Elbow rest
J. Arm cuff
K. AC adapter jack
L. Emergency deflation switch
Press this to stop measurement in an
emergency.
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Rear viewWhen the arm cuff is open

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1. Overview
Display
M. Systolic blood pressure
N. Diastolic blood pressure
O. Pulse display
P. Deflation symbol
Q. Date/Time display
R. Week display
S. Battery low symbol
T. Posture symbol
Displayed when sitting incorrectly.
U. Movement symbol
Displayed if you move your body during
the measurement.
V. Irregular heartbeat symbol
W. User select symbol
Indicates to select the user I.D. or guest.
X. User ID symbol (A or B)
Indicates user A or user B as selected
by the user to take a measurement or
when using the memory function.
Y. Guest symbol
Z. Heartbeat symbol
1. Flashes during measurement.
2. If flashing after measurement
completed, or when viewing results
stored in the memory, indicates
blood pressure out of recommended
range*.
AA. Morning hypertension symbol
Indicates blood pressure out of
recommended range
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AB. Morning average symbol
Displayed when viewing morning
averages using the memory function.
AC. Evening average symbol
Displayed when viewing evening
averages using the memory function.
AD. Average value symbol
Displayed when viewing value for the
last three measurements.
AE. Memory symbol
Displayed when viewing values stored
in the memory.
* Note: If your systolic or diastolic
pressure is outside the standard
range (above 135/85 mmHg) the
Heartbeat symbol as well as the
Morning hypertension symbol will
blink. Please refer to Chapter
3.3.8.
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1. Overview
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Package Contents
AF. Four “AA”alkaline (LR6)
batteries
AG. AC adapter
• Instruction manual
• Quick guide
• Guarantee card
• Blood pressure pass
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2. Preparation
2. Preparation
2.1 Installing/Replacing the Batteries
To set the date and time, first insert the batteries, then attach the AC
adapter.
• Please insert the batteries even if you will be using the AC adapter.
The batteries are required to store the date and time setting.
If the unit is used without the batteries inserted, the clock will stop
when the AC adapter is disconnected. However, the measurement
values remain in the memory.
• If you use the AC adapter to power the unit, the backlight of the
display will light, making the display easier to see. The backlight will
not light when using batteries only.
• By using both the AC adapter and batteries, the batteries will last
longer.
Installing the Batteries
1. Make sure that the arm cuff is secured to the unit, and turn the
unit upside down.
2. Slide the battery cover in the
direction of the arrow while
pressing the ribbed part of the
cover.

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2. Preparation
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3. Install or replace four “AA” size
batteries so that the + (positive)
and - (negative) polarities
match the polarities indicated
in the battery compartment.
4. Put the battery cover back in place.
Slide the battery cover, until it clicks into place.

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2. Preparation
Battery Life & Replacement
If the battery low symbol ( ) appears on the display, replace all four
batteries at the same time.
- When the battery low symbol ( ) starts to blink, you will still be
able to use the unit for a short while. You should replace the
batteries with new ones ahead of time.
- When the symbol ( ) remains lit, the batteries are exhausted. You
should replace the batteries with new ones at once. Turn the unit off
before replacing the batteries.
• Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or
more.
• If the batteries have been removed for more than 30 seconds, the
Date/Time setting will need to be reset. See Chapter 2.3 for details.
• Dispose of batteries according to applicable local regulations.
Four new “AA”alkaline batteries will last for approximately 250
measurements, when used to take six measurements a day using
battery power only.
Since the supplied batteries are for monitoring use only, they may have
a shorter life and not last for 250 measurements.

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2. Preparation
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2.2 Connecting the AC Adapter
Note: Use only the AC adapter designed for this unit.
1. Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the AC adapter jack on
the back of the unit.
2. Insert the power plug of the AC adapter into a power outlet.
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AC adapter jack AC adapter plug
AC adapter

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2. Preparation
2.3 Setting the Date and Time
Your blood pressure monitor automatically stores up to 84 individual
measurement values with the date and time for each user.
To make use of the memory and average values functions:
• Set the unit to the correct date and time before taking a measurement
for the first time.
• If the batteries have been removed for more than 30 seconds, the
Date/Time setting will need to be reset.
Set the year, month, day, hours and minutes for the current date and
time.
(For details on changing the date and time setting, refer to “Adjusting
the Date and Time Setting”.)
The weekly average buttons are used to set the date and time.
Use the buttons as described below to adjust the date and time setting.
Evening average button: Press this button to increase the value
for the date/time setting.
Morning average button: Press this button to decrease the value
for the date/time setting.
1. Press the O/I button to turn
the power on. All items on the
display will appear briefly,
then the year digit will flash.
Note:
• The illustration to the right
shows the display when the
unit is used for the first time,
after the clock has stopped
or after replacing the batteries.

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2. Preparation
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2. Press the weekly average
buttons to adjust the year
setting.
• Press the Evening average
button once to increase
the setting by one year.
• Press the Morning average
button once to decrease
the setting by one year.
• Hold the buttons down to increase (decrease) the digits
rapidly.
Note: The range for the year setting is 2007 to 2030. If the year
reaches 2030, it will return to 2007.
3. Press the MEMORY button to
confirm the setting when the
desired number appears on
the display.
The year is set and the month
digits flash on the display.
4. Press the weekly average buttons to adjust the month setting.
• Press the Evening average button once to increase the
setting by one month.
Press the Morning average button once to decrease the
setting by one month.
• Hold the buttons down to increase (decrease) the digits
rapidly.

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2. Preparation
5. Press the MEMORY button to
confirm the setting when the
desired number appears on
the display.
The month is set and the day
digits flash on the display.
6. Press the weekly average buttons to adjust the day setting.
• Press the Evening average button once to increase the
setting by one day.
Press the Morning average button once to decrease the
setting by one day.
• Hold the buttons down to increase (decrease) the digits
rapidly.
7. Press the MEMORY button to
confirm the setting when the
desired number appears on
the display.
The day is set and the hour
digits flash on the display.
Example: when October has been set as
the month.

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8. Set the hour and minutes in
the same way as the date
settings.
Press the weekly average
buttons to adjust the digits for
the hour and minutes, then
press the MEMORY button to
confirm the setting.
When the date and time settings have been set, the display
changes to that shown to the above.
9. Press the O/I button to turn the power off.
Note: You can also start taking readings immediately, rather
than turn the unit off.

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2. Preparation
Adjusting the Date and Time Setting
Note: If you need to change the date and time for some
reason, or if the date and time has been reset after
replacing the batteries, adjust the date and time between
10:00 and 18:59. This will avoid problems with morning
and evening weekly averages stored in the memory.
1. Press the O/I button to turn the power off.
2. Turn the unit on then press
and hold the MEMORY button
for three seconds or longer
when the standby display
(shown right) appears.
3. The year setting flashes on
the display.
Refer to Chapter 2.3 to adjust
the settings for the date and
time.
Standby display
(When the arm cuff is closed.)

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3. Using the Unit
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Operating instructions
3. Using the Unit
3.1 How to Sit Correctly When Taking a Measurement
Correct posture during measurement is necessary to get accurate
results.
Notes:
• Measurements should be taken in a quiet place and you should be in
a relaxed, seated position. Make sure that the room is not too hot or
too cold.
• Avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, or exercising for at least 30
minutes before taking a measurement.
• Do not move or talk during measurement.
Correct
Posture
Remove tight fitting clothing
from your upper arm, and any
thick clothing such as a sweater.
Do not place the cuff over thick
clothes and do not roll up your
sleeve if it is too tight.
Sit upright
with your
back
straight. Place the center of
the arm cuff so that it
is at the same height
as your heart.
The gap between the
chair and the top of the
table should be
between 25cm to 30cm.
Place the unit so that it is close to you.
Place your
elbow here.
Table

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3. Using the Unit
Note: You can take a measurement on either your left or right
arm. The blood pressure can differ between the right
arm and the left arm and therefore also the measured
blood pressure values can be different. Omron
recommends to always use the same arm for
measurement. If the values between the two arms differ
substantially, please check with your physician which
arm to use for your measurement.
Incorrect Posture If you are leaning forwards, this can put pressure
on your stomach, which could cause the
measurement results to be incorrect. Readings
cannot be taken correctly in the following cases.
•Arched back (leaning
forwards)
•Sitting cross-legged
•Sitting on a sofa or at a low
table so that you tend to
lean forward
If the unit is too far
away from your
body.
If the unit is at a
level lower than
your heart.