ReliOn HEM-780REL User manual

Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor
with Easy Wrap Cuff
Model HEM-780REL
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
780
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
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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
ApplyingtheArmCuff ................................13
Taking a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Using the Memory Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Care and Maintenance
Care and Maintenance .................................20
Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
CONTENTS
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Thank you for purchasing the ReliOn®HEM-780REL
Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with the Easy Wrap Cuff.
INTRODUCTION
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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 ReliOn®HEM-780REL comes with the following components:
•Monitor • Easy Wrap Cuff
•AC Adapter • 4 “AA” Batteries
•Storage Case
•Instruction Manual printed in English and Spanish
The ReliOn®HEM-780REL Automatic Inflation Blood Pressure
Monitor is intended for home use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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 the adult patient population. Do not use on infants or persons
who cannot express their intentions.
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
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
atable so that the cuffis 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
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Main Unit:
Battery Compartment
Start/Stop
Button
Memory Buttons
Date/Time Setting Button
Display
AC Adapter Jack
Components:
Arm Cuff
Air Tube
Air Plug
(Connects to Air Jack)
AC Adapter
Storage Case
Grip
4''AA” Batteries
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UNIT DISPLAY
Diastolic Blood Pressure
Systolic Blood Pressure
Memory Symbol
Pulse Display
Date/Time Display
Low Battery Symbol
Average Value Symbol
Heartbeat Symbol
Deflation Symbol
IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT SYMBOL
When the monitor detects an irregular rhythm twoor more times during
the measurement, the Irregular Heartbeat Symbol ( )
will appear on the display with the measurement values.
An 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
Irregular Heartbeat Symbol
IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT SYMBOL
Movement Error Symbol
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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 LowBattery Symbol appears on the display screen remove
all the batteries. Replace with four new batteries at the same time.
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.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
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Use only the authorized Omron AC Adapter, (Omron 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).
Todisconnect the AC Adapter remove the AC Adapter from the electrical
outlet first and then remove the AC Adapter Plug from the monitor.
NOTE:
•Werecommend 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 90 measurement
values with the date and time. The monitor also calculates an average
reading based on the last three measurement values.
1. TO START THE SETTING
Press the Date/Time Setting
button to adjust the date
and time.
The year flashes on the display.
2.SETTING THE YEAR
The year can be set between 2004 and 2030.
When the display reaches 2030, it will return
to 2004.
Press the MEMORY up 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 the down memory button to decrease the day and
time values by increments of one.
•Press and holdthe memory down button to increase
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
NOTES: •Press the MEMORY down button to decrease the day
and time values by increments of one.
• Press and hold the MEMORY up button to increase or memory
down button to decrease the date and time values faster.
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3. SETTING THE MONTH
Press the MEMORY up 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 up 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.
5. SETTING THE HOUR
The time is set using AM or PM.
Press the MEMORY up 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.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
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6. SETTING THE MINUTE
Press the MEMORY up 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.
7. Press the START/STOP button to turn the display off.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
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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.
APPLYING THE ARM CUFF
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4. Hold the grip on the cuff securely
with your hand.
5. Turn the palm of your hand upward.
6. Apply the cuff to your left upper arm so the blue strip is 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.
APPLYING THE ARM CUFF
Grip
Closure Strip
1/2 inch (1 - 2 cm)
Air Tube
Blue Strip
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7. 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 cuffto your right upper arm so the grip is centered on
the inside of your inner arm. The bottom of the cuff should be
approximately 1/2'' aboveyour elbow.
NOTE: Be careful not to rest your arm on the air tube. This will restrict
the flowof air to the cuff
APPLYING THE ARM CUFF
Grip
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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.
1. Press the START/STOP button.
All display symbols appear on the screen. The cuff starts to inflate
automatically.
NOTE: To stop the inflation or measurement, push the
START/STOP button. The monitor will stop inflating,
start deflating, and will turn off.
2. 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.
TAKING A MEASUREMENT
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You3blood pressure and pulse rate are dis-
played.
4. Press the START/STOP button to
turn the monitor off.
NOTE: The monitor will automatically
turn off after five minutes.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL CONDITIONS
If your systolic pressure is known
to be more than 220 mmHg,
press and hold the START/STOP
button until the monitor inflates
30 to 40 mmHg higher than your
suspected systolic pressure.
NOTES:
•Do not apply more pressure than necessary.
•The monitor will not inflate above 299 mmHg.
TAKING A MEASUREMENT
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3. When the measurement is complete, the arm
cuff completely deflates. Your blood pressure
and pulse rate are displayed.
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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 90 measurement values. When 90 sets of
measurement values are stored in the memory, the oldest record is
deleted to save the most recent measurement values.
The monitor also calculates an average reading based on the values of
the three most recent measurements taken. If the date and time is not
set, the measurement values will not be stored in the memory correctly.
TO DISPLAY THE AVERAGE VALUE
Average Value Symbol
1. Press the MEMORY down button. The average value symbol
will display on the screen with the average reading.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION
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TO DISPLAY THE MEASUREMENT VALUES
The date and time is alternately displayed with the measurement values.
1. Press the MEMORY down button to display the most recent
measurement values on the screen.
Press the MEMORY up button to display the oldest
measurement values.
NOTES: •Press the button repeatedly to display the next values.
•Press and hold the button to display the values faster.
2. Press the START/STOP 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.
1. Press and hold the MEMORY down button and
START/STOP button simultaneously for more than 2 seconds.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION
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Alternating display
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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:
Keep the monitor in the storage case when
not in use. Make sure the AC Adapter is
placed under the main unit so that it does not
damage the display.
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.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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