User manual OMRON M6

[. . . ] HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 1 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM Digital Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Model M6 • Instruction Manual • Mode d’emploi • Gebrauchsanweisung • Manuale de instructone • Manual de instrucciones • Gebruiksaanwijzing EN FR DE IT ES NL HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 2 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2. How to Obtain Meaningful Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3. [. . . ] Insert the air plug into the air jack (on the left side of the device). Air plug EN Air jack The cuff must be fully deflated when it is inserted into the air jack. 11 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 12 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM 4. Using the Monitor 3. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm on a table so that the cuff will be at the same level as your heart. 4. Put your arm through the cuff loop. Bottom Edge 1 to 2 cm Marker Air tube The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1 to 2 cm above the elbow. Apply the cuff to your upper arm so that the coloured marker is centred on the middle of your inner arm and points down the inside of the arm. The air tube should run down the inside of your forearm and be in line with your middle finger. 12 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 13 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM 4. Using the Monitor 5. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened evenly around your arm. 6. When the cuff is positioned correctly, close the fabric fastener FIRMLY. Notes: • Make certain the cuff fits snugly around your arm. • The cuff should make good contact with your skin. You should be able to fit your index finger between the cuff and your arm easily, so you can pull the cuff off and on. • Make sure that there are no kinks in the air tubing. Taking measurements on the right arm Please note the following points when applying the cuff to your right arm. Apply the cuff so that the air tube is at the side of your elbow. Notes: • Be careful not to rest your arm on the air tube, or otherwise restrict the flow of air to the cuff. • Apply the arm cuff so that no part of the cuff is positioned over the elbow joint. The cuff should be 1 to 2 cm above the elbow. EN 13 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 14 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM 4. Using the Monitor 4. 2 Taking a Reading to inflate automatically. 1. Press the O/I START button and remain still, the cuff will start As the cuff begins to inflate, the monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level. Remain still and do not talk until measurement is completed. Note: Do not inflate the cuff if it is not wrapped around your arm. 2. Inflation stops automatically and measurement is started. As the cuff slowly deflates, decreasing numbers appear on the display and the Heartbeat display flashes at every heartbeat. In rare circumstances, the monitor might re-inflate the cuff to continue with the measurement. 3. When the measurement is complete, the arm cuff completely deflates and your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed. [. . . ] THE MONITOR SHOULD BE CLEANED WITH A SOFT, DRY CLOTH. • Do not wash the arm cuff or immerse it in water. EN Storage Keep the monitor in its storage case when not in use. Note: If you are using the optional AC adapter, make sure that the adapter is placed under the cuff and monitor so that it does not damage the display. 21 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 22 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM 8. Technical Data 8. Technical Data Model Display Measurement Method Measurement Range Accuracy Inflation Deflation Memory Power Source Battery life Operating temperature/ Humidity Storage temperature Humidity Console Weight Cuff Weight Outer Dimensions Cuff Dimensions Package Content Manufacturer EU-representative OMRON M6 (HEM-7001-E) LCD Digital Display Oscillometric method Pressure: 0 mmHg to 299 mmHg Pulse: 40 to 180/min. [. . . ]