Omron Healthcare M3 manual

Digit al Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Model M3 Intellisense • Instruction Manual • Mode d’emploi • Gebrauchsanweisu ng • Manuale di istruzioni • Manual de instrucciones • Gebruik saanwijzing • РУКОВ ОДС ТВО ПО ЭКСПЛУ А Т АЦИИ EN FR DE IT ES NL RU IM-HEM-7051-E-01-07/0 5 7051_E.book Page 1 Friday, Jul y 1[...]

2 Content s Contents .............. ................ ............. ................ ................ ......... 2 Introduction .............. ................ ................ ............. ................ ... 3 Important Safety Info rmation ......... ............. ................ ............ 4 1. Overview ........ ............. ................ [...]

3 EN Introduction Thank you for purchasing the OMRON M3 Intellisense Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor . The OMRON M3 Intellisense is a fully automatic blood pressure monitor , ope rating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your blood pressure an d pulse rate simply and quickly . For comfort able controlled inflation without the need for pre[...]

4 Import ant Safety Information Consult your doc tor during pregna ncy , arrhyth mia and arteriosclerosis. Y ou shou ld never change the dosage of medication prescr ibed by your doctor . Use the M3 Intellisense only for yourself. Caution: • Do not leave the unit unattend ed with infant s or persons who cannot exp ress their co nsent. • Do not u[...]

5 1.Overview EN 1. Overview Main unit A. Display B. O/I ST ART button C. MEMORY button D. SET button E. Battery compartment F. A i r j a c k G . AC adapter jack (for optional AC adapter) B D A C E G F 7051_E.book Page 5 Friday, Jul y 15, 2005 4:36 PM[...]

6 1.Overview Arm Cuff If air st arts to le ak from the arm cuf f, please replace with a new one. (Refer to Chapter 7 “Optional Part s”.) H. Arm cuff (Medium cuff: arm circumference 22-32 cm) I. Air T ube J. Air Plug I H J 7051_E.book Page 6 Friday, Jul y 15, 2005 4:36 PM[...]

7 1.Overview EN Display Package content s K. Systolic blood pressure L. Diastolic blood pressure M. Memory symbol (Displayed when viewing values stored in memory) N. Average value symbol (Displayed when vie wing value for the last three measurements) O. Buzzer symbol P . Battery low symbol Q. Heartbe at symbol 1. (Flashes during measurement) 2. (If[...]

8 2.Preparation 2. Prep aration 2.1 Inst alling/Replacing the Batteries 1. T urn the main unit upside down. 2. Slide the batter y cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing the ribbed p art of the cover . 3. Install or repla ce four “ AA ” size batteries so that the + (positive ) and - (negative) polar ities match the polarities indicat[...]

9 2.Preparation EN Battery Life & Replacement If the battery low symbol ( ) appears on the display , replace all four batteries a t the same time. - When the battery low symbol ( ) start s to blink, you will still be able to use the unit for a short while. Y ou should replace the batteries with new ones ahea d of time. - When the symbol ( ) rem[...]

10 2.Preparation 2.2 Setting the Date and Time Y our blood pr essure mon itor autom atically st ores up to 42 measureme nts values in its memory and calcula tes an averag e value based on the three most re cent measurements t aken within 10 minutes of the last reading. (If there are only two readings in memory for that period, the average will be b[...]

11 2.Preparation EN 3. Press the SET button to confirm the settin g when the desired number appears on the di splay . The year is set and the month dig its flash on the display . 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the month. The mont h is set and the day digits flash on the display . 5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the day . The day is set and the hour [...]

12 2.Preparation 6. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the hour . The hour is set and the minutes digits flash on the display . 7. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the minutes. The minutes settings is set. The unit automatically turns itself off after the minute setting has been set. T o adjust the date and time, press the Set button while the monitor is in s [...]

13 2.Preparation EN 2.3 Adjusting the Settings Modes Y ou can modify th e options fo r the variou s settings of your unit. This is done by pressin g the SET button to select a setting, then pres sing the MEM ORY button to sele ct the option s for that setting. After selectin g a setting, pr ess the O/I ST ART b utton to confirm the setting and turn[...]

14 3.Using the Unit 3. Using the Unit 3.1 How to Sit Correctly When T aking a Measurem ent Y ou can t ake a measurement on either your left or right arm. Notes: • Measurement s should be t aken in a quiet place and you should be in a relaxed, se ated positio n. Make su re that the room is not too hot or cold. • Do not take mea surement a fter b[...]

15 3.Using the Unit EN Notes: • Correct posture d uring measurement is necessary to get accurate results. • Y ou should also try to measure your blood pressure at the same time each day . (With in 1 hour after waking up is recommended.) Incorrect Posture These situations could lead to hi gher blood pressure values due to strain or the arm cuff [...]

16 3.Using the Unit 3.2 Applying the Arm Cuff Be sure to wrap the arm cuff co rrectly so that you get accurate results. Measureme nts can be taken in light c lothing. Ho wever , please remove thick clothes, such as sweaters, before taking a reading. 1. Insert the air plug into the air jack on the left side of the main unit. 2. Put your left arm thr[...]

17 3.Using the Unit EN 3. Position the arm correctly . T aking measurements on the right arm Apply the cuf f so that the air tube is at the side of your elbow . • Be careful not to rest your arm o n the air tu be, or otherwise restrict the flow of air to the cuff. • The cuf f sh ould be 1 to 2 cm above the elbow . 4. When the cuf f is positione[...]

18 3.Using the Unit 3.3 T aking a Reading 1. Press the O/I ST ART button to turn on t he unit. 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. Keep still and do not talk during measurement. During measurement, the buzzer (if set to “on”) will beep in rhythm [...]

19 3.Using the Unit EN 2. Check the measurement results. The unit automatically stores blood pressure and pulse rate into it s memory . Refer to “3.5 Using the Memory F unction”. The buzzer will sound when measurement is co mpleted. Notes: • Self-dia gnosis of measured re sults and tre atment are dangerous. Please follow the in structions of [...]

20 3.Using the Unit • Y our blood pressure monitor includes an irregular he artbeat feat ure. Irregu lar heartbea ts can influence the re sults of the measur ement. The irregular hear tbeat algorithm automatically determines if the meas urement is usable or needs to be repe ated. If the meas urement results are af fected by irregular heartbea ts [...]

21 3.Using the Unit EN What is Arrhythmia ? A heartbeat is stimula ted by el ectrical signals that cause the heart to contract. Arrhythmia is a condition where the he artbeat rhythm is abnormal due to flaws in the bio- electrical system that drives the heartbeat. T ypical symptoms are skipped heartbeat s, premature contraction, an abnormally ra pid[...]

22 3.Using the Unit 3.4 Instructions for special conditions If your systolic pressure is known to be more than 220 mmHg, press and hold the O/I ST ART b utton until the arm cuf f inflates 30 to 40 mmHg higher than your suspected systolic pr essure. 1. Press the O/I ST ART button to turn the unit on. Measurement st arts. 2. When the cuff st arts to [...]

23 3.Using the Unit EN 3.5 Using the Memory Function This unit has a memory capab le of storing 42 sets of read ings. Every time you complete the me asurement, the unit automatically stores the blood pr essure and pulse rate. If there are three readin gs within 10 minutes of the last reading, the average of th e three readings is displayed. (If the[...]

24 3.Using the Unit 2. Press the MEMORY bu tton again, while the average values screen is displayed. The result from the most recent measurement is displa yed. The date and time of each measurement is displa yed alternately with the me asurement values. Important: If your systolic or diastolic pressure is outside the standard range, the heartbeat s[...]

25 3.Using the Unit EN T o Delete All the V alu es Stored in Memory Y ou cannot d elete individual stored readin gs, all the readings in the unit will be deleted. 1. T o delete stored readings, first press the MEMORY button. Then while holding it down, press the O/I ST ART button simultaneously for about 2-3 seconds. All readings will then be delet[...]

26 4.Quick Reference Guide 4. Quick Reference Guide If you are using this device fo r the first time, plea se read carefully chapter 3 of this instruction manual. T o help ensure a reliable reading, avoid eat ing, smoking, or exercising for at least 30 minutes before t aking a measurement. Note: Remove a ny tight-fitting c lothing fr om your uppe r[...]

27 5.Handling Errors and Problems EN 5. Handling Errors and Problems 5.1 Error Messages Error Display Cause Remedy Cuff is under inflated. Carefully read and repeat the steps listed under section 3.4. Movement during measurement Repeat measurement. Remain still and do not talk during measurement. Refer to section 3.3. Air plug disconnected. Insert [...]

28 5.Handling Errors and Problems Note: The irregular heartbeat symbol may also be displayed with error messages. Device error . Contact your OMRON retail outlet or distributor . Refer to Chapter 8. Error Display Cause Remedy 7051_E.book Page 28 Friday, Ju ly 15, 2005 4:36 PM[...]

29 5.Handling Errors and Problems EN 5.2 T roubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy The reading is extremely low (or high). Arm cuff not applied correctly . Apply the arm cuff correctly . Refer to section 3.2. Movement or talking during measurement. Remain still and do not talk during measurement. Refer to section 3.3. Clothing is interfering with the a[...]

30 5.Handling Errors and Problems Other problems. Press the O/I ST ART button and repeat measurement. If the problem continues, try repla cing the batteries with new ones. If this still does not solve the problem, contact your OMRON retail outlet or distributor . Problem Cause Remedy 7051_E.book Page 30 Friday, Ju ly 15, 2005 4:36 PM[...]

31 6.Maintenance a nd Storage EN 6. Maintenance and S torage Maintenance T o protect your unit from damage, please observe the following: • Do not subject the main unit and cuff to extreme temperatures, humidity , moisture or direct sunlight. • Do not fold the cuff or tubing tightly . • Do not inflate the arm cuff over 299 mmHg. • Do not di[...]

32 6.Maintenance and Storage Calibration and Service • The accuracy of this blood pressu re monitor has been carefully tested and is designe d for a long service life. • It is generally recommend ed to have the unit inspected every two years to ensure correct functioning and accur acy . Please consult your authorised OM RON dealer or the OMRON [...]

33 6.Maintenance a nd Storage EN Storage Keep the unit in it s storage case when not in use. 1. Unplug the air tube from th e air jack. 2. Gently fold the air tube into t he arm cuff. Note: Do not bend the air tube excessively . 3. Place the arm cuf f and main unit in the storage case. Do not stor e the unit in the following situations: • If the [...]

34 7.Optional Parts 7. Optional Part s Using the Optional AC Adapter Insert batteries into the battery comp artment even when using the AC adapter . Notes: • Never unplug the power co rd with wet hands. • Use only the original AC adapter designed for this unit. Use o f unsupported adapte rs may damage the unit. • When storing the op tional AC[...]

35 8.Technical Data EN 8. T echni cal Dat a Note: Subject to technical modifi cation without prior notice • Disposal of this product and used batteries should be carried out in accordance with the national regulati ons for the disposa l of electronic products. This device fulfils the previsions of EC di rective 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive[...]

36 8.Technical Data Subsidiary OMRON HEAL TH CARE UK L T D. Opal Drive Fox Milne, Milton Keynes MK 15 0DG , United Kingdom Subsidiary OMRON Medizintechnik Hand elsgesellschaft m.b.H. Windeckstraße 81a D-68163 Mannheim, Germ any www .omron-medizintechni k.de Subsidiary OMRON SANTÉ FRANCE 14, rue de Lisbonne, F-93561 Rosny-sous-Bois Cedex, France M[...]

37 9.Some Useful Informati on about Blood Pressure EN 9. Some Useful Informat ion about Blood Pressure What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is a measure o f the force of bloo d flowing against the walls of the arteries. Arterial b lood pressure is constantl y changing during the course of the hear t's cycle. The highest pressure in the cycle[...]

38 9.Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure Classification o f Blood Pressure by the W orld Heath Organization The World Health Organiz ation (WHO) an d the Internatio nal Society of Hypertension (I SH) developed the Blood Pressure Classification shown in this figure. This classification is based on the blood pressu re values measured on peop[...]