Omron MIT Elite manual

Digit al Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Model MIT Elite • Instruction Man ual • Mode d ’emploi • G e br au ch san we i su ng • Manuale d i istruzioni • Manual de instruccione s • Gebruiksaanwi jzing •          IM- HEM-7 300 -WE7- 03-05 /2012 5329 377-2D 12D[...]

2 Content s Before using the unit Introduction ................................................................................ 3 Important Safety Information ............. ............................. .......... 4 1. Overview ..... .......... ............ .......... ............. .......... ............. ...... 6 2. Preparation ....... ..........[...]

3 EN Introduction Thank you fo r purchasing the OMRON MIT Elite Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor . The OMRON MIT Elite is a fully au tomatic blood pressure monitor , operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your blood pressure and pulse rate simply and quickly . For co mfortable controlled inflation without the need fo r pressure pre-s[...]

4 Important S afety Informat ion Import ant Safety Information Consult your doctor during pregnancy , ar rhythmia and arterio scl erosis. Please read this sectio n carefully before using the uni t. Wa r n i n g : Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury . (General Usage) • Always c[...]

5 Important Safety In formation EN • Do not use the AC adapter if the unit or the power cord is damaged. T u rn off the power an d unplug the power cord immed iately . (Battery Usage) • If battery fluid shoul d get on your ski n or clothing, immediate ly rinse with plenty of clean water . • Use only four “AAA” alkaline batteries with this[...]

6 1.Overview 1. Overview Main unit A. Air jack B. Date/time setting button ( ) C. O/I ST ART button D. Memory bu tton ( ) E. AC adapter jack (for optional AC adapte r) F . Display G . Battery compartment F C A G E D B[...]

7 1.Overvi ew EN Arm Cuff H. Arm cuff (Medium cuf f: arm circumference 22-32 cm) I. Air tube J. Air pl ug J I H[...]

8 1.Overview Display K. Systolic blood pressure L. Diastolic blood pre ssure M. Heartbeat symb ol 1. Flashes durin g measurement 2. If flashing af ter measurement complete indicates blood pressure out of recommen ded range N. Deflation symbol O. Memory symbol Displaye d when viewing values stored in memory P . Average val ue symbol Displaye d when [...]

9 1.Overvi ew EN Package content s W . S torage case X. Four “AAA” alkaline (LR03) batter ies • Instruction ma nual • Guaran tee card • Blood pressure p ass X W[...]

10 2.Preparation 2. Prep aration 2.1 Inst alling/Replacing the Batteries 1. T urn the main unit up side down. 2. Slide the batter y cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing the ribbed p a rt of the cover . 3. Install or replace four “ AAA ” s ize batteries so that the + (positive) and - (negative) polarities match the polarities in di[...]

11 2.Prepara tion EN Battery Life & Replacement If the battery low symbol ( ) appea rs on the display , replace all four batteries at 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 ahead of time. - When the symbol ( ) re[...]

12 2.Preparation 2.2 Setting the Date and T ime Y our blood pressure monitor au tomatically stores up to 90 measurements values with the date and time. T o make use of the memory and aver age values functions: • Set the unit to the correct date and time before t aking a measurement for the first time. • If the batter ies have been remo ved for [...]

13 2.Prepara tion EN 3. Press the Date/time setting button ( ) to confirm the setting when the desired number appe ars on th e display . The year is set an d the month digits flash on the display . 4. Repeat step s 2 and 3 to set the month. The month is set and the day digits flash on the display . 5. Repeat step s 2 and 3 to set the day . The day [...]

14 2.Preparation 6. Repeat step s 2 and 3 to set the hour . The hour is set an d the minutes digits flash on the display . 7. Repeat step s 2 and 3 to set the minutes. The minutes settings is set. Press the Date/time setting button ( ) to turn the monitor of f. When adjusting the date and time, press the Date/time setting button ( ) to turn the mon[...]

15 3.Using the Unit EN 3. Using the Unit 3.1 How to Sit Correctly When T a king a Measurement Y ou can t ake a measurement on ei ther your left or right arm. Notes: • M easurements should be t aken in a quiet place and you should be in a relaxed, s eated position. Make sure that the room is not too hot or cold. • A void eating, drinking alcohol[...]

16 3.Using the Unit Notes: • Correct posture durin g measurement is necessary to get accurate results. • Y ou should also try to m easure your blood pr essure at the same time each day . (Within 1 hour after waking up is recommended.) Incorrect Posture These situations could lead to higher blood pressure values due to strain or the arm cuff bei[...]

17 3.Using the Unit EN 3.2 Applying the Arm Cuff Notes: • Be sure to wrap the arm cuf f correctly so that you get accurate results. • M easurements can be t aken in light clothing. However , please remove thick clothes, such as sweater s, before ta king a reading. • Y ou can take a measurem ent on either your lef t or right arm. The blood pre[...]

18 3.Using the Unit 2. Put your left arm th rough the cuf f loop. Note: If the c uf f is not assembled, pass the end of the cuff furthest from the tubing through the me tal D-ring to form a loop. The smooth cloth should be on the inside of the cuf f loop.[...]

19 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 on the air tube, or otherwise restrict the flow of air to the cuff. • T he cuff should be 1 to 2 cm above the el bow . 4. When the cuff is positioned c[...]

20 3.Using the Unit 3.3 T aking a Reading 1. Press the O/I ST ART button to turn on the unit. All symbols appear on the displ ay . The cuff starts to inflate auto matically . As the cuf f inflates, the unit automatically dete rmines your ideal inflation level. This unit detects the pulse du ring inflation. Do not move your arm and remain still unti[...]

21 3.Using the Unit EN 3. Press the O/I ST ART button to turn the unit off. Note: If you forget to turn the monitor of f, it will automatically turn of f after two minutes. Notes: • Self-diagnosis of measured result s and treatment are dangerous. Please follow the instru ctions of your doctor . • W ait 2-3 minutes be fore t aking another bl ood[...]

22 3.Using the Unit Using the Guest Mode The monitor stores meas urement values for one user in the memory . The guest mode can be used to t ake a single me asurement for another user . No measurement values are stored in the memory when the guest mode is selected. 1. Press and hold the O/I ST ART button for 3 seconds. The Guest symbol ( ) appears [...]

23 3.Using the Unit EN Import ant: • If your systolic or diastolic pressure is out side the standard range, the heartbeat symbol will blink when the measurement result is displayed. Recent research sugges t s that the following values can be used as a guide to high blood pressure for measurement s taken at home. This criteria is for home blood pr[...]

24 3.Using the Unit What is Irregular Heartbeat? An irregular heartbeat is a heartbeat rhythm that varies by more than 25% from the average heartbeat rhythm de tected while the unit is measuring the systolic and diastolic blood pressure. If such an irreg ular rhythm is detected more than twice during measurement, the irregular heartbeat symbol ( ) [...]

25 3.Using the Unit EN 3.4 Using the Memory Function This unit has a memory cap able of storing 90 set s of readings. Every time you complete the measur ement, the unit automa ti cally stores the blood pressure and pulse rate. If there are three read ings within 10 minutes of the last reading, the average of the three readings is displayed. Note: W[...]

26 3.Using the Unit 2. While the average value is displayed, press the Memory button ( ) again. The result from the most recent measurement is displayed. The date and time are alternately displayed. Note: If your systolic or diastolic pressure is outsid e the standard range, the heartbeat symbol will blink when the measurement result is displayed. [...]

27 3.Using the Unit EN 3. Press the Memor y button ( ) repeatedly to cycle through the previous measurement results. Keep the button pr es sed down to cycle rapidly through the previous results. If the irregular heartbeat symbol was displayed at the time of a measurement, this is displaye d when that result is displayed. 4. Press the O/I ST ART but[...]

28 3.Using the Unit T o Delete All the V alues S tored in Memory Y ou cannot delete indiv idual stored r eadings, all th e readings in the unit will be deleted. 1. Press the Memory button ( ) to turn the monitor on. 2. Press the Memory button ( ) again. While holding the Memory button ( ), press the O/I S tart button down for approximately 5 second[...]

29 4.Quick Reference Guid e EN 4. Quick Reference Guide If you are using this de vice for the first time, please read carefully chapter 3 of this instruction manual. T o he lp ensure a reliable reading, avoid eating, drinking al cohol, smoking, or exercisin g for at least 30 minutes before t a king a measurement. Note: Remove any tight-fitting clot[...]

30 5.Handling Errors and Prob lems 5. Handling Errors and Problems 5.1 Error Messages Error Display Cause Remedy Movement during measurement Repeat measurement. Remain still and do not talk during measurement. Refer to section 3.3. Air plug disconnected. Insert the air plug securely . Refer to section 3.2. Arm cuff not applied correctl y . Apply th[...]

31 5.Handling Errors and Prob lems EN 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[...]

32 5.Handling Errors and Prob lems 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 arm[...]

33 5.Handling Errors and Prob lems EN Nothing happens when you press the buttons. The batteries are empty . Replace the batteries with new ones. The batteries have been inserted incor rectly . Insert the batteries with the correct (+/ -) polarity . Other problems. Press the O/I ST ART button and repeat measurement. If the problem continues, try rep[...]

34 6.Maintenance and Storage 6. Maintenance and S torage Maintenance T o protect your unit from damage, please observe the following: • Do not subject the main unit and cuf f 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 disa[...]

35 6.Maintenan ce and Storag e EN • Do not carry out any re p airs yourself. If a defe ct occurs or you have doubts about the correct functioning of the device, consult your authorised OMRON de aler or t he OMRON Customer Service. S torage Keep the unit in its storage case when not in use. 1. Unplug the air tube from the air jack. 2. Gently fold [...]

36 7.Optional Part s 7. Optional Part s Using the Optional AC Adapter Insert batteries into the batte ry compartment even when using the AC adapter . Notes: • Never unplug the power cord with wet hands. • Use only the original AC adapter designed for this unit. Use of unsupported adapters may damage the unit. • When storing the optional AC ad[...]

37 8.Technical Data EN 8. T echnical Dat a Note: Subject to technical modification without prior notice. • This device fulfils the previsions o f EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive). • This blood pressure monitor is designed according to th e European S tandard EN1060, Non-invasive sphygmomanometers Part 1: General Requireme nt s [...]

38 8.Technical Data Impor tant inf or mation regar ding Electro Magnetic Compa tibility (EMC) With the increased number of electronic devices su ch as PC’s and mobile (cellular) telephones, medical devices in use may be susceptible to electromagn etic interference from other devices. Electromagnetic interference may result in incorrect operation [...]

39 9.Some Useful Info rmation about Blood Pressur e EN 9. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood flowing against the walls of the arteries. Arterial bloo d pressure is const antly changing during the course o f the heart’ s cycle. The highest pressure in the cycle is [...]

40 9.Some Useful Informatio n about Blood Pressure Classification of Blood Pressure by the World He ath Organization The W orld Healt h Organization (WHO) and the Int ernational Society of Hypertension (ISH) de veloped the Blood Pre ssure Classific ation shown in this figure. This classification is base d on the blood pressure values measured on pe[...]

41 9.Some Useful Info rmation about Blood Pressur e EN[...]

42 9.Some Useful Informatio n about Blood Pressure Manuf acturer OMRON HEAL THCARE Co ., Ltd. 53, Kunot subo , T erado-cho, Muko , K yoto , 617-0002 J AP AN EU-repres enta tive OM RO N H EA L T HCA R E E URO P E B.V . Scorpius 33, 2132 LR Hoofddorp , THE NETHERLANDS www .omron-healthcare . com Production facility OMRON (D ALIAN) CO., L TD . Dalian,[...]