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HEM-7300-C3_B_M01_100309.pdf HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 1 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM INSTRUCTION MANUAL Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor HEM-7300 Model All for Healthcare...
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 2 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM Contents Before using the unit Introduction .................. 3 Important Safety Information............4 1. Overview..................6 2. Preparation.................. 9 2.1 Installing/Replacing the Batteries........9 2.2 Setting the Date and Time ..........11 Operating instructions 3.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 3 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM Before using the unit Introduction Thank you for purchasing the OMRON HEM-7300 Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor. The OMRON HEM-7300 is a fully automatic blood pressure monitor, operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your blood pressure and pulse rate simply and quickly.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 4 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 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.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 5 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM Important Safety Information (Battery Usage) • If battery fluid should get on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water. • Use only four “AAA” alkaline batteries with this unit. Do not use other types of batteries.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 6 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 1.Overview 1. Overview Main unit A. Air jack Display B. Date/time setting button ( G. Battery compartment C. START/STOP button D. Memory button ( E. AC adapter jack...
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 7 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 1.Overview Display H. Systolic blood pressure Pulse / Memory number Diastolic blood pressure Q. Date/Time display Heartbeat symbol R. Irregular heartbeat symbol 1. Flashes during measurement S. Guest symbol 2. If flashing after measurement...
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 8 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 1.Overview Arm Cuff Arm cuff (Medium cuff: arm circumference 22-32 cm) U. Air tube V. Air plug Package contents W. Storage case • Instruction manual X. Four “AAA” alkaline (LR03) batteries...
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 9 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 2.Preparation 2. Preparation Installing/Replacing the Batteries Turn the main unit upside down. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing the ribbed part of the cover. “...
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 10 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 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.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 11 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 2.Preparation Setting the Date and Time Your blood pressure monitor automatically stores up to 90 measurements values with the date and time. To make use of the memory and average values functions: •...
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 12 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 2.Preparation Press the Date/time setting 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.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 13 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 2.Preparation Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the hour. The hour is set and the minutes digits flash on the display. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the minutes.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 14 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM Operating instructions 3.Using the Unit 3. Using the Unit How to Sit Correctly When Taking a Measurement You can take a measurement on either your left or right arm. Notes: • Measurements should be taken in a quiet place and you should be in a relaxed, seated position.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 15 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit Notes: • Correct posture during measurement is necessary to get accurate results. • You should also try to measure your blood pressure at the same time each day. (Within 1 hour after waking up is recommended.) Incorrect Posture •...
Omron recommends to always use the same arm for measurement. If the values between the two arms differ substantially, please check with your doctor which arm to use for your measurement.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 17 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit Position the arm correctly. 1) The air tube should run down the inside of your forearm and be in line with your middle finger. 2) The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1 to 2 cm above your elbow.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 18 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit Taking a Reading Press the START/STOP button to turn on the unit. All symbols appear on the display. The cuff starts to inflate automatically. As the cuff inflates, the unit automatically determines your ideal inflation level.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 19 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit Press the START/STOP button to turn the unit off. Note: If you forget to turn the monitor off, it will automatically turn off after two minutes. Notes: • Self-diagnosis of measured results and treatment are dangerous.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 20 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit Using the Guest Mode The monitor stores measurement values for one user in the memory. The guest mode can be used to take a single measurement for another user.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 21 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit Important: • If your systolic or diastolic pressure is outside the standard range, the heartbeat symbol will blink when the measurement result is displayed. Recent research suggests that the following values can be used as a guide to high blood pressure for measurements taken at home.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 22 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit What is Irregular Heartbeat? An irregular heartbeat is a Normal Heartbeat heartbeat rhythm that Pulse varies by more than 25% from the average Blood pressure heartbeat rhythm detected while the unit is...
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 23 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit Using the Memory Function This unit has a memory capable of storing 90 sets of readings. Every time you complete the measurement, the unit automatically stores the blood pressure and pulse rate.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 24 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit While the average value is displayed, press the Memory button ( ) again. The result from the most recent measurement is displayed. The Memory number appears for a second before the pulse rate is displayed.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 25 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit Press the Memory button ( ) repeatedly to cycle through the previous measurement results. Keep the button pressed down to cycle rapidly through the previous results. If the irregular heartbeat symbol was...
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 26 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 3.Using the Unit To Delete All the Values Stored in Memory You cannot delete individual stored readings, all the readings in the unit will be deleted. Press the Memory button ) to turn the monitor Press the Memory button ) again.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 27 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM Care and maintenance 4.Handling Errors and Problems 4. Handling Errors and Problems Error Messages Error Display Cause Remedy Repeat measurement. Remain Movement during still and do not talk during measurement measurement.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 28 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 4.Handling Errors and Problems Error Display Cause Remedy Replace all four “AAA” batteries Battery power is low. with new ones. Refer to section 2.1. Blinks or appears continuously Contact your local authorised Device error.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 29 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 4.Handling Errors and Problems Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Apply the arm cuff Arm cuff is not correctly. applied correctly. Refer to section 3.2. Remain still and do not The reading is...
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 30 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 4.Handling Errors and Problems Problem Cause Remedy The batteries are Replace the batteries empty. with new ones. Nothing happens when you press the The batteries have Insert the batteries with buttons.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 31 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 5.Maintenance and Storage 5. Maintenance and Storage Maintenance To 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.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 32 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 5.Maintenance and Storage Storage Keep the unit in its storage case when not in use. Unplug the air tube from the air jack. Gently fold the air tube into the arm cuff.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 33 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 6.Optional Parts 6. Optional Parts Medium Arm Cuff Large Arm Cuff Arm circumference 22 - 32 cm [HEM-7300] Arm circumference 32 - 42 cm...
• Disposal of this product and used batteries should be carried out in accordance with the national regulations for the disposal of electronic products. This OMRON product is manufactured under the strict quality system of OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd., Japan. The Core component for OMRON blood pressure...
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 35 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 7.Technical Data • This device fulfils the provisions of EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive). • This blood pressure monitor is designed according to the European Standard EN1060, Noninvasive sphygmomanometers Part 1: General Requirements and Part 3: Supplementary requirements for electromechanical blood pressure measuring systems.
HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 36 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 8.Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure 8. 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 blood pressure is constantly changing during the course of the heart’s cycle.
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HEM-7300-C3_B_M.fm Page 37 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 10:17 AM 8.Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure Upper curve: systolic blood pressure Lower curve: diastolic blood pressure Time of day Example: fluctuation within a day (male, 35 years old) Classification of Blood Pressure by the World Heath Organization...
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