Timex 80222 Manual

Professional Series
with Advanced
Accuracy Technology
INTRODUCTION
Features of your Professional Series Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor Model # 80222
are as follows. Your blood pressure monitor is a fully automatic, digital blood
pressure measuring device with integrated AAT mode for use on the upper arm.
This monitor enables very fast and reliable measurement of the systolic and diastolic
blood pressure as well your pulse by use of the oscillometric method. This device
is easy to use and is proven in clinical studies to provide excellent accuracy.
The large display makes it easy to view operational status and cuff pressure
during a measurement. Please read through this instruction manual carefully before
use and then keep it in a safe place. For further questions on the subject of blood
pressure and its measurement, please consult your doctor.
Important information about self-measurement
• Self measurement means Control, not diagnosis or treatment. Your measurements
should be discussed with your doctor. You should never alter the dosages of any
medication without direction from your doctor.
• The pulse reading is not suitable for checking heart pacemakers.
• If you have been diagnosed with a severe Arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat, meas-
urements made with this instrument should only be evaluated after consultation
with the doctor.
Electromagnetic interference
This device contains sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong electrical or elec-
tromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g. cellular phones, microwave
ovens) Electrical interference can lead to temporary impairment of the measuring
accuracy.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BLOOD PRESSURE AND ITS
MEASUREMENT
How does high/low blood pressure arise? Your blood pressure level is deter-
mined in the circulatory center of your brain. Your nervous system allows your body to
adapt or alter blood pressure in response to different situations. Your body alters your
pulse and the width of blood vessels through changes in muscles in the walls of
blood vessels. Your blood pressure reading is highest when your heart pumps or ejects
blood. This stage is called your systolic blood pressure. Your blood pressure is lowest
when the heart rests between beats. This is called your diastolic blood pressure. It is
critical to maintain blood pressure values within a "normal" range in order to prevent
particular diseases.
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Model# 80222
Battery Cover
Digital Display
AAT Mode is On
Memory Button
User/Time Button
Print Button
AAT Select Button
Power On/Off Button
Start Button
Which values are normal? Blood pressure is too high if, at rest, the systolic blood
pressure is over 140mmHg and/or the diastolic pressure is above 90mmHg. If you
obtain readings in this range, you should consult your doctor. High blood pressure
values over time can damage blood vessels, vital organs such as the kidney or your
heart. Should the systolic blood pressure values lie between 140mmHg and
160mmHg and/or the diastolic blood pressure values lie between 90mmHg and
100mmHg, consult your doctor. Regular self checks may be necessary. When blood
pressure values are too low, i.e. systolic values under 100mmHg and/or diastolic
values under 60mmHg, consulting your doctor may be necessary. Even with normal
blood pressure values, a regular self check with your blood pressure monitor is recom-
mended. In this way you can detect possible changes in your values early and react
appropriately. If you are undergoing medical treatment to control your blood pressure,
please keep a record of the level of your blood pressure by carrying out regular self
measurements at specific times of the day. You should show these values to your
doctor. Never use the results of your measurements to independently alter
drug doses prescribed by your doctor.
Further information
• If your values are mostly "normal" under resting conditions but exceptionally high
under conditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suf-
fering from so-called "labile hypertension" (frequently changing levels of elevated
blood pressure). In any case, please discuss the values with your doctor.
What can be done, if regular increased/low values are obtained? Increased
blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) over time are associated with
considerable risks to health. Blood vessels in your body are endangered due to
constriction caused by deposits in the vessel walls (arteriosclerosis). This can result in
a deficient supply of blood to important organs (heart, brain, muscles). Additionally,
the heart will become structurally damaged. There are many different causes of high
blood pressure. We differentiate between the common primary (essential) hyperten-
sion, and secondary hypertension. Secondary hypertension can cause organ malfunc-
tions. Please consult your doctor for information about the possible origins of your
own increased blood pressure values.
There are lifestyle changes you can make to prevent and reduce high blood pressure.
These measures must be part of a healthy lifestyle and include:
Eating habits
• Maintain a normal weight as prescribed by your doctor.
• Avoid excessive consumption of salt.
• Avoid fatty foods.
Previous/Existing illnesses
• Follow consistently any medical instructions for treating previous illness such as:
• Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus)
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
Habits
• Eliminate smoking
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (coffee)
Physical conditioning
• After a preliminary medical examination, exercise regularly.
• Choose sports which require endurance.
• Avoid over-exertion.
• With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your doctor
before beginning your exercise routine.
Your physician will help you develop an exercise routine that is appropriate for you.
AAT Mode (Advanced Accuracy Technology)
• "AAT Mode" is a new type of concept for optimum reliability in self-measurement
of blood pressure.
• An advanced accuracy measurement is achieved by the automatic analysis of three
successive measurements.
• The new system provides reliable values for the doctor and can be used as the basis
for reliable diagnostics and medication therapy for high blood pressure.
Why AAT?
• Human blood pressure can rise and fall rapidly.
• Three measurements allows for adjustments to abnormalities in the reading such as
exertion or movement.