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Key advantages
Reduction of errors:
• Insufficient rest prior to measurement
• Movement
• Improper cuff positioning
Medical benefits
• Improved accuracy
• Reliable patient self-measurement data for the doctor
• Safe hypertension diagnostic
• Reliable therapy control
Measurement sequence
• With the full measurement cycles, the total measurement time remains less than
3 minutes, compared to a single measurement time of 1 minute.
• Single results are not displayed
• Due to the "Data Analysis" result, a 4th measurement may be applied
COMPONENTS OF YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
The illustration shows the TIMEX Professional Series Upper Arm Blood Pressure
Monitor model #80222, consisting of:
Medium Cuff
Memory Button
Power On/Off
User/Time Button
Print Button
AAT On/Off Button
Start Button
USING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
Inserting the batteries
Insert batteries immediately after unpacking the unit. The
battery compartment is located on the back of the device
(see illustration).
a) Flip-down cover as illustrated.
b) Insert the batteries 4 x AAA observing the
indicated polarity.
c) If a battery warning appears in the
display, the batteries are low and
must be replaced.
• After the battery warning appears, the device will not
work until the batteries have been replaced.
• Please use 'AAA' Long-Life. The use of rechargeable
batteries is not recommended.
• If your blood-pressure monitor is left unused for long
periods, please remove the batteries from the device.
Functional check:
Hold on the O/I button down to test all the display
symbols. When functioning correctly all symbols must
appear.
Using the AC adapter (included)
It is possible to operate this blood pressure instrument,
with a TIMEX AC adapter (output 6 V DC / 600 mA with
DIN plug).
a) Plug the AC plug into the socket at the back of the
instrument.
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b) Plug the AC adapter into a 230V or 110V power socket.
Test that power is available by pressing the O/I button.
Note:
• No power is taken from the batteries while the AC
adapter is connected to the instrument.
• If power is interrupted during the measurement
(e.g. by accidental removal of the AC adaptor from the
socket, the instrument must be reset by removing the
plug from its socket and re-inserting the connections.
• Please consult customer service (1-800-422-0360) if you have questions relating to
the AC Adaptor.
Cuff Connection
Insert the cuff tube into the opening provided on the left side of the instrument,
as shown in the diagram.
Setting the Time and Date
This blood-pressure monitor automatically records
the time and date of each measurement. This is very
important information as blood pressure normally
varies over the course of a day. After new batteries
have been inserted, the time/date display shows the
following setting: 2000-01-01 00:00. (year-month-day-
time) You must then re-enter the date and current time.
Please proceed as follows (Example: Entering
(year-month-day-time) 2001-06-15 Time 09:30):
1. First turn the unit on. Then press and hold the
User/Time button for at least 3 seconds. The display
now indicates the set year, during which the four
characters blink.
2. The correct year can be entered by pressing the
MEMORY button. Once for each change.
(Example: 1 x press).
3. Press the User/Time button again. The display now switches to the current date,
and the month blinks.
4. The current month can now be entered by pressing the MEMORY button.
Note: Holding the button down speeds up the procedure.
5. Press the User/Time button again. The day is now blinking.
6. The current day can now be entered by pressing the MEMORY button.
7. Press the User/Time button again. The display now switches to the current time,
and the hour blinks along with the AM/PM indicators.
8. The corresponding hour (including AM/PM) can now be entered by pressing the
MEMORY button.
9. Press the User/Time button again. The minutes now blink.
10. The minutes can now be entered by pressing the MEMORY button.
Remember, you may hold the button to scan values.
11. Reading the set date: After all settings have been entered, click the User/Time
button once. The date is briefly displayed and then the time. The input is now con-
firmed and the clock begins to run.
CARRYING OUT A MEASUREMENT
Before the measurement:
• Avoid eating or smoking as well as all forms of exertion directly before measure-
ment. All these factors influence the measurement result. Relax by sitting in an arm-
chair in a quiet atmosphere for about ten minutes before measurement.
• Remove any garment that fits closely to your upper arm.
• Always measure on the same arm (normally left).
• Take measurements regularly at the same time of day, since blood pressure changes
during the course of the day.
Common sources of error:
Note: Comparable blood pressure measurements always require the same conditions.
These are normally always restful conditions.
• All efforts by the patient to hold up the arm can increase blood pressure. Make sure
you are in a comfortable, relaxed position and do not activate any of the muscles in
the measurement arm during measurement. Use a cushion for support if necessary.
User/Time Button
Memory Button
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