Sanitas SBC 24 Instructions For Use Manual page 17

• Er _ appears if it has not been possible to perform the measure-
ment properly. Observe the section in these instructions on error
messages/troubleshooting and repeat the measurement.
• The test result is saved automatically.
Evaluating results
Cardiac arrhythmia:
This instrument can identify possible cardiac arrhythmia disorders
during measurement and if necessary indicates the measurement
with the flashing icon .
This may be an indicator for arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is a condition
where the heart rhythm is abnormal as a result of defects in the bio-
electrical system controlling the heart beat. The symptoms (omitted
or premature heart beats, slow or excessively fast heart rate) may be
Range of blood pressure values
Grade 3: Severe hypertension (red)
Grade 2: Moderate hypertension (orange)
Grade 1: Mild hypertension (yellow)
High-normal (green)
Normal (green)
Optimal (green)
Source: WHO, 1999
caused, among other things, by heart disease, age, physical predis-
position, excessive use of stimulants, stress or lack of sleep. Arrhyth-
mia can only be ascertained through examination by your doctor.
Repeat the measurement if the flashing icon
the measurement. Please note that you should rest for 5 minutes
between measurements and not talk or move during the measure-
ment. If the icon
Any self-diagnosis and treatment based on the test results may be
dangerous. It is vital to follow your doctor's instructions.
WHO classification:
According to WHO Guidelines/Definitions and the latest findings, the
test results can be classified and evaluated according to the following
chart:
Systolic (in mmHg) Diastolic (in mmHg)
>=180 >=110
160 -179 100 -109
140 -159 90 - 99
130 -139 85 - 89
120 -129 80 - 84
<120 <80
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appears often, please contact your doctor.
Measure
Seek medical advice
Seek medical advice
Have it checked regularly by doctor
Have it checked regularly by doctor
Check it yourself
Check it yourself
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