Panasonic EW3153 Instructions Manual page 23

Alarm function signals high blood pressure
Blood pressure values for both systolic and diastolic readings are
determined and indicated via
or hypertensive ranges based on definitions and classification of blood
pressure levels by the JNC 7. Moreover, when blood pressure is in the high
range, the reading displayed on screen flashes on and off to alert user.
According to JNC 7 Classification, values consistently in excess of
140 mmHg (Sys.) and/or 90 mmHg (Dia.) are considered to constitute high
blood pressure.
Blood pressure
sign
When an Error Occurs During Measurement
A
was unsuccessful and should be performed again.
Before performing another measurement, always press the
On/Off and Start button to turn off the unit and make sure to
allow a rest period of 4 to 5 minutes before starting again.
Please consult your doctor without delay if the blood
pressure indicator repeatedly displays to elevated blood
pressure values.
mark in the display as being within normal
mark
positions
Orange
Yellow
Green
• Blood pressure readings will flash for approx. 6 seconds
when in the high blood pressure range.
Systolic blood pressure: 140 mmHg and over
Diastolic blood pressure: 90 mmHg and over
(Only when measurement is complete)
will appear on the display to indicate that measurement
(mmH g )
Diastolic
Hypertension
(Stage 1, Stage 2)
90
Prehypertension
80
Normal
(mmH g )
120 140
Systolic
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