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CUFF BP Blood Pressure Monitoring System TD-3140 Owner’s Manual...
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Dear FORA Diamond Cuff BP Blood Pressure Monitoring System Owner: Thank you for purchasing the FORA Diamond Cuff BP Blood Pressure Monitoring System. This manual provides important information to help you operate this system correctly. Before using this product, please read the following contents thoroughly and carefully.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ BEFORE USE 1. Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this manual. 2. Do NOT use the device if it is not working properly or damaged. 3. Do NOT use under any circumstances on newborns. 4.
TABLE OF CONTENTS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Intended Use Test Principle Contents of System Meter Overview Display Screen HOW TO INSTALL AND UPDATE THE iFORA BP BLUETOOTH PAIRING IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PERFORMING A BLOOD PRESSURE TEST 14 Before Measurement Apply the Cuff Properly Proper Measurement Position HOW TO TEST YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Taking Measurement by the Device Itself...
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Intended Use FORA Diamond Cuff BP Blood Pressure Monitoring System is a system designed to measure the systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse rate by using a non-invasive technique in which an inflatable cuff is wrapped on the upper arm. It is intended for individuals age 18 and up, for use in a home or clinical setting.
Meter Overview BT Indicator Download test results with a Bluetooth connection. Cuff (immovable) Display Screen Battery Compartment ON/OFF Button BT Pairing Button...
Display Screen Low Battery Symbol Units of Blood Pressure Pulse Rate Symbol Systolic Pressure Symbol Diastolic Pressure Value Diastolic Pressure Symbol Systolic Pressure Value Pulse Rate...
HOW TO INSTALL AND UPDATE THE iFORA BP You can use the FORA Diamond Cuff BP Blood Pressure Monitoring System by itself or with the iFORA BP App. iFORA BP is designed to assist you in easily monitoring, recording, and tracking your blood pressure.
BLUETOOTH PAIRING You can transmit your data from the meter to your devices (e.g. smart phone, tablet, PC...) via Bluetooth. Please contact your local customer service or place of purchase for assistance. Please note that you must complete the pairing between meter and Bluetooth receiver before transmitting data.
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4. Tap the Pair button to activate the Bluetooth function. 5. Tap the Search button to search for available Bluetooth Smart meters. Wait for a few seconds, a pop-up window shows up to display the search results. 6. Select Diamond Cuff to start pairing.
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7. When pairing is complete, Diamond Cuff BP will be displayed in the Current Meters field on your device. 8. Tap to pop up the message window. Select Yes to save the setting.
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Bluetooth indicator on the meter Bluetooth Indicator Status The Bluetooth function is enabled and waiting for Flashing Blue connection. Solid Blue The Bluetooth connection is established. Mobile Phone Compatibility Issues The Bluetooth functionality is implemented in different ways by the various mobile phone manufacturers.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PERFORMING A BLOOD PRESSURE TEST Before Measurement ● Avoid caffeine, tea, alcohol and tobacco for at least 30 minutes before measurement. ● Wait for 30 minutes after exercising or bathing before measurement. ● Sit or lie down for at least 10 minutes before measurement. ●...
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3. Leave a little free space between the arm and the cuff; you should be able to fit two fingers between them. Clothing must not restrict the arm. Remove all clothing covering or constricting the measurement arm. 4. Press the hook material firmly against the pile material. The top and bottom edges of the cuff should be tightened evenly around your upper arm.
Proper Measurement Position 1. Sit down for at least 10 minutes before measuring. 2. Place your elbow on a flat surface. Relax your hand with the palm facing up. 3. Make sure the cuff is about the same height as the location of your heart.
HOW TO TEST YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Taking Measurement by the Device Itself Always apply the pressure cuff before turning on the meter. 1. Tap ON/OFF Button. All the LCD symbols will appear with a long beeping sound. Then the cuff will begin to inflate automatically.
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4. After the measurement, the meter displays the systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse rate. 5. Tap ON/OFF Button to switch off. The meter will switch off automatically after being idle for 3 minutes. NOTE: • If you tap ON/OFF Button during measurement, the meter will be turned off. •...
Taking Measurement with the iFORA BP App All the screenshots displayed below come from the display screen of the Bluetooth receiver installed with iFORA BP App, not from the display screen of the meter. Single Measurement 1. Turn on the Bluetooth switch on your mobile device and launch iFORA BP App.
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Average Measurement This function automatically performs three (3) consecutive blood pressure measurements and displays the average result in the end. This function is only available when your meter is connected to your mobile device. 1. Press the Bluetooth button. The PCL” icon will appear on the meter display, indicating that the device is ready to transmit data.
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5. After taking three measurements, the average result is automatically calculated and displayed on the screen with an AVG tag. 6. The meter will switch off automatically after being idle for 3 minutes. NOTE: • If you tap ON/OFF Button on the iFORA BP screen during measurement, the meter will be turned off.
Your meter stores the 200 most recent blood pressure test results along with respective dates and times in the memory. To recall the memory, you have to connect your FORA Diamond Cuff BP Blood Pressure Monitoring System to your mobile device. Once connected, the measured data is automatically imported to iFORA BP App.
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Data Record Screen (rotate by 90°) Rotate by 90 ° to see your results sorted by Date / Time. Measurement mode Irregular heart beat Systolic / Diastolic blood pressure Sunny symbol indicates Morning measurement NOTE: Scroll vertically to view history records.
Reviewing Day Average Results iFORA BP offers you 7-, 14-, and 30- day average results to assist you to monitor your blood pressure. Tap Analysis on the main menu bar to enter Day Average Results. Day Average Screen Switch between 7-, 14-, and 30- day results Share screen data on Facebook or by e-mail...
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Day Average Screen (rotate by 90°) Rotate by 90 ° to see your results in trend graph. Switch between 7-, 14-, and 30- day results Share screen data on Facebook or by e-mail Quick guide Day average trend curve Collapse / Expand sidebar NOTE: •...
Blood Pressure Classification Under Data Record screen or Day Average screen, you can tap on the Blood pressure classification to enter the single or total result classification. Here, your blood pressure results are classified by Orange colors based on your Systolic and Diastolic Green readings, with Red for Stage 2 Hypertension, Light Green...
MAINTENANCE Battery Your meter comes with four (4) 1.5 V AAA size alkaline batteries. Low Battery Signal The meter will display either of the two messages below to alert you when the meter power is getting low. 1. The symbol appears along with display messages: The meter is functional and the result remains accurate, but it is time to change the batteries.
NOTE: • As with all small batteries, these batteries should be kept away from small children. If swallowed, promptly seek medical assistance. • Batteries might leak chemicals if unused for a long time. Remove the batteries if you are not going to use the device for an extended period (i.e., 3 months or more).
DETAILED INFORMATION Reference Values Clinical studies show that adult diabetes is often accompanied by elevated blood pressure. People with diabetes can reduce their heart risk by managing their blood pressure along with diabetes treatment Monitoring your routine blood pressure trend helps you to know your body condition.
SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If you follow the recommended action but the problem persists, or error messages other than the ones below appear, please call your local customer service. Do not attempt to repair by yourself and never try to disassemble the meter under any circumstances. Error Messages on Meter MESSAGE CAUSE...
Troubleshooting 1. If no display appears after tapping ON/OFF Button: POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Batteries exhausted. Replace the batteries. Check that the batteries are correctly Batteries incorrectly installed or absent. installed. 2. If the heart rate is higher/lower than user s average: POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Movement during measurement.
SPECIFICATIONS ● System Performance Power Source: Four 1.5 V AAA alkaline batteries Size of Meter w/o Cuff: 145 (L) x 64.5 (W) x 29.6 (H) mm, 240 g (without batteries) Power Saving: Automatic power off if system idle for 3 minutes Waterproof Grade: IP22 The Expected Service Life: 2 years System Operating Condition:...
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CUFF BP Blood Pressure Monitoring System Designed & Authorized by ForaCare Suisse AG CH-9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland www.foracare.ch TaiDoc Technology Corporation B1-7F., No. 127, Wugong 2nd Road, Wugu Dist., 24888 New Taipei City, Taiwan www.taidoc.com...
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