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EASY READ
Instruction Manual
Model: BD351
Blood Pressure Monitor
16.04.18

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  • Page 1 Go to biosmedical.com for a FREE Guide Book on Measuring Blood Pressure at Home! EASY READ Instruction Manual Model: BD351 Blood Pressure Monitor 16.04.18...
  • Page 2 Angelique Berg, CEO of Hypertension Canada Trusted by Canadians for 3 Generations At BIOS Diagnostics™, we are proud of our legacy in blood pressure monitoring in Canada. From the early 1930’s to 1987 we manufactured “Tycos” brand professional blood pressure equipment for doctors and hospitals in Canada.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Easy Read Blood Pressure Monitor Instruction Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1.1 Features 1.2 Important Information 1.2A Safety Information 1.2B Care of the Device 1.3 What Do Your Numbers Mean? 1.4 Normal Blood Pressure Values 1.5 Common Blood Pressure Questions and Answers 2.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the BIOS Diagnostics™ Easy Read Blood Pressure Monitor. Designed for convenient and easy operation, this device provides a simple, yet accurate method to measure your blood pressure. Your blood pressure is an important parameter that can be used to monitor your health. This device enables you to monitor your blood pressure regularly, and maintain a record of your blood pressure measurements.
  • Page 5: B Care Of The Device

    physical activity, and in the absence of the urge to urinate. If this is not possible, try to take the measurements later in the morning, before you start any physical activity. Relax for a few minutes before you record your blood pressure.
  • Page 6: What Do Your Numbers Mean

    1.3 What do your Numbers Mean? Blood pressures is the pressure in your blood vessels while blood circulates throughout your body. High blood pressure or “Hypertension” is the pressure at which ones normal average blood pressure is considered too high and other health risks including: heart attack, stroke, dementia, kidney failure, heart disease and erectile dysfunction may occur.
  • Page 7: Common Blood Pressure Questions And Answers

    1.5 Common Blood Pressure Questions and Answers a) Why is my blood pressure reading always different? Your blood pressure changes constantly. It is quite normal for blood pressure to fluctuate significantly (50 mmHg to 60 mmHg) throughout the day. Blood pressure is normally lowest at night, but increases during waking hours when the stress and activities of everyday life are highest.
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    2. Getting Started 2.1 About the BD351 This section describes the various components of the Easy Read Blood Pressure Monitor. AC/DC Socket Air Socket For Cuff Connector Wide Range Cuff Setting Button Memory Down Cuff Start /Stop Memory Up Button Connector Button Button...
  • Page 9: Inserting The Batteries

    2.3 Inserting the Batteries Follow these steps to insert four “AA” batteries in the device. 1. Open the battery compartment cover in the direction shown. LR6(AA) 2. Insert four “AA” batteries with the correct polarity as indicated. 1.5Vx4 3. Replace the battery compartment cover. Attention! •...
  • Page 10: Obtaining Accurate Measurements

    3. The same process is repeated to set the DATE. The date will flash and can be changed with the “+” or “-” button. Afterwards, HOURS will begin to flash. 4. TIME; hours, and then minutes can be set following the same procedure by using the “+”...
  • Page 11: C Fitting The Wide Range Cuff

    3.3C Fitting the Wide Range Cuff a) Put the end of the cuff (with fastener) through the metal ring, making the cuff a cylinder. (Ignore this step if your cuff is already set up.) Proper assembly allows the Velcro to match up properly. ®...
  • Page 12: Measuring Your Blood Pressure

    i) Consecutive measurements will cause blood accumulation in the lower arm which will affect the measuring results. To improve reading accuracy, raise the arm being measured, squeeze and relax your hand several times, then take another measurement. Another option is to take the cuff off and wait at least 5 minutes before repeating measurement.
  • Page 13: Clear Measurements From Memory

    3.8 Clear Measurements From Memory If you are sure that you want to permanently remove all stored memories, press the SET button 7 times until “ ” appears when the power is off. Press the START/STOP button until “ ” flashes 3 times to clear the memory. After this, press either the “+”...
  • Page 14: Care And Maintenance

    Abnormal Blood Pressure Rest for 5 minutes and try measurement again Low battery Replace batteries. If problems occur when using the device the following points should be checked, and if necessary, the corresponding measures should be taken. Malfunction Remedy The display remains blank when the device is 1.
  • Page 15: Year Warranty

    6. 7 Year Warranty BIOS Diagnostics blood pressure monitor has a 7 year warranty to be free of manufacturing defects for the life of the original owner. This warranty does not include the inflation system including the cuff and inflation bladder. The cuff is warranted for 2 years.
  • Page 16: Technical Specifications

    7. Technical Specifications Operating temperature: 5 to 40°C / 41 to 104°F Storage temperature: -20 to 55°C / -4 to 131°F Weight: 302 g (not including batteries) Dimensions: 139 x 100 x 46 mm Measuring procedure: Oscillometric during deflation Measurement range: 40 –...

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