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BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR MONITOR model iCare...
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Thank you for choosing Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor TM iHerz ® model iCare. We are sure that having appraised worthily the high quality and reliability of this device you will become a regular user of the products of Italian Trademark TM iHerz ®...
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BLOOD PRESSURE AND ITS MEASUREMENT What Is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the pressure that your blood extends to the vascular walls. Blood pressure is necessary to provide for constant blood flow inside the body. Thanks to it the cells get oxygen that provides for their normal functioning.
the patient at its early stages. That’s why the self control of the blood pres- sure is so important. With the illness progressing, headaches and regular dizziness appear, the sight declines, the functioning of vitals (encephalon, heart, kidneys, blood vessels) breaks down. Without special treatment the complications of hypertension might be kidney damages, breast-pang, paralytic stroke, aphasia, dementia, heart attack and stroke.
When measured correctly, if diastolic blood pressure is more than 120 mmHg, it is necessary to call the doctor immediately. ADVANTAGES OF AUTOMATIC BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR MODEL iCare Blood Pressure Rate Indicator Blood pressure rate indicator is located along left side of the display. The classification corresponds to 6 ranges described in the table of the sec- tion «Which values are normal?».
Multiple Users 2 users can make measurements and store data together. Memory allows up to 60 results for each user enabling to display average results, which include quite long period of time. There is no need to write down and store the results on hard cop- ies every time after measurement.
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scribed medication without consulting your physician. * Do not take any therapeutic measures on the basis of a self measure- ment. Never alter the dose of a medicine prescribed by a doctor. Consult your doctor if you have any question about your blood pressure. * When the device was used to measure patients who have common ar- rhythmias such as atrial or ventricular premature beats or atrial fibrillation, the best result may occur with...
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* To verify the calibration of the AUTOMATED SPHYGMOMANOMETER, please contact the manufacturer. * This device is contraindicated for any female who may be suspected of, or is pregnant. Besides providing inaccurate readings, the effects of this device on the fetus are unknown. * Too frequent and consecutive measurements could cause disturbances in blood circulation and injuries.
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sization or irritation reaction. * If you experience discomfort during a measurement, such as pain in the arm or other complaints, press the START/STOP button to release the air immediately from the cuff. Loosen the cuff and remove it from your arm. * If the cuff pressure reaches 40 kPa (300 mmHg), the unit will automati- cally deflate.
KEEP THIS MANUAL DURING THE WHOLE LIFETIME OF THE DEVICE Components of Your Blood Pressure Monitor Kit The blood pressure monitor kit includes Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor model iCare, 22 - 32 cm cuff, 4 batteries 1,5 V (AAA), user’s manual, warranty card, kit box.
Description of the Blood Pressure Monitor AIR CONNECTOR PLUG LCD DISPLAY MEM BUTTON SET BUTTON START/STOP BUTTON CUFF AIR HOSE BATTERY COMPARTMENT Installing and Replacing the Batteries • Open the battery cover. • Install the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
• Do not use new and used batteries together. • Do not use different types of batteries together. • Do not dispose the batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak. • Remove batteries if the device is not likely to be used for some time. •...
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mmHg Measurement Unit of the blood pressure Low battery Batteries are low and need to be replaced Irregular heart- Blood pressure monitor is detect- beat ing an irregular heartbeat during measurement. Blood pressure Indicate the blood pressure level level indicator Current Time Year/Month/Day, Hour/Minute Heartbeat...
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to confirm the time format [12H] and [24h]. 5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the [HOUR] and [MINUTE]. 6. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the [UNIT]. 7. After the unit is set,the LCD will display “donE”first,then display all the settings you have done and then it will turn off.
Fitting the Cuff Select a pressure cuff size that corresponds to the circumference of your shoulder (measured with a tight fit in the middle of the shoulder). The size M (22-32 cm) is a size fitting the majority of people. 1.
• Keep your back against the backrest of the chair. • For a meaningful comparison, try to measure under similar conditions. For example, take daily measurements at approximately the same time, on the same arm, or as directed by a physician. Measuring Procedure When the monitor is off, press the “START/STOP”...
The date and time of the record will be shown The current No. is No 2.T The corresponding he corresponding alternately. date is January 1st. time is P.M. 10:08. CAUTION The most recent record (1) is shown first. Each new measurement is assigned to the first (1) record.
ERROR MESSAGES/ TROUBLESHOOTING This section includes a list of error messages and frequently asked ques- tions for problems you may encounter with your blood pressure monitor. If the products not operating as you think it should, check here before arranging for servicing. PROBLEM SYMPTOM CHECK THIS...
“out ” shows Out of measurement Relax for a moment. range Refasten the cuff and then measure Warning again. If the problem message persists, contact your physician. The functionality of this device may be disturbed by the use of strong electromagnetic fields such as mobile phones or radio stations at close range, so we recommend that these devices be kept at least 1 m away.
Using wet cloths to remove dirt Do not attempt to clean the reusable cuff with water and never immerse the cuff in water. Disinfection: If required (for example, in a hospital setting), disinfection of the pressure cuff twice per week is recommended. Disinfect the interior of the pressure cuff (the surfaces that come into con- tact with the patient’s skin) with the use of a soft cloth soaked in ethyl alcohol (75-90%) and wait for the pressure cuff to dry up.
Serial number Direct current Caution, consult accompanying documents Dispose of in accordance with the requirements of your country The cuff is type BF applied part European representative CE mark Recycle The Green Dot is the license symbol of a European network of industry-funded systems for recycling the packaging materials of consumer goods.
1060-3:2015 “Non-Invasive Sphygmomanometer.” Part 3. Paragraph 9.2. WARRANTY Your Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Model iCare is warranted for 5 years from date of purchase. Warranty for the cuff is 1 year from the date of purchase. The warranty does not apply to batteries...
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and damage caused by improper handling, accidents, not following the operating instructions or self-maintained alterations made to the device. The warranty is only valid upon presentation of the warranty card with purchase date and stamp of trade organization. COMPLIED STANDARDS LIST Risk management EN ISO 14971:2012 / ISO 14971:2007 Medical devices -Application of risk management to medical devices...
Clinical investigation EN 1060-4:2004 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers - Part 4: Test procedures to determine the overall system accuracy of automated non-invasive sphygmomanom- eters ISO 81060-2:2013 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers - Part 2:Clinical validation of automated measurement type Usability EN 60601-1-6:2010+A1:2015/IEC 60601-1- 6:2010+A1:2013 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-6: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral standard: Usability IEC 62366-1:2015 Medical devices - Part 1: Application...
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Table 1 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the device should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment - guidance...
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Surge line(s) to line(s) to line(s): Mains power quality IEC61000- line(s): ±1 kV ±1 kV should be that of a typical line(s) to earth: 100 kHz repeti- commercial or hospital ±2 kV tion environment. 100 kHz repeti- frequency tion frequency Voltage 0%UT;...
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Conducted 150 kHz to 150 kHz to Portable and mobile RF com- 80 MHz: 80 MHz: munications equipment should 3 Vrms 3 Vrms be used no closer to any part 61000-4-6 6Vrms (in ISM 6Vrms (in of the device, including cables, and amateur than the recommended separa- radio bands)
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NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies. NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propa- gation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people. a Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular / cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy.
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Table 5 Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the device. The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the device, should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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