CONTENTS ESSENTIA INTRODUCTION ..............2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ..............2 • White Coat Syndrome ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE ..............5 • Blood Pressure Standard • Blood Pressure Classification Indicator • What is Systolic and Diastolic Pressure? • Blood Pressure Fluctuation YOUR BP MONITOR ................8 •...
If you still have any questions regarding its use, visit the A.M.G. Medical website or contact our Customer Service team at 1-800-363-2381. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Readings taken by the Physio Logic EssentiA are equivalent ®...
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EssentiA Instruction Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION ATTENTION • This Blood Pressure Monitor does not replace examination by a physician. Your doctor is the one person best qualified to interpret your results, we recommend that you keep a blood pressure journal to bring to your visits with your healthcare professional.
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EssentiA Instruction Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION ATTENTION • Do not crush the cuff. • If the unit has been stored at temperatures below 0 C, leave it at room temperature for about 2 hours before using it. Otherwise, the cuff may not inflate properly.
EssentiA Instruction Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION ATTENTION • Do not use the device near strong electrical or electromagnetic fields generated by cell phones or other devices, they may cause incorrect readings and interference or become interference source to the device. Do not use the device during transport outside healthcare facility for interference source existing as well.
EssentiA Instruction Manual ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE Blood Pressure Classification Severe Hypertension (Red) Indicator (WHO) Moderate Hypertension (Orange) Your monitor includes a classification Mild Hypertension (Yellow) indicator based on established guidelines from the World Health High-Normal (Green) Organization (WHO). The chart Normal (Green) below (colour coded on unit) Optimal (Green)
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EssentiA Instruction Manual MEASUREMENT TIPS Important Notes Here are a few helpful tips to help you obtain more accurate readings: • Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is in constant fluctuation throughout the day. • Blood pressure recording can be affected by the position of the user, his or her physiological condition and other factors.
EssentiA Instruction Manual YOUR BP MONITIOR Memory Zone Systolic Blood Pressure Low Battery Indicator mmHg kPa Cuff Is Inflating WHO Blood Pressure Classification Indicator Cuff Is Deflating Diastolic Last 3 Results Average Blood Pressure Irregular Heartbeat Indicator Time Pulse Rate Date Memory Number Indicator Arm Cuff...
EssentiA Instruction Manual YOUR MONITOR Unit Layout Blood Pressure Classification Indicator Systolic Blood Pressure Diastolic Blood Pressure Pulse Rate M Button START / STOP Button LCD Screen Air Jack SET Button Storage Case Battery Cover...
EssentiA Instruction Manual POWER OPTIONS • Battery: 4 x AA alkaline batteries • USB Power Source (Cable not included) USB Power Source CAUTION Do not use any other type of battery as it may harm the unit. Installing and Replacing Batteries 1.
EssentiA Instruction Manual GETTING STARTED Selecting Memory Zone and Setting Date, Time, and Unit of Measurement It is important to set the time before using your blood pressure monitor, so that a time stamp can be assigned to each reading that is stored in the memory.
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EssentiA Instruction Manual GETTING STARTED 3. After selecting your memory zone, press SET to automatically move to the next step. START STOP 4. Set the month first by pressing the “M“ button. Then Press the“SET” button to confirm. Continue with the same step for the day, hour, and minute.
EssentiA Instruction Manual MEASUREMENT Prepare the Cuff 1. Firmly insert air plug into opening located on left side of the monitor. 2. Wrap the cuff around your upper left arm. The tube should be aligned to point toward your little finger, as illustrated.
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EssentiA Instruction Manual MEASUREMENT Prepare the Cuff 3. The cuff should be snug, but not too tight. (You should be able to insert one finger between the cuff and your arm). Keep a space of 1 - 2 cm (0.4”- 0.8”) between the cuff edge and your elbow. 1 - 2 cm (0.4”- 0.8”) 4.
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EssentiA Instruction Manual MEASUREMENT Start the Measurement 1. Press and hold the START/STOP button until a beep sounds. The LCD screen will mmHg kPa light up followed by a long tone which indicates the device is ready for testing. 2. Initial pressure is first pumped to190mmHg. The unit will automatically adjust to one of four pressure levels based on the current user’s blood pressure.
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EssentiA Instruction Manual MEASUREMENT Start the Measurement 3. Once inflated, the cuff will slowly deflate and measure your blood mmHg kPa pressure. A flashing “ “ will appear simultaneously on screen signaling heart beat detection. 4. When testing is complete the monitor will sound three short beeps.
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EssentiA Instruction Manual MEASUREMENT Test Average With power off, press the “M“ button to activate screen display. After the unit performs a self diagnosis, the screen will mmHg display the average test results from the last 3 readings of the last memory zone used. The “AVG“...
EssentiA Instruction Manual USING THE MEMORY Memory Check You may check past test results by using the “M“ button. The most recent and oldest test result in memory can be viewed by pressing and holding the “M“ button. Upon activating test results you can press the “M”...
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EssentiA Instruction Manual USING THE MEMORY To Delete All Records From Memory You can clear the memory for the selected group while in memory check mode by following the steps listed below. 1. Press and hold the “SET” button for 3 seconds. 2.
EssentiA Instruction Manual TIPS FOR TAKING ACCURATE READINGS Wait at least 1 hour after eating or drinking Avoid taking readings immediately before taking a measurement. after having tea, coffee or smoking. Wait at least 1 hour after taking a Avoid talking or moving your fingers bath before taking a measurement.
EssentiA Instruction Manual MAINTENANCE How to clean and care for your blood pressure monitor. Store in a dry place and avoid exposing Avoid contact with water, wipe away to hot or cold temperatures, any moisture with a dry cloth. humidity or direct sunlight. Avoid intense shaking Avoid storing the unit in dusty or or dropping unit.
EssentiA Instruction Manual TROUBLESHOOTING The table below indicates how to solve common problems that you may encounter when using this monitor. If the product is not operating as you think it should, please check here first before calling customer service. PROBLEM PROBLEM CAUSE...
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EssentiA Instruction Manual SOLUTION SOLUTION Firmly reposition cuff approximately Firmly reposition cuff approximately 1 - 2 cm (0.4”- 0.8”) above the elbow joint. 1 - 2 cm (0.4”- 0.8”) above the elbow joint. Sit in a relaxed position with arm placed near heart. Sit in a relaxed position with arm placed near heart.
EssentiA Instruction Manual Specifications Product Description Arm-Type Fully Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Model Essentia Display LCD Digital Display Size: 84.1mm×55.1mm (3.31" x 2.17") Measurement Method Oscillometric Method Systolic Pressure 60mmHg~280mmHg Diastolic Pressure 30mmHg~200mmHg 0mmHg~300mmHg Pressure Measurement Range Pressure ±3mmHg or ±2% above 200mmHg Pulse 30 ~ 180 Beats/Minute ±5%...
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EssentiA Instruction Manual Temperature: C ~ 70 C (-13 F~158 Storage Environment Humidity ≤93% RH Internal Powered Equipment,Type BF Classification: Cuff is the Applied Part Ingress Protection IP20, Indoor Use Only Rating: Specifications are subject to change without notice. International Standards: 1.
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EssentiA Instruction Manual Electromagnetic Compatibility Information The device satisfies the EMC requirements of the international standard IEC 60601-1-2. The requirements are satisfied under the conditions described in the table below. The device is an electrical medical product and is subject to special precautionary measures with regard to EMC which must be published in the instructions for use.
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EssentiA Instruction Manual Electromagnetic Compatibility Information Table 2 Guidance and declaration of manufacturer-electromagnetic immunity 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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EssentiA Instruction Manual Electromagnetic Compatibility Information Table 3 Guidance and declaration of manufacturer-electromagnetic immunity 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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EssentiA Instruction Manual Electromagnetic Compatibility Information Table 4 Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the device The device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated therefore disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the device can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the device as recommended below, according...
EssentiA Instruction Manual LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY A.M.G. Medical Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty is valid for the original purchaser only. Any alterations, abuse, misuse or accidental damage voids this warranty. For replacement or repair under warranty, please call: 1-800-363-2381, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
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Blood Pressure Monitor Authorised Representative in the European Community M. Devices Group / E. C. REP Ltd, 5 Fitzwilliam Square East, Dublin 2 D02 R744, Ireland Tel: +353 1 2 544 944 option 1 Email: info@ecrep.ie Manufactured and printed in China for: A.M.G. Medical Inc. 8505 Dalton, Montréal, QC H4T 1V5 Canada •...
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