Instruction Manual Table of Contents Introduction Features Important Information 1.2A Safety Information 1.2B Care of the Device 1.2C Comparing Readings to Other Blood Pressure Devices 1.2D Calibration About Blood Pressure Normal Blood Pressure Values Common Blood Pressure Questions and Answers Getting Started About the Blood Pressure Monitor About the LCD Screen...
1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Rexall Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor. Designed for convenient and easy TM/MC 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.
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• Morning Hypertension (> 135 / 85 mm Hg): Recently, several studies have identified elevated cardiovascular risks (heart failure, stroke, angina) associated with “morning hypertension”. There is a typical rise in blood pressure during the physiological changes from sleep to arising for the day. •...
1.2B Care of the Device For prolonged life of your blood pressure monitor, note the following instructions: • Do not drop or bang the unit. Prevent sudden jerks, jars or shocks to the device to prevent damage. • Do not insert any foreign objects in any device openings or vents. •...
1.3 About Blood Pressure Your blood pressure level is determined in the circulatory center of your brain. Your nervous system allows your body to adapt or alter blood pressure in response to different situations. Your body alters your pulse or heart rate and the width of blood vessels through changes in muscles in the walls of blood vessels.
Note: A diagnosis of high blood pressure must be confirmed with a medical professional. A doctor should evaluate any unusual blood pressure readings. Additionally, lower targets may be appropriate for some populations such as African-Americans, the elderly, or patients with underlying issues such as diabetes mellitus or chronic kidney disease.
b) Why is the doctor’s reading different from the reading taken at home? Your blood pressure can vary due to the environment (temperature, nervous condition). When measuring blood pressure at the doctor’s office, it is possible for blood pressure to increase due to anxiety and tension. c) Why should I monitor blood pressure at home? One or two readings will not provide a true indication of your normal blood pressure.
2.2 About the LCD Screen The LCD screen displays the systolic and diastolic blood pressure measurements along with your heart rate. It also displays previously recorded measurements, the date and time, when the appropriate button is pressed. Systolic Blood Pressure Hypertension Diastolic Blood Pressure Classification Indicator...
3. Using the Device This section describes how to get the maximum benefit from your blood pressure monitor. Follow the instructions carefully to get an accurate measurement of your blood pressure and pulse rate. 3.1 Obtaining Accurate Measurements Your blood pressure can vary based on numerous factors, physiological conditions, and your surroundings. Follow these guidelines to obtain accurate and error-free measurements of your blood pressure and pulse rate.
3.1C 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. b) Place the cuff around your bare arm.
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.
3.5 Recall the Memory with the Power Off Press and hold the START/STOP button for 3 seconds when monitor is turned off, the average of the last 3 measurements will be shown, press the START/STOP button again to see the most recent measurement value. Subsequent measurements can be displayed one after the other by pressing the START/STOP button.
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Make sure the cuff is wrapped around Appears when there is an error during the the arm properly and that the air plug is inflation process properly connected to the unit. Rest for 5 minutes and try measurement Abnormal blood pressure again.
/min STOP 6. Lifetime Guarantee Rexall blood pressure monitors have a lifetime warranty to be free of manufacturing defects for the life of TM/MC the original owner. This warranty does not include the inflation system including the cuff and inflation bladder.
7. Technical Specifications Operation temperature: 5 to 40°C / 41 to 104°F Storage temperature: -20 to 55°C / -4 to 131°F Weight: 219 g (not including batteries) Dimensions: 132 x 100 x 45 mm Measuring method: Oscillometric during deflation Measuring range: 0 –...
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