Timex 80210 Quick Start Manual

Upper Arm
INTRODUCTION
Your blood pressure monitor is a fully automatic, digital blood pressure measuring
device for use on the upper arm. This monitor enables very fast and reliable measure-
ment of the systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well your pulse by use of the
oscillometric method. This device is easy to use. The large display makes it easy to
visualize operational status and cuff pressure during a measurement.
Please read through this instruction manual carefully
before use and then keep it in a
safe place. For further questions
on the subject of blood pressure
and its measurement, please
consult your doctor.
Memory Scroll Button
Time Button
Page Scroll Button
Digital Display
Start Button
On/Off Button
Unlock Button
Important information about self-measurement
• Self-measurement means control, not diagnosis or treatment. Your measurements
should be discussed with your doctor. You should never alter the dosages of any
medication without direction from your doctor.
• The pulse reading is not suitable for checking heart pacemakers.
• If you have been diagnosed with a severe arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat, meas-
urements made with this instrument should only be evaluated after consultation
with the doctor.
Electromagnetic interference:
This device contains sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong electrical or elec-
tromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g. cellular phones, microwave
ovens) Electrical interference can lead to temporary impairment of the measuring
accuracy.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BLOOD PRESSURE AND ITS
MEASUREMENT
How does high/low blood pressure arise? Your blood pressure level is deter-
mined 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 and the width of blood vessels through changes in muscles in the walls of
blood vessels. Your blood pressure reading is highest when your heart pumps or ejects
blood. This stage is called your systolic blood pressure. Your blood pressure is lowest
when the heart rests between beats. This is called your diastolic blood pressure. It is
critical to maintain blood pressure values within a "normal" range in order to prevent
particular diseases.
Which values are normal? Blood pressure is too high if at rest, the systolic blood
pressure is over 140mmHg and/or the diastolic pressure is above 90mmHg. If you
obtain readings in this range, you should consult your doctor. High blood pressure val-
ues over time can damage blood vessels, vital organs such as the kidney and even
your heart. Should the systolic blood pressure values lie between 140mmHg and
160mmHg and/or the diastolic blood pressure values lie between 90mmHg and
100mmHg, consult your doctor. Regular self-checks may be necessary. When blood
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pressure values are too low, i.e. systolic values under 100mmHg and/or diastolic
values under 60mmHg, consulting your doctor may be necessary. Even with normal
blood pressure values, a regular self-check with your blood pressure monitor is
recommended. In this way you can detect possible changes in your values early and
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react appropriately. If you are undergoing medical treatment to control your blood
pressure, please keep a record of the level of your blood pressure by carrying out
regular self-measurements at specific times of the day. You should show these values
to your doctor. Never use the results of your measurements to independently alter
drug doses prescribed by your doctor.
Further information
• If your values are mostly "normal" under resting conditions but exceptionally high
under conditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suf-
fering from so-called "labile hypertension" (frequently changing levels of elevated
blood pressure). In any case, please discuss the values with your doctor.
What can be done, if regular increased/low values are obtained? Increased
blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) over time are associated with
considerable risks to health. Blood vessels in your body are endangered due to con-
striction caused by deposits in the vessel walls (arteriosclerosis). This can result in a
deficient supply of blood to important organs (heart, brain, muscles). Additionally, the
heart will become structurally damaged.
There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differentiate between the
common primary (essential) hypertension, and secondary hypertension. Secondary
hypertension can cause organ malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for informa-
tion about the possible origins of your own increased blood pressure values.
There are lifestyle changes you can make to prevent and reduce high blood pressure.
These measures must be part of a healthy lifestyle and include:
Eating habits
• Maintain a normal weight as prescribed
by your doctor
• Avoid excessive consumption of salt
• Avoid fatty foods
Previous/Existing illnesses
• Follow any medical instructions for
treating previous/existing illness such as:
• Diabetes
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
COMPONENTS OF YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
The illustration shows the TIMEX Upper Arm
Blood Pressure Monitor model # 80210,
consisting of:
Medium Upper Arm Cuff
Control Unit
USING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
Inserting the batteries
Insert batteries immediately after unpacking the unit.
The battery compartment is located on the bottom of
the device (see illustration).
a) Remove cover as illustrated.
b) Insert the batteries 4 x AAA observe the indicated
polarity.
Habits
• Eliminate smoking
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (coffee)
Physical conditioning
• After a preliminary medical examination,
exercise regularly
• Choose sports which require endurance
• Avoid over-exertion