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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Blood Pressure Wrist Monitor - Automatic
Model RC212

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  • Page 1 ® INSTRUCTION MANUAL Blood Pressure Wrist Monitor - Automatic Model RC212...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ....................3 Important Safety Information ................4 1. Know Your Monitor ...................8 2. Preparation.....................12 3. Using Your Monitor.................17 4. Using Memory Function .................19 5. Other Settings ..................20 6. Error Messages and Troubleshooting ............21 7. Maintenance...................24 8. Specifications ..................25 9.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Safety Instructions This instruction manual provides you with important information about the Rite Aid RC212 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor. To ensure the safe and proper use of this monitor, READ and UNDERSTAND all of the safety and operating instructions. If you do not understand these instructions or have any questions, contact 1-800-634-4350 before attempting to use this monitor.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Please read the Important Safety Information in this instruction manual before using this monitor. Please follow this instruction manual thoroughly for your safety. Please keep for future reference. For specific information about your own blood pressure, CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not Warning avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 5 Important Safety Information Battery Handling and Usage • Keep batteries out of the reach of infants, toddlers or children. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the user Caution or patient, or cause damage to the equipment or other property.
  • Page 6 • Ensure that this monitor has acclimated to room temperature before taking a measurement. Taking a measurement after an extreme temperature change could lead to an inaccurate reading. OMRON recommends waiting for approximately 2 hours for the monitor to warm up or cool down when...
  • Page 7 Important Safety Information Battery Handling and Usage • DO NOT insert batteries with their polarities incorrectly aligned. • ONLY use 2 “AAA” alkaline batteries with this monitor. DO NOT use other types of batteries. DO NOT use new and used batteries together. DO NOT use different brands of batteries together.

  • Page 8: Know Your Monitor

    1. Know Your Monitor 1.1 Contents Monitor, 2 “AAA” alkaline batteries, storage case, instruction manual, quick start guide 1.2 Monitor a. Wrist cuff (Wrist circumference 5.3" to 8.5" (13.5 cm to 21.5 cm)) b. Display c. Battery compartment d. [Memory] button e.
  • Page 9 1. Know Your Monitor 1.3 Display and Symbols Systolic blood pressure reading Diastolic blood pressure reading Heartbeat/hypertension symbol Flashes while taking a measurement. Appears if your systolic blood pressure is 130 mmHg or above and/or the diastolic blood pressure is 80 mmHg or above. Memory symbol Appears when viewing readings stored in the memory.
  • Page 10 1. Know Your Monitor Irregular heartbeat symbol Appears along with readings Normal Heartbeat when an irregular rhythm is Pulse detected 2 or more times Blood pressure during a measurement. An irregular heartbeat rhythm is defined as a rhythm that is Irregular Heartbeat Short Long 25% less or 25% more than the...
  • Page 11 1. Know Your Monitor 1.4 Classification of BP (Blood Pressure) AHA (American Heart Association) defines categories of BP in adults as below. Categories of BP in Adults* BP Category Systolic BP Diastolic BP Normal < 120 mmHg < 80 mmHg Elevated 120-129 mmHg and <...

  • Page 12: Preparation

    2. Preparation 2.1 Installing Batteries Push down the hook of the battery cover and pull downward. Insert 2 “AAA” alkaline batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Close the battery cover. Note • When the “ ” symbol flashes on the display, it is recommended you replace batteries.
  • Page 13 2. Preparation 2.2 Blood Pressure Measurement Tips To help ensure an accurate reading, follow these directions: • Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during stressful times. • Measurements should be taken in a quiet place. • It is important to take measurements at same times each day. Taking measurements in the morning and in the evening is recommended.
  • Page 14 • The blood pressure can differ between the right wrist and the left wrist, and the measured blood pressure values can be different. OMRON recommends to always use the same wrist for measurement. If the values between both wrists differ substantially, please check with your physician as to which wrist to use for your measurements.
  • Page 15 2. Preparation Position the wrist cuff leaving a clearance of 0.5 inch (1 to 2 cm) between the cuff and the bottom of your palm. 0.5 inch (1 to 2cm) Wrap the wrist cuff firmly around your wrist. Do not apply over clothing. Check to make sure that there is no gap between your wrist and the cuff.
  • Page 16 2. Preparation 2.4 Sitting Correctly To take a measurement, you need to be relaxed and comfortably seated in a room with a comfortable temperature. Place your elbow on the table to support your arm. • Sit in a chair with your legs uncrossed and your feet flat on the floor.

  • Page 17: Using Your Monitor

    3. Using Your Monitor 3.1 Taking a Measurement Note • To stop the measurement, press the [START/STOP] button once to deflate the wrist cuff. Caution • DO NOT use this monitor with other medical electrical (ME) equipment simultaneously. This may result in incorrect operation of the monitor and/or cause an inaccurate reading.
  • Page 18 3. Using Your Monitor After your monitor has detected your blood pressure and pulse rate, the cuff automatically deflates. Your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed. If either the systolic or the diastolic reading is high (refer to sub-section 1.3 ), the “...

  • Page 19: Using Memory Function

    4. Using Memory Function Your monitor automatically stores up to 30 readings. Note • This monitor can be used by multiple users. When you use memory function with other users, track (or manage) your own readings appropriately. 4.1 Viewing the Readings Stored in Memory Press the button.

  • Page 20: Other Settings

    5. Other Settings 5.1 Deleting All Readings Stored in Memory Press the button, then the “ ” symbol appears. While holding the button down, press and hold the [START/STOP] button for more than 2 seconds. Note • All readings will be deleted. You cannot partially delete the readings stored in the memory.

  • Page 21: Error Messages And Troubleshooting

    Refer correctly. to sub-section 2.3. appears or the wrist cuff does Air is leaking from the wrist Contact your OMRON retail outlet not inflate. cuff. or distributor. The wrist cuff is overinflated Contact customer service. Refer exceeding 300 mmHg.
  • Page 22 6. Error Messages and Troubleshooting Display/ Possible Cause Solution Problem Press the [START/STOP] button again. If “Er” still appears, contact The monitor is malfunctioned. customer service. Refer to appears section 10. Replacing all batteries with 2 new alkaline batteries is Batteries are low.
  • Page 23 6. Error Messages and Troubleshooting Display/ Possible Cause Solution Problem Press the [START/STOP] button to turn the monitor off, then press it again to take a measurement. If the problem continues, Any other remove all batteries and wait for 30 seconds. Then re-install problems batteries.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    7. Maintenance 7.1 Maintenance To protect your monitor from damage, please follow the directions below: • Changes or modifications not approved by the manufacturer will void the user warranty. Caution • DO NOT disassemble or attempt to repair this monitor or other components. This may cause an inaccurate reading.

  • Page 25: Specifications

    8. Specifications Model RC212 HEM-6161-RA Display LCD digital display Cuff pressure range 0 to 299 mmHg Blood pressure SYS: 60 to 260 mmHg measurement range DIA: 40 to 215 mmHg Pulse measurement 40 to 180 beats / min. range Pressure: ±3 mmHg Accuracy Pulse: ±5% of display reading...
  • Page 26 8. Specifications Measurable wrist 5.3” to 8.5” (13.5 to 21.5 cm) circumference Memory Stores up to 30 readings Monitor, 2 “AAA” alkaline batteries, storage case, Contents instruction manual, quick start guide Protection against Internally powered ME equipment electric shock Applied part Type BF (wrist cuff) Maximum temperature Lower than +118.4°F (+48°C)

  • Page 27: Fcc Statement

    9. FCC Statement FCC CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 28: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    10. Limited Lifetime Warranty Your Rite Aid RC212 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor, excluding the batteries, is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the 5 year durable period (Service life) of this product when used in accordance with the instruction provided with the unit.
  • Page 29 10. Limited Lifetime Warranty OMRON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF USE OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT COSTS, EXPENSES OR DAMAGES. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary by jurisdiction. Because of special local requirements, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

  • Page 30: Guidance And Manufacturer's Declaration

    Information for Accompanying Documents in the Scope of IEC60601-1-2:2014 Important information regarding Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) RC212 conforms to IEC60601-1-2:2014 Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard. Further documentation in accordance with this EMC standard is available at OmronHealthcare.com/ emc. Refer to the EMC information for RC212 on the website.
  • Page 31 OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd. Distributed by : Rite Aid 30 Hunter Lane Camp Hill, PA 17011 www.riteaid.com © 2018 OMRON HEALTHCARE, INC. Made in Vietnam 4602494-4B...

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