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- Page 1 Go to biosmedical.com for a FREE Log Book. PROTOCOL ®7D Instruction Manual Model: BD240 Blood Pressure Monitor 02.01.19...
- Page 2 Angelique Berg, CEO of Hypertension Canada Trusted by Canadians for 3 Generations At BIOS Diagnostics™, we are proud of our legacy in blood pressure monitoring in Canada. From the early 1930’s to 1987 we manufactured “Tycos” brand professional blood pressure equipment for doctors and hospitals in Canada.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Blood Pressure Monitor Instruction Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1.1 Features 1.2 Important Information 1.2A Safety Information 1.2B Care of the Device 1.2C Comparing Readings to Other Blood Pressure Devices 1.2D Calibration 1.3 What Do Your Numbers Mean? 1.4 Normal Blood Pressure Values 1.5 Common Blood Pressure Questions and Answers 2. -
Page 4: Introduction
1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the BIOS Diagnostics Protocol 7D Blood Pressure Monitor. Designed for convenient and easy 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. -
Page 5: B Care Of The Device
(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. • The ideal time to measure your blood pressure is in the morning just after you wake up, before breakfast and any physical activity, and in the absence of the urge to urinate. -
Page 6: C Comparing Readings To Other Blood Pressure Devices
• Ensure that children do not use this device unsupervised; some parts are small enough to be swallowed. • Using the unit in the immediate vicinity of mobile phones, microwave appliances or other devices with strong electromagnetic fields may result in impaired functioning. •... -
Page 7: Normal Blood Pressure Values
There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differentiate between common primary (essential) hypertension, and secondary hypertension. The latter group can be ascribed to specific organic malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for information about the possible origins of your own increased blood pressure values. 1.4 Normal Blood Pressure Values Blood pressure is too high when measuring at home and you have rested, the diastolic pressure is above 85 mmHg or the systolic blood pressure is above 135 mmHg. -
Page 8: Common Blood Pressure Questions And Answers
1.5 Common Blood Pressure Questions and Answers a) Why is my blood pressure reading always different? Your blood pressure changes constantly. It is quite normal for blood pressure to fluctuate significantly (50 mmHg to 60 mmHg) throughout the day. Blood pressure is normally lowest at night, but increases during waking hours when the stress and activities of everyday life are highest. -
Page 9: Getting Started
2. Getting Started 2.1 About the Blood Pressure Monitor This section describes the various components of the Blood Pressure Monitor. AC/DC Air Socket Socket For Cuff Connector Wide Range Cuff Memory Cuff Start /Stop Button Connector Button Set Button Upper Arm Cuff: Wide range cuff for arm circumference 24 - 43 cm or 9.4”... -
Page 10: Inserting The Batteries
2.3 Inserting the Batteries Follow these steps to insert four “AAA” batteries in the device. 1. Open the battery compartment cover in the direction shown. 2. Insert four “AAA” batteries with the correct polarity as indicated. 3. Replace the battery compartment cover. Attention! •... -
Page 11: Setting Time, Date And Year
3.2 Setting the Time, Date and Year 1. Immediately after selecting the user, press the SET button, the YEAR will flash. Press the MEM button to choose the year and press SET to store in the memory. 2. Repeat the same process to set the MONTH by pressing the MEM button. Press the SET button to store it in the memory. -
Page 12: B Common Sources Of Error
3.3B Common Sources of Error All efforts by the patient to support the arm can increase the blood pressure. Make sure you are in a comfortable, relaxed position and do not activate any of the muscles in the measurement arm during the measurement. Use a cushion for support if necessary. -
Page 13: Protocol Software (7D Mode)
e) Place the arm on the table (palm facing upwards) so that the cuff is at the same level as the heart. Make sure there is no kink in the hose. f) You can adjust the level of your arm by putting a cushion under your arm. -
Page 14: General Mode
1. When the monitor is OFF, press the SET button, 7D Mode will appear on the monitor. Press the SET button to confirm. NOTE: Press the MEM button to switch between 7D Mode and General Mode. Mode 2. Next, select the user. When taking measurements in 7D Mode it is very important to select the correct user. -
Page 15: Discontinuing A Measurement
1. Press the START/STOP button until all the symbols appear on the screen. You will hear 2 short beeps and after “ ” will flash for 2 seconds. The pump then begins to inflate the cuff. The increasing pressure in the cuff is shown on the display. -
Page 16: Clear Measurements From Memory
because the Protocol disregards the first day of measurements and averages the last 6 days of measurements, see section 3.4 for more explanation. Press the MEM button to display the subsequent measurements. mmHg mmHg mmHg mmHg Mode Mode Mode Mode mmHg mmHg mmHg... -
Page 17: Setting The Alarm
3.11 Setting the Alarm This blood pressure monitor allows you to set two alarm times at which an alarm signal will then be triggered. This can be a useful aid, for instance as a reminder to take your measurements for the Protocol Software (7D Mode) or to remind you to take medication. -
Page 18: Care And Maintenance
1. Check the positioning of the cuff and cuff tension. The The device frequently fails to measure the blood cuff should be snug but not tight. pressure values, or the values measured are too low 2. Measure the blood pressure again, ensuring that you or too high. -
Page 19: Year Warranty
6. 10 Year Warranty BIOS Diagnostics blood pressure monitor has a 10 year warranty to be free of manufacturing defects for the life of the original owner. This warranty does not include the inflation system including the cuff and inflation bladder. The cuff is warranted for 2 years. - Page 20 Read the instruction manual carefully before using this device, especially the safety instructions, and keep the instruction manual for future use. Type BF applied part Batteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with domestic waste.
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