Professional automated office blood pressure monitor (24 pages)
Summary of Contents for Microlife BP 3BTO-A
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Tel. 886 2 8797-1288 Fax.886 2 8797-1283 Email service@microlife.com.tw www.microlife.com North / Central / South America Microlife USA, Inc. 424 Skinner Blvd., Suite C Dunedin, FL 34698 / USA Tel. +1 727 451 0484 Fax +1 727 451 0492 Email msa@microlifeusa.com...
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BP 3BTO-A Blood Pressure Monitor for Pregnant Women Instruction Manual (1-11)
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Blood Pressure Monitor for Pregnant Women Instruction Manual...
5.2. Common sources of error 5.3. Fitting the cuff 5.4. Measuring procedure 5.5. Discontinuing a measurement 5.6. Memory – recall of the measurements 5.7. Memory – cancellation of all measurements Error Messages/Malfunctions Care and Maintenance, Recalibration Guarantee Technical Specifications 10. www.microlife.com...
INTRODUCTION 1.1. Features 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 measurement of the systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well your pulse by use of the oscillometric method. Up to 20 % of women develop hypertension during pregnancy.
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When blood pressure values are too low, i.e. systolic values under 100 mmHg and/or diastolic values under 60 mmHg, consult your doctor. 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 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.
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A) Eating habits • Strive for a normal weight as prescribed by your doctor. Reduce overweight! • Avoid excessive consumption of common salt. (Many «packaged foods» contain high levels of salt). • Avoid fatty foods. (Packaged foods are frequently high in fats). B) Previous illnesses Consistently follow any medical instructions for treating previous illness such as: •...
4.2. Using a mains adapter (special accessory) This blood pressure monitor can be operated with the Microlife mains adapter (output 6 V DC / 600 mA, DIN plug). a) Plug the plug into the socket at the back of the instrument.
4.4. Setting the time and date This blood pressure monitor automatically records the time and date of each measurement. This is very important information as blood pressure normally varies over the course of a day. 1. After new batteries have been inserted the year is blinking in the display. You can adjust the year by pressing the «M»...
The permissible range is printed on the cuff. If this is not suitable for your use, please contact your dealer. Note: Only use clinically approved Microlife Cuffs! • A loose cuff or a sideways protruding air pocket causes false measurement values.
5.5. Discontinuing a measurement If it is necessary to interrupt a blood pressure measurement for any reason (e.g. the patient feels unwell), the START button can be pressed at any time. The device immediately lowers the cuff pressure automatically. 5.6. Memory - recall of measurements This blood-pressure monitor automatically stores the last 30 measurement values.
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If you have any questions regarding the use of this blood pressure monitor, please ask your dealer or pharmacist for the Microlife Service representative in your country. The Microlife Service Team will be happy to help you. Never attempt to repair the instrument yourself!
Sensitive measuring devices must be checked for accuracy from time to time. We recommend a periodical inspection of your device by an authorized microlife dealer every 2 years. Your factory authorized Microlife dealer would be pleased to provide more information regarding calibration.
L-size-cuff (32 - 42 cm) Reference to standards: EU directive 93/42/EEC NIBP - requirements: EN 1060-1 /-3 /-4 & ANSI / AAMI SP10 Technical alterations reserved! 10. www.microlife.com Detailed user information about our products as well as services can be found at www.microlife.com.
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