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- Page 1 Wrist Digital Blood Pressure Monitor Model UB-542 Instruction Manual Original Manuel d’instructions Traduction Manual de Instrucciones Traducción Manuale di Istruzioni Traduzione 使用手冊 1WMPD4002391C 翻譯...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Dear Customers..........................2 Preliminary Remarks ........................2 Precautions.............................2 Contraindications........................3 Parts Identification..........................4 Symbols............................5 Using the Monitor ...........................7 1. Installing / Changing the Batteries ..................7 2. Adjusting the Built-in Clock ....................8 3. Applying the Cuff........................9 4. How to Take Accurate Measurements..................9 5. Measurement .........................9 6. -
Page 3: Dear Customers
Dear Customers Congratulations on purchasing a state-of-the-art A&D blood pressure monitor, one of the most advanced monitors available today. Designed for ease of use and accuracy, this monitor will facilitate your daily blood pressure regimen. We recommend that you read through this manual carefully before using the device for the first time. Preliminary Remarks This device conforms to the European Directive 93/42 EEC for Medical Products. -
Page 4: Contraindications
Do not modify the device. It may cause accidents or damage to the device. To measure blood pressure, the wrist must be squeezed by the cuff hard enough to temporarily stop blood flow through the artery. This may cause pain, numbness or a temporary red mark to the arm. This condition will appear especially when measurement is repeated successively. -
Page 5: Parts Identification
Parts Identification button button Carrying case Display button START Battery cover Cuff Alkaline batteries (LR03 or AAA) Display Systolic pressure WHO classification indicator Diastolic pressure Pressure bar indicator Heart mark Pulse rate MEMORY Average I.H.B. symbol (Irregular heartbeat symbol) Battery indicator Date &... -
Page 6: Symbols
Symbols Symbols that are printed on the device case Symbols Function / Meaning Recommended Action Standby and Turn the device on Battery installation guide Direct current Serial number Date of manufacture Type BF: Device and cuff are designed to provide special protection against electrical shocks. - Page 7 Symbols Symbols that appear on the display (continued) Symbols Function / Meaning Recommended Action The battery power indicator during measurement. Full Battery Replace all batteries with new ones when The battery is low when it blinks. Low Battery the indicator blinks. Unstable blood pressure due to movement during Take another measurement.
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Page 8: Using The Monitor
Using the Monitor 1. Installing / Changing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Remove the used batteries and insert new batteries into the battery compartment as shown, taking care that the polarities (+ and -) are correct. Use only LR03 or AAA batteries. 3. -
Page 9: Adjusting The Built-In Clock
Using the Monitor 2. Adjusting the Built-in Clock Press Adjust the clock prior to use. Year 1. Press the button until the year starts blinking. 2. Select the year using the button. Press the button to set the current year and move to month/day selection. The date can be set anywhere between the years 2011 and 2059. -
Page 10: Applying The Cuff
Using the Monitor 3. Applying the Cuff 1. Wrap the cuff around your wrist about 1 cm above your hand as shown in the figure at the right. 2. Fasten the cuff tightly using the Velcro strip. Note: For proper measurements, fasten the cuff tightly and measure on a bare wrist. -
Page 11: Measurements
Measurements Note: The UB-542, once used, will provide an inflation appropriate to the user. 1. Sit comfortably with the cuff at the same level as your heart and relax. 2. Press the button. START All of the display segments are displayed. -
Page 12: Notes For Accurate Measurement
Measurements Notes For Accurate Measurement Sit down in a comfortable position. Place your arm on a table or other support. Raise your hand so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. Relax for about five to ten minutes before taking a measurement. If you are excited or depressed by emotional stress, the measurement will reflect this stress as a higher (or lower) than normal blood pressure reading and the pulse reading will usually be faster than normal. -
Page 13: Recalling The Memory Data
Recalling the Memory Data Note: This device stores the last 90 measurements in memory. Average systolic Average of 1. Press the button. Average diastolic all the data The average of all measurements and the number of data are displayed. (If no data, “0” is displayed. Press the button to turn the device off.) Average pulse START... -
Page 14: What Is An Irregular Heartbeat
What is an Irregular Heartbeat? Model UB-542 blood pressure monitor provides a blood pressure and pulse rate measurement even when an irregular heartbeat occurs. An irregular heartbeat is defined as a heartbeat that varies by 25% from the average of all heartbeats during the blood pressure measurement. It is important that you be relaxed, remain still and do not talk during measurements. -
Page 15: Who Classification Indicator
WHO Classification Indicator Each six segments of the bar indicator correspond to the WHO blood pressure classification described on the next page. Example WHO Classification Indicator Moderate Mild High Severe hypertension hypertension hypertension normal Moderate hypertension Mild hypertension High normal Normal Optimal The indicator displays a segment, based on the... -
Page 16: Why Measure Blood Pressure At Home
To prevent hypertension or keep it under control: Do not smoke Exercise regularly Reduce salt and fat intake Have regular physical checkups Maintain proper weight Why Measure Blood Pressure at Home? Blood pressure measured at a clinic or doctor's office may cause apprehension and can produce an elevated reading, 25 to 30 Reference Material: Journal of Hypertension 1999, Vol 17 No.2 mmHg higher than that measured at home. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Reason Recommended Action Batteries are drained. Replace all batteries with new ones. Nothing appears in the Reinstall the batteries with negative and display, even when the Battery terminals are not in the correct positive terminals matching those indicated device is turned on. -
Page 18: Maintenance
The device was designed and manufactured for a long service life. However it is generally recommended to have the device inspected every 2 years, to ensure proper functioning and accuracy. Please contact the authorized dealer in your area or A&D for maintenance. Technical Data Type UB-542 Applied part Cuff Type BF Measurement Oscillometric measurement Useful life... - Page 19 1-243 Asahi, Kitamoto-shi, Saitama 364-8585 JAPAN Telephone: [81] (48) 593-1111 Fax: [81] (48) 593-1119 A&D INSTRUMENTS LIMITED Unit 24/26 Blacklands Way, Abingdon Business Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1DY United Kingdom Telephone: [44] (1235) 550420 Fax: [44] (1235) 550485 A&D ENGINEERING, INC. 1756 Automation Parkway, San Jose, California 95131 U.S.A.