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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual EZ Health Platinum Series Talking Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor ABP-B1...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction..…………………………………………….… 3 Warning Signs/Safety Statements ……………………… 3 Health and Blood Pressure Values …………………….. 4 What is Blood Pressure …………………………………. 4 Important Information ……………………………………. 6 Precautions ………………………………………………. 6 Contraindications ………………………………….. 7 Warning …………………………………………………… 8 Suggestions before Measuring Blood Pressure ……… 8 Device Descriptions ………………………………………... -
Page 3: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the EZ Health Platinum Series Talking Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor model number ABP-B1. For your safety, please be sure to read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly before using the Blood Pressure Monitor. For other specific information about your own blood pressure, CONTACT YOUR PHYSICIAN. -
Page 4: Health And Blood Pressure Values
Health and Blood Pressure Values Because of continuous aging of blood vessels, blood pressure of the human body tends to naturally increase from middle age onwards. Further causes for increased blood pressure include obesity, lack exercise, cholesterol (LDL) adherence to blood vessels causing the vessels lose their elasticity and a variety of other medical problems. - Page 5 Variations in Blood Pressure: Variations in blood pressure over a whole day with measurement taken every five minutes as shown below. Classification of Blood Pressure by the WHO: The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Inter-national Society of Hypertension (ISH) developed the Blood Pressure Classification shown as below.
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Page 6: Important Information
Important Information Blood pressure values measured at home tend to be lower than those measured in the hospital or physicians offices. This is called “White Coat Syndrome” and is caused by the fact that you tend to be nervous when you have your blood pressure measured in the hospital, but you feel relaxed at home. -
Page 7: Contraindications
Diseases such as diabetes and hyperlipidemia accelerate hardening of the arteries. If such conditions continue, there is an increased danger of stroke, coronary infarction, arterial stenosis and disorders of the peripheral blood circulation. In such cases, there can be a large difference between blood pressure values taken at the wrist and upper arm. -
Page 8: Warning
Warning If the inflation continues and doesn’t stop, please open the cuff immediately or turn off the unit by pressing the POWER button. Do not measure repeatedly for a long period of time. This device is not supposed to be used if your arm has any wound or injury. -
Page 9: Device Descriptions
6. Avoid urination or bowel movement before taking a measurement. 7. Wait at least 5 minutes before you take another blood pressure measurement. 8. Keep the records for your physician as reference. 9. Remember that a single measurement is not necessarily representative of your typical blood pressure. -
Page 10: Description Of Control Buttons
Description of Control Buttons POWER: To turn on or turn off the unit START: To start inflating cuff to measure blood pressure and pulse. To set the language of voice prompt or voice on/off. TIME: To set the Date/Time. MEMO/▲: To review the measured record(s). To select the digit of the Date/Time. -
Page 11: Using Adapter Or Installing/Replacing Batteries
Using Adapter or Installing/Replacing Batteries You can use the unit by using the Adapter or Batteries. Be sure the unit is turned off before installing/replacing batteries, or the memories & Date/Time setting will be erased. If the batteries are removed or the adapter unplugged for more than 30 seconds, the memories and the Date/Time setting will be erased. - Page 12 compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked inside. All the display symbols appear for 1 seconds and then return to standby mode. 3. Replace the battery compartment cover. Note: When (Low Battery indicator) appears on the display, the batteries are weak.
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Page 13: Voice Prompt Function
memories and the Date/Time setting won’t be saved during a power failure. Voice Prompt Function When first plugging the adapter or installing the battery, the initial mode is voice prompt mode. While starting the unit and operating each time, there is a voice prompt to remind you. -
Page 14: Program Date And Time
Note: When using Voice Prompt Function, it increases the power consumption and reduces battery life. Program Date and Time 1. Press and hold TIME button for 2 seconds until “2006” shown on the screen and starts to flash. 2. Press MEMO/▲ button or SCAN/▼ button to set the number representing the Year. -
Page 15: How To Apply The Arm Cuff
4. Press TIME button to confirm the Year setting. Then the number representing the Date will flash. 5. In the same manner, set the Month, Date, Hour and Minute. Note: After replacing batteries, always check to make sure the Date/Time is properly set before using the blood pressure monitor. -
Page 16: Correct Measurement Position
The cuff tubing should be positioned along the middle of the inside of your arm as shown. 5. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened evenly around your arm. 6. When the cuff is positioned correctly, press the sewn hook material firmly against the pile side of the cuff. -
Page 17: How To Take A Measurement
important that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. Higher or lower positions will give deviations from the true value. Measurement while sitting down 1. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and rest your arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. - Page 18 begins to deflate automatically with decreasing numbers shown on the display. The Heart Symbol flashes as the onset of oscillation signals. * If during deflation the blood pressure monitor senses that higher pressure is required to measure the user’s blood pressure, the device will stop deflation and pump again to reach the workable pressure (up to the max.
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Page 19: How To Use The Memory Features
prompt “measurement ready”. If you don’t need it, please turn off the announcement. How to Use the Memory Features The blood pressure and pulse measured and displayed are automatically stored in the memory. The blood pressure monitor can store up to 80 measurements. If more than 80 measurements have been taken, the earliest measurement will be erased and replaced by the most recent measurement. -
Page 20: How To Delete Single Or All Memories
to switch to the single display mode. 3. The 3 colour LED warning lights: It will indicate the status of each blood pressure measurement is Normal (green), Higher (yellow) or Abnormal High (reddish). How to delete Single or All Memories 1. -
Page 21: Maintenance
Maintenance Storage 1. Always use the storage box provided with the device to transport or store the unit. 2. If you will not use the device for an extended period (over 3 months), remove the batteries. 3. Do not store the device in direct sunlight, high temperatures, humid, dusty, or corrosive environment. -
Page 22: Error Message And Troubleshooting
Error Message & Troubleshooting The unit is manufactured using a complete quality assurance system. If the measurement is not made correctly, the following errors will be displayed. Measure your blood pressure again using the appropriate corrective action. ERROR MESSAGE Error Indicators Cause How to correct Incorrect posture in... - Page 23 Error Indicators Cause How to correct No pulse or blood Cuff is not fastened pressure sensed. correctly or not tight Incorrect posture enough; please during fasten the cuff by measurement. following the Cuff is not wrapped instructions. properly. Wait at least 5 minutes before taking another measurement.
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Page 24: Troubleshooting
yourself. TROUBLESHOOTING Condition Cause Correction After the batteries are Batteries are not Check and correct installed, no installed properly. the battery indication or symbol Batteries run out polarities. displayed on the of electricity. Remove the old LCD. The wrong batteries and wait indication when for one minute, then power is turned on. - Page 25 Condition Cause Correction The blood pressure ----- Re-fasten the cuff. cannot be taken, and Relax yourself. the LCD shows error Keep the cuff and message or wrong heart at the same result. level during the measurement. Keep silent and still during measurement.
- Page 26 Condition Cause Correction Each measurement The variation might has different reading. be due to the different environments. The blood pressure is changing according to the physiological or psychological status of the human body.
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Page 27: Specifications
Specifications Model No. ABP-B1 Display LCD Digital Display with backlight Measurement Oscillometric method Method Measurement Pressure: 20~280mmHg Range Pulse: 40~190 / minute Accuracy/ Pressure:± 3mmHg or 2% of reading Calibration Pulse: ± 5% of reading Memory capacity 80 sets of memory... -
Page 28: Warranty Information
without prior notice. Warranty Information Your EZ Health Platinum Series Talking Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor, is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use for a period of two years from the date of purchase. For repair within two year warranty, our Authorized Service Agent must be advised of the defects of the device. - Page 29 PERSONAL BLOOD PRESSURE RECORD Name _________ Age ________ Weight _________ Date Time SYS./DIA./PULSE Remark...
- Page 30 PERSONAL BLOOD PRESSURE RECORD Name _________ Age ________ Weight _________ Date Time SYS./DIA./PULSE Remark...
- Page 31 Conformity Standards Medical device electrical safety: EN 60601-1 Electromagnetic Compatibility: EN 60601-1-2 EN 1060-1, EN 1060-3 Manufacturer Tremblay Harrison Inc. 1684 Dufferin Street Toronto, Ontario Canada M6H 3M1 Telephone: 1-866-829-7926 W ebsite: www.tremblayharrison.com...
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