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  • Page 1 Accurate home blood pressure measurements with the WatchBP home A. Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 The Microlife WatchBP Home monitor. Blood press Monit. 2007;12:127-131. Stergiou GS, Giovas PP, Gkinos CP, Patouras JD. Validation of the Microlife WatchBP Home device for self home blood pressure measurement according to The International Protocol. Blood Press Monit. 2007;12(3):185-188.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Before using WatchBP Home A for the first time Atrial fibrillation detection instructions ....... 21 Product description .............6–7 Information for the doctor ..........21 Activating the device ............8 Viewing, deleting, and transferring measurements Selecting the correct cuff ..........9 Viewing measurements .........

  • Page 4: Product Description

    USUAL DIAG. NOCTURNAL mmHg Cuff Socket mmHg /min ON/OFF Button Battery Compartment Serial Port Display Mode Switch Power Socket M Button (Memory)
  • Page 5 Mode Indication Morning Data Doctor Symbol Evening Data Atrial Fibrillation Detection Date/Time Outside Measurement Time Systolic Value Relax Diastolic Value Battery Display Delete Memory Data Pulse Indicator Stored Value Pulse Rate Number of Stored Data...

  • Page 6: Before Using Watchbp Home A For The First Time

    Before using WatchBP Home A for the first time /min Activating the Device Press M Button to make selection Press ON/OFF Button to confirm Pull out the protective strip from the battery compartment. 2) Set the month – Press the M Button to set the Month.

  • Page 7: Selecting The Correct Cuff

    4) Set the time – Once you have set the Hour and Minutes and pressed the ON/OFF Button, the date and The WatchBP Home A device is available with different time are set, and the current time is displayed. cuff sizes. If the cuff provided with the device is an unsuitable size , please consult your doctor.

  • Page 8: Taking Measurements Using Watchbp Home A

    Taking measurements using WatchBP Home A «DIAG.» Mode Prior to each measurement, use the Mode Switch on the right side of the device to select the proper measurement The «DIAG.» mode should be selected as requested mode. The two options include:...
  • Page 9 No measurements on non-work days Two sets of measurements per day In «DIAG.» mode, blood pressure measurements are ESH guidelines recommend one double measurement taken on 7 consecutive working days (or normal taken in the morning between 06:00 - 09:00 and one in week days).
  • Page 10 Taking measurements using WatchBP Home A (cont.) Extended measurement period Evaluation WatchBP Home A has an extended measurement period After measurements have been carried out for a total and allows morning measurements between 04:00 - of 7 working days, take the device to your doctor for 12:00 and evening measurements between 18:00 - 24:00.

  • Page 11: Usual» Mode

    «USUAL» Mode 250 measurements safely stored The «USUAL» mode is selected for regular blood The WatchBP Home A device can store up to 250 pressure measurement with Afib detection. In «USUAL» averaged measurement readings in «USUAL» mode. DIAG. USUAL mode, three consecutive measurements are taken automatically at 15 second intervals.

  • Page 12: Eight Steps For Measure Blood Pressure Properly

    Eight steps for measure blood pressure properly Step 1 Step 2 Avoid taking measurements directly after eating, Prepare a chair and table for the measurement. The drinking or smoking. Allow at least one hour between chair should have a vertical back-rest and the table these activities and measurement of your blood pressure.
  • Page 13 Step 4 Step 3 Sit down and relax for at least five minutes prior to the Remove all clothing covering or constricting the arm to measurement. be measured. Apply the cuff. Make sure the lower edge of the cuff is exactly 2–3cm from the inner fold of your arm.
  • Page 14 Eight steps for measure blood pressure properly (cont.) Step 5 Step 6 (in «DIAG.» mode) Sit upright and lean comfortably against the chair’s One measurement cycle includes two measurements. backrest. Press the start button. The device will Once the first measurement is complete, continue to initiate a 60-second countdown in «DIAG.»...
  • Page 15 Doctor Symbol will flash on the display. Do not forget data is automatically stored for future reference by your to take your WatchBP Home A device with you on your doctor. If an error displays after the readings, please next visit to the doctor.

  • Page 16: Special Function

    People with pacemakers or defibrillators should therefore not use this device to detect Joseph Wiesel, et al. Detection of Atrial Fibrillation Using a atrial fibrillation. Modified Microlife Blood Pressure Monitor. American Journal of Hypertension 2009; 22, 8, 848–852.

  • Page 17: About Atrial Fibrillation

    About Atrial Fibrillation A doctor can confirm the presence of atrial Atrial fibrillation is a common heart rhythm problem fibrillation by using an EKG. Atrial fibrillation can and a common cause of major strokes. It affects more sometimes come and go. So a doctor may not see it than 2 million people in North America.

  • Page 18: Atrial Fibrillation Detector

    Atrial Fibrillation Detector For people with pacemakers or defibrillators it is not The WatchBP home can screen for atrial fibrillation during blood pressure measurement. recommended to use the WatchBP Home A. Measurement Some people may have atrial fibrillation occasionally that lasts longer than a day. In this situation the WatchBP...

  • Page 19: Atrial Fibrillation Detection Instructions

    Atrial fibrillation detection instructions Information for the doctor • Use this device regularly, once per week, or once per This device is designed to detect atrial fibrillation and month to screen for atrial fibrillation. false negative readings are very rare. Though it is programmed to specifically detect atrial fibrillation, •...

  • Page 20: Viewing, Deleting And Transferring Measurements Viewing Measurements

    Viewing, deleting and transferring measurements Viewing measurements In «DIAG.» Mode 1) Use the Mode switch to first select the type of 1) When the M Button is pressed, it briefly displays the measurements you wish to view. total number of measurements stored, e.g. N=20 and then switches to the average of all readings.
  • Page 21 2) Press the M Button again to display the average of all In «USUAL» Mode morning data. Press the M Button once again to show 1) When the M Button is pressed, the number of readings the average of all evening data. with Afib detected is displayed.

  • Page 22: Deleting Measurements

    Viewing, deleting and transferring measurements (cont.) Deleting measurements Before deleting data, be sure to ask your doctor if the measurement data is still required. Only delete the stored Data from «DIAG.» and «USUAL» can be deleted measurements when you are sure that you no longer need independent of each other.
  • Page 23 1) Use the Mode switch to select the mode of 3) Release the M Button and press it once more while the measurements you want to delete. delete symbol flashes. The deleting is confirmed by the beep sound. DIAG. USUAL 2) Press the M Button and hold it for 7 seconds until DIAG.

  • Page 24: Transferring Measurements

    Viewing, deleting and transferring measurements (cont.) Transferring measurements Transferring data to the computer Installation of the software program 1) Start the software program and connect the device to the computer using the cable supplied. 1) Put the CD in the CD-ROM drive of your computer. Alternatively click on «...
  • Page 25 Software commands Refer to the software user manual for detailed information and instructions. Transfer «DIAG.» mode data Click «Download» Corresponding value You can remove the check mark and the corresponding value will not be used to calculate the average. Store data Click «Save», the file name is formed automatically from the patient’s identity number and the suffix «Dmode.xls».

  • Page 26: Batteries And Power Adaptor

    Batteries and power adaptor Battery indicator Replacing low batteries When the batteries have ¼ power supply left, the When the batteries need to be replaced, the Battery Symbol will flash each time the device is Battery Symbol will flash each time the device is switched on.
  • Page 27 Using a power adaptor The WatchBP Home A device can also be operated using a Microlife power adaptor (DC 6V, 600mA). Only use Microlife branded power adaptors. 1) Plug the adaptor cable into the Power Plug in the WatchBP Home A device.

  • Page 28: Safety, Care, Accuracy Test And Disposal

    Safety, care, accuracy test and disposal Safety and protection Observe the storage and operating conditions described in the “Technical specifications” section of this manual. This device may be used only for the purpose described in this booklet. The device comprises of sensitive Protect the device from water and moisture components and must be treated with caution.

  • Page 29: Accuracy Test

    Do not iron the cuff! Accuracy test Disposal We recommend the WatchBP Home A device be tested Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of for accuracy every 2 years or after mechanical impact in accordance with the locally applicable regulations, and (e.g.

  • Page 30: Error Messages

    «Er 2» Error signal During the measurement, • error signals were detected Please consult microlife, if this or any other problem by the cuff, caused for occurs repeatedly. instance by movement or • If you think the results are muscle tension.
  • Page 31 «HI» Pulse or cuff The pressure in the cuff «Er 3» No pressure An adequate pressure pressure too is too high (over 300 in the cuff cannot be generated in high mmHg) OR the pulse is the cuff. A leak may have too high (over 200 beats occurred.

  • Page 32: Important Facts

    Important facts about blood pressure and home measurements diastolic (lower) value, are always measured. • The pulse rate is the number of times the heart beats in a minute. • Permanent high blood pressure can damage your health and therefore must be treated! •...
  • Page 33 Evaluating blood pressure data Category Systolic Diastolic The table on the right classifies blood pressure data for Optimal < 120 < 80 adults in accordance to the guidelines of the European Normal 120 - 129 80 - 84 Society of Hypertension (ESH). (Data in mmHg) High normal 130 - 139 85 - 89...

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    • Pulse accuracy: ± 5 % of the readout value Voltage source: • 4 x 1.5 V Batteries; size AA • Mains adapter DC 6V, 600 mA (optional) Serial number Manufacturer Microlife reserves the right to alter technical specifications without prior written notice.

  • Page 35: Guarantee Card

    This guarantee is valid only on presentation of the guarantee card completed by the owner confirming date of purchase or purchase Date: receipt. Batteries, cuff and wearing parts are not Telephone: covered by this guarantee. Email: Product: WatchBP Home A Product Number: BP 3MX1-3 Date:...
  • Page 36 Fax +1 303 274 2244 Tel +1 727 442 5353 Email: watchbp@microlife.ch watchbp@microlife.com.tw Email: watchbp@mimhs.com Fax +1 727 442 5377 www.watchbp.com www.watchbp.com www.watchbp.com Email: msa@microlifeusa.com www.watchbp.com Read the instructions carefully before using this device. IB WatchBP Home A 3MX1-3 EN 121211...

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