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- Page 1 ADVANCED Blood Pressure Lowering System User Manual Model LBPL1...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Content Introduction Parts General Warnings and Safety Wearing the Chest Sensor Belt and Earphones Tutorial Using the Blood Pressure Lowering System 9-13 Recommendations for Best Use 14-15 Blood Pressure Record Table Battery Information Specifications Troubleshooting 19-20 Frequently Asked Questions 21-25 Maintenance and Cautions Explanation of symbols on unit Warranty... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Lloydspharmacy Blood Pressure Lowering System (Model LBPL1). 1 in 3 people in the UK suffer with high blood pressure, that’s over 16 million people! This can be caused by smoking, being over weight, excess alcohol consumption, diet or lack of exercise; you can also be more genetically prone to high blood pressure. - Page 4 The Lloydspharmacy Blood Pressure Lowering System has been designed to help you with these exercises so you can benefit from the therapeutic power of breathing. The body has a natural tendency to follow musical rhythms and these are used in the Lloydspharmacy Blood Pressure Lowering System.
- Page 5 , as with all exercise programs, results will vary by individual and are also dependent upon other lifestyle factors. N.B. The Lloydspharmacy Blood Pressure Lowering System can be used as part of any overall program to manage your blood pressure. Please don’t change any medication without consulting your doctor.
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Page 6: Parts
B LO O D P R E S S U R E LOW E R I N G SY S T E M Menu menu Battery cover Down screen Power supply 4 x AAA 1.5V batteries. Please read the User Manual carefully before use. ON/OFF Model LBPL1 button Made in P.R.C. Sensor Earphones belt socket socket Breathing sensor belt Earphones... - Page 7 Parts Low battery indicator Tutorial mode Breathing Indication Therapeutic zone counter Session countdown timer Chest sensor indicator Volume Actual BPM (Breaths Per Minute) UP / DOWN indicator Session time icon Tune icon Mute icon...
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Page 8: General Warnings And Safety
• Do not use the device when you need to be alert or to concentrate, or when using heavy equipment. • Do not use device while driving. • If you experience any side effects or if you feel any change in your general health or mood, immediately discontinue use of your device, and contact your Lloydspharmacy pharmacist. -
Page 9: Wearing The Chest Sensor Belt And Earphones
Wearing the Chest Sensor Belt and Earphones 1. Putting the breathing sensor belt on The belt should be wrapped around your upper abdomen, halfway between your navel and chest. Attaching the belt in front, as illustrated, will be more convenient. The flat surface of the breathing sensor belt is to be placed against your body and the breathing sensor cable should hang down. -
Page 10: Tutorial
Tutorial On first use (or after the batteries are replaced) the Blood Pressure Lowering System will automatically start in tutorial mode. This mode talks you through each stage of use. Note the icon will be shown on the LCD display while in tutorial mode. You can adjust the volume at any time by pressing the buttons. - Page 11 Using the Blood Pressure Lowering System • Music Selection To select a different tune, press the MENU button once. Then press the UP or DOWN buttons to select your preferred tune. The tune icon and the selected tune number will appear on the screen. You have 3 tunes to choose from. •...
- Page 12 Using the Blood Pressure Lowering System • Voice Instructions During the session, voice instructions and warnings will be spoken. However, if they become a distraction, they can be muted. To turn the voice instructions on or off, press the MENU button three times. Then press the UP button to turn it on or the DOWN button to mute.
- Page 13 Using the Blood Pressure Lowering System To use the Blood Pressure Lowering System please follow the instructions below: 1. The Blood Pressure Lowing System begins by measuring your breathing rate and pattern. During this phase, background music will play and a figure showing your breathing movements will appear on the screen.
- Page 14 Using the Blood Pressure Lowering System 3. The therapeutic breathing zone will be reached when your breathing rate is below 10 breaths per minute. The Therapeutic Zone Counter will appear on the LCD screen when this rate has been reached. One segment of the Therapeutic Zone Counter represents one minute within the optimum breathing zone.
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Page 15: Recommendations For Best Use
Recommendations for Best Use In order to get the maximum benefit from using your Blood Pressure Lowering System please try to adhere to the advice detailed below: Please ensure that you position yourself comfortably before the beginning of each session. It is important to avoid talking or body movement, other than breathing during the session as this could interfere with the breathing sensor and therefore the ability of the device to count your breaths accurately. -
Page 16: Recommendations For Best Use
Recommendations for Best Use When in a breathing session you should try to avoid the following: • Holding your breath whilst trying to follow the guides • Breathing too deeply • Implementing new breathing techniques • Falling asleep For Positive Results For positive results you will need to accumulate a minimum of 40 minutes per week in the therapeutic breathing zone, this should be sufficient for you to achieve a reduction in your blood pressure. -
Page 17: Blood Pressure Record Table
Requires Lloydspharmacy Blood Blood Pressure Record Table Pressure Monitor - Sold separately Please log the date, time and your SYS (Systolic) and DIA (Diastolic) blood pressure levels. We recommend you share this information with your Doctor. Name: Pulse Rate Comments... -
Page 18: Battery Information
2. Insert 4 x AAA size batteries (not included) observing the correct polarity as shown on the inside of the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. Model LBPL1 Made in P.R.C. • Dispose of batteries safely according to the battery manufacturer's instructions •... -
Page 19: Specifications
Specifications Model number: LBPL1 Product name: Blood Pressure Lowering System Maximum audio output: 10mW with 16 Ohm Ear buds Device display respiration rate: range of 2-42 BPM but guides between 9.5-30 BPM Operating Temperature/Humidity: 5°C to 40°C / 20% to 85% <... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution The sensor fails to recognise The sensor is not positioned Refer to sections ‘Wearing the Chest your breathing pattern correctly Sensor Belt and Earphones’ and ‘Tutorial’ in this user manual (page 8 & 9) Breathing is too erratic Breathe normally in a relaxed manner The device repeats the Breathing is not in time with... - Page 21 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Music is not heard through Volume is too low Press the up button to increase the the earphones volume (page 9) Earphones are not correctly Check that the earphones are correctly inserted into the device connected to the device The device automatically Restart to begin a new session switched off because the...
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Page 22: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Q. What is the main purpose of the Blood Pressure Lowering System? A. It is designed as an aid to lowering and managing blood pressure. Q. How does it lower my blood pressure? A. By guiding you into the therapeutic breathing zone. Q. - Page 23 Frequently Asked Questions Q. How does it recognise my breathing pattern? A. You wear a chest strap with a sensor. The sensor detects movement in your chest and recognises a breath in and a breath out. You also wear earphones through which you be able to hear music and the guiding voice.
- Page 24 Frequently Asked Questions Q. How does a session begin? A. First of all the system needs to measure your breathing pattern. At the start of the session the unit identifies your breaths per minute and the music, voice and LCD arrow guides will all adjust to begin at your breathing rate.
- Page 25 Frequently Asked Questions Q. What happens when I have reached therapeutic breathing? A. A circle appears when you have reached therapeutic breathing. The circle shown on the LCD screen starts empty and fills with segments, each of which equals one minute. One segment appears per minute you spend in the therapeutic breathing zone.
- Page 26 Frequently Asked Questions Q. Are there any settings I can adjust? A. Yes. You can set the volume, you can select from 3 tunes and you can adjust the session time from 10 to 60 minutes. You can also choose to switch off the LCD arrows and the voice. Q.
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Page 27: Maintenance And Cautions
Maintenance and Cautions 1. Do not drop this device or subject it to strong impact. 2. To avoid environmental pollution, please do not throw away the scrapped batteries and the appliance or its components. 3. Batteries should be removed when the device is not used for long periods of time 4. -
Page 28: Explanation Of Symbols On Unit
Explanation of symbols on unit This symbol indicates that this product is a Type B device. Symbol for "Environment Protection" – Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local Authority or retailer for recycling advice. -
Page 29: Warranty
This product is guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of purchase against mechanical and electrical manufacturing defects. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Lloydspharmacy Blood Pressure Lowering System. Any attempted repairs by unauthorised persons invalidates the warranty. - Page 30 Other products to help you manage your heart health are available at Lloydspharmacy Blood Pressure Monitor Cholesterol Monitor Last revised: 20/10/2010...
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