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- Page 1 UPPER ARM STYLE Blood Pressure Monitor Model No.: BP386A Instructions Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Safety Information Know Your Monitor Battery Installation Setting Your BP Monitor Correct Use of BP Monitor Common Mistakes Fitting the Cuff Taking a Measurement Using the Memory About Blood Pressure Troubleshooting Care and Maintenance Specifications Warranty Information... -
Page 3: Introduction
An oscillometric monitor does not need a stethoscope, and so is easy to use. The Medescan automatic blood pressure monitor will measure your systolic pressure, diastolic pressure and pulse. -
Page 4: Safety Information
Safety Information To ensure the correct use of the Medescan Blood Pressure Monitor, safety measures should always be followed, including the warning and caution list in the instructions manual. Symbol Description The following symbols may appear in this instructions manual, on the label, on the device or on it’s accessories. - Page 5 Do not use dilution agents, alcohol or petrol to clean the Medescan Blood Pressure Monitor. Dropping The Medescan monitor or a heavy hit can damage the unit Remove batteries from battery compartment when not in...
- Page 6 Do not use a mobile phone near the blood pressure monitor as it may result in operational failure Do not use the Medescan Blood Pressure Monitor near flammable gas (such as anesthetic gas, oxygen or hydrogen) or flammable liquid such as alcohol are present.
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Page 7: Know Your Monitor
Know your Monitor AC/DC socket Body LCD display Cuff socket START / STOP button Setup button Memory button Display Systolic blood pressure Diastolic blood pressure User Pulse Irregular heart beat Pulse rate Time Cuff Connection The cuff supplied is M size, for upper arm circumference 22-32cm. -
Page 8: Battery Installation
Please use 4 x identical AA 1.5V alkaline batteries. Do not use batteries beyond their expiry date. Please remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the Medescan Blood Pressure Monitor for an extended period of time. Using optional AC adapter • Insert the adapter plug into the hole on the backside of... -
Page 9: Setting Your Bp Monitor
Setting your BP Monitor Setting the time and date and unit of measure Press and hold the “SET” button located on the side of your Medescan BP Monitor until the year appears flashing. button to set the desired year Press the “SET” key again to confirm the year and enter... -
Page 10: Correct Use Of Bp Monitor
Correct Use of BP Monitor Preparing for an accurate reading • Please keep quiet for 5- 10 minutes, and avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, exercising and bathing before taking a measurement. All these factors will influence the blood pressure measurement result. •... -
Page 11: Fitting The Cuff
Correct Use of BP Monitor Fitting the cuff 1. Put the cuff flat on a table with the velcro side down. Pass the end of the cuff through the metal loop so that a circle is formed. The velcro closer will now be facing outwards (ignore this step if the cuff has already been prepared). -
Page 12: Taking A Measurement
If no button is pressed for a period of 3 minutes, the device automatically switches off in order to save power. The Medescan Blood Pressure Monitor LCD screen will change colour to help you understand your measurement results. -
Page 13: Using The Memory
The device immediately decreases the cuff pressure automatically. Memory function - Recall The Medescan Blood Pressure Monitor automatically stores 2 sets of 120 measurement values. The oldest record will be replaced by the latest value when more than 120 values are used per user. -
Page 14: About Blood Pressure
About Blood Pressure Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the arteries. The systolic blood pressure value represents the blood pressure produced by the contraction of the heart muscle. The diastolic blood pressure value represents the blood pressure produced by the relaxation of the heart muscle. Relaxation of the heart Contraction of the muscle... - Page 15 About Blood Pressure Classification of Blood Pressure for Adults (WHO) Diastolic blood pressure (mmHg) Stage 2 Hypertension Stage 1 Hypertension Prehypertension Normal blood pressure Optimal blood pressure (target value) Systolic blood 120 130 140 160 pressure (mmHg) Optimal BP Normal BP Pre-High Blood Pressure Stage 1 High BP Severely High BP...
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
Replace with new cuff Please contact Medescan customer service if you have any other queries or are unable to solve the problem. 1300 736 330... -
Page 17: Care And Maintenance
3 months or longer. • Do not subject the unit to extreme hot or cold temperature, humidity and direct sunlight. ← • Not caring or maintaining the Medescan Blood Pressure Monitor as instructed may void the warranty... -
Page 18: Specifications
Specifications Description Automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor Display 3 Colour backlit LCD Display Measuring Principle Oscillometric method Measuring localisation Upper arm Pressure 0 - 299 mmHg (0-39.9 KPa) Measurement range Pulse 40-199 beats/min Pressure ±3mmHg (±0.4kPa) Accuracy Pulse ±5% of reading Pressure 3 digits display of mmHg Pulse... -
Page 19: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Statement • The intended use: the unit is intended to be used by adults at home or medical center to measure blood pressure and pulse rate from the upper arm. • The unit satisfies the requirements of EN 1060-1:1995+ A2:2009 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers, EN 1060-3: 1997+A2:2009 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers. - Page 20 For customer inquires please write to: info@medescan.com.au or call 1300 736 330 Please go to www.medescan.com.au to find the latest copy of our User Manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to alter the specifications of the product without prior notification.
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