IBP MEDICARE 60 Instruction Manual

Semi-automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor

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Semi-automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor
Instruction manual
closing date: april 2002
© by ibp innovative business promotion gmbh, Germany

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  • Page 1 Semi-automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor Instruction manual closing date: april 2002 © by ibp innovative business promotion gmbh, Germany...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    table of contents 1 introduction ........................2 preliminary remarks ......................3 about blood pressure 3.1 blood pressure values ....................3.2 what is “Hypertension“ (High Blood Pressure) and why is it harmful? ......3.3 measures affecting your blood pressure positively ............3.4 how to obtain accurate readings .................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 introduction dear customer, we are glad that you have decided for this semi-automatic blood pressure monitor. The product you have bought is state of the art, of highest quality and has many advanced features. The device is ideal for regular blood pressure checking. Because the device has an automatic memory, which can store 60 values, you can easily track changes and notify your doctor in good time if problems are detected.
  • Page 5: Preliminary Remarks 2

    Pressure Monitors. It also confirms with the EU Council Directive “93/42/EEC of 14th June 1993 on Medical Products“. ibp hereby confirms that the product delivered together with this Instruction Manual complies with this Directive. The appropriate conformity declaration is available with ibp.
  • Page 6: About Blood Pressure

    3 about blood pressure More than half the number of people suffering from high blood pressure are unaware of it. Today high blood pressure is one of the main causes why people die. This Blood Pressure Monitor allows you to measure your blood pressure at home.
  • Page 7: Blood Pressure Values

    about blood pressure 3 Remember that only the physician can interpret your blood pressure values. Never venture self- diagnosis or self-treatment. We recommend you to discuss your blood pressure values with your physician. He can advise you on any measures that may be good to take. The blood pressure is changing mmHg blood pressure changes during a day...
  • Page 8: What Is "Hypertension" (High Blood Pressure) And Why Is It Harmful

    3 about blood pressure 3.2 What is “Hypertension“ (High Blood Pressure) and why is it harmful? If parts of the blood transport system are constricted, diseased or in any way not functioning normally, the blood pressure can be higher than normal. High blood pressure can damage vital organs, such as the brain or the heart.
  • Page 9: How To Obtain Accurate Readings

    about blood pressure 3 3.4 how to obtain accurate readings The blood pressure is constantly changing throughout a day. The changes are caused by psychic and physical factors, such as anxiety, exercise, smoking, caffeine and stress. Because it is changing, the blood pressure should always be measured at the same time of day, when your body is relaxed.
  • Page 10: The Unit / Accessories

    4 the unit / accessories identification of the unit LCD-display Memory key Arm cuff ON/OFF key Battery compart- ment cover Air tube and connector Rubber bulb 4 “AA” size 1,5 V Pressure release valve alkaline batteries accessories included are instruction manual with warranty and batteries...
  • Page 11: Display / Symbols 5

    display / symbols 5 display symbols deflate symbol inflate symbol These symbols are displayed when the arm cuff is inflated / deflated. systolic pressure memory symbol Appears when measurement value is stored or is recalled from memory. battery sign diastolic When this sign appears the batteries pressure should be replaced.
  • Page 12: Befoe Using The Device

    6 before using the device battery installation to open the battery battery replacement cover push it in the arrowed The battery cover is on the bottom side of the direction unit. Push it in the arrowed direction and remove it. Insert the 4 supplied “AA“ size, 1.5 V alkaline batteries as shown here.
  • Page 13: Making A Blood Pressure Measurement 7

    making a blood pressure measurement 7 7.1 attaching the arm cuff fig. 1 Plug in the cuff connecting tube into the left side of the unit (see fig. 1). Unwrap the arm cuff, leaving the “Index“ end fig. 2 of the cuff through the D-ring of the cuff (see fig.
  • Page 14 7 making a blood pressure measurement Put your left arm through the cuff loop. Position the artery mark ( ) at the middle of the arm, in line with your middle finger. Tighten the cuff by pulling the end of the cuff (see fig. 3). If the cuff is not wrapped tight enough, the pressure will be falsely higher and the wrist go numb.
  • Page 15: The Right Measuring Position

    making a blood pressure measurement 7 Sit in a comfortable position. The room should be at an agreeable temperature. Wait at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement. If you cannot place the cuff around your left arm and the blood pressure measurement is not possible on the left arm, place the cuff around the right arm.
  • Page 16: The Measuring Method

    7 making a blood pressure measurement 7.3 the measuring method Place the cuff around your arm as described (pages 11 - 13). Start the Monitor by pressing the ON /OFF key. When the ON/OFF key is pressed, all digits will light up (see fig. 6). This is a check of the display functions which is complete after about 2 seconds.
  • Page 17 making a blood pressure measurement 7 The monitor is ready for measurement (fig. 9). Inflate the arm cuff by compressing the rubber bulb. The pressure is displayed in the LCD panel. Inflate the arm cuff until the pressure is high enough for a blood pressure measurement.
  • Page 18: Switching Off Automatically

    7 making a blood pressure measurement When the pressure in the arm cuff is high enough, don't move and relax. Air escapes from the arm cuff. While the measurement is made, the falling pressure is displayed in the LCD panel. When the measurement is complete, the systolic and diastolic blood pressure is displayed, along with the heart rate and the heart rate symbol (fig.
  • Page 19: The Memory Function 8

    the memory function 8 Up to 60 measurements can be saved in the memory automatically. The values (blood pressure and pulse rate) can be saved in the memory of the unit (e.g., measurement 38). To read memory values, press the Memory key. The memory values will be shown on the LCD, together with the number of The last measurement will be shown first.
  • Page 20: An Error Is Displayed

    9 an error is displayed Error display Possible reason Remedy The cuff position is not correct. Put on the cuff correctly. Cuff inflation pressure was low. Inflate the arm cuff (to about 50 mmHg above the expected systolic pressure). The displayed values are extremely Do not move while low or extremely high.
  • Page 21: Other Important Notes 10

    You should not use any tool to open the device nor should you attempt to adjust anything inside the device. If you have any problems, please contact the ibp Service Centre or please contact the store you purchased MediCare 60 from.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    11 specifications Model ibp MediCare 60 Measuring method Oscillometric method Indicator LCD display Measuring range 20 - 280 mmHg (blood pressure) 40 - 180 beats/min. (pulse rate) Measuring resolution ± 3 mmHg (blood pressure) ± 5 % (pulse rate) Pressure build-up...

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