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- Page 1 Digital Blood Pressure Monitor for the Upper Arm INSTRUCTION FOR USE GT-6630...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Designated Use ............30 Precautions ............... 31 Warranty ..............33 Information You Should Know Before Operating the Unit ........34 About the Unit Function Descriptions ..........37 Explanation of Display Symbols ......37 Preparation for Use Installing/Replacing Batteries ......... 38 Attaching the Pressure Cuff ........ -
Page 3: Precautions
Precautions • This manual and the product are not substitutes for visiting the doctor. Neither the information contained herein nor this product may be used to diagnose or treat health problems, or to prescribe drugs. If you have or sus- pect that you have a medical problem, please seek immediate advice from your doctor. - Page 4 Precautions • Blood pressure measurements should be assessed by a doctor or trained healthcare professional who is familiar with your medical history. If you use the unit and regularly record the results, please keep your doctor informed with regard to the ongoing changes in your blood pressure.
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Page 5: Warranty
Precautions • Please take into consideration the electromagnetic compatibility of the unit (e.g. disruptions to the pow- er supply, radio frequency interference, etc.) see annex. Please only use the unit indoors. To avoid inaccurate results due to electromagnetic interfer- ence between electrical and electronic equipment, please do not use the unit near mobile phones or microwave ovens. -
Page 6: Information You Should Know Before Operating The Unit
Information You Should Know Before Operating the Unit What is blood pressure? A force is created by the heart as the ventricle forcibly ejects blood into the blood vessels and through the vascular system. Another force is created by the arter- ies as they resist the blood fl... - Page 7 Information You Should Know Before Operating the Unit What are systolic and diastolic blood pressures? Systolic blood pressure is the highest pressure at the heart‘s maximum contraction. Diastolic blood pressure is the lowest pressure when the heart is resting. What about low blood pressure? In general, a lower blood pressure reading is better un- less it causes unpleasant symptoms such as fainting and/or lightheadedness.
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Page 8: About The Unit
About the Unit Cuff LCD-Display Tubing MEMORY Button POWER Button The cuff is designed to fi t arm sizes between 22 and 32cm (8.7 to 12.6 inches). Mode Selection Switch USB connector MEMORY GROUP BUTTON access for power supply... -
Page 9: Function Descriptions
About the Unit Function Descriptions The Geratherm desktop 2.0 has a combination of 2 measuring methods in one measuring procedure – the so-called „Double Check Technology“ (DCT). This in- telligent measuring method measures the blood pres- sure values during infl ation and defl ation and guaran- tees excellent measuring results and highest accuracy. -
Page 10: Preparation For Use
Preparation for Use Installing/Replacing Batteries 1. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment matching correct polarities “+” and “-”. 2. Replace all batteries if the low battery indicator ap- pears. 3. Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for a long period of time. -
Page 11: Attaching The Pressure Cuff
Preparation for Use Attaching the Pressure Cuff 1. Wrap the cuff around the left arm. The arm should be bare. 2. Fasten the cuff. Don’t pull it too strongly or make the cuff too tight. The edge of the cuff should be approximately 1 inch from the crease of your elbow. -
Page 12: Measuring Posture
Preparation for Use Measuring Posture 1. Sit upright and ensure that the cuff is at heart level. Relax and retain a natural posture during measure- ment. 2. Measure and re- cord blood pres- sure at the same time every day to establish your blood pressure... -
Page 13: Setting The Clock And Date
Operations Setting the Clock and Date With the unit switched off, press the MEMORY button until the dis- play shows a blinking year. Press the START button to adjust the year while it is blinking. Then press the MEMORY button again;... -
Page 14: Measuring Blood Pressure
Operations Measuring Blood Pressure You may choose between 2 measuring modes: fuzzy logic (measurement during defl ation) and Dou- ble Check Technology (measurement during infl ation and defl ation). Select prefered measuring mode using the buttons on the side of the unit. fuzzy logic Double Check Technology Press the MEMORY GROUP button to choose the... -
Page 15: Recalling Memory Values
Operations When the measurement is completed, the display will show the measured blood pressure values, pulse rate, memory group, date/time and WHO color classifi ca- tion. Press START to turn off the unit. Otherwise it will turn off automaitcally after about 150 seconds. As regards the WHO classifi... -
Page 16: Erasing Memory Values
5. Press and hold START. The unit erases all memory values after the third beep. Data Transfer and Analysis via desktop 2.0 Software The software and the instructions you will fi nd on our homepage via the following link: http://geratherm.de/diagnostik/downloadbereich/... -
Page 17: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance Do not drop the unit. It is not shock-proof. Do not modify or disas- semble the unit or the arm cuff. Do not twist the arm cuff. Use a cloth moistened with water or neutral detergent to clean the body of the unit and then wipe it dry. - Page 18 Care and Maintenance Avoid thinner, benzine, and other harsh clean- ers. Keep the unit in a suit- able place. Avoid high temperature, direct sunlight, high moisture, and dust. Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for a long time. Do not press the START button if the cuff has not been properly wrapped...
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Page 19: Error Messages
Error Messages Corrections Messages The pressure meas- ured was lower than 20 mm Hg. Please measure again. The pressure meas- ured was higher than 300 mm Hg. Please measure again. Pumping error. Please check cuff and try again The pressure can not be measured due to signal noise. -
Page 20: Specifi Cations
Specifi cations Model no. GP-6630 Display System Liquid Crystal Display Measuring Method Oscillometric method Infl ation Centrifugal micro-pump Pressure Exhaust Electric solenoid valve Power Source 4 alkaline “AA“ type batteries (1.5 V) or AC/DC adapter Input: 100 ~ 240 V, AC, 60/50 Hz Output: 6 V, DC, 800 mA Measuring Range Blood pressure measuring... -
Page 21: Disposal
Do not dispose of old batteries with your household waste, but at a battery collection station at a recycling site or in a shop. Quality standard Geratherm is certifi ed in accordance with Council Di- ® rective 93/42/EEC and EN ISO 13485 and is entitled to affi... -
Page 22: Symbol Index
90 % R.H. 15 % +55 °C Store between Manufacturer -25 °C and +55 °C -25 °C The device must not Important! Read the be disposed of with instruction manual! household waste. Geratherm Medical AG Fahrenheitstrasse 1 98716 Geschwenda Germany www.geratherm.com... -
Page 23: Annex
This blood pressure monitor, which is manufactured by Geratherm Medical AG, complies with the EN 60601-1-2 standard in relation to both immunity and emissions. However, special precautions should be observed: please only use the device indoors and not in the vicin- ity of mobile phones or microwave ovens. - Page 24 Annex Guidance and manufacturer´s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environments listed below, and should only beused in such environments: Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment - guidance RF energy is used only to maintain device’s operation.
- Page 25 If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the device. Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, fi eld strengths should be less than 3 V/m. Geratherm Medical AG Fahrenheitstrasse 1 98716 Geschwenda Germany...
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