CONTENTS IMPORTANT INFORMATION............1 • White Coat Syndrome ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE..............3 • Blood Pressure Standard • What are systolic and diastolic pressure? • Blood Pressure Fluctuation MEASUREMENT TIPS..............5 YOUR BP MONITOR................6 • LCD Layout • Arm Cuff • Your Monitor POWER OPTIONS................8 SELECTING MEMORY ZONE AND SETTING DATE, TIME &...
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Readings taken by the Physiologic LuminA blood pressure monitor are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff and stethoscope auscultation method. This manual contains important safety and care information, and provides step by step instruction for using the product. Read this manual thoroughly before using the monitor.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ATTENTION • This Blood Pressure Monitor does not replace examination by a physician. As your doctor is the one person best qualified to interpret your results, we recommend that you keep a blood pressure journal to bring to your visits to your healthcare professional.
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE Blood Pressure Standard The Joint National Committee on prevention, detection, evaluation, and treatment of high blood pressure has developed a blood pressure standard, according to which areas of low and high risk blood pressure are identified. This standard is a guideline as blood pressure varies among different people and different age groups.
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE What are systolic and diastolic pressure? When your heart beats, it Systolic Diastolic contracts and pushes blood blood entering blood discharging through the arteries to the vein artery rest of your body. This force creates pressure on the arteries. press relax This is called systolic pressure.
MEASUREMENT TIPS IMPORTANT NOTES Here are a few helpful tips to help you obtain more accurate readings: • Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is in constant fluctuation throughout the day. • Blood pressure readings can be affected by the position of the user, his or her physiological condition and other factors.
YOUR BP MONITOR LCD Layout MEMORY ZONE SYSTOLIC BLOOD LOW BATTERY PRESSURE INDICATOR CUFF IS INFLATING mmHg CUFF IS DEFLATING DIASTOLIC LAST 3 RESULTS AVERAGE BLOOD PRESSURE IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT INDICATOR TIME PULSE RATE DATE BLOOD PRESSURE CLASSIFICATION INDICATOR MEMORY NUMBER INDICATOR Arm Cuff ARM CUFF AIR PLUG...
POWER OPTIONS 1. Batteries: 4 x AA alkaline. 2. Power Adapter: DC6.0 V, 1000mA AC adapter can be used with this device (not included). Adapter socket pictured at right. CAUTION Do not use any other type of battery or adapter as it may harm the unit. Installing and replacing batteries 1.
BEFORE YOU START Selecting memory zone and setting date, time & unit of measurement It is important to set the clock before using your blood pressure monitor, so that a time stamp can be assigned to each reading that is stored in memory. 1.
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BEFORE YOU START 3. Using the “M” button, set the YEAR, then press “SET”. Repeat to set the MONTH, DAY, HOUR and MINUTE, then press“SET” to automatically move on to the next step. 4. Using the “M” button, set the TIME DISPLAY: European (EU) or U.S (US) then press “START/STOP”...
MEASUREMENT Prepare the cuff 1. Firmly insert air plug into opening located on left side of the monitor. 2. Wrap the cuff around your upper left arm. The tube should be aligned to point toward your little finger, as illustrated.
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MEASUREMENT 3. The cuff should be snug but not too tight. ~1” (You should be able to insert one finger between the cuff and your arm). Keep a space of ± 1” between the cuff edge and the bend of your elbow. 4.
MEASUREMENT Start the measurement 1. Press and hold the START/STOP button until you hear a beep. The LCD will light up for one second as the unit performs a quick diagnosis. A long tone indicates the device is ready for testing. NOTE: Unit will not function if residual air from previous testing is present in cuff.
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MEASUREMENT 3. Once inflated, the cuff will slowly deflate and measure your blood pressure. A flashing “ “ will appear simultaneously on screen signaling heart beat detection. 4. When testing is complete the monitor will sound three short beeps. The screen will display your systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
MEASUREMENT 5. To measure again, press START/STOP to return to testing mode. NOTE It is recommended to wait at least 5 minutes between measurements for accurate results. Irregular Heartbeat Indicator If an irregular heart beat is detected at least twice during measurement, the symbol will appear with the results.
USING THE MEMORY To recall previous readings 1. With the power off, press and hold the “M” button to recall the most recent reading stored in memory. 2. Then, press the “M” button to scroll through all readings stored in memory. NOTE Past readings will only be displayed from the most recently used memory zone.
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USING THE MEMORY To delete all records from memory 1. With the power off, press and hold the “M” button to recall reading stored in memory. 2. Press and hold the “SET” button for approximately 3 seconds to delete all records.
USING THE MEMORY Last 3 Tests Average 1. With the power off, press the “M” button to activate screen display. 2. After the unit performs a self diagnosis, the screen will display the average test results from the last 3 readings of the last group used. The “AVG”...
TIPS FOR ACCURATE READINGS Wait at least 1 hour after Avoid taking readings eating or drinking before immediately after having taking a measurement. tea, coffee or smoking. Wait at least 20 minutes Avoid talking or moving after taking a bath before your fingers when taking taking a measurement.
MAINTENANCE How to clean and care for your BP monitor. Store in a dry place and avoid Avoid contact with water. exposing to direct sunshine. Wipe away any moisture with a dry cloth. Avoid intense shaking or collisions. Avoid storing the unit in dusty or unstable temperature environments.
TROUBLESHOOTING The table below indicates how to solve common problems that you may encounter when using this monitor. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Blood pressure Cuff is too tight or not Firmly reposition cuff results are not properly positioned approximately 1-2" above within typical on the arm.
For replacement or repair under warranty, please call: 1-800-363-2381 (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm EST) For more information on this, or any other Physio logic ® product, visit: www.amgphysiologic.com...
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AMG Medical Inc. 8505 Dalton, Montréal, QC H4T 1V5 Canada • 1-800-363-2381 AMG Medical Inc. (USA) 8396 State Route 9, West Chazy, NY 12992, USA • 1-888-412-4992 Australian & NZ Distributor: HMR Healthcare PL Melbourne, VIC, 3189 Australia • 1800 363 238 www.amgphysiologic.com Authorised Representative in the European Community: M.
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