Oregon Scientific BPW810N user manual Introduction, KEY Features Front View, LCD Symbols

Talking Blood Pressure Monitor

Model: BPW810N

USER MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM TalkingWrist Type Blood Pressure Monitor (BPW810N). The (BPW810N) features voice announcement and playback of blood pressure measurements for added convenience and has been designed to provide you with many years of reliable service.

The unit can help you measure and track the following metrics:

•Systolic pressure

•Diastolic pressure

•Mean arterial pressure

•Pulse rate

•Historic record of up to 30 measurements per user (maximum 2 users)

Readings taken by the blood pressure monitor are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff and stethoscope auscultation method. Clinical performance were successfully done against ANSI/ AAMI SP10 and international protocol, and the B.H.S. (British Hypertension Society) has rated this product “recommended for clinical and home use”, the highest grading available for blood pressure monitors.

Please refer to BHS website http://www.bhsoc.org/bp_ monitors/automatic_wrist.stm

This manual contains important safety and care information, and provides step-by-step instructions for using the product.

Read the manual thoroughly before using the product.

KEY FEATURES

FRONT VIEW

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6

1.Wrist cuff

2.Battery compartment

LCD SYMBOLS

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

Systolic pressure

Diastolic pressure

Time (hour: minutes)

Mean arterial pressure

Pulse

User

Memory

Weak battery

Inflating

Deflating

Millimeter(s) of mercury

kPa Kilopascal

Voice activation

EXPLANATION

The highest blood pressure measured

The lowest blood pressure measured

Current time

Average blood pressure measured (see “What is Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)?” for more information)

Pulse rate per minute

Shows which user profile (1 or 2 is being displayed)

If “MEM” shows, the displayed measurement value is from the memory and not necessarily from the last reading

Batteries are low and need to be replaced

Unit is inflating with air to obtain the needed level of pressure

Wrist cuff air is exhausting or deflating

Measurement unit for blood pressure

Measurement unit for blood pressure

Voice announcing your blood pressure measured

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1.TALK / VOLUME button

2.LCD

3. ON / OFF button

4.Speaker

5. USER 1 / UP ARROW button

6. USER 2 / DOWN ARROW button

7.SET button

REAR VIEW

SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please observe the following safety precautions when setting up and using your blood pressure monitor.

•This device is intended for adult use only.

•This device is intended for non-invasive measuring and monitoring of arterial blood pressure. It is not intended for use on extremities other than the wrist or for functions other than obtaining a blood pressure measurement.

•Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. This unit allows you to monitor your blood pressure. Do not begin or end medical treatment based solely on the measurements of this device. Consult a physician for treatment advice.

•If you are taking medication, consult your physician to determine the most appropriate time to measure your blood pressure. Never change a prescribed medication without consulting your physician.

•This unit is not suitable for continuous monitoring during medical emergencies or operations.

•If the cuff pressure exceeds 40 kPa (300 mmHg), the unit will automatically deflate. Should the cuff not deflate when pressures exceeds 40 kPa (300mmHg),

detach the cuff from the wrist and press the button to stop inflation.

•To avoid measurement errors, carefully read this manual before using the product.

CARING FOR YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR

To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from using this product, please observe the following care guidelines.

•When not in use, store the unit in a dry place away from direct sunlight.