Panasonic EW3111 operating instructions Specifications

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Symptom

Possible cause

 

 

The systolic

• The cuff was held too low, i.e. not at heart level.

pressure value or

(See page 11)

diastolic pressure

• The cuff was not attached properly. (See page 10)

value is high.

• You moved your body or you spoke during

 

measurement. (See page 11)

 

 

The systolic

• The cuff was held too high, i.e. not at heart level.

pressure value or

(See page 11)

diastolic pressure

• You moved your body or you spoke during

value is low.

measurement. (See page 11)

 

 

The measured

• Your posture was not the same for all

values differ

measurements, or measurements were taken

significantly.

without sufficient time in between. Always wait

 

approximately 5 minutes before taking another

 

reading, and above all, relax.

 

 

The measured

• Blood pressure varies in response to minute

value differs from

changes in your mental state, such as your reaction

that measured by

to your doctor taking the measurement. One way to

the doctor.

check this is to bring the unit to your doctor’s office

The measured

and directly compare the readings taken by your

value is different

physician.

for each

• Relax for at least 5 minutes and then take another

measurement.

measurement.

 

 

If the device still appears to provide unusual or erroneous readings, consult your physician. If the device does not appear to be functioning properly, contact Panasonic at 1-800-338-0552.

Specifications

Method of measurement:

Oscillometric System with Precise Logic™

 

 

 

Display:

Digital LCD

 

 

 

Measuring range:

Blood pressure: 20 – 300 mmHg

 

Pulse rate:

30 – 160 pulse/min.

 

 

Measurement accuracy:

Blood pressure: ±4 mmHg

 

Pulse rate:

±5 %

 

 

Power source:

Four 1.5-volt (R6/AA) batteries

 

 

Operating environment:

10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)

 

30% to 85% RH

 

 

 

Storage environment:

–20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F)

 

10% to 95% RH

 

 

 

Upper arm circumference

20 to 40 cm (7-3/4" to 15-3/4")

measurement range:

 

 

 

 

Dimensions (H#W#D):

110#130#200 mm (4-11/32"#5-3/32"#7-7/8")

 

 

Weight:

485 g (17.1 oz.) not including batteries

 

 

 

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Model EW3111 is intended to be used for the oscillometric PRECISE LOGIC™ measurement of systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse rate using a pressurized cuff.

Blood pressure measurements determined with this device are equivalent to those obtaind by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method, within the limits prescribed by the American National Standard, Electronic or automated sphygmomanometers.

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Contents Operating Instructions Instrucciones de funcionamiento Introduction Table of ContentsBasics of Blood Pressure Important Instructions Before Use About the Precise Logic Measurement System Precautions to Ensure Safe, Reliable OperationBlood Pressure Categories Connecting tube to cuff Diagram of device Display/SymbolsAlarm function signals high blood pressure Attachment of cuff holderBatteries must be replaced when Measurement in a sitting position ErrorMeasuring your blood pressure Measurement in lying positionWhen, for example, 21 readings have been When you want to clear all memoryExample Press the Memory/Recall Button againTroubleshooting StorageSpecifications