Omron RX-1 instruction manual Contents, Description of the monitor

Contents
Description of the monitor	. . . .2
Important instructions for obtaining meaningful blood pressure readings	. . . .2
How to measure your blood pressure	. 3 - 6
Possible faults, their causes and rectification	. . . .7
Maintenance and storage	. . . .7
Technical data	. . . .8
General information about high blood pressure	9 - 10

This blood pressure monitor fulfils the requirements of the EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive). It also conforms to the European standard EN 1060, Non-invasive Sphygmo- manometers, Part 1: General Requirements and Part 3: Additional Requirements for Electro- mechanical Blood Pressure Measuring Systems.

Dear Customer,

Thank you for putting your confidence in OMRON products, which are known for their relia- bility and advanced technology. We hope that you will be fully satisfied with your new blood pressure monitor. Before using it, please read the instructions in this manual carefully.

We wish you all the best for the future and especially for your health!

Description of the monitor

The OMRON RX-I is a very compact, fully automatic wrist blood pressure monitor. Operating on the oscillometric principle, it measures your blood pressure and pulse simply and quickly from the wrist. This means the monitor detects the pressure in your artery and converts the information into a digital reading. This monitor does not require an inflation bulb or stethoscope, so measurements are easy to obtain.

OMRON RX-I uses a new measurement principle. Measuring is carried our during controlled inflation. It contains an intelligent system for controled inflation, known as “Intellisense”.

This is an advanced method of oscillometric measurement. No pre-setting or re-infla- tion is necessary.

OMRON RX-I memorises your last 7 measurements. The cuff fits wrist circumferen- ces from 13.5 to 21.5 cm.

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Important instructions for obtaining meaningful blood pressure readings

•Avoid eating and drinking (alcohol), smoking, sport and taking medicines before measuring your blood pressure, as these activities influence your blood pressure values.

•Before you start, sit comfortably on a chair and relax. Measurement must be carried out calmly and without rushing. It is recommended to check your blood pressure at least twice a day, once in the morning before breakfast and once in the evening after work.

•You must bare your wrist before applying the cuff. Important: avoid con- stricting the blood flow if you push up your sleeve.

•Do not move the arm on which you are taking the measurement. Do not talk.

•Please avoid measuring your blood pressure while you are on a vehicle because vibrations may affect the reading.

•Allow an interval of at least three minutes between two successive mea- surements, as otherwise a congestion of blood will occur which may distort the readings. Always remove the cuff between readings.