Digital Blood Pressure Monitor Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor 6013 Instruction Manual Inspected in the U.S.A. Made in China tel: 631-273-9600, 1-800-232-2670 fax: 631-273-9659 ADC 55 Commerce Drive Hauppauge, NY 11788 EC REP ADC (UK) Ltd. Unit 6, PO14 1TH United Kingdom IB p/n 93-6013-00 rev 2 www.adctoday.com email: info@adctoday.com 0197 Printed in China PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEDICAL INSTRUMENT MUST BE USED ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE ACCURATE READINGS.
6013 Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor NOTES Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Important Information About Blood Pressure and Its Measurement 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 What is Blood Pressure? What is a Normal Blood Pressure? What Influences Blood Pressure? Does Blood Pressure Vary? What is Hypertension? Can Hypertension be Controlled? Why Measure Blood Pressure at Home? How is Blood Pressure Measured? How Should I Record My Blood Pressure? 3.
11. ACCESSORIES 1. INTRODUCTION 1. Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the automatic ADC® ADvantageTM Blood Pressure Monitor. Optional Accessories: AC Adapter: 6013ZAC In hospitals and physician's offices throughout the world, where accuracy and dependability are critical, ADC® professional diagnostic products are the instruments of choice. Cuff Sizes: Adult Small Adult* Large Adult 850-6013 (9” - 13” / 22.86 - 33.02cm) 850-6013SA (7.5” - 9.4” / 19.05 - 23.87cm) 850-6013X (13” - 17” / 33.
2. ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE 2.1 What is Blood Pressure? Simply put, arterial blood pressure is the force of blood exerted against the walls of the arteries. There are two components to blood pressure - systolic and diastolic pressure. Systolic, the higher pressure, occurs during contraction of the heart. Diastolic, the lower pressure, occurs when the heart is at "rest.
If fluctuations in readings are larger than 15 mmHg, and/or you hear irregular pulse tones, consult your doctor. In order to receive market clearance from governmental bodies, this device was subjected to strict clinical tests. The computer program used to measure blood pressure values was tested by experienced cardiac specialists in Germany.
2.6 Can Hypertension be Controlled? Although essential hypertension cannot be cured, it can usually be controlled by altering lifestyle (including diet), adopting a program of exercise, stress management and, where necessary, with medication under a doctor's supervision.
Err 3 Repeat measurement keeping arm still. If inflation of the cuff takes too long, the cuff is not correctly seated or the tube connection’s not tight. Check connections and repeat. Err 5 The difference between systolic and diastolic is excessive. Measure again carefully following proper cuff procedures and ensure measurement under quiet conditions.
5.5. Discontinuing a measurement If it is necessary to interrupt a blood pressure measurement for any reason (e.g the patient feels unwell), the START button can be pressed at any time. The device then immediately lowers the cuff pressure automatically. 4. SETTING UP YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR 4.1 Inserting the batteries After you have unpacked your device, insert the batteries. The battery compartment is located on the back side of the device (see illustration).
4.4. Setting the time and date This blood pressure monitor incorporates an integrated clock with date display. Time and date are recorded along with pressure and pulse. 5.4. Measuring procedure After the cuff has been appropriately positioned the measurement can begin: TIME 9:17 You must enter the date and current time. Proceed as follows (Example: Entering 2002-06-15, 09:30 AM): a) Press the START button. 5 beeps will sound and a “0” will blink. The pump begins to inflate the cuff.
5.2. Common sources of error: Note: Comparable blood pressure measurements always require the same conditions! These are normally quiet conditions. Important! The 1” white mark on the cuff must lie exactly over the artery which runs down the inner side of the arm. • Efforts by the patient to support the arm can increase the blood pressure. Make sure you are in a comfortable, relaxed position and do not activate any muscles in the measurement arm during measurement.
