Instructions for use Upper arm BASIS The blood pressure monitor for beginners to be used on your upper arm Display Clinically validated year WARRANTY Also suitable for: Diabetics Kidney disease Pregnant women Children
aponorm® Basis – Short instructions for use 1 2 3 4 Unlock Insert the batteries supplied along with the monitor. 5 Connect the cuff. Unlock the monitor by pushing the key lock on the side down. 6 2 The cuff must come to sit approx. 2 cm above your arm bend. Extend your arm so that the cuff is at the same height as your heart. 9 7 – START STOP aponorm® Basis 8 + Start the measurement by pressing the Start/Stop button. 10 Lock Switch the monitor off.
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aponorm® Basis Switches, housing and accessories 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Start/Stop button Display Cuff socket Mains adapter connector Battery compartment Cuff Cuff connector Time button Memory button (M button) “Back” button “Forward” button Lock switch Display 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Date/time Systolic value Diastolic value Pulse rate Battery indicator Blood pressure traffic light Stored value Pulse rate measurement active Cuff check indicator Motion alarm Important! This information must be
aponorm® Basis Dear Customer, Your new aponorm® by microlife blood pressure monitor is a reliable medical device for taking measurements on the upper arm. It is simple to use, accurate and comes highly recommended for blood pressure monitoring in your home. This device was developed in collaboration with physicians and clinical tests carried out proving its measurement accuracy to be of a very high standard.
Table of Contents 1. Important Facts about Blood Pressure and Self-Measurement 5 · How do I evaluate my blood pressure? 6 2. Using the Device for the First Time · Inserting the batteries · Setting the date and time · Selecting the correct cuff 6 6 6 7 3. Taking a Blood Pressure Measurement using this Device · How not to store a reading 7 8 4. Traffic Light Indicator in the Display 8 5. Data Memory · Viewing the stored values · Memory full · Clearing all values 9 9 9 9 6.
1. Important Facts about Blood Pressure and Self-Measurement • Blood pressure s the pressure of the blood flowing in the arteries generated by the pumping of the heart. Two values, the systolic (upper) value and the diastolic (lower) value, are always measured. • The device indicates the pulse rate (the number of times the heart beats in a minute). as the day progresses.
This monitor is specially tested for use in pregnancy and preeclampsia. When you detect unusual high readings in pregnancy, you should measure again after 4 hours. If the reading is still too high, consult your doctor or gynaecologist. The higher value is the one that determines the evaluation. Example: a blood pressure value of 140/80 mmHg or a value of 130/90 mmHg indicates «blood pressure too high». 2.
5. If you want to change the date and time, press and hold the time button down for approx. 3 seconds until the year number starts to flash. Now you can enter the new values as described above. Selecting the correct cuff aponorm® by microlife offers different cuff sizes. Select the cuff size to match the circumference of your upper arms (measured by close fitting in the centre of the upper arm).
• Support your arm so it is relaxed. • Ensure that the cuff is at the same height as your heart. 6. Slide the lock switch 12 down to the «Unlock» position. Press the START/STOP button 1 to start measuring. 7. The cuff will now pump up automatically. Relax, do not move and do not tense your arm muscles until the measurement result is displayed. Breathe normally and do not talk. 8. When the correct pressure is reached, the pumping stops and the pressure falls gradually.
5. Data Memory This device automatically stores up to 99 measurement values. Viewing the stored values Press the M button 9 briefly, when the device is switched on. The display first shows «M» 19 and then an average value. The device then switches to the last stored value. Press the M button again to exit the memory mode. Pressing the «+» 11 or the «-» 10 button repeatedly enables you to move from one stored value to another. Memory full Please note that the maximum memory capacity is 99 values.
The memory retains all values although date Batteries cannot be charged in the blood Which batteries and which procedure? 7. Using a Mains Adapter and time must be reset – the year number therefore flashes automatically after the batteries are replaced. se 4 new, long-life 1.5 V, size AAA alkaline U batteries. Use only batteries of one brand at a time. Do not use batteries beyond their date of expiry. pressure monitor.
8. Error Messages If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement is interrupted and an error message, e.g. «ERR 3», is displayed. Error Potential cause and remedy The pulse signals on the cuff are too weak. “ERR 1” Signal too weak Re-position the cuff and repeat the measurement.* During the measurement, error signals were detected by the cuff, caused “ERR 2” Error for instance by movement 13 signal or muscle tension.Repeat the measurement, keeping your arm still.
9. Safety, Care, Accuracy Test and Disposal Safety and protection • Do not use this device if you think it is damaged or notice anything unusual. • Never open this device. • This device may only be used for the purposes described in this instruction. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by incorrect application. • If the device is not going to be used for a prolonged period the batteries should be removed.
Disposal B atteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with domestic waste. 10. Warranty This device is covered by a 5 year warranty from the date of purchase. The warranty is valid only on presentation of the Warranty Card completed by the distributor (see back) confirming date of purchase or the receipt. • Batteries and wearing parts are not included. • Opening or altering the device invalidates the warranty.
Static accuracy: Pulse accuracy: pressure within ± 3 mmHg ± 5 % of the readout value Voltage source: • 4 x 1.5 V alkaline batteries; size AAA • Mains adapter DC 6 V, 600 mA (optional) Battery life: approx.
aponorm® Basis – Warranty Card Customer name Serial number of monitor (SN) Date of purchase Pharmacy stamp and signature aponorm® Basis
Warranty Card To be on the safe side: our aponorm® by microlife warranty. Your new blood pressure monitor is a top-class precision medical device. We are convinced of its high quality and therefore, from the date of purchase, we grant a 5 year WARRANTY Please refer to page 13 of the instructions for the terms of warranty in detail. Tip: In case you lost the instructions for use with the terms of warranty during your period of use of the device, you can at any time download them at www.aponorm.de.
Overview of the device functions: Sold by: WEPA Apothekenbedarf GmbH & Co KG Am Fichtenstrauch 6 - 10 D-56204 Hillscheid www.aponorm.de www.wepa-dieapothekenmarke.de Manufactured by: Microlife AG Espenstrasse 139 CH-9443 Widnau www.microlife.ch Display “Traffic light” indicator Key lock User Average display Automatic switch-off Number of memory cells Motion alarm Power supply Cuff seat check Battery check Order No.
