Premium AUTOMATIC Blood Pressure Monitor Instruction manual Recommended by Hypertension Canada
Parts and Components 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Main Body Display Cuff Connection Tube Plug Air Hose Cuff 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Premium Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Instruction Manual - RX805 Table of Contents 1. General Principle of Operation 2. Tips On Taking Blood Pressure Measurement 2.1 About Blood Pressure 2.2 Normal Blood Pressure Values 2.3 Obtaining Accurate Measurements 2.4 Before Measuring 2.5 Common Sources of Error 2.6 Fitting the Cuff 3. Battery Installation 4. Use the Device With AC Power Adapter 5. Setting the Date and Time 6.
12. Troubleshooting 13. Warranty 14.
1. General This instruction manual is intended to assist the user in the safe and efficient operation of the Be Better™ Premium Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor model RX805. The device should be used in accordance with the procedures described in this manual. It is important to read and understand the entire manual, especially section 2 “Tips on Taking Blood Pressure Measurement.
Your blood pressure is lowest when the heart rests (in-between beats). This is called your diastolic blood pressure. It is critical to maintain blood pressure values within a “normal” range in order to prevent cardiovascular diseases. Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) have associated long and medium term health risks. These risks concern the arterial blood vessels of your body, which are endangered due to constriction caused by deposits in the vessel walls (arteriosclerosis).
Refer to the following table for classifying blood pressure values (units: mmHg) according to the World Health Organization (WHO): Category Optimal Normal High Normal Hypertension • Stage 1: Mild • Stage 2: Moderate • Stage 3: Severe Isolated Systolic Hypertension Systolic Blood Pressure < 120 < 130 130 - 139 140 - 159 160 - 179 ≥ 180 > 140 Diastolic Blood Pressure < 80 < 85 85 - 89 90 - 99 100 - 109 ≥ 110 < 90 2.
2.5 Common Sources of Error Any 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 of the muscles in the measurement arm during the measurement. Use a cushion for support if necessary and rest your arm completely. ATTENTION! Comparable blood pressure measurements always require the same conditions with a peaceful and calm environment.
artery, which runs on the inside of the arm (see Fig. C). c) c) Pull the cuff and tighten it by attaching the Velcro® fastener. Normally, the left arm is used, unless there is a physical reason for using the right arm. d) The cuff should fit snugly around the arm, but not too tight. You should be able to fit two fingers under the cuff. e) Place the arm on the table (palm facing upwards) so that the cuff is at the same level as the heart. Make sure there is no kink in the hose.
h) For those who cannot put the cuff on the left arm, put it on the right arm as shown. i) Consecutive measurements will cause blood accumulation in the lower arm which will affect the measuring results. To improve reading accuracy, raise the arm being measured, squeeze and relax your hand several times, then take another measurement. Another option is to take the cuff off and wait at least 10 minutes before repeating measurement.
• Use only the same type of batteries together. Replace all batteries simultaneously; if the device isn’t being used for a long time, please take out the batteries. • Don’t leave the worn batteries in the device. 4. Using the Device With AC Power Adapter Besides batteries you can use the AC power adapter as the power supply. • Insert the AC adapter cord into the jack on the right side of the monitor. • Insert the AC adapter plug into the outlet.
5. Setting the Date and Time The function provides accurate measuring time for each measurement. To get accurate date and time, the user should preset the date and time correctly before the first use of this device. The operation procedure for presetting Date/Time is as follows: 1. When the device is connected to power on for the first time, the display will show as Fig. 1. 2. Press and hold button ‘M1’, then press button ‘O/I’, and the year number flashes. 3.
2. Press button ‘O/I’, and all symbols will appear on display for 2 seconds as Fig.4. Then two short beeps will sound and ‘0’ will appear on the screen. Pump begins to inflate with display showing the reading of pressure. Generally the pressure will reach 190 mmHg as Fig.5. 3. The pump will stop inflating and pressure begins to decrease gradually, during which the user’s blood pressure and pulse will be calculated as Fig.6. 4. There will be a long beep following the accomplishment of measurement.
Automatic Inflation There are 4 given levels of given inflation pressure for this device: 190mmHg, 230mmHg, 270mmHg and 300mmHg. When 190mmHg is not enough or movement of arm occurs, the device will automatically inflate to a reasonable pressure level to ensure a successful measurement. It is not a fault. Rapid Deflation During Measurement If you do not feel well during measurement or want to stop the measurement for some reason, you can press the O/I button.
3. Press again, the display will show ‘01’, which means the last reading taken, then turns to another screen to show readings and measuring time as Fig.10; 4. Press again, the display will show ‘02’, which means the second to the last reading taken. Memory Clearance After a measurement is finished or when the device is in standby mode, press and hold button ‘M1’ or ‘M2’ for at least 5 seconds, the display will show ‘Clr’ which means the stored readings for ‘M1’ or ‘M2’ have been removed. Fig. 11. 8.
The indicator displays a segment, based on the current data, corresponding to the WHO classification. For example, if your blood pressure is 135 mmHg (Systolic Pressure), 78 mmHg (Diastolic Pressure), according to the world health organization standard, your blood pressure level is High Normal. Note: 1. If the systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure fall into different categories, the higher value should be taken for classification. 2.
10. Error and Low Battery Information INDICATION POSSIBLE REASON CORRECT METHOD Make sure that cuff is The cuff is put on improperly or the tube plug put on correctly and the tube plug is inserted is inserted too loosely. tightly and repeat the measurement. Movement of arm/ hand or talking during measurement. Repeat the measurement with no movement and follow recommendations of manual. The cuff is not inflated to necessary pressure. Repeat the measurement with pumping cuff to higher pressure.
3. Keep the cuff from sharp objects and don’t extend or twist the cuff. 4. Use only soft and dry cloths to clean the device. WARNING: Under no circumstances may you wash the inner bladder! 6. Since neither the device nor batteries are household waste, follow your local recycling rules and dispose them at appropriate collection sites. 7. Do not open the device. It has delicate electrical components and an intricate air unit that could be damaged.
Inflation stops and re-inflates later. The automatic inflation for ensuring correct measurement. See “Automatic Inflation” Did you talk or move your arm (or hand) during measurement? Remain still and silent during the measurement. The reading is Is the cuff at the same extremely high or low. level as the heart? Make sure that your posture is right. Is the cuff wrapped right? Wrap the cuff correctly. Did you strain your arm during measurement? Relax during measurement.
13. Lifetime Guarantee Be Better™ blood pressure monitors have a lifetime warranty to be free of manufacturing defects for the life of the original owner. This warranty does not include the inflation system including the cuff and inflation bladder. The cuff is warranted for two years. The warranty does not cover damage from misuse or tampering.
14. Technical Specifications Model: RX805 Size: 127(L) x 99(W) x 50(H)mm Weight: Approximately 255g without batteries Measuring method: Oscillometry Measuring range: 40 to 260 mmHg (blood pressure) 40 to 160 beats/minute (pulse rate) Measuring accuracy: ±3 mmHg for static pressure 5% of the reading for the pulse rate Inflation: Automatic by the pump Rapid deflation: Automatic electronic valve Batteries: 4 x “AA”, 1.
