Operation Manual
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The E_ icon appears if it has not been possible to perform
the measurement properly. Observe the section in these in-
structions on error messages/troubleshooting and repeat the
measurement.
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The device switches off automatically after 1 minute.
W
ait at least 5 minutes before taking another measurement!
Evaluating results
Cardiac arrhythmia:
This instrument can identify possible cardiac arrhythmia disor-
ders during measurement and if necessary indicates the mea-
surement with the flashing icon
„ ”
.
This may be an indicator for arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is a condi-
tion where the heart rhythm is abnormal as a result of defects
in the bioelectrical system controlling the heart beat. The sym-
ptoms (omitted or premature heart beats, slow or excessively
fast heart rate) may be caused, among other things, by heart
disease, age, physical predisposition, excessive use of stimu-
lants, stress or lack of sleep. Arrhythmia can only be ascertai-
ned through examination by your doctor.
Repeat the measurement if the flashing icon
„ ”
is displayed
after the measurement. Please note that you should rest for 5
minutes between measurements and not talk or move during
the measurement. If the icon
„ ”
appears often, please
contact your doctor. Any self-diagnosis and treatment based
on the test results may be dangerous. It is vital to follow your
doctor‘s instructions.
WHO classification:
According to WHO Guidelines/Definitions and the latest fin-
dings, the test results can be classified and evaluated accor-
ding to the following chart:
The bar graph in the display and the scale on the unit indicate
the range of the blood pressure which has been recorded.
Range of blood pressure values Systolic Diastolic Measure
(in mmHg) (in mmHg)
Grade 3: Severe hypertension >=180 >=110 Seek medical advice
Grade 2: Moderate hypertension 160-179 100-109 Seek medical advice
Grade 3: Mild hypertension 140-159 90-99 Have it checked regularly by doctor
High-normal 130-139 85-89 Have it checked regularly by doctor
Normal 120-129 80-84 Check it yourself
Optimal <120 <80 Check it yourself
Source: WHO, 1999