Microlife AFIB BT – BP A6 BT
Microlife AFIB BT – BP A6 BT
Microlife AFIB BT – BP A6 BT (1) START/STOP Button (2) Display (3) Cuff Socket (4) Mains Adapter Socket (5) Battery Compartment (6) Cuff (7) Cuff Connector (8) AFIB/MAM Switch (9) Time Button (10) M-button (memory) (11) - «Backward» Button (12) + «Forward» Button (13) Lock Switch (14) USB Port Display (15) Date/Time (16) Systolic Value (17) Diastolic Value (18) Pulse Rate (19) Battery Display (20) Traffic Light Display (21) Stored Value (22) Pulse Indicator (23) Cuff Check Indicator (24) Atrial Fibrillation
Microlife AFIB BT – BP A6 BT Dear Customer, Your new 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 prove its measurement accuracy to be of a very high standard.
Microlife AFIB BT – BP A6 BT Table of Contents 1. Important Facts about Blood Pressure and Self-Measurement • How do I evaluate my blood pressure? 2. Important Facts about Atrial Fibrillation (AFIB) • What is Atrial Fibrillation (AFIB)? • How does AFIB impact my family or me? • Microlife AFIB detection provides a convenient way to screen for AFIB (only in AFIB/MAM mode) • Risk factors you can control 3.
• Cleaning the cuff • Accuracy test • Disposal 14. Guarantee 15. Technical Specifications Guarantee Card (see Back Cover) 1. Important Facts about Blood Pressure and Self- Measurement • Blood pressure is 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).
How do I evaluate my blood pressure? Table for classifying home blood pressure values in adults in accordance with the international Guidelines (ESH, AHA, JSH). Data in mmHg.
3. Using the Device for the First Time Inserting the batteries After you have unpacked your device, first insert the batteries. The battery compartment (5) is on the bottom of the device. Insert the batteries (4 x size AAA 1.5 V), thereby observing the indicated polarity. Switch the Lock Switch (13) to «unlock» position. Setting the date and time 1. After the new batteries are fitted, the year number flashes in the display. You can set the year by pressing either the «+» (12) or the «-» (11) button.
determined in this way is more reliable than one produced by a single measurement. AFIB detection is only activated in AFIB/ MAM mode. After pressing the START/STOP button (1), the selected AFIB/ MAM mode appears in the • display as the MAM-symbol (25). The bottom, right hand section of the display shows a 1, 2 or 3 to indicate which of the 3 • measurements is currently being taken.
. Switch off the device. (The monitor does switch off automatically after approx. 1 min.). How not to store a reading Press the START/STOP button (1) while the reading is being displayed. Keep the button pressed until «M» (21) is flashing and then release it. Confirm by pressing the M-button (20) again. You can stop the measurement at any time by pressing the START/STOP button (e.g. if you feel uneasy or an unpleasant pressure sensation).
This device can be used in conjunction with a personal computer (PC) running the Microlife Blood Pressure Analyzer (BPA) software. The memory data can be transferred to the PC by connecting the monitor via a cable. If no CD and cable is included download the BPA software from www.microlife.com and use a USB cable with a Mini-B 5 pin connector. Installation and data transmission 1. Insert CD into the CD ROM drive of your PC. The installation will start automatically. If not, please click on «SETUP.EXE». 2.
100th value. Values should be evaluated by a doctor before the memory capacity is reached – otherwise data will be lost. Clearing all values 1. Hold down the M-button (11) until «CL» appears and then release the button. when the device is switched off. 2. Press the M-button while «CL» is flashing to permanently clear all values of the selected user. Cancel deletion: press START/STOP button (1) while «CL» is flashing. Individual values cannot be cleared. 10.
for your supply voltage. Ensure that neither the mains adapter nor the cable are damaged. 1. Plug the adapter cable into the mains adapter socket (4) in the blood pressure monitor. 2. Plug the adapter plug into the wall socket. When the mains adapter is connected, no battery current is consumed. 12. Error Messages If an error occurs during the measurement, the measurement is interrupted and an error message, e.g. «ERR 3», is displayed.
- water and moisture - extreme temperatures - impact and dropping - contamination and dust - direct sunlight - heat and cold • The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care. • Do not exchange or use any other kind of cuff or cuff connector for measuring with this device. • Only pump up the cuff once fitted. • Do not use this device close to strong electromagnetic fields such as mobile telephones or radio installations.
• The guarantee does not cover damage caused by improper handling, discharged batteries, accidents or non-compliance with the operating instructions. • The cuff has a functional guarantee (bladder tightness) for 2 years. Please contact Microlife-Service (see foreword). 14.
-.Connect the equipment into and outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
