BT BT Accurate home blood pressure measurements with the WatchBP Home A BT.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Microlife WatchBP Home A is the world’s first digital blood pressure measurement device that strictly follows European Society of Hypertension (ESH)1, 2 and American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations for home blood pressure measurement. Using the WatchBP Home A device helps you collect accurate home blood pressure measurements your doctor can trust. This WatchBP Home A device has been clinically validated according to the ESH protocol 3.
BT Table of Contents Before using WatchBP Home A BT for the first time Atrial fibrillation detection instructions ........................ 19 Product description ......................................................4–5 Information for the doctor............................................. 19 Activating the device ...................................................... 6 Viewing, deleting, and transferring measurements Selecting the correct cuff.................................................
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BT Mode Indication Morning Data Doctor Symbol Evening Data Atrial Fibrillation Detection Date/Time Outside Measurement Time Systolic Value Relax Diastolic Value Battery Display Delete Memory Data Stored Value Pulse Indicator Pulse Rate Number of Stored Data 5 EN
DIA mmHg Before using WatchBP Home A BT for the first time PUL /min Activating the Device Pull out the protective strip from the battery compartment. Bluetooth Press M Button to make selection Press ON/OFF Button to confirm 2) Set the month – Press the M Button to set the Month. Press the ON/OFF Button to confirm. 1) Set the year – Upon removing the protective strip or installing new batteries, the Year number flashes in the display. Use the M Button to select the Year.
BT 4) Set the time – Once you have set the Hour and Minutes and pressed the ON/OFF Button, the date and time are set, and the current time is displayed. Selecting the correct cuff The WatchBP Home A BT device is available with different cuff sizes. If the cuff provided with the device is an unsuitable size , please consult your doctor. * please use only Microlife cuffs! M (Medium size) 22 - 32 cm (8.7 - 12.
Taking measurements using WatchBP Home A BT Prior to each measurement, use the Mode Switch on the right side of the device to select the proper measurement mode. The two options include: «DIAG.» (Diagnostic) or «USUAL» (Usual) mode. «DIAG.» Mode The «DIAG.» mode should be selected as requested by your doctor when blood pressure is measured in accordance with the measurement guidelines of the European Society of Hypertension (ESH). DIAG. DIAG.
BT No measurements on non-work days Two sets of measurements per day In «DIAG.» mode, blood pressure measurements are taken on 7 consecutive working days (or normal week days). No readings should be taken on «non-working» days (or particularly relaxing days) in this mode! ESH guidelines recommend one double measurement taken in the morning between 06:00 - 09:00 and one in the evening between 18:00 - 21:00.
Taking measurements using WatchBP Home A BT (cont.) Extended measurement period Evaluation WatchBP Home A BT has an extended measurement period and allows morning measurements between 04:00 - 12:00 and evening measurements between 18:00 - 24:00. After measurements have been carried out for a total of 7 working days, take the device to your doctor for evaluation of your home blood pressure data.
BT «USUAL» Mode 250 measurements safely stored The «USUAL» mode is selected for regular blood pressure measurement with Afib detection. In «USUAL» DIAG. USUAL mode, three consecutive measurements are taken automatically at 15 second intervals. The results are averaged and displayed. The averaged readings are automatically stored for later evaluation by your doctor. The WatchBP Home A BT device can store up to 250 averaged measurement readings in «USUAL» mode. 250 Measurements USUAL DIAG.
Eight steps for measure blood pressure properly Step 1 Step 2 Avoid taking measurements directly after eating, Prepare a chair and table for the measurement. The drinking or smoking. Allow at least one hour between chair should have a vertical back-rest and the table these activities and measurement of your blood pressure. should allow your upper arm to rest at the same height as your heart.
BT Step 3 Step 4 Remove all clothing covering or constricting the arm to be measured. Apply the cuff. Make sure the lower edge of the cuff is exactly 2–3cm from the inner fold of your arm. The tube connecting the cuff to the device should be placed on the inside of the arm. (Additional visual instruction can be found on the cuff) Sit down and relax for at least five minutes prior to the measurement.
Eight steps for measure blood pressure properly (cont.) Step 5 Step 6 (in «DIAG.» mode) Sit upright and lean comfortably against the chair’s backrest. Press the start button. The device will USUAL initiate a 60-second countdown in «DIAG.» mode or a DIAG. 15-second countdown in «USUAL» mode. During the measurement do not move, cross your legs, or tense SYS your arm muscles. Breath normally and do not talk. One measurement cycle includes two measurements.
BT Step 7 (in «DIAG.» mode) Step 8 (in «DIAG.» mode) Once the two readings are complete, measurement data is automatically stored for future reference by your doctor. If an error displays after the readings, please repeat the first six steps once again. When seven days of measurements have been collected, the Doctor Symbol will flash on the display. Do not forget to take your WatchBP Home A BT device with you on your next visit to the doctor.
Special Function IAD Atrial fibrillation detection This device is designed to screen for atrial fibrillation during blood pressure measurements both in «USUAL» Mode and «DIAG.» Mode. If atrial fibrillation is detected during all readings of the triple measurements in usual mode or all four readings of one day in diagnostic mode, the Afib icon is displayed. If the Afib icon is displayed after a blood pressure measurement follow the instructions on page 21.
BT About Atrial Fibrillation Atrial fibrillation is a common heart rhythm problem and a common cause of major strokes. It affects more than 2 million people in North America. It is more common in old age and found in 10% of people over 80 years old. About 20% of all strokes are caused by atrial fibrillation. The elderly, or those with high blood pressure, diabetes or heart disease are more likely to get a stroke if they have atrial fibrillation.
Atrial Fibrillation Detector The WatchBP home A can screen for atrial fibrillation during blood pressure measurement. Some people may have atrial fibrillation occasionally that lasts longer than a day. In this situation the WatchBP Home A allows frequent screening on multiple days for optimal diagnosis of atrial fibrillation. Sometimes the device might falsely detect atrial fibrillation which can have two causes: 1) The arm has moved during blood pressure measurement.
BT Atrial fibrillation detection instructions Information for the doctor • Use this device regularly, once per week, or once per month to screen for atrial fibrillation. This device is designed to detect atrial fibrillation and false negative readings are very rare. Though it is programmed to specifically detect atrial fibrillation, frequent premature beats, marked sinus arrhythmia or other rhythm abnormalities might cause false positive readings.
Viewing, deleting and transffering measurements Viewing measurements In «DIAG.» Mode 1) Use the Mode switch to first select the type of measurements you wish to view. 1) When the M Button is pressed, it briefly displays the total number of measurements stored, e.g. N=20 and then switches to the average of all readings. DIAG. USUAL 2) Then press the M Button. DIAG. USUAL is displayed when * «A» the number shown is the average of all data.
BT 2) Press the M Button again to display the average of all morning data. Press the M Button once again to show the average of all evening data. In «USUAL» Mode 1) When the M Button is pressed, the number of readings detected with Afib are displayed. 2) Press M Button again, the number of total readings stored, e.g. N=63, is displayed; followed immediately by the average of all measurements stored in memory. 3) Press the M Button repeatedly to review all the individual readings one by one.
Viewing, deleting and transffering measurements (cont.) Deleting measurements Data from «DIAG.» and «USUAL» can be deleted independent of each other. 22 DIAG.DIAG. USUAL USUAL DIAG.DIAG. USUAL USUAL delete the stored measurements when you are sure * Only that you no longer need the data.
BT 1) Use the Mode switch to select the mode of measurements you want to delete. DIAG. 3) Release the M Button and press it once more while the Delete symbol flashes. The deleting is confirmed by the beep sound. USUAL 2) Press the M Button and hold it for 7 seconds until USUAL the DIAG. Delete symbol flashes. * Only measurements in the selected mode will be deleted. Press and hold for 7 seconds...
Viewing, deleting and transferring measurements (cont.) Installation of the software program The latest WatchBP Analyzer Software is available from the Microlife website. https://www.microlife.com/support/ softwareprofessional-products Double click the download installer and simply follow the instructions provided in the installation window on the PC screen. 24 Requirements for Software: 1GHz CPU. 512MB * System Memory, 4.
BT Transferring data to the computer 1) Start the software program and connect the device to the computer using the cable supplied. 2) The date and time on the device automatically synchronize with the date and time on the PC when successfully connected with WatchBP Analyzer PC software. 3) Click button in the WatchBP Analyzer to transfer the measurement data on the device to a PC. * See instruction manual of the WatchBP Analyzer for details.
Viewing, deleting and transferring measurements Bluetooth connectivity The measurement data in «DIAG.» and «USUAL» can be transferred to a Bluetooth enabled cell phone (android, windows, iphone). Make sure that the phone has Bluetooth turned on before transferring measurements. Before connecting with the phone, please check if Bluetooth pairing is necessary. USUAL Press and hold the M button for around 5 seconds, the unique 6-digit device ID of the unit is displayed.
BT When you press the start button to take the measurement, the Bluetooth also turns on and displays the 6-digit device ID awaiting the connection. The screen will show “FL” if the connection fails. USUAL Bluetooth connection keeps failing, please reset * IfthetheBluetooth Bonding by pressing and holding the Start/ Stop button of the device for 7 seconds and start the connection again. USUAL DIAG. DIAG.
Batteries and power adaptor Battery indicator Replacing low batteries When the batteries have ¼ power supply left, the Battery Symbol will flash each time the device is switched on. When the batteries need to be replaced, the Battery Symbol will flash each time the device is switched on. 1) Open the battery compartment at the back of the device. 2) Replace the batteries – ensure correct polarity as shown by the symbols in the compartment. * Use 4 new, long-life 1.5V, size AA batteries.
BT Using a power adaptor The WatchBP Home A BT device can also be operated using a Microlife power adaptor (DC 6V, 600mA). * Only use Microlife branded power adaptors. 1) Plug the adaptor cable into the Power Plug in the WatchBP Home A BT device. 2) Plug the adaptor plug into the wall socket. When the power adaptor is connected, no battery power is consumed. power adaptor shall be fulfilled in compliance with the * External requirements of IEC 60601-1:2005.
Safety, care, accuracy test and disposal “Read the instruction manual carefully before using this device, especially the safety instructions, and keep the instruction manual for future use.” Observe the storage and operating conditions described in the “Technical specifications” section of this manual. Safety and protection Protect the device from water and moisture This device may be used only for the purpose described in this booklet.
BT Device care Cuff care Clean the device with a soft, dry cloth. DO NOT wash the cuff. DO NOT iron the cuff cover. Do not wash the cuff! Do not iron the cuff! Accuracy test We recommend the WatchBP Home A BT device be tested for accuracy every 2 years or after mechanical impact (e.g. being dropped). Please contact Microlife to arrange for an accuracy test.
Error messages If an error occurs during measurement, the measurement is interrupted and an error message «Er» is displayed. consult microlife, if • Please this or any other problem occurs repeatedly. you think the results are • Ifunusual, please read through the information in this instruction manual carefully. 32 Error Description Potential cause and remedy «Er 1» Signal too weak The pulse signals on the cuff are too weak. Re-position the cuff and repeat the measurement.
BT «Er 3» No pressure in the cuff An adequate pressure cannot be generated in the cuff. A leak may have occurred. Replace the batteries if necessary. Repeat the measurement. «Er 5» Abnormal result The measuring signals are inaccurate and no result can therefore be displayed. Read through the checklist for performing reliable measurements and then repeat the measurement.
Important facts about blood pressure and home measurements diastolic (lower) value, are always measured. • The pulse rate is the number of times the heart beats in a minute. • Permanent high blood pressure can damage your health and therefore must be treated! • Always discuss your home blood pressure measurement data with your doctor and tell him/her if you have noticed anything unusual or feel unsure. Never rely on single blood pressure readings.
BT Evaluating blood pressure data The table on the right classifies blood pressure data for adults in accordance to the guidelines of the European Society of Hypertension (ESH). (Data in mmHg) The higher value is the one that determines the evaluation. Example: a readout value between 150/85 or 120/98 mmHg indicates «Grade 1 Hypertension».
Technical specifications Operating condition: Storage condition. Weight: Dimensions: Measuring procedure: Method: Measurement range: Cuff pressure display: Voltage source: 36 • 10 to 40 °C (50 to 104 °F) • 15 - 90 % relative maximum humidity, Air pressure 700 to 1040 hPa.
BT Guarantee card This device is covered by a five-year guarantee from the date of purchase. This guarantee is valid only on presentation of the guarantee card completed by the owner confirming date of purchase or purchase receipt. Batteries, cuff and wearing parts are not covered by this guarantee.
Manufacturer’s Declaration of the Product (Altogether 4 pages) Guidance and manufacturer´s declaration – electromagnetic emission – for all EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS Row 1 Guidance and manufacturer´s declaration – electromagnetic emission 2 The model BP3MX1-3C(WatchBP Home A BT) is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the model BP3MX1-3C(WatchBP Home A BT) should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Guidance and manufacturer's declaration – electromagnetic immunity – for all EQUIPMENT and SYSTEMS Guidance and manufacturer´s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Model BP3MX1-3C(WatchBP Home A BT) are intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Model BP3MX1-3C(WatchBP Home A BT) should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Guidance and MANUFACTURER’S declaration – electromagnetic IMMUNITY – for ME EQUIPMENT and ME SYSTEMS that are not LIFE-SUPPORTING Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The BP3MX1-3C(WatchBP Home A BT) is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the BP3MX1-3C(WatchBP Home A BT) should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the EQUIPMENT or SYSTEM for EQUIPMENT and SYSTEMS that are not LIFE-SUPPORTING Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the model BP3MX1-3C(WatchBP Home A BT) The Model BP3MX1-3C(WatchBP Home A BT) is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.
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