User manual CITIZEN CH-432BS

[. . . ] Measure your blood pressure where the room temperature is around 20°C. DO NOT measure your blood pressure when it is too cold (below 10°C) or too hot (above 40°C) in the room. DO NOT try to measure your blood pressure immediately after drinking coffee or tea or after smoking. Keep the center of the cuff at the level of your heart and DO NOT move your arm or talk. 2. [. . . ] Avoid using the device in high electromagnetic environment. Warning - Eng 6 - PRECAUTIONS FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE Nature and frequency of maintenance: This product is designed for use over an extended period of time; however, it is generally recommended that it be inspected every two years to ensure proper function and performance. Protect the nature environment: English Please help to protect natural environment by respecting national and/or local recycling regulations when disposing of the battery and the product at the end of their useful live. WEEE MARK If you want to dispose this product, do not mix with general household waste. There is a separate collection systems for used electronics products in accordance with legislation under the WEEE Directive (Directive 2002/96/EC) and is effective only within European Union. Reference European standard: The blood pressure measuring device corresponds to regulation EN60601-1-2. Calibration: The blood pressure measuring device is generally recommended to have the monitor inspected every two years to ensure correct functioning and accuracy. Please contact a distributor. Name : Address : CITIZEN SYSTEMS(H. K. ) LIMITED FLAT A-B, 4TH FLOOR, HUNG MOU INDUSTRIAL BUILDING, 62 HUNG TO ROAD, KWUN TONG, KOWLOON, HONG KONG European Representative: Name : Address : WvW electronishe Geräte Vertrieb GmbH Fintelmannstraße 20/Eingang, Martin-Heydert-Straße, D-14109 Berlin, Germany - Eng 7 - IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Component names <Main Unit> Systolic blood pressure display Diastolic blood pressure/Pulse display English Air hose socket START/STOP Switch w Stand-by Pressurization setting switch (Inflation level selector) Pressurization setting indicator - Eng 8 - IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Battery cover <Cuff> Air hose Blue marker Air hose connector - Eng 9 - English LOADING THE BATTERIES (Batteries supplied with the unit should be loaded in compartment before you use the blood pressure monitor. ) 1 English Open the cover of battery compartment. Pressing the hook down, pull the cover toward you to open. 4 "AA" batteries Hook Battery compartment Battery cover * If the Blood pressure monitor is left unused for an extended period of time, the batteries should be removed from the compartment. Lug (projecting section) 2 Place batteries in the compartment. Put the batteries paying attention to the positive and negative terminal symbols and . - Eng 10 - LOADING THE BATTERIES 3 Close the battery cover. Fit the lugs (projections) at the recesses. REMOVING THE BATTERIES · When the icon is displayed or nothing appears in the display, replace the old batteries with four new ones. · The memory is erased if the batteries are removed for replacement. It is recommended to make note of the data stored in memory prior to changing batteries. · When disposing of used batteries, comply with governmental regulations or environmental public institution's rules that apply in your country/area. - Eng 11 - English Fitting the lugs of the cover at the mating recesses of the battery compartment body, push the hook to close the cover. USING AC ADAPTER (OPTION) Using the optional dedicated AC adapter (model: AC-230CZ) for the CITIZEN blood pressure monitor (CH-432BS) allows you to measure your blood pressure without having to worry about the amount of remaining charge in the batteries. 1 English AC adapter socket Insert the AC adapter plug into the socket on the blood pressure monitor. Plug the AC adapter into a mains power outlet. 2 AC adapter plug · If you plan to use the AC adapter for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. If the batteries are left in the compartment, electrolyte may leak from the batteries and cause a fault in the blood pressure monitor. · If the AC adapter is used as the only power supply for the monitor, unplugging the AC adapter will erase the data stored in the monitor's memory. · When only batteries are used to supply power to the monitor, the AC adapter should be unplugged from the monitor. Leaving the AC adapter plugged into the blood pressure monitor could cause a malfunction. The dedicated AC adapter (model: AC-230CZ) for the CH-432BS is optional. Air hose connector English 3 Set the pressurization setting value The setting value should be at least 30mmHg higher than the normal systolic blood pressure value. If your systolic blood pressure value around 130mmHg, for example, set to 160. * Use the pressurization setting switch to select the pressurization setting, from 130, 160, 200 or 250mmHg. * The pressurization setting indicator (the red mark) changes to match the movement of the pressurization setting switch. Pressurization setting indicator Red mark Pressurization setting switch Caution Do not set a higher value than necessary. An excessively high setting could cause conditions such as congestion and swelling. - Eng 16 - MEASURING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 4 5 * Place the cuff at the height of the heart. Press the START/STOP switch (the yellow switch). English If the pressurization value exceeds 280mmHg, if pressurization feels abnormal, or if you want to stop the measurement process, press the START/STOP switch again. 1 The measurement is displayed for approximately two seconds. * lights during the first measurement performed after the battery is replaced. 2 The cuff is pressurized according to the chosen pressurization setting value. * If the unit judges that pressurization is insufficient, it automatically repressurizes to the next higher pressurization value. If it is still insufficient, "Err 1" is displayed and measurement is cancelled. Reset the pressurization setting value according to step 3, then press the START/STOP switch again. - Eng 17 - MEASURING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 3 Once pressurization is complete, lights and there is a pause before measurement begins automatically. 4 flashes each time a pulse is counted, and the pressure value is displayed on the diastolic blood pressure display. [. . . ] You should measure your blood pressure at the same time each day and record the variations in your blood pressure. Q A English Q A Always consult your physician for an interpretation of your blood pressure readings and to determine the proper treatment. - Eng 22 - BEFORE REQUESTING REPAIRS OR TESTING Make sure to check the following before sending your blood pressure monitor away to be tested or repaired. Problem Checks Response Display stays blank when you press the "START/ STOP" switch. Check whether the batteries are dead. Check whether the batteries are installed the right way round ( and oriented correctly). Replace all the batteries with new ones. No measurements can be taken. Check whether the measurement icon displayed. is Attach the arm cuff properly. Check whether the arm cuff is applied correctly. Measure your blood pressure again, making sure to remain still. Note that blood pressure measurement may not be possible for someone with an extremely weak pulse or cardiac arrhythmia (irregular pulse). Your blood pressure readings are abnormally high or low compared with those taken in hospital. [. . . ]