User manual CITIZEN CH-453

[. . . ] If you feel the need to urinate, do so before measuring your blood pressure. 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. [. . . ] 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. Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of used Batteries. The symbol in this information sheet means that used batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points. For more information about collection and recycling of batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Pb Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard used batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Note for the battery symbol. The symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. 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 JAPAN CO. , LTD. 6-1-12, Tanashi-cho, Nishi-Tokyo-shi, Tokyo 188-8511, Japan European Representative: Name : Address : WvW electronishe Geräte Vertrieb GmbH Fintelmannstraße 20/Eingang, Martin-Heydert-Straße, D-14109 Berlin, Germany · For technical data, please contact our European Representative - Eng 7 - IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Component names <Main Unit> Display* MEMORY Switch English Air hose socket START/STOP Switch a Stand-by *See page 9 for the display icons. Battery cover - Eng 8 - IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS <Cuff> English Pulse display Irregular Heartbeat (IHB) Indicator* Air hose Blue marker Metal hoop Air hose connector <Display> Battery icon Systolic blood pressure display Diastolic blood pressure display Memory icon Body Movement Indicator* * See page 15 for the Body Movement Indicator and Irregular Heartbeat (IHB) Indicator. - Eng 9 - LOADING THE BATTERIES (Batteries supplied with the unit should be loaded in compartment before you use the blood pressure monitor. ) English 1 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 Lug (projecting section) * If the Blood pressure monitor is left unused for an extended period of time, the batteries should be removed from the compartment. 2 Place batteries in the compartment. Put the batteries paying attention to the positive and negative terminal symbols m and , . - Eng 10 - LOADING THE BATTERIES 3 Close the battery cover. Fitting the lugs of the cover at the mating recesses of the battery compartment body, push the hook to close the 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. · Do not use alkaline (LR6) and manganese (R6P) batteries together. The Body Movement Indicator is displayed on the measurement results display if you move your hand or arm during measurement, causing a substantial pressure change to be detected. · If the Body Movement Indicator is displayed, measure your blood pressure again. If an irregular heartbeat is detected during measurement, the Irregular Heartbeat (IHB) Indicator is displayed after measurement is completed. · Measurement may not be correct if your heartbeat fluctuates greatly during measurement. If the Irregular Heartbeat (IHB) Indicator is displayed, measure your blood pressure again. Caution If the Irregular Heartbeat (IHB) Indicator appears frequently, you are advised to consult a doctor about your health condition. - Eng 15 - English MEASURING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 5 Finishing measurement. English START/STOP Switch · Press the "START/STOP" switch to turn the monitor off. * When you want to stop measurement, press the "START/STOP" switch. The cuff is deflated and measurement stops. [Manual pressurization] · If your systolic blood pressure is expected to exceed 200mmHg, use Manual Pressurization when taking a measurement. · Keep "START/STOP" switch held pressed until the pressure value you want to stop pressurization is reached (approximately 40mmHg higher than the Systolic blood pressure). You can stop pressurization by the unit by releasing the switch at the aforementioned value is reached. The upper pressure limit is 280mmHg START/STOP Switch AUTOMATIC POWER OFF FEATURE · After taking the blood pressure measurement, pressing the "START/STOP" switch will turn the monitor off. However, if you do not press the switch, the monitor's Auto OFF function will automatically turn the monitor off after 3 minutes. - Eng 16 - TIPS FOR OBTAINING ACCURATE MEASUREMENTS English Your blood pressure varies according to your posture, the time of day and a range of other factors. Ideally, you should measure your blood pressure in the same posture at the same time every day. Taking measurements while sitting 1 Place your arm on a table or similar surface with your forearm extended. [. . . ] You should measure your blood pressure at the same time each day and record the variations in your blood pressure. A Q A 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 (m and , oriented correctly). Replace all the batteries with new ones. Load the batteries in the correct direction. No measurements can be taken. Check whether the measurement icon displayed. Attach the cuff properly. 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). [. . . ]