User manual OMRON HEM-711

[. . . ] For specific information on your own blood pressure, CONTACT YOUR PHYSICIAN. NOTESTITLE ON SAFETY · The warning signs and the sample icons shown here are listed for you to use the product safely and correctly as well as to prevent the risk and the damage to you and others from happening. Warning sign Contents Indicates matters in which bodily harm or material damage* may arise as a result of incorrect handling. * Material damage refers to a wide range of damage involving your house, household goods, domestic animals, and pets. Examples of signs The icon indicates prohibitions (what you cannot do). [. . . ] After the Heart Symbol ( ) appears on the digital panel, press the Start button, and remain still until the measurement is complete. Air Tube Green Marker 8. When measurement is complete, the monitor displays your blood pressure and pulse rate, and automatically deflates the cuff. You may require more rest time between readings depending on your individual physiological characteristics. Carrying Case 6 7 BATTERY INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT TITLE 1. Slide the battery cover off in the direction of the arrow. HOW TO APPLY THE ARM CUFF TITLE 1. If the cuff is assembled correctly, the hook material will be on the outside of the cuff loop and the metal D-ring will not touch your skin. If the cuff is not assembled, pass the end of the cuff furthest from the tubing through the metal Dring to form a loop. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. AU ODEL H M IC TOL SYS LIC STO DIA E/ PULS 2. Install or replace 4 "AA" size batteries so the + (positive) and ­ (negative) polarities match the polarities of the battery compartment as indicated. Pile Side Material Sewn Hook Material 3. Replace the battery cover. D-Ring Notes: If the Low Battery Indicator ( ) appears on the display, replace all four batteries. Remove the batteries if the monitor will not be used for an extended period of time. 4. The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1/2" above the elbow. The Green Marker on the cuff should lie over the brachial artery on the inside of the arm. Tube should run down center of arm approximately even with middle finger. Bottom Edge 1/2 Inch Cuff Tube Green Marker 8 9 HOW TO APPLY THE ARM CUFF TITLE 5. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened evenly around your arm. When the cuff is positioned correctly, press the sewn hook material FIRMLY against the pile side of the cuff. Be sure there are no kinks in the air tubing. HOW TO TAKE A READING TITLE 1. Press the ON/OFF button. a) All display symbols appear for approximately one second. b) When the monitor becomes ready to measure, the Heart Symbol appears on the display. 2. Press the START button and remain still. As the cuff begins to inflate, the monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level. Because this monitor detects the pulse even during inflation, do not move your arm and remain still until the entire measurement completes. Initial LCD Test 3. Inflation stops automatically and measurement is started. As the cuff slowly deflates, decreasing numbers appear on the display and the Heart Symbol ( ) flashes at every heartbeat. In those cases, the monitor reinflates the cuff up to 30 mmHg higher than initial inflation and restarts the measurement. Ready to Measure Inflation started. 4. [. . . ] Should repair be needed within the warranty period, ship the unit prepaid to Omron Healthcare, Inc. , 300 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, Attn: Repair Dept. , together with $5. 00 for return shipping and insurance. Be sure to include the model number of your unit and your phone number on any correspondence. We will either repair or replace (at our option) free of charge any parts necessary to correct defects in the materials or workmanship. The warrantor expressly disclaims liability for incidental, special, or consequential damages of any nature. [. . . ]