User manual OMRON M6

[. . . ] Optional Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 7. Storage and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 8. Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 9. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 23 2 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 3 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM Introduction The OMRON M6 is a compact, fully automatic blood pressure monitor, operating on the oscillometric principle. [. . . ] Insert the air plug into the air jack (on the left side of the device). Air plug EN Air jack The cuff must be fully deflated when it is inserted into the air jack. 11 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 12 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM 4. Using the Monitor 3. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm on a table so that the cuff will be at the same level as your heart. 4. Put your arm through the cuff loop. Bottom Edge 1 to 2 cm Marker Air tube The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1 to 2 cm above the elbow. Apply the cuff to your upper arm so that the coloured marker is centred on the middle of your inner arm and points down the inside of the arm. The air tube should run down the inside of your forearm and be in line with your middle finger. 12 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 13 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM 4. Using the Monitor 5. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened evenly around your arm. 6. When the cuff is positioned correctly, close the fabric fastener FIRMLY. Notes: • Make certain the cuff fits snugly around your arm. You should be able to fit your index finger between the cuff and your arm easily, so you can pull the cuff off and on. Taking measurements on the right arm Please note the following points when applying the cuff to your right arm. Notes: • Be careful not to rest your arm on the air tube, or otherwise restrict the flow of air to the cuff. • Apply the arm cuff so that no part of the cuff is positioned over the elbow joint. The cuff should be 1 to 2 cm above the elbow. EN 13 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 14 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM 4. Using the Monitor 4. 2 Taking a Reading to inflate automatically. 1. Press the O/I START button and remain still, the cuff will start As the cuff begins to inflate, the monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level. Note: Do not inflate the cuff if it is not wrapped around your arm. 2. As the cuff slowly deflates, decreasing numbers appear on the display and the Heartbeat display flashes at every heartbeat. In rare circumstances, the monitor might re-inflate the cuff to continue with the measurement. 3. When the measurement is complete, the arm cuff completely deflates and your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed. Note: The monitor automatically stores the blood pressure readings and pulse rate along with date and time of measurement in its memory. 14 HEM-7001-E_en. fm Page 15 Wednesday, July 14, 2004 3:22 PM 4. Using the Monitor 4. Note: If you forget to turn the monitor off, it will automatically shut itself off after five minutes. Important: • Wait 2-3 minutes before taking another blood pressure measurement. Waiting between readings allows the arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood pressure measurement. • If you move during measurement, the movement display ( ) may appear. [. . . ] Both pressure readings, the Systolic and Diastolic, are necessary to enable a doctor to evaluate the status of a patient's blood pressure. Having your blood pressure measured by a doctor can cause anxiety which is itself a cause of high blood pressure. As a variety of conditions affect blood pressure, a single measurement may not be sufficient for an accurate diagnosis. Many factors such as physical activity, anxiety, or the time of day, can influence your blood pressure. [. . . ]