Model 1134 AccuRead Blood Pressure Monitor & Clock User Manual Distributed by: The Lumiscope Co., Inc www.lumiscope.net Repair Department: 1-800-672-8293 Made and Printed In China 2 Table of Contents Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the new Lumiscope model 1134. This fully-automatic, blood pressure monitor is both easy-to-use and ideally suited for daily measurements. The large display includes systolic blood pressure reading, diastolic blood pressure reading and the pulse rate, all clearly shown at the completion of each reading. 3 Introduction .................................................................... 3 How This Monitor Works.................................................. 4 About Blood Pressure ..................................................... 5 Parts Identification ......................................................... 6 Unit Display Symbols ...................................................... 7 Unit Display Explanation ................................................. 8 Features .......................................................................... 9 Installing the Batteries .................................................. 10 Correct Measuring Posture ............................................ 11 Applying the Cuff .................................................... 12, 13 Measurement Procedures.............................................. 14 WHO Lighted Indicator .................................................. 15 Irregular Heartbeat Detection ........................................ 16 Heartbeat Readings ...................................................... 17 Memory Recall .............................................................. 18 Average Recall ............................................................... 19 Clock Settings ......................................................... 20, 21 Maintaining & Storing Unit ............................................ 22 Troubleshooting ............................................................ 23 Specifications ............................................................... 24 Warranty ....................................................................... 25 You can store up to 99 measurements in each of the unit's 4 memory zones, ideal for users who want to monitor and track their blood pressure on a regular basis. The 1134 is compact and portable, making it perfect for home use and travel. Blood pressure measurements determined with your 1134 are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using cuff/stethoscope auscultation method, within the limits prescribed by the American National Standard, Electronic or Automated Sphygmomanometers. Please read this manual carefully before use. For specific information on your own blood pressure, contact your physician. Please be sure to keep this manual. 4 How the 1134 Works About Blood Pressure What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the artery 5 Your model 1134 uses the oscillometric method to detect your blood pressure. Before the cuff starts inflating, the device will establish a baseline cuff pressure, which is equivalent to the air pressure. The measurement of your blood pressure is based on this baseline pressure. After the cuff inflates to block your blood in the artery, the deflation process starts. During the deflation of the cuff, the monitor is detecting the pressure oscillations generated by the beat-to-beat pulsatile. Any muscle movement during this period of time will cause measurement error. After detecting the amplitude and the slope of the pressure oscillations during the deflation process, your 1134 will determine the systolic and diastolic pressures for you; and your pulse rate is detected at the same time. tube while blood flows through the arteries. The pressure measured when the heart contracts and sends blood out of the heart is systolic (highest) blood pressure. The pressure measured when the heart dilates with blood flowing back into the heart is called diastolic (lowest) blood pressure. Why Measure Your Blood Pressure? Among the various health problems afflicting people today, problems associated with high blood pressure are by far the most common. High blood pressure's dangerously strong correlation with cardiovascular disease has made measuring blood pressure a necessity for identifying those at risk. 6 Parts Identification Unit Display Symbols Display Symbols Date/ Time KPa 7 AVG Systolic Pressure 1 2 3 Start/Power Memory Zone Select Average Selection Memory Select WHO Indicator Pre-formed Cuff Air Tube USB Plug /PC Link Cuff Plug Outlet AC Adaptor Outlet Diastolic Pressure 4 Pulse Value 8 Unit Display Explanation User 1-4: Appears when the unit is being operated by User 1 through User 4. Low Battery Indicator: Appears when the batteries are low or need replacement. Pulse Symbol: Shows the pulse rate per minute. KPa Features Functional · One touch operation · Large LCD display · Irregular Heartbeat Detector: This unit can detect a 9 Display Explanations disturbance in the regular rhythm of the heartbeat, which may cause or indicate cardiovascular disease. · Automatically determines the ideal air pressure for the cuff inflation. · 4-person memory zones with 99-readings each. · 2 Modes: Blood Pressure Mode & Clock Mode. · 4 Alarm Clock settings. · 5-Mode Average Function: Sets the average for up to 99 readings for each zone by hour, day, week, month and overall. · WHO Indicator: Shows 6 different light signs to indicate your state of health based on the World Health Organization guidelines. · Auto shut-off: Unit automatically turns off in 3 minutes; power saving. · Operated by 4 "AA" batteries or AC/DC adapter. Note: This unit also offers PC-LINK software. If you order this function, you will receive a separate package including a CD and a connection line with a USB plug. You may order this accessory at our website www.lumiscope.net. Kilopascal: Measures the amount of air pressure that is being inflated into the pre-formed cuff. Memory Average: Shows the average values for an hour, a day, a week, a month and all readings in the Memory Zone. Memory Recall: Shows the past readings. (1~99 readings available) Memory : Holds the memory reads for User 1 through User 4, for up to 99 readings each. Irregular Heartbeat Detector: Indicates when an irregular heartbeat is detected. WHO Light Indicator: Displays six different light signs of Blood Pressure readings against the guidelines set by the World Health Organization. (See Pg. 15) AVG If anyone of these error messages occur while taking your reading, please see the Troubleshooting section. (Pg 23) Fails to Inflate Deflates too fast or too slowly. A. Arm movement caused error in reading B. Interference signal around the BPM Incorrect measured result 10 Installing the Batteries Correct Measuring Posture 1. Place your elbow on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. (Fig. A.) Note: The level of your heart is slightly below your armpit. Relax your entire body, especially the area between your elbow and fingers. 2. If the cuff is not at the same level as your heart or if you can not keep your arm completely still throughout the reading, use a soft object such as a folded towel to support your arm. (Fig. B) Do not allow hard objects to come in contact with the wrist cuff. 3. Turn your palm upwards. 4. Sit upright in a chair, and take 5-6 deep breaths. Avoid leaning back or crossing your legs while the measurement is being taken. (Fig. C) 11 Fig. A 1. To insert the batteries A. Press down on the latch and lift the cover towards you to open the battery compartment. B. Insert 4 "AA" batteries as indicated. Make sure to match polarities (+, ­) on the batteries. C. Replace the battery cover by inserting the two hooks at the bottom into the slot, then push on the top area. Note: Please remove batteries when not in use for an extended period of time. Do not dispose batteries with household garbage. Fig. B 2. To Connect the AC/DC Adapter A. Plug the AC/DC adapter (6V 500mA), into the jack located at the bottom of this unit. (shown in the diagram). B. Use only the adapter included with this unit. Remove batteries when using the AC adapter for an extended period of time. (X) Fig. C Note: 12 To apply the cuff Applying the Cuff Applying the Cuff 13 A. Plug the end of the tubing on the cuff into the connector at the base of the monitor. 2~3 cm (0.8" ~ 1.2") Main Artery Left Arm D. To have a secure fit, pull the end of the cuff towards you, wrap it over, then press it for closure. If the Index line falls within the OK range, indicated at the edge of the cuff, this cuff is suitable for your use. If the Index line falls out of the OK range, you may need a cuff with larger circumference. This cuff fits arm sizes 9.2" - 18.2". B. Remove any clothing that restricts the upper left arm. Wrap the cuff around your upper left arm. The rubber tube should point in the direction of your hand. The bottom edge of the cuff should be 0.8" ~ 1.2" (2~3 cm) above your elbow with the tube positioned over the middle of your arm. Main Artery E. Position your arm so that the cuff is aligned at heart level, as shown in the diagram. ) over the main artery (on C. Position the artery mark ( the inside of your arm) in the upper arm. Main Artery Note: To locate the main artery, press two fingers approximately 1" (2cm) above the bend of your elbow on the inside of your left arm 14 Note: Measurement Procedures WHO Lighted Indicator Showing levels of Blood Pressure Reading 15 To start the measurement In order to get your correct measurement result and to avoid erroneous measurements you should be seated quietly, your arm, hand, and fingers should be still during measurement procedure. A. Push the "PAGE" button to select one of the four Memory Zones. Then push "POWER" twice. It will then display a "FLASHING 0". After a few moments the unit will automatically inflate displaying the increasing pressure reading. Standards for assessing high blood pressure, without regard to age, have been established by the World Health Organization (WHO), as shown in the chart as below. This unit offers 6-color light signs after user's measuring. From the light sign, it will help users to find out their health situation. Different levels show the corresponding light color. Example: If your Blood Pressure reading is 122/75, then light sign will indicate the color Blue Green which means your reading is Normal ON/OFF Memory Zone Power Flashing 0 Pressure Reading Blood Pressure Reading Light Sign Indicator B. After the unit reaches its desired pressure, the cuff will slowly deflate. During deflation, the unit will beep. Once the cuff has been fully deflated, your blood pressure measurement will be displayed on the LCD screen. · Optimal ­ Blue · Normal ­ Sky Blue · High-Normal ­ Green 180 · Grade 1 Hypertension -- Purple · Grade 2 Hypertension -- Yellow · Grade 3 Hypertension -- Red Grade 3 hypertenslon (severe) (Red) Systolic Pressure mmHg Grade 2 hypertenslon (moderate) (Yellow) 160 Grade 1 hypertenslon (mlld) (Purple) 140 Hlgh-normal (Green) 130 120 (Sky Blue) Normal Maximum Pressure Reading Pressure Deflating Blood Pressure Reading Optlmal (Blue) 90 100 80 85 Diastolic Pressure mmHg 110 16 Irregular Heartbeat Dectection Heartbeat Readings Regular Heartbeat reading but below normal 17 An irregular heartbeat may cause or indicate cardiovascular disease. This unit has a unique function that alerts the user to the presence of an irregular heartbeat. When taking your blood pressure reading, if your reading displays a value below 60 beats/sec, then the unit will display the Pulse Value and "LO" symbols alternately. Example: (58/LO) Irregular Heartbeat reading When taking your blood pressure reading, If you are experiencing an irregular heartbeat the unit will display the Pulse Value and "IH" symbols alternately. Example: (90/IH) Regular Heartbeat reading but above normal When taking your Blood Pressure reading, if your reading displays a value above 100 beats/sec, then the unit will display the Pulse Value and "HI" symbols alternately. Example: (102/HI) Note: It is advised that you consult your physician if the irregular heartbeat symbol "IH" appears often. 18 Memory Recall Average Recall 19 To see the previously measured values A. Push the "PAGE" button to select one of the four Memory Zones. B. Once one of the four Memory Zones has been selected, push the "MEMO" button twice. The first blood pressure reading will be displayed. C. To view additional readings, push the "MEMO" button successively to go through the various readings. (1~99) This unique monitor automatically offers a set of five average values: (Hour, Day, Week, Month and All). It offers you or your doctor an easy way to find out the cariation in Systolic, Diastolic and Pul ...