Model 1140 Automatic Wrist Style Blood Pressure Monitor 2 Table of Contents Introduction ....................................................................3 Quick Reference............................................................4,5 Preliminary Remarks .......................................................6 How This Monitor Works ..................................................6 About Blood Pressure ......................................................7 Blood Pressure Standard .................................................8 Blood Pressure Fluctuation ..............................................9 Carrying Case................................................................10 Name/Function of Each Part.........................................11 Display Explanations .....................................................12 Installing Batteries ........................................................13 Applying the Cuff......................................................14,15 Correct Measuring Posture .......................................16,17 More Accurate Measurement by Using Step Valve Technology.................................................................18 Helpful Tips...................................................................19 Measurement Procedures .........................................20,21 Recalling Values from Memory..................................22,23 Time Adjustment ......................................................24,25 Troubleshooting.............................................................26 Cautionary Notes...........................................................27 Specifications................................................................28 Blood Pressure Log .......................................................29 Warranty Information................................................30,31 Introduction 3 Congratulations on your purchase of the new Lumiscope model 1140. This fully automatic, wrist style blood pressure monitor is both easy to use and ideally suited for daily measurements. The large display includes systolic, diastolic and pulse, all clearly shown at the completion of each reading. In addition, you can store up to 30 measurements per Memory Zone using your 1140's built-in memory, ideal for users who want to monitor and track their blood pressure on a regular basis. The 1140 is compact and portable, making it ideal for home use and travel. Blood pressure measurements determined with your 1140 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 A. Install Batteries Quick Reference Battery Type: 2 Alkaline (AAA) size See Page 13 B. Apply Cuff Apply cuff to left wrist with palm facing up See Pages 14,15 C. Correct Posture Place the wrist at heart level See Pages 16,17 D. Press POWER Key Wait until a "0" is shown on the LCD screen. See Page 20 Quick Reference E. Press START Key Remain still during measurement 5 See Page 20 F. Store values in Memory Press " " key to select Memory Zone 1 or 2, then press the Memory key to store the measured values in the selected Memory Zone. Your new model 1140 stores a maximum of 30 measured values per Memory Zone. See Page 22 G. Recall Memory Use " " key to select a Memory Zone, then press RECALL key to recall prior measured values from that Memory Zone. See Page 23 6 How the 1140 Works Your model 1140 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 wrist cuff, your 1140 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 1140 will determine the systolic and diastolic pressures for you, and your pulse rate is detected at the same time. About Blood Pressure What is Blood Pressure? 7 Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the artery tube while blood flows through the arteries. The pressure measured when the heart contracts and sends blood out of the heart is systolic (highest). 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 modern people, 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 of identifying those at risk. 8 Blood Pressure Standard The World Health Organization (WHO) has developed a blood pressure standard, according to which areas of lowand high-risk blood pressure are identified. This standard, however, is a general guideline and blood pressures vary between different people, age groups, etc. It is important that you consult with your physician regularly. Your physician will tell you your normal blood pressure range as well as the point at which you will be considered at risk. Blood Pressure Fluctuation Blood pressure fluctuates all the time! 9 You should not be overly worried if you encounter two or three measurements at high levels. Blood pressure changes over the month and even throughout the day. It is also influenced by season and temperature. 10 Carrying Case: Carrying Case Please store the blood pressure monitor in the carrying case as shown below: Name/Function of Each Part Monitor: LCD Display Battery Cover UserSwitching or Time-Setting Key Wrist Cuff 11 Recall Key Memory Key Power Key Start Key Accessories: 2 "AAA" size, 1.5V Alkaline batteries 12 Display: Month Date Hour Display Explanation Minute Systolic Pressure Diastolic Pressure Pulse Rate Symbol: Appears when measurement value is stored in memory zone 1 or is recalled from memory zone 1 Appears when measurement value is stored in memory zone 2 or is recalled from memory zone 2 Appears when batteries should be replaced Memory Symbol 1 Memory Symbol 2 Weak Battery Mark Pulse Mark Shows the pulse rate per minute Occurs when a mistake was made during measurement Error Mark Installing Batteries 1. Slide battery cover off. 2. Install lower battery first. Ensure correct polarity. Battery Type: 2 Alkaline `AAA' size 3. Replace the cover. Replace the batteries if: 1. The weak battery mark appears in the display 2. Nothing appears in the display when the power is switched on. 13 Remove batteries when unit is not in use for extended periods of time. Note: Batteries are hazardous waste. Do not dispose together with household garbage. 14 1. Remove all watches, jewelry, etc. prior to attaching the wrist monitor. Clothing sleeves should be rolled up and the cuff should be wrapped on bare skin for correct measurements. 2. Apply cuff to left wrist with palm facing up as Fig. A. 3. Make sure the edge of the cuff is about 1 cm from the palm as Fig. B. 4. In order to insure accurate measurements, fasten the velcro strap securely around your wrist so there is no extra space between the cuff and the wrist as Fig. C. Applying the Cuff Fig. A Fig. B 1 cm Fig. C Applying the Cuff If the cuff is not wrapped tight enough, the measurement values will be false. 5. The measurement values will be correct even if you wrap the cuff askew. 6. If your physician has diagnosed you with poor circulation on your left arm, carefully place the cuff around your right wrist as shown in Fig. D. 15 Fig. D 16 Correct Measuring Posture Fig. A 1. Place your elbow on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart as Fig. A. Note: Your heart is located 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 Fig. B completely still throughout the reading, use a soft object such as folded towel to support your arm as 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. Correct Measuring Posture 17 Avoid leaning back while the measurement is being taken as Fig. C. (X) Fig. C 18 More Accurate by Using Step Valve Technology The new Lumiscope 1140 Blood Pressure Monitor incorporates cutting-edge Step Valve Technology, resulting in greater measurement accuracy. Step valve technology uses an electronic valve system as opposed to the traditional mechanical valve system, allowing the monitor to analyze oscillations during measurement and adjust cuff pressure accordingly. Adjustments in cuff pressure occur in steps and result in an audible ticking as the valve releases air from within the cuff. Releasing pressure in steps allows the monitor to analyze oscillations within the cuff and evaluate them for accuracy. When the monitor does not detect oscillations for a particular step, it releases air pressure. If the monitor detects oscillations, it will continue to evaluate at that particular step until it confirms the accuracy of those oscillations. The monitor's ability to detect and analyze oscillations at each step and adjust cuff pressure accordingly results in the monitor's increased measurement accuracy. Helpful Tips 19 Here are a few helpful tips to help you obtain more accurate readings: · Do not measure your blood pressure immediately after consuming a large meal. To obtain more accurate readings, please wait one hour before measuring. · Do not smoke or drink alcohol before measuring your blood pressure. · You should not be physically tired or exhausted while taking a measurement. · It is important that you relax during measurement.Take a 15-minute rest before taking a reading. · Do not take measurements if you are under stress or under tension. · Take your blood pressure at normal body temperature. If you are feeling cold or hot, wait a while before taking a measurement. · If the monitor is stored at very low temperature (near freezing), have it placed at a warm location for at least one hour before using it. · Wait about 5 minutes before taking the next pressure measurement. 20 Measurement Procedure 1. Place the cuff on the wrist. Press the POWER key. All digits will light up, checking the display functions. The checking procedure will complete after about 2 seconds. 2. After all symbols appear, the display will show a "0". At this time, the monitor is ready to measure. 3. Press the START key. Once the monitor inflates the cuff to approximately 180 mmHg, measurement will begin. 4. When the measurement is completed, systolic, diastolic and pulse will be shown simultaneously on the LCD screen. ...