Instruction Manual
UPPER ARM
BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
Model BPM600XL
This manual and product are not meant to be a substitute for advice provided by
your doctor or other medical professional. You are not to use the information
contained herein, or this product for diagnosing or treating a health problem or
prescribing any medication. If you have or suspect that you have a medical
problem, promptly consult your healthcare provider.
The device is designed for non-invasive measurements and monitoring of adults’
arterial blood pressure. It measures human's systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood
pressure and heart rate on the arm by oscillometric measurement method.
The device is recommended for use by people over the age of 18 and is for home
use and not clinical use.
Blood Pressure Monitor Intended Use
*Attention!
To operate the device properly and get the best result from it, please read the
Instruction Manual thoroughly before you begin measuring and keep it carefully
so that you can access and consult it at any time.
Medical Disclaimer
1-1. What is blood pressure ?
1.
Having one's blood pressure measured by a doctor in a hospital or a clinic, and a
group health checks, tends to stimulate nervousness in the subject and may even
create high blood pressure, blood pressure also varies in accordance with a variety of
conditions and so judgment is not possible on the basis of a single measurement.
The blood pressure measured first thing in the morning after getting up, before taking
any food and with the subject still, is known as the fundamental blood pressure. In
practice it is rather difficult to record the fundamental blood pressure, but to come as
near as possible to measuring the blood pressure in an environment that is close to
this is why it is useful to take the measurement at home.
Blood pressure is a measurement of the force of blood flowing against the walls of
the arteries. Arterial blood pressure is constantly changing during the course of the
cardiac cycle. The highest pressure in the cycle is called the systolic blood pressure
and the lowest is the diastolic blood pressure. Both of pressure readings, the systolic
and the diastolic, are necessary to enable a physician to evaluate the status of a
patient's blood pressure. Many factors such as physical activity, anxiety or the time of
day can influence your blood pressure. Blood pressure is typically low in the morning
and increases from the afternoon to the evening. It is lower in the summer and higher
in the winter.
1-2. Why is it useful to measure blood pressure at home?
A. WHO blood pressure classifi cations
Standards for assessment of high or low
blood pressure without regard to age, have
been established by the World Health
Organization (WHO), as shown in the chart.
Optimal
Normal
High normal
Mild hypertension
Moderate hypertension
Severe hypertension
120 130
85
80
95
100
90
105
110
140 150 160 170 180
* Figure No.1
B. Variations in blood pressure
* Figure No.2
Individual blood pressures vary greatly
both on a daily and a seasonal basis.
These variations are even more pronounced in hypertense patients.
(Hypertense: means a person who has high blood pressure symptom.)
Normally the blood pressure rises while at work
and is at its lowest during sleeping period. The
graph below illustrated the variations in blood
pressure over a whole day with measurement
taken every five minutes. (The thick line
represents sleep. The rise in blood pressure at 4
PM <A in the graph> and 12 PM <B in the
graph> correspond to an attack of pain.)
● Please rest for at least 5 ~ 10 minutes before taking the measurement.
● To allow your blood vessels to return to the condition prior to taking the
measurement, please wait at least 3 ~ 5 minutes between measurements. You
may need to adjust the wait time according to your personal physiological situation.
● If you have one of the circulatory problems as arteriosclerosis, diabetes, liver
disease, kidney disease, severe hypertension, peripheral circulation......, please
consult your doctor or healthcare professional before using the devices.
● Blood pressure measurements should be interpreted by a physician or trained
health professional who is familiar with one's medical history. By using the unit
regularly and recording the results for the physician to interpret, one can keep
physician informed of the continuing trends in one's blood pressure.
● Wrap the cuff snugly around your arm, the cuff must be at the same level as your
heart.
● Do not move the unit during measurement, or accurate measurement can not be
achieved.
● Take measurement in a relaxed position without talking.
2. Important information before use of the unit
● Do not wrap the cuff over jacket / sweater sleeve, or measurement cannot be
done.
● Keep in mind that blood pressure naturally varies from time to time throughout
the day and is affected by lots of different factors such as smoking, alcohol
consumption, medication, and physical activities.
● Blood pressure measurements taken with the unit are equivalent to those
obtained by a trained observer using thecuff / stethoscope auscultation
method and are within the accuracy limits prescribed by the American National
Standard for Electronic or Automated Sphygmomanometers.
● Wait 30 ~ 45 minutes before measurement if you have just consumed
caffeinated beverages or smoked cigarettes.
When the low battery symbol appears on the display, please change the
batteries.
Replace all the batteries with new ones and do not mix new and old batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard
(carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(cadmium) batteries either. It may
shorten the battery life or cause the
device to malfunction.
Remove the battery cover at the back
of the unit and insert 4 pieces AA alkaline batteries into battery compartment.
Make sure the polarities “+” and “–“ ends are properly positioned.
4. Inserting/ Changing Batteries
* Figure No.3
3-1. Name of the parts
3. Device Description
3-2. Description of display symbols
* Figure No.4
HOUR: MINUTE
SYSTOLIC PRESSURE
BLOOD PRESSURE UNIT
DIASTOLIC PRESSURE
HEART RATE
PULSE SYMBOL
MONTH/ DATE
LOW BATTERY
MEASURING ERROR SYMBOL
MEMORY NUMBER
*Attention!
● Batteries are hazardous waste. Do not dispose them together with the
household garbage. Please take the used batteries to the recycling collection
point according to your local regulations.
● Keep the battery away from small children.
● To prolong the battery life and prevent damage caused by leakage, remove
the batteries from the device if the device is not to be used for a long period.
● Memories (if any) will not be deleted during battery replacement.
● After replacing the batteries, reset the date and time.
7. Maintenance
7-1. Clean the device body, case and the cuff carefully with a clean, soft and slightly
dampened cloth and then wipe them dry with another piece of dry cloth.
7-2. Do not use thinner, alcohol, petrol (gasoline) or any strong cleansers to clean.
7-3. Do not wash the cuff or make it wet, and never use chemical cleaner on it.
7-4. Do not in any way twist the cuff.
7-5. Make sure no water will enter the main unit.
7-6. When the unit is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries. (Leaking of
battery liquid can cause damage.)
7-7. Do not attempt to disassemble or change any parts of the monitor, including cuff.
7-8. If any suggestion or service is requested please consult your service station.
7-9. Do not place the item directly under the sunlight, in high temperature, or humid and
dusty places.
7-10. Do not store in extremely low (less than – 20 °C) or high (more than 70 °C)
temperature.
7-11. To avoid accidental strangulation, keep this product away from children and do not
drape tube around neck.
Model Number
Method of Measurement
Range of measurement
Accuracy
Inflation
Exhaust
Display
Dimension
Unit Weight
Sets of memory
Cuff size
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Power Supply
Battery Life
Auto Power Off
Accessories
BPM600XL
Oscillometric
Pressure 0 ~ 300 mmHg
Pulse 40 ~ 199 beats/minute
Pressure +/- 3 mmHg
Pulse +/- 5% Max
Automatic inflation (Air Pump)
Automatic exhaust valve
Liquid Crystal Display
10.5 x 15 x 7cm (L x W x H)
Approx. 355 g with batteries
3 databases of 40 memories each = total 120 sets
Arm circumference approx. 23 ~ 33 cm/ 9 ~ 13 inch
+10 °C to + 40 °C, less than 85% R.H.
- 20 °C to + 70 °C, less than 85% R.H.
"AA" (1.5 V) Alkaline battery x 4
About 6 months when used once a day
Whenever not used for 1 minute
4 pcs "AA" (1.5 V) battery, arm cuff with tube,
instruction manual, pouch.
These specifications are subject to change without notice for purpose of improvement.
9. Specifi cations
0197
This blood pressure monitor complies with the EC Directive and bears the CE
mark “CE0197”. This blood pressure monitor also complies with mainly
following standards,(included but not limited)
Safety standard:
EN 60601-1 Medical electrical equipment part 1: General requirements for safety
EMC standard:
EN 60601-1-2 Medical electrical equipment part 1-2: General requirements for safety- Collateral
standard: Electromagnetic compatibility- Requirements and tests
Performance standards:
EN 1060-1 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers - General requirements
EN 1060-3 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers - Supplementary requirements for
electromechanical blood pressure measuring systems.
EN 1060-4 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers - Test procedures to determine the overall
system accuracy of automated non-invasive sphygmomanometers.
Important /Note! Read the operating
instructions.
Consult instructions thoroughly before
use.
Classification:
- Internally powered equipment
- BF type applied part
- IPX0
- Not suitable for use in presence of
flammable anaesthetic mixture with
air or with Oxygen or nitrous oxide
- Continuous operation with short-time
loading
To avoid inaccurate results caused by
electromagnetic interference between
electrical and electronic equipments, do
not use the device near a cell phone or
microwave oven.
Discard the used product to the recycling
collection point according to local
regulations.
Authorized Representative in the
European Community
EMERGO EUROPE
Molenstraat 15, 2513 BH,
The Hague, The Netherlands
TEL : +31-70-3458570
FAX : +31-70-3467299
Manufacturer:
HEALTH & LIFE Co., Ltd.
9F, No. 186, Jian Yi Road,
Chung Ho City 235, Taipei, Taiwan
Distributor:
Sabre Nederland b.v.
Ellermanstraat 23
1099 BX Amsterdam the Netherlands
Note
● To ensure precise measurement
reading, recalibration of the device is
recommended after 2 years from the
date of purchase. Shipping plus
handling cost and recalibration service
fee shall be charged accordingly.
1. LCD DISPLAY
2. AIR PLUG
3. ARM CUFF
4. AIR JACK
5. CUFF TUBE
6. START/STOP BUTTON
7. RECALL MEMORY BUTTON
8. MODE BUTTON
9. SET BUTTON
10. UM-4(AA)1.5 V x 4
ALKALINE BATTERIES
*Caution!
Substitution of a component
different from that supplied
might result in measurement
error.
* Figure No.5
5. Attaching arm cuff
5-1. Press your brachial artery by two fingers approximately 1 inch
above the elbow on the inside of your left arm.
5-2. Determine where your strongest pulse is. Slide the end of arm
cuff furthest from the tube through the metal ring to a loop.
The smooth cloth should be on the inside of the cuff.
5-3. If the cuff is located correctly, the Velcro will be on the outside
of the cuff and metal ring will not touch your skin.
5-4. Put left arm through the cuff loop. The bottom of the cuff should
be approx. 0.5 inch above elbow. The cuff should lie over the
brachial artery on the inside of the arm.
5-5. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened
around your arm.
5-6. When the cuff is positioned properly, press the Velcro firmly
against the pile side of the cuff.
5-7. Sit on a chair and place your arm on the table so that the cuff is
at the same level as your heart.
5-8. Relax your arm and turn your arm upward.
5-9. Make sure there are no kinks in the air tube.
Elbow
Pile Side
Material
Smooth
Velcro
Metal ring
Bottom Edge
1/2 Inch(1.5cm)
Cuff Tube
Cuff T
6-1. Insert batteries in position:
6. How to Measure
A. Open battery cover.
B. Refer to the picture in positioning batteries.
C. All segments will appear on the display in 3 seconds.
6-2. Setting Date and Time:
A. Press "MODE" button ("month" starts flashing). Press "SET" button to set the
current month.
B. Press "MODE" button ("date" starts flashing). Press "SET" button to set current
date.
C. Press "MODE" button ("hour" starts flashing). Press "SET" button to set current
hour.
D. Press "MODE" button ("minute" starts flashing). Press "SET" button to set current
minute.
E. Press "MODE" button to save the settings.
6-3. Steps to take blood pressure measurement:
A. Press "SET" button to select a particular memory zone (1,2, or 3).
B. Press "START/STOP" button to start
measurement.
The monitor will automatically inflate to
the level that is right for you.
C. After inflation of the cuff, the pressure will slowly decrease and when a pulse is
detected, the HEART RATE SYMBOL will start flashing.
D. When the measurement is finished, the systolic pressure, diastolic pressure,
heart rate will be displayed for 1 minute.
E. The monitor will automatically shut off after 1 minute if without any operation.
c. Press "MEMORY" button. The latest measurement data will appear with the
number as well as the recording date and time. Data are recalled from the
latest measurement to the oldest.
d. Press "MEMORY" button to read the next measurement data.
e. To stop reading stored data, press "START/STOP" button.
6-4. Storing, recalling and erasing measurement data:
A. Storing data:
After each measurement, the systolic and diastolic pressure, heart rate with the
time and date will be automatically stored. The monitor features a 3 zone memory
capability. Each memory zone holds the last 40 measurements, replacing the
oldest data with new one.
B. Recalling data:
a. Press "SET" button to select memory zone.
b. Press "MEMORY" button to enter Memory Mode. The average of last 3
measurement data will first appear on the display.
C. Erasing data:
a. Press "SET" button to select the memory zone (1, 2 or 3), then press
"MEMORY" button.
b. Press and hold "MODE" and "SET" buttons simultaneously, all stored data,
including the average reading, in the selected memory zone will be erased.
c. To confirm the data has been erased, press "MEMORY" button, no data
(except month, date, time and memory zone number) should appear.
*Note!
● If there is no data in the selected memory zone, nothing (except month, date,
time and memory zone) will appear on the display.
● If there is 1 data in the selected memory zone , the measurement data will
appear on the display.
● If there are 2 data in the selected memory zone, the average of the 2 data will
appear on the display.
*Note!
When taking repeat measurements, make sure to select the same memory
zone so that the measurements are recorded in the appropriate memory.
*Note!
If the cuff does not stop inflating, remove the cuff at once.
Display mark Corrective action
Battery symbol
Measurements in progress.
Do not move or talk.
Replace all four batteries with new ones.
Insert the batteries in correct polarities.
Pulse
symbol
Flashes on the LCD when pulse is
detected during measurement.
Condition/Cause
Appears when the battery voltage is
excessively low.
Measuring
error symbol
Press "START/STOP" button again to re-measure.
Or check cuff if wrapped properly around the arm
and according to instructions. Check palm if exerting
effort. Check if there is movement during
measurement. Check if posture is correct.
Appears when the accurate blood
pressure could not be obtained.
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