Omron BP7100 3-Series Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor Guide

Omron BP7100 3-Series Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor Guide

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the OMRON BP7100 Blood Pressure Monitor. This new blood pressure monitor uses the oscillometric method of blood pressure measurement. This means this monitor detects your blood movement through your brachial artery and converts the movements into a digital reading.

Safety Instructions
This instruction manual provides you with important information about the OMRON BP7100 Blood Pressure Monitor. To ensure the safe and proper use of this monitor, READ and UNDERSTAND all of these instructions. If you do not understand these instructions or have any questions, contact 1-800-634-4350 before attempting to use this monitor. For specific information about your blood pressure, consult with your physician.

Intended Use
This device is a digital monitor intended for use in measuring blood pressure and pulse rate in the adult patient population. The device detects the appearance of irregular heartbeats during measurement and gives a warning signal with readings. Environments of Use: Home Patient Population: Adult Receiving and Inspection Remove this monitor from the packaging and inspect for damage. If this monitor is damaged, DO NOT USE and contact 1-800-634-4350. Symbols Glossary For symbol information, visit: OmronHealthcare.com/symbols-glossary.

Important Safety Information

Please read the Important Safety Information in this instruction manual before using this monitor. Please follow this instruction manual thoroughly for your safety. Please keep it for future reference. For specific information about your blood pressure, CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN.

• DO NOT use this monitor on infants, toddlers, children, or persons who cannot express themselves.
• DO NOT adjust medication based on readings from this blood pressure monitor. Take medication as prescribed by your physician. ONLY a physician is qualified to diagnose and treat high blood pressure.
• DO NOT use this monitor on an injured arm or an arm under medical treatment.
• DO NOT apply the arm cuff on your arm while on an intravenous drip or blood transfusion.
• DO NOT use this monitor in areas containing high-frequency (HF) surgical equipment, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment, computerized tomography (CT) scanners, or in oxygen-rich environments. This may result in incorrect operation of the monitor and/or cause an inaccurate reading.
• Consult with your physician before using this monitor if you have common arrhythmias such as atrial or ventricular premature beats or atrial fibrillation; arterial sclerosis; poor perfusion; diabetes; pregnancy; pre-eclampsia or renal disease. NOTE that any of these conditions in addition to patient motion, trembling, or shivering may affect the measurement reading.
• NEVER diagnose or treat yourself based on your readings. ALWAYS consult with your physician.
• To help avoid strangulation, keep the air tube away from infants, toddlers, or children.
• This product contains small parts that may cause a choking hazard if swallowed by infants, toddlers, or children.

Battery Handling and Usage

• Keep batteries out of the reach of infants, toddlers, or children.
• Stop using this monitor and consult with your physician if you experience skin irritation or discomfort.
• Consult with your physician before using this monitor on an arm where intravascular access or therapy, or an arteriovenous (A-V) shunt, is present because of temporary interference to blood flow which could result in injury.
• Consult with your physician before using this monitor if you have had a mastectomy.
• Consult with your physician before using this monitor if you have severe blood flow problems or blood disorders as cuff inflation can cause bruising.
• DO NOT take measurements more often than necessary because bruising, due to blood flow interference, may occur.
• ONLY inflate the arm cuff when it is applied to your upper arm.
• Remove the arm cuff if it does not start deflating during a measurement.
• DO NOT use this monitor for any purpose other than measuring blood pressure.
• Do not use a mobile phone or other devices that emit electromagnetic fields, near the monitor. This may result in incorrect operation of the monitor.
• DO NOT disassemble or attempt to repair this monitor or other components. This may cause an inaccurate reading.
• DO NOT use in a location where there is moisture or a risk of water splashing this monitor. This may damage this monitor.
• DO NOT use this monitor in a moving vehicle such as in a car.
• DO NOT drop or subject this monitor to strong shocks or vibrations.
• DO NOT use this monitor in places with high or low humidity or high or low temperatures. Refer to section 5.
• Ensure this monitor is not impairing blood circulation by observing the arm while measurement is occurring.

Battery Handling and Usage

• DO NOT insert batteries with their polarities incorrectly aligned.
• ONLY use 4 “AA” alkaline or manganese batteries with this monitor. DO NOT use other types of batteries. DO NOT use new and used batteries together.
• Remove batteries if this monitor will not be used for a long period.
• If battery fluid should get in your eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water. Consult with your physician immediately.
• If battery fluid should get on your skin, wash your skin immediately with plenty of clean, lukewarm water. If irritation, injury or pain persists, consult with your physician.
• DO NOT use batteries after their expiration date.
• Periodically check batteries to ensure they are in good working condition.

Know Your Monitor

Contents:
Monitor, arm cuff, instruction manual, quick start guide.

Monitor:

• A. Display
• B. START/STOP button
• C. Memory button
• D. Battery compartment
• E. Air jack

Arm cuff

• F. Arm cuff (Arm circumference 9″ – 17″ (22 – 42 cm))
• G. Air plug
• H. Air tube

Display:

• I. Memory symbol
• J. Systolic blood pressure
• K. Diastolic blood pressure
• L. Low battery symbol
• M. Heartbeat symbol (Flashes during measurement.)
• N. Irregular heartbeat symbol
• O. Movement error symbol
• P. Pulse display / Memory number
• Q. Deflation symbol

Display symbols

Irregular Heartbeat Symbol (

When the monitor detects an irregular rhythm two or more times during the measurement, the irregular heartbeat symbol will appear on the display with the measurement values. An irregular heartbeat rhythm is defined as a rhythm that is 25% less or 25% more than the average rhythm detected while the monitor is measuring the systolic and diastolic blood pressure. If the irregular heartbeat symbol displays with your measurement results, we recommend you consult your physician. Follow the directions of your physician.

Movement Error Symbol ( )
The movement error symbol is displayed if you move your body during the measurement. Please remove the arm cuff, and wait 2 – 3 minutes. Take another measurement, and remain still during the measurement.

Classification of BP (Blood Pressure)
ACC/AHA 2017 Hypertension guidelines define categories of BP in adults as below.

Categories of BP in Adults

* Individuals with Systolic BP and Diastolic BP in 2 categories should be designated to the higher BP category. BP indicates blood pressure (based on an average of ≥ 2 careful readings obtained on ≥ 2 occasions). Source: ACC/AHA 2017 High Blood Pressure Clinical Practice Guideline

Blood Pressure Measurement Tips

To help ensure an accurate reading, follow these directions:

• Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during stressful times.
• Measurements should be taken in a quiet place.
• It is important to take measurements at the same time each day. Taking measurements in the morning and the evening is recommended.
• Remember to have a record of your blood pressure and pulse readings for your physician. A single measurement does not provide an accurate indication of your true blood pressure. You need to take and record several readings over some time.

Caution

• Avoid bathing, drinking alcohol or caffeine, smoking, exercising, and eating for at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement.
• Rest for at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement.

Preparation

Battery Installation

1. Remove the battery cover.
   
2. Insert 4 “AA” batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.

Notes:

• When the low battery symbol ( ) appears on the display, turn the monitor off, then replace all batteries at the same time. Long-life alkaline batteries are recommended.
• The measurement values continue to be stored in memory even after the batteries are replaced.
• Disposal of used batteries should be carried out by local regulations.

Using the Monitor

Applying the Arm Cuff

1. Insert the air plug into the air jack securely.
   
2. Wrap the arm cuff firmly in place around your left upper arm.
   The bottom edge of the arm cuff should be 0.5 inches (1 to 2 cm) above the elbow. The air tube is on the inside of your arm and aligned with your middle finger.
3. Secure closed with the fabric fastener.

Notes:

• When you measure the right arm, the air tube will be at the side of your elbow. Be careful not to rest your arm on the air tube.
• The blood pressure can differ between the right arm and the left arm, and the measured blood pressure values can be different. OMRON recommends always using the same arm for measurement. If the values between both arms differ substantially, please check with your physician which arm to use for your measurements.

How to Sit Correctly

To take a measurement, you need to be relaxed and comfortably seated, under comfortable room temperature. Avoid bathing, drinking alcohol or caffeine, smoking, exercising or eating 30 minutes before taking a measurement.

• Sit in a chair with your legs uncrossed and feet flat on the floor.
• Sit with your back and arm supported.
• The arm cuff should be placed on your arm at the same level as your heart, with the arm resting comfortably on a table.

Taking a Measurement
Notes:

• To stop the measurement, press the START/STOP button once to deflate the arm cuff.
• Remain still and quiet while taking a measurement.

Press the START/STOP button.
The arm cuff will start to inflate automatically

If your systolic pressure is more than 210 mmHg
After the arm cuff starts to inflate, press and hold the START/STOP button until the monitor inflates 30 to 40 mmHg higher than your expected systolic pressure.

Using the Memory Function

The monitor automatically stores the results up to 14 sets

Note:
If the memory is full, the monitor will delete the oldest value.

To View the Measurement Values Stored in Memory

1. Press the button. The Memory number appears for a second before the pulse rate is displayed. The newest set is numbered “1”.
   
2. Press the button repeatedly to view the values stored in memory

To Delete All the Values Stored in Memory

1. Press th e button, while the memory symbol appears.
   
2. While holding the button down, press the START/STOP button for more than 3 seconds.
   Note: You cannot partially delete the values stored in memory.

Error Messages and Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Error Display	Cause	Solution
	Irregular heartbeats are detected.	Remove the arm cuff. Wait 2 – 3 minutes and then take another measurement. Repeat the steps in section 3.3. If this error continues to appear, contact your physician.
	Movement during measurement.	Carefully read and repeat the steps in section 3.3.
	The batteries are low.	You should replace the batteries with new ones ahead of time. Refer to section 2.1.
	The batteries are exhausted.	You should replace the batteries with new ones at once. Refer to section 2.1.
	Air plug disconnected.	Insert the plug securely. Refer to section 3.1.
	Arm cuff is applied too loosely.	Apply the arm cuff tighter. Refer to section 3.1.
	Air is leaking from the arm cuff.	Replace the arm cuff with a new one. Refer to section 5.5.

Error Display	Cause	Solution
	Movement during measurement and the arm cuff has not been inflated sufficiently.	Repeat measurement. Remain still and do not talk during measurement. Refer to section 3.3.
		If “E2” appears repeatedly, inflate the arm cuff manually until it is 30 to 40 mmHg above your previous measurement result. Refer to section 3.3.
	The arm cuff was inflated exceeding the maximum allowable pressure, and then deflated automatically when inflating the arm cuff manually.	Do not touch the arm cuff and/or bend the air tube while taking a measurement. Do not inflate the arm cuff more than necessary. Refer to section 3.3.
	Movement during measurement.	Repeat measurement. Remain still and do not talk during measurement. Refer to section 3.3.
	Clothing is interfering with the arm cuff.	Remove any clothing interfering with the arm cuff. Refer to section 3.1.
	Device error.	Contact Customer Service.

Troubleshooting

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