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    Manual Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor Model M1 Plus • Instruction Manual • Mode d’emploi • Gebrauchsanweisung • Manuale di istruzioni • Manual de instrucciones • Gebruiksaanwijzing •            • Instrukcja • Kezelési Útmut ató EN FR DE IT ES NL RU I[...]

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    2 Content s Introduction ........ ......... .......... .......... ......... .......... .......... ......... ... 3 Important Safety Information ..... ................. ................ ............ 4 1. Overview ........ ......... .......... .......... ......... .......... .......... ......... ... 5 2. Preparation ............. .......... ..........[...]

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    3 EN Introduction Thank you for purchasing the OMRON M1 Plus Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monito r . The OMRON M1 Plus is a manual inflation blood pressure monitor , operating on the oscillometric principle. It measures your blood pressure and puls e rate simply and quickly . The unit also stores up to 21 measurement s in memory and calculates an avera[...]

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    4 Import ant Safety Information Consult your doc tor during pregnancy , arrhythmia and arteriosclerosis. Y ou should never change the dosage of m edication prescribed by your doctor . Use the M1 Plus on ly for yourself. Caution: • Do not leave the unit unattended with infants or persons who cannot express their cons ent. • Do not use the unit f[...]

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    5 1.Overvi ew EN 1. Overview Main unit A. Display B. SET button C. Air connector D. MEMORY button E. I/O button F . Battery compar tment B A C C E D F[...]

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    6 1.Overview Arm Cuff If air start s to le ak from the arm cuf f, please replace with a new one. (Refer to Chapter 7 “Optional Parts”) Inflation Bulb G . Arm cuff (Medium cuff: a rm circumference 22-32 cm) H. Air T ube I. Air Release Button J. Air T ube K. Air Inflation Bulb H G J K I[...]

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    7 1.Overvi ew EN Display Package content s L. Systolic blood pressure M. Diastolic blood pressure N. Memory symbol (Displayed when viewing values stored in memory) O. Average value symbol (Displayed when viewing average value for the la st three measurements) P . Buzzer symbol Q. Battery low symbol R. Heartbeat symbol 1. (Flashes during measur emen[...]

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    8 2.Preparation 2. Prep aration 2.1 Inst alling/Replacing the Batteries 1. T urn the main unit upside down. 2. Slide the batter y cover in the direction of the arrow while pressing the ribbed p art of the cover . 3. Install or replace four “ AA A ” size batteries so that the + (positive) and - (negative) polarities match the polarities indicate[...]

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    9 2.Prepara tion EN Battery Life & Replacement If the battery low symbol ( ) ap pears on the display , replace all four batteries at the same time. - When the battery low symbol ( ) start s to blink, you will still be able to use the unit for a short while. Y o u should replace the batteries with new ones ahead of time. - When the symbol ( ) re[...]

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    10 2.Preparation 2.2 Setting the Date and T ime Y our blood pressure m onitor au tomatically stores up to 21 measurements values, in cluding date and time of measurement, in its memory and calculates an average value based on the three most recent measurement s taken within 10 minutes of the last reading. (If there are only two readings in memory f[...]

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    11 2.Prepara tion EN 3. Press the SET button to confirm the setting when the desired number appears on the display . The year is set and the mo nth digit s flash on the display . 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the month. The month is set and the day digits flash on the display . 5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the day . The day is set and the hour d[...]

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    12 2.Preparation 7. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the minutes. The minutes settings is set. The unit automatically switches to standby mode af ter the minute setting has been set. T o adjust the date and time, press the SET button twice while the monitor is in st andby mode. Notes: • After the buzzer setup is completed, the time/date setting will f[...]

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    13 2.Prepara tion EN 2.3 Adjusting the Settings Modes Y ou can modify the options for the various settings of your unit . This is done by pressing the SET button to s e lect a setting, then pressing the MEMORY button to select the options for that setting. After selecting a setting, pr ess the I/O button to confirm the setting and turn the power of[...]

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    14 3.Using the Unit 3. Using the Unit 3.1 How to Sit Correctly When T a king a Measurement Y ou can take a measurement on either your left or right arm. Note: • Measurement s should be taken in a quiet place and you should be in a relaxe d, seated position. Make sure that the room is not to o hot or cold. • Do not t ake measurement af ter bathi[...]

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    15 3.Using the Unit EN Notes: • Correct posture during meas urement is necessary to get accurate results. • Y ou should also try to measure your blood pressure at the same time each day . (Within 1 hour after waking up is recommen ded.) Incorrect Posture These situations tend to lead to higher blood pressure values due to strain or the arm cuff[...]

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    16 3.Using the Unit 3.2 Applying the Arm Cuff Be sure to wrap the arm cuff correctly so that you get accurate results . Measurements can be taken in li ght clothing. However , please remove thick clothes, such as sweaters, before taking a reading. 1. Connect the air tube of the arm cuf f and the inflation bulb to their respective air connectors. 2.[...]

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    17 3.Using the Unit EN 3. Position the arm correctly . T aking measurements on the right arm Apply the cuf f so that the air tube is at the side of your elbow . • Be careful not to rest your arm on the air tube, or otherwise restrict the flow of air to the cuff. • The cuf f should be 1 to 2 cm above the el bow . 4. When the cuff is positioned c[...]

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    18 3.Using the Unit 3.3 T aking a Reading 1. T urning on the unit. Note: Press the air release button to release any air in the arm cuf f. 1) Press the I/O button to turn the unit on. 2) All items in the display will be displayed briefly . The battery symbol will also be displayed for test purposes. This does not mean the batteries are empty . 3) T[...]

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    19 3.Using the Unit EN • The current time con tinues to be displayed while the cuff is being inflated. Note: Do not inflate the arm c uf f more than necessary . 3. Measurement start s. Measurement st arts automatically after you stop inflating the arm cuff. Decreasing numbers ap pear on the display and the he artbeat symbol flashes. Remain still [...]

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    20 3.Using the Unit The deflation symbol flashes on the display . Blood pressure and pulse rate values are displayed. 4. Measurement ends. Press the air re lease button to release the air in the arm cuf f until the deflation sym bol is no longer displayed. 5. Check the measurement results. The unit automatically stores blood pressure and pulse rate[...]

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    21 3.Using the Unit EN Import ant: • If your systolic or diastolic pressure is outside the standard range, the heartbeat symbol will blink when the measur ement result is displayed. Recent research suggest s that the following values can be used as a guide to high blood pressure for measurement s taken at home. This criteria is for home blood pre[...]

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    22 3.Using the Unit What is Irregular Heartbeat? An irregular heartbeat is a heartbeat rhythm that varies by more than 25 % from the average heartbeat rhythm detected while the unit is measuring the systolic and diastolic blood pressure. If such an irregular rhythm is detected more than twice during measuremen t, the irregular heartbeat symbol ( ) [...]

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    23 3.Using the Unit EN 3.4 Using the Memory Function This unit has a memory capable of storing 21 set s of readings. Every time you complete th e measurement, the unit automatically stores the blood pressure and pulse rate. If there are three readings within 10 minutes of the last reading, the average of the three readings is displayed. (If there a[...]

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    24 3.Using the Unit Note: If there are no measurement s result s stored in memory , the screen to the right is displayed. 3. Press the MEMORY button again, while the average values screen is displayed. The result from the most recent measurement is displayed. The date and time of each measurement is displayed alternately with the measurement values[...]

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    25 3.Using the Unit EN T o Delete All the V alues Stored in Memory Y ou cannot delete individual store d readings, all the readings in the unit will be deleted. 1. T o delete stored readings, first press the MEMORY button. Then while holding it down, press the I/O button simultaneously for about 2-3 seconds. All readings will then be deleted. Impor[...]

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    26 4.Quick Refe rence Guide 4. Quick Reference Guide Use this as a quick re ference guide only . If you are using this device for the first time, please read care fully Chapter 3 of this Instruction Manual. T o help ensure a reliable r eading, avoid eating, smoking, or exercising for at least 30 mi nutes before takin g a measurement. Note: Remove a[...]

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    27 5.Handling Errors and Prob lems EN 5. Handling Errors and Problems 5.1 Error Messages Error Display Cause Remedy Cuff is under inflated. Press air release button and restart the measurement with a higher inflation level. Carefully read steps under section 3.3. Movement during measurement Repeat measurement. Remain still and do not talk during me[...]

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    28 5.Handling Errors and Prob lems Note: The irregular heartbeat symbol may also be displayed w ith error messages. Device error . Contact your OMRON retail outlet or distributor . Refer to Ch apter 8. Pressure is too low . Press the inflation b ulb to inflate the arm cuff until the reinflation symbol goes out . Or , d eflate the arm cuff and repea[...]

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    29 5.Handling Errors and Prob lems EN 5.2 T roubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy The reading is extremely low (or high). Arm cuff not applied correctly . Apply the arm cuff correctly . Refer to section 3.2. Movement or talking during measurement. Remain still and do not talk during measurement. Refer to section 3.3. Clothing is interfering with the [...]

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    30 5.Handling Errors and Prob lems Nothing happens when you press the buttons. The batteries are empty . Replace the batteries with new ones. Refer to section 2.1. The batteries have been inserted incorrectly . Insert the batteries with the correct (+/ -) polarity . Refer to section 2.1. Other problems. Press the I/O button and repea t measurement.[...]

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    31 6.Maintenan ce and Storage EN 6. Maintenance and S torage Maintenance T o protect your unit from damage, please observe the following: • Do not subject the main unit and cuff to extreme temperatures, humidity , moisture or direct sunlight. • Do not fold the cuff or tubing tightly . • Do not inflate the arm cuf f over 299 mmHg. • Do not d[...]

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    32 6.Maintenance and Storage Calibration and Service • The accuracy of this blood pressure m onitor has been carefully tested and is designe d for a long service life. • It is generally recommended to have the unit inspected every two years to ensure correct fun ctioning and accuracy . Please consult your auth orised OMRON deale r or the OMRON [...]

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    33 6.Maintenan ce and Storage EN S torage Keep the unit in its storage case when not in use. 1. Unplug the air tube from the air connector . 2. Gently fold the air tube into the arm cuf f. Note: Do not bend the air tube excessively . 3. Place the arm cuf f, inflation bulb and main unit in the storage case. Do not store the unit in the following sit[...]

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    34 7.Optional Part s 7. Optional Part s Medium Arm C uf fs Arm circu mference 22 - 32 cm Large Arm Cuff Arm circumference 32 - 42 cm Small Arm Cuff Arm circu mference 17 - 22 cm Small cuff and bulb combination Arm circumference 17 - 22 cm Regular bulb CM1-7935058-8 CM-4997086-7 CL-4997065-4 CS- 4997076-0 4997099-9 4997 965-1[...]

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    35 8.Technical Data EN 8. T echnical Dat a Note: Subject to technical modification without prior notice • This OMRON pr oduct i s pr oduced unde r the stri ct qual it y system o f OMRON Heal thcar e Co. Ltd. , Japan. The Core compone nt for OMRON blood pressur e monit ors, whi ch i s the Pressur e Sensor , i s prod uced in Ja pan for asse mbly . [...]

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    36 8.Technical Data Important information regarding Electro Magnetic Compatibili ty (EMC) With the increased number of electronic devices such as PC’s and mobile ( cellular) telephones, medical device s in use may be susceptible to electr omagnetic interference from other devices. Electromagnetic interferen ce may result in incorrect operation of[...]

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    37 9.Some Useful Info rmation about Blood Pressur e EN 9. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood flowing against the walls of the arteri es. Arterial blood pressure is constantl y changing during the course of the heart’ s cycle. The highest pressure in the cycle is c[...]

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    38 9.Some Useful Informatio n about Blood Pressure Classification of Blood Press ure by the Wor l d Heath Organization The World Health Organizat ion (WHO) and the International Society of Hypertension (ISH) developed the Blood Pressure Classification shown in this figure. This classification is based on the blood pressure values measured on people[...]

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    39 9.Some Useful Info rmation about Blood Pressur e EN Manufactur er OMRON HEAL THCARE Co., Ltd. 53, Kunot subo , T erado-cho , Muko , K yoto , 617-0002 J AP AN EU-repres ent ative OMRO N HE AL T HCA R E E U ROP E B.V . Scorpius 33, 2132 LR Hoofddorp , THE NETHERLANDS www .omron-healthcare.com Production facility OMRON (D ALIAN) CO ., L T D . Dalia[...]