M2 Instruction Manual

INTRODUCTION • Thank you for purchasing the OMRON M2 Manual Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor.

• Please read the Instructions thoroughly before using this unit for its safe and correct usage.

• Please keep this Instruction manual always at hand for your future reference. The monitor features an easy-to squeeze inflation bulb that allows you to quickly inflate the cuff. The measurement reading is clearly displayed on a large digital panel. The OMRON M2 Manual Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor uses the oscillometric method of blood pressure measurement. This means the monitor detects your blood’s movement through your brachial artery and converts the movements into a digital reading. An oscillometric monitor does not need a stethoscope so the monitor is simple to use. The OMRON M2 Manual Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor is intended for home use.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Notes ... 3 Know Your unit ... 4 Quick Reference Guide ... 5 Battery Insallation/Replacement ... 6 Preparation for Use ... 7 How To Apply The Arm Cuff ... 8-9 How To Take A Measurement ... 10-11 How To Use The Memory Function ... 12 Care and Maintenance ... 13 If An Error Indicator Appears ... 14 Blood Pressure Q & A ... 15-16 Specifications ... 17

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES To assure the correct use of the product, basic safety measures should always be followed including the precautions listed below: ✓ Read all information in the instruction book and any other literature ❑ included in the box before using the unit. ✓ Contact your doctor for specific information about your blood ❑ pressure, and follow his instructions. ✓ Operate the unit only as intended. Do not use for any other purpose. ❑ ✓ The unit is intended for use in measuring blood pressure and pulse ❑ rate in adult. Do not use on infants. ✓ Do not use a cellular phone near the unit. It may result in ❑ operational failure. ✓ Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit or components. ❑ May cause incorrect reading.

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KNOW YOUR UNIT Systolic Blood Pressure Display Diastolic Blood Pressure/ Pulse rate Display

MEMORY Button ON/OFF Button

OMRON

Arm Cuff

Air Release Button

Air Tube

Air Inflation Bulb

Air Tube (Connects to the air plug)

Air Tube (Connects to the air plug)

Air Plug

Air Plug

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1. Avoid eating, smoking, and exercising at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement. 2. Put your left arm through the cuff loop. The bottom of the cuff should be about 1-2 cm above the elbow. The cuff tab should lie over the brachial artery on the inside of the arm. 3. Pull the cuff so that it is tightened evenly around your arm. Insert one finger under cuff to check fit. Press the sewn hook material firmly against the pile side of the cuff. Make sure that your skin will not be pinched in the D-ring once you inflate the cuff. Immediately deflate the cuff and readjust it if skin becomes pinched. 4. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your left arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. 5. Turn the monitor on, and after the Ready To Measure Symbol ( ) appears next to a zero on the digital panel, rapidly squeeze the inflation bulb to inflate the cuff. Stop pumping when the numbers on the display are approximately 40 mmHg higher than your normal systolic blood pressure. Do not inflate over 280 mmHg. 6. The cuff will deflate automatically. Remain still througout the entire reading. 7. When measurement is complete, the monitor alternately displays your blood pressure/pulse rate on the digital panel. Press the Air Release Button to remove air in the cuff. 8. Wait 5 minutes before taking another blood pressure measurement.

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BATTERY INSTALLTION / REPLACEMENT 1. Slide the battery cover off in the direction of the arrow.

2. Install 4 “AA” size batteries so + (positive) and – (negative) polarities match the polarities of the battery compartment as indicated.

3. Replace the battery cover.

NOTE : If the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display, replace all four batteries. Long-life alkaline batteries are recommended.

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PREPARATION FOR USE • Correct Posture Your back should be straight and relaxed.

• Correct Fit The cuff should be closely attached to your arm.

Correct posture for measurement Before measuring, sit down and relax. It is recommended you first take 5-6 deep breaths. During measurement, slightly bend the elbow and do not float it from the base.

• Correct Height The cuff should be at the same height as your heart.

How to adjust height Be careful of the height difference between the table and the chair. When the height of your arm is lower than that of you heart, adjust the height of the cuff using a pillow or a cushion.

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HOW TO APPLY THE ARM CUFF 1. Unfold the arm cuff and make a loop. If the cuff is assembled correctly, the sewn hook material will be on the outside of the cuff loop and the metal D-ring will not touch your skin.

2. Pass the end of the cuff furthest from the tubing through the metal D-ring to form a loop. The smooth cloth should be on the inside of the cuff loop.

3. Put your left arm through the cuff loop. The bottom of the cuff should be 1-2 cm above the elbow. The cuff tab on the cuff should lie over the brachial artery on the inside of the arm. Tube should run down center of arm, even with middle finger.

Pile Material Sewn Hook Material

D-Ring

Smooth Cloth

Bottom Edge 1-2 cm

Cuff Tube Cuff Tab

If using right arm, put the right arm through the loop and bring the air tube under your elbow.

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HOW TO APPLY THE ARM CUFF 4. Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges are tightened evenly around your arm.

5. When the cuff is positioned correctly, press the sewn hook material FIRMLY against the pile side of the cuff,

6. Make certain the cuff fits snugly around your arm. The cuff should make good contact with your skin.

7. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart.

8. Relax your arm and turn your palm upward.

9. Be sure there are no kinks in the air tubing.

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HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT Please read “How To Apply The Arm Cuff” before taking a reading. 1. Press the ON/OFF Button. a) All display symbols appears for about one second. This is the initial LCD Test. Initial LCD Test

b) The display symbols disappear and the Deflation Indication Symbol ( ) starts to flash. Deflation Indication

c) Wait for the Heart Symbol ( ) to appear next to a zero display, before taking a measurement. Ready To Measure

2. Begin inflating the cuff by rapidly squeezing the inflation bulb until you have reached approximately 40 mmHg higher than your normal systolic reading. If your normal systolic blood pressure is unknown, inflate the cuff to 180 mmHg. Do not move your arm or the cuff tube during inflation.

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HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT 3. Remain still. The cuff will begin to deflate automatically. 4. As the cuff deflates, decreasing numbers Indicated appear on the display. The Heart Symbol Value Drops ( ) flashes every heartbeat.

Measuring

5. When measurement is complete, the Heart Symbol ( ) stops flashing and your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed alternately. 6. When the Deflation Indication Symbol ( ) appears on the display, push the Air Release Button to release any air left in the cuff. 7. Press ON/OFF button to turn monitor off.

To stop measurement Press the ON/OFF button to turn off the power. The power automatically turns off when you have not used the unit for 5 minutes. Release the air

NOTES: • Wait for at least 5 minutes before taking another blood pressure measurement. Waiting between readings allows the arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood pressure measurement. • The power will be turned off automatically in 5 minutes when not in use.

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HOW TO USE THE MEMORY FUNCTION This monitor has a memory capable of storing fourteen (14) sets of readings. Every time you complete the measurement, the monitor automatically stores blood pressure and pulse rate.

• Press the ON/OFF Button. • Press the MEMORY Button to recall stored readings while the Heart Symbol (

) is displayed.

• When fourteen (14) sets of readings are stored in memory, the oldest set will be deleted to store a new set.

• To delete stored readings, press the MEMORY Button and the ON/OFF Button simultaneously for 2 seconds. All readings will be deleted. NOTE: You cannot delete the stored readings partially.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE To keep your digital blood pressure monitor in the best condition and protect the unit from damage, please follow the directions listed below: Clean the monitor with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any abrasive or volatile cleaners. Do not attempt to clean the cuff. Never immerse the monitor or any components in water. Store the monitor in a safe and dry location. Do not fold the cuff and tubing tightly. Do not subject the monitor to extreme hot or cold temperatures, humidity and direct sunlight. Avoid subjecting the monitor to strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the floor. Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for three months or longer. Always replace all the batteries with new ones at the same time. Use the unit consistent with the instructions provided in this manual. Use only authorized parts and accessories.

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IF AN ERROR INDICATOR APPEARS Error Indicator

Cause

What To Do

Cuff under-inflated.

Movement during measurement.

Wait 2-3 minutes and take another measurement. Repeat steps listed under “How To Take A Measurement”. Inflate the cuff 40 mmHg higher than the previous inflation value.

No pulse or blood pressure reading due to very weak artery pulse. Residual air pressure in cuff.

Press Air Release Button for 4-5 seconds to release air pressure in cuff.

Cuff over-inflated (more than 300 mmHg).

Carefully read and repeat steps listed under “How To Take A Measurement”.

Batteries have run down. Replace all four “AA” batteries.

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BLOOD PRESSURE Q & A What is blood pressure?

Heart Contracts (Pressure Increases)

Heart Relaxes (Pressure Decreases)

Why is blood pressure measured in the hospital different from that at home?

Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the artery tube when blood flows through the arteries. The pressure when the heart contracts and sends out blood is called the systolic (highest) pressure. The pressure when the heart dilates and blood flows into the heart is called the diastolic (lowest) pressure. Usually, the pressure the heart exerts to send blood throughout the body is 120 mmHg. However, the pressure of the blood returning to the heart is nearly 0. The difference in this pressure causes blood to circulate through the body. The pressure gradually decreases while circulating. However, the largest change occurs at an arteriole. There is no difference in the blood pressure between your upper arm and at the aorta, where the blood leaves the heart. Blood pressure can fluctuate widely depending on your mental condition during measurement. Blood pressure may become higher in the hospital because of mental stress (usually 25 - 30 mmHg or, in the extreme, 50 mmHg higher), while at home, where you can relax, measured blood pressure may become closer to your natural pressure.

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Blood Pressure Q & A Why does my blood pressure change with every measurement?

Blood pressure fluctuates all the time. It is continuously changing with every pulse according to the heart movement and influenced by various environmental and mental factors. Blood pressure fluctuates throughout the day and the month, and is influenced by season and temperature. As shown in the diagram below, a measurement taken in the morning differs from that in the evening and fluctuates throughout the day. You should not be overly concerned or elated by each measured value. However, it is recommended that you measure your blood pressure at the same time and record it every day. Consult your physician for further information about the record.

300

Dinner

Sleeping

Using the restroom Breakfast Lunch

250

Systolic Pressure

200 150

Diastolic Pressure

100 50 0 5 pm

5 am

11 pm

11 am

5 pm

Upper-Arm Blood Pressure Data

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SPECIFICATIONS Model

OMRON M2

Display

LCD Digital Display

Measurement Range:

Pressure: 0 to 280 mmHg Pulse: 40-180/min.

Accuracy/Calibration:

Pressure: ± 3 mmHg or 2% of reading Pulse: ± 5% of reading

Inflation:

Manual by inflation bulb

Deflation;

Automatic pressure release valve

Rapid Air Release:

Push button valve

Pressure Detection:

Capacitive pressure sensor

Measurement Method:

Oscillometric method

Pulse Wave Detection:

Capacitive pressure sensor

Power Source:

4 “AA” batteries (not included)

Battery Life:

Approximately 1000 uses

Operating temperature/ Humidity:

10°C to 40°C 30 to 85% RH maximum

Storage Temperature/ Humidity:

-20°C to 60°C 10 to 95% RH maximum

Console Weight:

Approximately 350g with cuff, excluding batteries

Outer Dimensions:

Approximately 106mm x 84mm x 116mm

Cuff Dimensions:

Approximately 145mm x 480mm

Arm Circumference Range:

Approximately 220mm - 320mm

Accessories:

Arm cuff, Inflation bulb, Instruction manual

NOTE: These above specifications, are subject to change without notice.

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