INSTRUCTION MANUAL 5 series Blood Pressure Monitor ENGLISH ESPAÑOL Model BP742
TABLE OF CONTENTS Before using the Monitor Introduction ................................................................................................ 3 Safety Information ....................................................................................... 4 Operating the Device ................................................................... 4 Care and Maintenance ................................................................. 5 Operating Instructions Before Taking a Measurement . ...
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the OMRON® BP742 IntelliSense® Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor. Fill in for future reference. DATE PURCHASED: __________________ SERIAL NUMBER: ____________________ • Staple your purchase receipt here • Register your product on-line at www.register-omron.com Your new digital blood pressure monitor uses the oscillometric method of blood pressure measurement.
SAFETY INFORMATION To assure the correct use of the product, basic safety measures should always be followed including the warnings and cautions listed in this instruction manual. SAFETY SYMBOLS USED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WARNING could result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION Do not use a cellular phone near the device. It may result in an operational failure. Use only Omron authorized parts and accessories. Parts and accessories not approved for use with the device may damage the unit. Use only 1.5 V “AA” alkaline batteries with this device. Do not use other types of batteries. This may damage the unit CARE AND MAINTENANCE Do not subject the monitor to strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the floor.
BEFORE TAKING A MEASUREMENT To ensure a reliable reading follow these recommendations: 1. Avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, exercising, and bathing for 30 minutes before taking a measurement. Rest for at least 15 minutes before taking the measurement. 2. Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during stressful times. 3. Measurements should be taken in a quiet place. 4. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your left arm. 5. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor.
KNOW YOUR UNIT Main Unit: Display Battery compartment START/STOP button Air Jack USER ID Selection Switch Up/Down ( Date/Time setting ( button Components: ) buttons AC adapter Jack ) Air tube Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor 5 series Model BP742 5 Series Arm Blood Pressure Monitor BP742 Air plug Instruction Manual Standard Adult Arm Cuff Quick Start Guide UNIT DISPLAY Systolic blood pressure Diastolic blood pressure Memory symbol (Displayed when viewing values stored in memory) Movement err
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 � Normal Heartbeat as a rhythm that is more than 25% � Pulse slower or 25% faster from the average � rhythm detected while the monitor is � Blood pressure measuring the systolic and diastolic � blood pressure.
DISPLAY SYMBOLS The American Heart Association recommends the following guideline for upper limit of normal for home blood pressure readings: AHA Home Guideline for Upper Limit of Normal BP Systolic Blood Pressure 135 mmHg Diastolic Blood Pressure 85 mmHg This is a general guideline because blood pressure depends on age and morbidity. The AHA recommends a lower home blood pressure goal for certain patients, including diabetic patients, pregnant women, and patients with renal failure1.
BATTERY INSTALLATION CAUTION Use only 1.5V “AA” alkaline batteries with this device. 1. Press the indicator on the battery cover and � slide the cover off in the direction of the arrow. 2. Install 4 “AA” size batteries so the + (positive) and� - (negative) polarities match the polarities of � the battery compartment as indicated. 3. Replace the battery cover.
BATTERY INSTALLATION BATTERY REPLACEMENT Low Battery Indicator When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display, turn the monitor off and remove all the batteries. Replace with four new batteries at the same time. Long-life alkaline batteries are recommended. WARNING If battery fluid should get in your eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of clean water. Contact a physician immediately. NOTES: • Turn the unit off before replacing the batteries.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME Set the monitor to the current date and time before taking a measurement for the first time. If the date and time has not been set, the measurement values are stored without any date or time information. 1. TO START THE SETTING Press the Date/Time Setting button ( ) to adjust the date and time. The year flashes on the display . 2. SETTING THE YEAR The year can be set between 2010 and 2040. When the display reaches 2040, it will return to 2010.
The month flashes on the display. NOTES: • Press the Down button ( ) to decrease the date and time values by increments of one. • Press and hold the button to increase or decrease the date and time values faster. SETTING THE DATE AND TIME 3. SETTING THE MONTH Press the Up button ( ) to advance by increments of one month. Press the Date/Time Setting button ( ) to set the current month. The day flashes on the display. 4. SETTING THE DAY Press the Up button ( ) to advance by increments of one day.
APPLYING THE ARM CUFF CAUTION Read all of the information in the instruction manual and any other literature in the box before operating the unit. CAUTION This device is intended for use in measuring blood pressure and pulse rate in the adult population. Do not use this device on infants or persons who cannot express their intentions. APPLYING THE CUFF ON THE LEFT ARM 1. Make sure the air plug is securely inserted in the main unit. 2. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your upper arm.
APPLYING THE ARM CUFF 3. Apply the cuff to your left upper arm so � Left Arm the arrow is centered on the inside of your arm � and aligned with your middle finger. � The air tube runs down the inside of your arm. � The bottom of the cuff should be � approximately 1/2 “ above your elbow. 1/2 inch (1 - 2 cm) Arrow Air Tube 4. Wrap the cuff firmly in place around your � arm using the cloth fastening.
TAKING A MEASUREMENT 1. Press the START/STOP button to turn the monitor on.� All symbols appear on the display. 2. Select your USER ID (A or B). 3. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor. � Place your arm on a table so the cuff is level � with your heart. � Keep still and do not talk during measurement. 4. Press the START/STOP button.� The cuff starts to inflate automatically. As the cuff inflates, the monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level.
TAKING A MEASUREMENT NOTE: To stop the inflation or measurement, push the START/STOP button. The monitor will stop inflating, start deflating, and will turn off. 5. Inflation stops automatically and the measurement is started.� As the cuff deflates, decreasing numbers appear on the display and the Heartbeat Symbol ( ) flashes. 6. When the measurement is complete, the arm cuff completely � deflates. Your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed. 7. Press the START/STOP button to turn the monitor off.
TAKING A MEASUREMENT NOTE: The monitor will automatically turn off after NOTE: The five monitor minutes.will automatically turn off after five minutes. SPECIAL CONDITIONS SPECIAL CONDITIONS CAUTION CAUTION Inflating to a higher pressure than necessary may result in bruising where Inflating a higher pressure than necessary may result in bruising where the cuff istoapplied. theyour cuffsystolic is applied.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION The monitor is designed to store the blood pressure and the pulse rate in the memory for two people (USER A and USER B) every time a measurement is completed. The monitor automatically stores up to 30 sets of measurement values (blood pressure and pulse rate) for each user (A and B). When 30 sets of measurement values are stored, the oldest record is deleted to save the most recent values. TO DISPLAY THE MEASUREMENT VALUES 1. Press the START/STOP button to turn the monitor on. 2.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION NOTES: • The measurement value number is displayed briefly in the Pulse Display area when you press the Up/Down buttons ( ). • The date and time are alternately displayed with the measurement values. • If the date and time are not set, “-:--” is displayed with the measurement values. • Press the button repeatedly to display the next values. • Press and hold the button to display the values faster.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE To keep your digital blood pressure monitor in the best condition and protect the unit from damage, follow the directions listed below: Do not forcefully bend the arm cuff or air tube. Do not fold tightly. Clean the monitor with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any abrasive or volatile cleaners. Do not attempt to clean the cuff. CAUTION Do not submerge the device or any of the components in water. Do not subject the monitor to extreme hot or cold temperatures, humidity or direct sunlight.
ERROR INDICATORS SYMBOL CAUSE CORRECTION Take another measurement and remain still until the measurement is complete. Monitor could not detect pulse wave. Cuff under-inflated. Cuff not applied correctly. Remove the arm cuff. Read “Taking a Measurement”. Cuff over-inflated. Wait 2-3 minutes. Take another measurement. Device error. Contact Customer Service. Movement during � measurement. Keep still and take another measurement. Irregular or weak� pulses are detected. Remove the arm cuff.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS PROBLEM CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS No power. No display appears on the unit. Replace all four batteries with new ones. Check the battery installation for proper placement of the battery polarities. Measurement values appear too high or too low. Blood pressure varies constantly. Many factors including stress, time of day, how you wrap the cuff, may affect your blood pressure. � Review the sections “Before Taking a Measurement” and “Taking a Measurement”.
FCC STATEMENT Note: POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION INTERFERENCE (for U.S.A. only) This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
LIMITED WARRANTIES Your BP742 IntelliSense® Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor, excluding the arm cuff, is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within 2 years from the date of purchase, when used in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor. The arm cuff is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within one year from the date of purchase when the monitor is used in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor.
SPECIFICATIONS Model: Display: Measurement Range: Accuracy/Calibration: Inflation: Deflation: Rapid Air Release: Measurement Method: Power Source: Battery Life: Operating Temperature /Humidity: Storage Temperature /Humidity/Air Pressure: Main Unit Weight: Main Unit Dimensions: Cuff Size: Cuff Circumference: Memory: Contents: Optional Accessories: NOTE: These specifications are subject 26 to change without notice.
Cuff Circumference: Memory: Contents: SPECIFICATIONS Optional Accessories: NOTE: These specifications are subject to change without notice. Omron Healthcare, Inc. 1200 Lakeside Drive Bannockburn, IL 60015 www.omronhealthcare.com Copyright © 2010 Omron Healthcare, Inc.
Omron Healthcare, Inc. 1200 Lakeside Drive Bannockburn, IL 60015 www.omronhealthcare.com Copyright © 2010 Omron Healthcare, Inc.
