Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ® ENGLISH 780 ESPAÑOL Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with ComFit™ Cuff Model HEM-780
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 1 CONTENTS Before Using the Monitor Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Important Safety Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Before Taking a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Operating Instructions Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Unit Display . . . . . . . . . . . .
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing Omron’s HEM-780 IntelliSense® Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with the ComFit™ Cuff. Fill in for future reference. DATE PURCHASED: __________________ SERIAL NUMBER: ____________________ Staple your purchase receipt here Your new digital blood pressure monitor uses the oscillometric method of blood pressure measurement.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always be followed including the precautions listed below: þ Read all information in the instruction book and any other literature included in the box before using the unit. þ Contact your physician for specific information about your blood pressure. Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider. þ Operate the unit only as intended.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 4 BEFORE TAKING A MEASUREMENT To ensure a reliable reading follow these recommendations: 1. Avoid eating, smoking, and exercising 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.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 5 KNOW YOUR UNIT Main Unit: Display Battery Compartment Start/Stop Button Memory Buttons Air Jack Date/Time Setting Button AC Adapter Jack Components: Air Tube Grip Air Plug (Connects to Air Jack) Storage Case Arm Cuff AC Adapter 6
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 6 UNIT DISPLAY Systolic Blood Pressure Diastolic Blood Pressure Memory Symbol Heartbeat Symbol Average Value Symbol Pulse Display Deflation Symbol Date/Time Display Battery Low Symbol 7
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 7 BATTERY INSTALLATION 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 REPLACEMENT Low Battery Indicator When the Low Battery Indicator appears on the display screen remove all the batteries.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 8 USING THE AC ADAPTER Use only the authorized Omron AC Adapter, Model Number HEM-ADPT1, with this monitor. Use of any other adapter may cause damage to the monitor and will void the user warranty. To connect the AC Adapter 2 1 ① Insert the AC Adapter Plug into the AC Adapter Jack on the back side of the monitor as illustrated. ② Plug the AC Adapter into a 120V AC outlet (60 cycles).
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 9 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME The Blood Pressure Monitor automatically stores up to 90 measurement values with the date and time. The monitor also calculates an average reading based on the last three measurement values. Set the monitor to the current date and time before taking a measurement for the first time. If the current date and time is not set, a default date and time will display. 1.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 10 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME 3. SETTING THE MONTH Press the of one month. memory up button to advance by increments Press the Date/Time Setting button to set the current month. The day flashes on the display. 4. SETTING THE DAY Press the memory up button to advance by increments of one day. Press the Date/Time Setting button to set the current day. The hour flashes on the display. ® 5. SETTING THE HOUR The time is set using AM or PM. Press the of one hour.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 11 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME 6. SETTING THE MINUTE Press the memory up button to advance by increments of one minute. Press the Date/Time Setting button to set the current minute. The year flashes on the display. 7. Press the START/STOP button to turn the display off.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 12 APPLYING THE ARM CUFF 1. Make sure the air plug is securely inserted in the main unit. 2. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your upper arm. 3. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Place your arm on a table so the cuff is level with your heart.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 13 APPLYING THE ARM CUFF 4. Hold the grip on the cuff securely with your hand. Grip Velcro Strip 5. Turn the palm of your hand upward. 6. Apply the cuff to your left upper arm so the blue strip is 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.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 14 APPLYING THE ARM CUFF 7. Wrap the cuff firmly in place around your arm using the velcro strip. APPLYING THE CUFF ON THE RIGHT ARM When taking a measurement using the right arm use this instruction for Step 6. Apply the cuff to your right upper arm so the grip is centered on the inside of your inner arm. The bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1/2'' above your elbow. Grip NOTE: Be careful not to rest your arm on the air tube.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 15 TAKING A MEASUREMENT The monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level. In rare circumstances when a higher inflation may be necessary, the monitor automatically re-inflates the cuff up to 30mmHg higher than the initial inflation and restarts the measurement. 1. Press the START/STOP button. All display symbols appear on the screen. The cuff starts to inflate automatically.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 16 TAKING A MEASUREMENT pressure and ispulse rate arethe dis3. You3blood When the measurement complete, arm played. cuff completely deflates. Your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed. 4. Press the START/STOP button to turn the monitor off. NOTE: The monitor will automatically turn off after five minutes.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 17 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Every time you complete a measurement the monitor stores the blood pressure and pulse rate in the memory. The Blood Pressure Monitor automatically stores up to 90 measurement values. When 90 sets of measurement values are stored in the memory, the oldest record is deleted to save the most recent measurement values. The monitor also calculates an average reading based on the values of the three most recent measurements taken.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 18 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION TO DISPLAY THE MEASUREMENT VALUES The date and time is alternately displayed with the measurement values. 1. Press the memory down button to display the most recent measurement values on the screen. Press the memory up button to display the oldest measurement values. ® Alternating display NOTES: • Press the button repeatedly to display the next values. • Press and hold the button to display the values faster. 2.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 19 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: Keep the monitor in the storage case when not in use. Make sure the AC Adapter is placed under the main unit so that is does not damage the display. 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.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 20 ERROR INDICATORS SYMBOL CAUSE CORRECTION Remove the arm cuff. Refer to Monitor did not detect “Applying the arm cuff” on page pulse rate 13. Wait 2-3 minutes. Take another measurement. Remove the arm cuff. Read, “Taking a Measurement” on page 16. Cuff under-inflated Cuff over-inflated Wait 2-3 minutes. Take another measurement. Batteries are worn Replace the four batteries. Refer to page 8 for battery installation.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS PROBLEM No power. CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS Replace worn batteries. No display appears on the unit. 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”.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 22 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE To ensure a reliable reading, avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for 30 minutes before taking a measurement. You should try to measure your blood pressure at the same time each day. Avoid taking measurements during stressful times. 1. Remove any tight-fitting clothing from your upper arm. 2. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm on a table so the cuff is at the same level as your heart. 3.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 23 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 5. Press the START/STOP button. Display symbols appear. The cuff starts to inflate automatically. Remain still and do not talk during the measurement. NOTE: To stop the inflation or measurement, push the START/STOP button. The monitor will stop inflating, start deflating, and will turn off. 6. When the measurement is complete, the arm cuff completely deflates. Your blood pressure and pulse rate are displayed.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 24 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.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 25 WARRANTY INFORMATION Your HEM-780, IntelliSense Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor, excluding the monitor cuff, is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within 5 years from the date of purchase, when used in accordance with the instructions provided with the monitor.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 26 SPECIFICATIONS Model: Display: Measurement Range: Accuracy/Calibration: Inflation: Deflation: Rapid Air Release: Pressure Detection: Measurement Method: Pulse Wave Detection: Power Source: Battery Life: Operating Temperature /Humidity: Storage Temperature /Humidity: Main Unit Weight: HEM-780 LCD Digital Display Pressure: 0 to 299 mmHg, Pulse: 40-180/min.
Final ES HEM-780 IM 1/28/05 1:11 PM Page 27 QuickMedical is an authorized distributor for Omron Healthcare, Inc. Contact QuickMedical at: Toll Free Phone: 888.345.4858 Phone: 425.831.5963 Fax Line: 425-831-6032 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1052 Snoqualmie, WA 98065 Manufactured by: OMRON HEALTHCARE, INC. 1200 Lakeside Drive Bannockburn, Illinois 60015 www.omronhealthcare.com Made in China Copyright © 2004 Omron Healthcare, Inc.
