. Fill-in for future reference DATE PURCHASED: ______________ SERIAL NUMBER: ________________ Staple your purchase receipt here. This monitor features automatic inflation and deflation to measure your blood pressure and pulse rate. The measurement reading is clearly displayed on a large digital panel. The ReliOn HEM-741CREL digital 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 ReliOn HEM-741CREL Automatic Inflation Blood Pressure Monitor is intended for home use. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES 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 physician for specific information about your blood pressure. Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider. • 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 patient population. Do not use on infants. • Do not use a cellular phone near the unit. It may result in operational failure. • Changes or modifications not approved by the ReliOn Healthcare will void the user warranty. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit or components. 4 KNOW YOUR UNIT KNOW YOUR UNIT Systolic Blood Pressure Air Jack Air Plug AC Adapter Jack Display Diastolic Blood Pressure /Pulse Display Cuff Tube START Button ON/OFF Button MEMORY Button Heart Symbol Arm Cuff Cuff Tab 5 A FEW WORDS ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE A FEW WORDS ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE The 6th report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (JNCVI) from the National Institutes of Health developed the following classification. However, it is only a general guideline because blood pressure depends on our age, morbidity, and treatment strategy by a physician. CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN TO DETERMINE YOUR NORMAL BLOOD PRESSURE. Diastolic mmHg 110 100 90 85 80 Stage 3 Hypertension Stage 2 Hypertension Stage 1 Hypertension High-Normal Normal Optimal 120 130 140 160 180 Systolic mmHg Systolic (mmHg) Diastolic (mmHg) Optimal <120 <80 Normal <130 <85 High-Normal 130-139 85-89 Stage 1 Hypertension (mild) 140-159 90-99 Stage 2 Hypertension (moderate) 160-179 100-109 Stage 3 Hypertension (severe) .180 .110 6 SUGGESTIONS BEFORE TAKING A MEASUREMENT SUGGESTIONS BEFORE TAKING A MEASUREMENT 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. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your left arm. 4. Measurements should be taken in a quiet place. 5. Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Rest your left arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. 6. Remain still and do not talk during the measurement. 7. Keep 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 a period of time. Try to measure your blood pressure at the same time each day for consistency. 8. Wait 2-3 minutes between measurements. The wait time allows the arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood pressure measurement. You may need to increase the wait time depending on your individual physical characteristics. 7 BATTERY INSTALLATION / REPLACEMENT BATTERY INSTALLATION / 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. 8 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 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: 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 al...