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- Page 1 Upper Arm BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR AFTER SALES SUP PORT e-mail: 1300 884987 australia@medion.com Instruction Manual MODEL: MD 15469 PRODUCT CODE: 91685...
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Page 2: Warranty Details
Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor MD 15469 1. Warranty Details The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion. - Page 3 Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Warranty Details ...................1 Scope of Delivery ..................6 Notes on how to use these instructions ..........6 3.1. Symbols and key words used in these instructions ......7 Proper use .....................8 4.1. Improper use ....................10 Safety instructions ................11 5.1. General information................... 11 5.2. - Page 5 Tips for obtaining accurate measurements ........24 8.1. Have a doctor diagnose your measurements ........25 8.2. The measuring technology of the device .......... 26 Overview of the device ...............27 9.1. Measuring device..................27 9.2. Arm cuff (applied part) ................29 Display ....................30 Preparing the device ................31 11.1.
- Page 6 Retrieving saved values ..............43 15.1. Retrieving average values ................ 43 15.2. Retrieving values of individual measurements ........ 43 15.3. Deleting the saved values ................ 44 Error messages and troubleshooting ..........45 Cleaning, storing and servicing the device ........47 Technical data ..................48 Compliance information ..............49 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice ..................51...
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Page 7: Scope Of Delivery
2. Scope of Delivery − 1 x Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor − 1 x Upper Arm Cuff BC1000 (22-36 cm) − 1 x Storage Bag − 4 x 1.5V AA Batteries − 1 x Instruction Manual − 1 x Warranty Card 3. -
Page 8: Symbols And Key Words Used In These Instructions
3.1. Symbols and key words used in these instructions CAUTION! Please follow the instructions to prevent injuries and property damage! INFO Additional information on using the device! NOTE! Please follow the guidelines in the operating instructions! Manufacturer as defined in the Medical Products Directive Year of manufacture Applied part: protection against electric shocks –... -
Page 9: Proper Use
DC current • Bullet points / information on steps during operation Instructions to be carried out 4. Proper use The appliance is used to measure an adult’s blood pressure and pulse rate on their upper arm. It can store 60 measurement values in each of its two memories. - Page 10 conditions may result in damage to the device. If the values obtained give you cause to be concerned about your health, take medical advice. Do not take any treatment or medication as a result of the values unless you have discussed this with your doctor! Do not change any treatments or dosage of medication! Persons with cardiac arrhythmia, diabetes, blood circulation issues or problems with apoplexy should only use the...
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Page 11: Improper Use
4.1. Improper use • Do not use the appliance for medical diagnosis. It cannot replace medical intervention. • The device is not suitable for measuring the blood pressure of children or newborn babies, pregnant women or incapacitated persons. • Do not modify the device without our consent and do not use any auxiliary equipment which we have not approved or supplied. -
Page 12: Safety Instructions
5. Safety instructions 5.1. General information • This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or for those without experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or they have been instructed in its use. - Page 13 • Do not start the air supply until the device is correctly in place on the arm. • Before attaching the cuff to take a measurement, clean your arm with a soft cloth soaked with surgical spirit containing 75% alcohol. •...
- Page 14 • Clean the cuff with a soft, dry cloth. Do not allow the cuff to become wet. • Never use the device: − in a potentially explosive atmosphere i.e. where flammable gas (such as anaesthetic gas, oxygen or hydrogen) or flammable liquids (e.g. alcohol) are present.
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Page 15: Safe Handling Of Batteries
immediately remove it and switch off the device in order to avoid any injuries. • Environmental conditions such as temperature, air pressure and humidity can influence the measurement results. Always take the measurements under the same, approved environmental conditions (also see the Chapter “Technical data”). - Page 16 even explode, which could damage your device and/or your health. It is very important that you follow the instructions below: • Keep batteries away from children. If batteries are mistakenly swallowed, consult your doctor immediately. • Before inserting the batteries, check that the contacts in the device and on the batteries are clean and, if necessary, clean them.
- Page 17 your doctor immediately. • Never expose the batteries to excessive heat (such as direct sunlight, fire or similar). • Always observe the correct polarity. Make sure that the plus (+) and minus (−) poles are correctly inserted to avoid short-circuits. •...
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Page 18: Repairs
5.4. Danger of disruption from electrical fi elds • Special precautionary measures regarding electromagnetic compatibility must be taken for the model MD 15469. 17 of 52 1300 884 987 www.medion.com.au... - Page 19 • The model MD 15469 may be affected by portable or mobile high-frequency communications devices. • Measurements may be inaccurate in the proximity of strong electrical fields. Do not take any measurements near: − High voltage power lines − Microwave appliances −...
- Page 20 • The model MD 15469 should not be used alongside other devices. If operation alongside other devices is unavoidable, the model MD 15469 must be tested in the required configuration to ensure normal operation. 19 of 52 1300 884 987...
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Page 21: About This Device
6. About this device The consequences of having too high blood pressure are a major cause of death these days. Many people are unaware that their blood pressure is too high. This blood pressure monitor helps you to take regular, comparative measurements. 7. - Page 22 Blood pressure may be higher than usual if parts of the circulatory system are restricted, diseased or abnormal in other ways. High blood pressure can cause damage to vital organs including the brain and heart. 21 of 52 1300 884 987 www.medion.com.au...
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Page 23: Measuring Blood Pressure
7.2. Measuring blood pressure Everybody’s blood pressure changes constantly. Fluctuations may be caused by mental and physical factors (such as fear, exertion, smoking, caffeine and stress). Blood pressure can also be affected by the time of day, time of year and temperature. - Page 24 mmHg Blood pressure Level 3 (high) Blood pressure Level 2 (moderate) Blood pressure Level 1 (low) High-normal Normal Optimal Systolic value mmHg 23 of 52 1300 884 987 www.medion.com.au...
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Page 25: Tips For Obtaining Accurate Measurements
8. Tips for obtaining accurate measurements Using your device, you can get an overview of your blood pressure by measuring it regularly and using clear records. To make sure that the values give a realistic picture of your blood pressure, please follow the instructions below: •... -
Page 26: Have A Doctor Diagnose Your Measurements
• Measure your blood pressure at normal body temperature and not if you are too hot or too cold. • Wait around five minutes before repeating the measurement. If you record a value that differs greatly from your normal blood pressure measurement, you should take another measurement around five minutes later. -
Page 27: The Measuring Technology Of The Device
Inaccurate measurement results can occur with patients with the following conditions: high blood pressure, diabetes, liver disease, hardened arteries, heart rhythm disturbances (arrhythmias), poor circulation, etc. 8.2. The measuring technology of the device Your blood pressure measurement device contains high-quality technical components and materials for measuring pressure, processing the signals and displaying the values on a liquid crystal display. -
Page 28: Overview Of The Device
9. Overview of the device 9.1. Measuring device Left side LED colour scale for blood pressure estimation M button: call up measured values button: switch on/off button: make basic settings Display Connection for tube plug on the arm cuff 27 of 52 1300 884 987 www.medion.com.au... - Page 29 Bottom Identification plate Battery compartment Loudspeaker 28 of 52 1300 884 987 www.medion.com.au...
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Page 30: Arm Cuff (Applied Part)
9.2. Arm cuff (applied part) Tube connector for the arm cuff BC1000 arm cuff 29 of 52 1300 884 987 www.medion.com.au... -
Page 31: Display
10. Display LED display for blood pressure estimation Pulse display with arrhythmia detection Pulse rate (heart beats per minute) Time/date Battery power remaining Arm cuff self-test Call up measurement values Average of the last three measurements Memory 1/Memory 2 Blood pressure unit mmHg/kPa Diastolic value Systolic value 30 of 52... -
Page 32: Preparing The Device
11. Preparing the device 11.1. Inserting the batteries Open the battery compartment on the underside of the appliance. Insert four 1.5V batteries of type R6/LR6/AA (included), observing the correct polarity. Close the battery compartment. Basic settings must be made after changing the batteries. -
Page 33: Making Basic Settings
12. Making basic settings You must make the following basic settings before using the device for the first time or after changing the batteries: • Year • Date (month, day) • Time (hour, minute). • Blood pressure unit (mmHg/kPa) • Language (English, German, Turkish, French) •... - Page 34 Confirm the entry by pressing the button. The digits indicating the day will flash. Use the and M buttons to set the current day. Confirm the entry by pressing the button. The digits indicating the time will flash. ...
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Page 35: Switch The Device On Or Off
Use the or the M button to set the desired language. Confirm the entry by pressing the button. The display for the volume of the voice output is shown, e.g. ON 1. The following settings are available: ON 1 (very quiet) to ON 7 (loud) or OF 0 (mute). -
Page 36: Measuring Blood Pressure And Pulse
14. Measuring blood pressure and pulse 14.1. Putting on the cuff Before attaching the cuff to take a measurement, clean your arm with a soft cloth soaked with surgical spirit containing 75% alcohol. The BC 1000 cuff is the application part and is suitable for an arm circumference of 22 cm to 36 cm. - Page 37 Pull the cuff over the arm so that the tube lies over the top of the upper arm, in the direction of the underarm. The blue mark on the cuff and the inscription ARTERY should point towards the hand. The bottom edge of the cuff must end 2–3cm above the elbow.
- Page 38 The cuff must not be too tight because the pressure on the arm will increase further when the cuff is pumped up. If the shape of the arm does not allow the cuff to be wrapped around it properly, the cuff can sit at a slight diagonal. ...
- Page 39 Rest your elbows on the table or other surface. Hold your arm so that the cuff is level with your heart. Relax your arm and turn up the palm of your hand. You can also take the measurement lying down: ...
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Page 40: Measuring And Storing Values
14.2. Measuring and storing values Make sure that the air tube is not kinked or squashed. INFO You can save 60 measurement values in each of the two memories. To change the memory, press the button until the desired memory is displayed. - Page 41 starts. The current values are shown in the display. Press the button to abort the measurement. The cuff deflates. If you want to repeat the measurement, you should wait at least five minutes. The cuff must be fully deflated. To start the measurement, press button again.
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Page 42: Arrhythmia Detection
The measure result is ..normal ... abnormal. The values measured will be automatically stored with the date and time once measuring is complete. When you start a measurement using the button, 60 storage spaces are available per memory. You can, for example, record the values for two people separately by pressing the button until the desired memory... -
Page 43: Classifying Blood Pressure
14.4. Classifying blood pressure The coloured LEDs to the right of the display in conjunction with the arrows on the display mean the following: Red Very high blood pressure High blood pressure Orange Yellow Slightly high blood pressure Green High to normal blood pressure Green ... -
Page 44: Retrieving Saved Values
15. Retrieving saved values 15.1. Retrieving average values Proceed as follows to retrieve the average values of the last three measurements: Press the M button. The average values of the last three measurements from the selected memory will be shown in the display. If you have switched on voice output, these values will also be read out loud. -
Page 45: Deleting The Saved Values
Press the button to start by viewing the oldest of the values. Pressing button again will cause the next value to be displayed (sequence of values ..., 3, 2, 1). 15.3. Deleting the saved values Press and hold the M button until the display shows “--” for each entry. All the data of the current memory are deleted. -
Page 46: Error Messages And Troubleshooting
16. Error messages and troubleshooting Error Possible cause Solutions message The cuff does not inflate Attach the plug on the cuff tube sufficiently. correctly to the device. The cuff tube is not Tube or cuff leaky. Replace the connected correctly to the tube or cuff. - Page 47 Error Possible cause Solutions message The battery charge level is Insert four new batteries. See low; the cuff is not inflated. page 31. Audible error messages Solutions The cuff is a little bit high, please lower the cuff. Follow the voice command and take The cuff is a little bit low, the measurement again.
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Page 48: Cleaning, Storing And Servicing The Device
18. Cleaning, storing and servicing the device Only use a dry, soft cloth to clean the device. Do not use chemical solutions and cleaning products because these may damage the surface and/or the inscriptions on the product. Do not wash the cuff. Do not have the cuff dry-cleaned. ... -
Page 49: Technical Data
19. Technical data Measurement method: Oscillometric Measurement range, blood pressure: 0 to 280 mmHg Measurement range, pulse: 40 to 180 beats/minute Measurement accuracy, blood pressure: ±3 mmHg Measurement accuracy, pulse: ±5% of reading Number of memory locations: 2 x 60 Cuff for arm circumference: 22 to 36 cm Environmental conditions for use:... -
Page 50: Compliance Information
Life time without battery change approx. 200 times (at 23 °C/ 73,4 °F ambient temperature/one daily mesurement) Subject to technical changes. 20. Compliance information The product meets the requirements of the Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices. The device complies with the standards for non- invasive blood pressure measuring devices EN 1060-1:1995+A2:2009 and EN 1060-3:1997+A2:2009. - Page 51 Shenzhen Pump Medical System Co., Ltd. 2/F, West, M-7 Sinosteel Building, Maqueling Estate, Hi-Tech Industrial Park, Nanshan District, 518057, Shenzhen, P.R. China, Sponsor Medion Australia Pty Ltd. Status: 09/23/2014 50 of 52 1300 884 987 www.medion.com.au...
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Page 52: Repair And Refurbished Goods Or Parts Notice
Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor MD 15469 21. Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to be returned to the Supplier for repair. Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated... - Page 53 You should also be aware that rather than repairing goods, we may replace them with refurbished goods of the same type or use refurbished parts in the repair process. Please be assured though, refurbished parts or replacements are only used where they meet ALDI’s stringent quality specifications.
- Page 54 Australian Sponsor: MEDION Australia Pty Ltd St Leonards, NSW 2065 Australia helpline: 1300 884 987 Email: australia@medion.com www.medion.com.au...
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Time adjustment
To adjust the time on the ViSAGE MD 15469:
1. Press the button to begin setting.
2. Use the ▲ and M buttons to set the current year, then press the button to confirm.
3. The month digits will flash. Use ▲ and M to set the month, then confirm.
4. The day digits will flash. Use ▲ and M to set the day, then confirm.
5. The time digits will flash. Use ▲ and M to set the hour, then the minutes, confirming each.
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