Timex 80224 Manual

Professional Series
Blood Pressure
Monitor
INTRODUCTION
Your blood pressure monitor (with integrated time/date display) is a fully automatic,
digital blood pressure measuring device for use on the wrist. This enables very fast
and reliable measurement of the systolic and diastolic blood pressure
as well as pulse by way of the oscillometric method of
measuring. This device is easy to use and is proven in
clinical studies to provide excellent accuracy and
is designed for maximum user-friendliness.
Before using, please read through this
instruction manual carefully and keep
it in a safe place. For further questions
on the subject of blood pressure and
its measurement, please contact your doctor.
Attention! Important information
about self-measurement
• Self-measurement means control, not diagnosis or treatment. Your values must
always be discussed with your physician. You should never alter the dosages of any
medication without direction from your physician.
• The pulse display is not suitable for checking the frequency of heart pacemakers.
• In cases of irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), measurements made with this instru-
ment should only be evaluated after consultation with your doctor.
Electromagnetic Interference:
This device contains sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong electrical or elec-
tromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g. cellular phones, microwave
ovens). These can lead to temporary impairment of the measuring accuracy.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE SUBJECT OF BLOOD PRESSURE
AND ITS MEASUREMENT
How does high/low blood pressure arise? Your level of blood pressure is deter-
mined in the circulatory center of the brain and adjusts to a variety of situations
through feedback from the nervous system. To adjust blood pressure, the strength and
frequency of the heart (pulse), as well as the width of circulatory blood vessels is
altered. Blood vessel width is affected by way of fine muscles in the blood vessel
walls. Your level of arterial blood pressure changes periodically during heart activity.
During the "blood ejection" (systole), the value is highest (systolic blood pressure
value). At the end of the heart's "rest period" (diastole) pressure is lowest (diastolic
blood pressure value). Your blood pressure values must lie within certain normal
ranges in order to prevent particular diseases.
Which values are normal? Blood pressure is too high if your diastolic pressure is
above 90 mmHg and/or your systolic blood pressure is over 160 mmHg, while at rest.
In this case, please consult your physician immediately. Long-term values at this level
endanger your health through continual damage to the blood vessels in your body.
Regular self-checks will be necessary. If you have blood pressure values that are too
low, (i.e., systolic values under 105mmHg and/or diastolic values under 60 mmHg),
consult your physician. Even with normal blood pressure values, a regular self-check
with your blood pressure monitor is recommended. You can detect possible changes
in your values early and react appropriately. If you are undergoing medical treatment
to control your blood pressure, keep a record of values along with time of day and
date. Show these values to your physician. Never use the results of your measure-
ments to independently alter the drug doses prescribed by your physician.
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Further information
• If your values are mostly normal under resting conditions but exceptionally high
under conditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suf-
fering from so-called "labile hypertension" (frequent changing levels of elevated
blood pressure). Consult your physician.
Model# 80224
• Correctly measured diastolic blood pressure values above 120mmHg require imme-
diate medical treatment.
What can be done, if regular increased/low values are obtained? Increased
blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) over time are associated with
considerable risks to health. Blood vessels in your body are endangered due to
constriction caused by deposits in the vessel walls (arteriosclerosis). This can result in
a deficient supply of blood to important organs (heart, brain, muscles). Additionally,
the heart will become structurally damaged. There are many different causes of high
blood pressure. We differentiate between the common primary (essential) hyperten-
sion, and secondary hypertension. Secondary hypertension can cause organ malfunc-
tions. Please consult your doctor for information about the possible origins of your
own increased blood pressure values.
Eating habits
• Maintain a normal weight as prescribed by your doctor
• Avoid excessive consumption of salt
• Avoid fatty foods
Previous/Existing illnesses
• Follow consistently any medical instructions for treating previous illness such as:
• Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus)
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
Habits
• Eliminate smoking
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (coffee)
Physical conditioning
• After a preliminary medical examination, exercise regularly
• Choose sports which require endurance
• Avoid over-exertion
• With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your doctor
before beginning your exercise routine. Your physician will help you develop an
exercise routine that is appropriate for you.
AAT Mode (Advanced Accuracy Technology)
• "AAT Mode" is a new type of concept for optimum reliability in self-measurement
of blood pressure.
• An advanced accuracy measurement is achieved by the automatic analysis of three
successive measurements.
• The new system provides reliable values for the doctor and can be used as the basis
for reliable diagnostics and medication therapy for high blood pressure.
Why AAT?
• Human blood pressure can rise and fall rapidly.
• Three measurements allows for adjustments to abnormalities in the reading such as
exertion or movement.
Key advantages
Reduction of errors:
• Insufficient rest prior to measurement
• Movement
• Improper cuff positioning
Medical benefits
• Improved accuracy
• Reliable patient self-measurement data for the doctor
• Safe hypertension diagnostic
• Reliable therapy control
Measurement sequence
• With the full measurement cycles, the total measurement time remains less than
3 minutes, compared to a single measurement time of 1 minute.
• Single results are not displayed.
• Due to the "Data Analysis" result, a 4th measurement may be applied.