Owners Manual - Panasonic Parts and Accessories

Panasonic’
Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor
Monitor de presion arterial de brazo
Operating Instructions
Instrucciones de funcionamiento
Model No. EW3106
Modelo No. EW3106
For questions or assistance with your blood pressure
monitor, call us at 1-800-338-0552.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way 3D-1
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Before operating this device, please read these instructions completely and save this
manual for future use.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Basics of Blood Pressure
Important Instructions Before Use
Precautions to Ensure Safe, Reliable Operation
Easily Check Your Blood Pressure Readings Against the JNC7*
Classification
Parts Identification
Installing batteries
Positioning the pressure cuff
For accurate measurements
Cautions during measurements
Taking a reading
Flash warning system for hypertensive readings =
Storing measurement values
Recalling stored measurement values
After use/Specifications
Q&A
Caring for the device
Troubleshooting
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor
EW3106.
Measuring your own blood pressure is an important way of monitoring your
health. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a major health problem which
can be treated effectively once detected. Measuring your blood pressure
between doctor visits on a regular basis in the comfort of your home, and
keeping a record of the measurements, will help you monitor any significant
changes in your blood pressure. Keeping an accurate record of your blood
pressure will help your doctor diagnose and possibly prevent any health
problems in the future.
Basic of Blood Pressure
Your heart acts like a pump, sending blood surging through your blood
vessels each time it contracts. Blood pressure is the pressure exerted by
blood pumped from the heart on the walls of blood vessels. Systolic
pressure is the pressure exerted when the heart contracts and pumps blood
into the arteries. Diastolic pressure is the pressure exerted when the heart
expands, or relaxes. When you or your doctor take your blood pressure,
both your systolic and diastolic pressures are measured. If your blood
pressure measurement is 120 over 80 (120/80), for example, your systolic
pressure is 120 while your diastolic pressure is 80.
Important Instructions Before Use
1.
5.
Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. Blood pressure
measurements should only be interpreted by a health professional who
is familiar with your medical history.
If you are taking medication, consult with your physician to determine
the most appropriate time to measure your blood pressure. NEVER
change a prescribed medication without first consulting with your
physician.
Blood pressure can vary based on many factors, including age, gender,
weight and physical condition. In general, a person's blood pressure is
lower during sleep and higher when he or she is active. Blood pressure
can change easily in response to physiological changes. The setting in
which a person's blood pressure is measured can also affect the results.
Having one's blood pressure measured by a healthcare professional in a
hospital or clinic can cause nervousness and may result in a temporarily
elevated reading. Because blood pressure measurements taken in a
clinical setting can vary considerably from those taken at home, a
person's blood pressure should be measured not only occasionally in
the doctor's office, but also on a regular basis at home. Also, if you find
that your blood pressure is lower at home, this is not unusual. To
accurately compare with your physician's reading, take your Panasonic
blood pressure monitor to your doctor's office and compare readings in
this setting.
. People suffering from cardiac arrhythmia, vascular constriction, liver
disorders or diabetes, people with cardiac pacemakers or a weak pulse,
and women who are pregnant should consult their physician before
measuring their blood pressure themselves. Different values may be
obtained due to their condition.
Try to take your blood pressure measurements at the same time and
under the same conditions every day.
¢ The ideal time to measure your blood pressure (to obtain your so-called
"base blood pressure") is in the morning just after waking up, before
having breakfast and before any major activity or exercise. If this is not
possible, however, try to take measurements at a specified time prior to
breakfast, and before you have become active. You should relax for
about 5 minutes before taking the measurement.
e The following situations may cause substantial variations in blood
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pressure readings and should therefore be avoided at least 30 minutes
prior to taking your blood pressure.
Blood pressure will be higher than usual:
- when you are excited or tense
- when you are taking a bath
- during exercising or soon after exercising
- when it is cold
- within one hour after eating
- after drinking coffee, tea or other beverages containing caffeine
- after smoking tobacco
- when your bladder is full
Blood pressure will be lower than usual:
- after taking a bath
- after drinking alcohol
Measurements may be impaired if this unit is used near a television,
microwave oven, X-ray equipment or other devices with strong electrical
fields. To prevent such interference, use the unit at a sufficient distance
from such devices or turn the devices off.
. This unit is designed for use by adults. Consult with your physician
before using this unit on a child. Do not use on infants or toddlers.
This unit is not suitable for continuous monitoring during medical
emergencies or operations.
Do not use the unit for any purpose other than measuring blood
pressure. Do not use the unit together with other devices.
10. Improper handling of batteries may result in battery rupture or in
corrosion from battery leakage. Please observe the following to ensure
proper use of batteries.
a. Be sure to turn off the power after use.
b. Do not mix different types or sizes of batteries.
c. Change all batteries at the same time. Do not mix old and new
batteries.
d. Be sure to insert batteries with correct polarity, as instructed.
e. Remove batteries when they are worn out, and dispose of them
properly according to all applicable environmental regulations.
f. Do not disassemble batteries or throw them into a fire.
g. Do not short-circuit batteries.
h. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries included with the unit.
Precautions to Ensure Safe, Reliable Operation
Do not drop the unit. Protect it from sudden jars or shocks.
Do not insert foreign objects into any openings.
Do not attempt to disassemble the unit.
Do not crush the pressure cuff.
If the unit has been stored at temperatures below 0°C (32°F), leave it in
a warm place for about 15 minutes before using it. Otherwise, the cuff
may not inflate properly.
6. Do not store the unit in direct sunlight, high humidity or dust.
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Easily Check Your Blood Pressure Readings
Against the JNC 7* Classification
Blood Pressure Categories
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Stage 2 Hypertension e.g.: SBP 165
DBP 105
100
Stage 1 Hypertension e.g.: SBP 150
DBP 95
90
Prehypertension e.g.: SBP 130
DBP 85
80
Normal e.g.: SBP 115
DBP 75
Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP)
120 140 160 >
Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP) (mmHg)
If your systolic pressure falls in one category but your diastolic pressure in
another, your level is classified in the higher of the two categories.
* JNC 7: The Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on
Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure
National Institute of Health (NIH) Publication; No. 03-5233, May 2003
IMPORTANT:
e Do not be alarmed by temporarily high or low readings because
fluctuations in a person's blood pressure are not uncommon. If possible,
measure and record your blood pressure at the same time every day, and
consult your physician if you have questions or concerns.
e [f abnormal variations in blood pressure are observed in measurement,
please consult your physician.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION INSTALLING BATTERIES
Please check the instrument. * Always use alkaline batteries. (Four AA-size LR6 alkaline batteries)
Turn the main body over, press
lightly on the A mark on the
battery cover, and
remove the cover by sliding
it in the direction of the arrow.
G Pressure cuff socket
Pressure cuff Battery cover
plug
Display
Memory/Recall
button
Check the polarities of the
batteries and install them
Pressure cuff correctly.
Tube
Replace the battery cover and
slide it closed.
OLarge Cuff
(35cm - 44cm)
(13 3/4" to 17 1/4") CAUTION:
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Battery cover
Always follow the cautions printed on the batteries.
Check the polarities of the batteries and install them correctly.
Remove exhausted batteries promptly.
If the product will not be used for a long time, remove the batteries.
Batteries should be used before their expiration date.
Use after the expiration date may result in injury or staining of the
surrounding area due to generation of heat, bursting, or leakage.
Replace batteries when:
e The mark shown at left appears during use.
e All displays are lit for amoment after the On/Off Start
button is pressed, and then the display goes blank.
e No display appears even if the On/Off Start button is
X pressed.
e Approximately 500 measurements (approximately 5 months when
measurements are taken 3 times per day) can be taken with a set of fresh
Panasonic alkaline batteries (four AA-size LR6 batteries). (Measurement
conditions: Room temperature 22°C (72°F); Pressurized to 170mmHg;
Upper arm circumference: 30cm (11-51/64"))
e When batteries other than Panasonic alkaline batteries are used, battery
life may be shorter. When manganese batteries are used, battery life
becomes as short as 1/6th the life of alkaline batteries.
e Even if the product is not used for a long time, be sure to replace
batteries once a year. If battery replacement is delayed, damage due to
battery leakage may occur.
oe When replacing batteries, always use four fresh alkaline batteries of the
same type from the same manufacturer.
e When room temperature is low, battery life may become shorter.
POSITIONING THE PRESSURE CUFF
1 Insert the plug into the
socket.
e Insert the pressure cuff plug
all the way in.
2 Wrap around upper arm.
e Position the tube outlet
so that it is on the palm 7
side of the arm in line The blood pressure monitor can
with the little finger of be used by wrapping the cuff on
the hand. either upper arm. However,
since it has been said that the
difference in blood pressure
between the left and right arms
may be around 10mmHg, be
< sure to always use the same
X VELL for measurements. В
e Wrap around bare arm.
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<When wrapping around right arm> Fasten so that there is no
gap between the cuff and the
arm, but be careful that the cuff
is not too tight.
e Be careful not to catch your
clothes when wrapping the
cuff. (Doing so may lead to
Approximately 2
to 3em (25/32" inaccuracy.)
to 1-3/16") from e Press the tape fastener
inside of elbow down well.
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FOR ACCURATE MEASUREMENTS
Take measurements while sitting quietly and relaxing.
1 Rest your elbows
on a table, etc.
Position your arm so that
the pressure cuff is at the
same height as your
heart.
Position your palm upward, and
relax your hand.
Take measurements using the same upper arm in the
same position at the same time every day.
e Measurement values will vary according to the height of the pressure cuff.
e Take measurements in the morning immediately after you wake up, when
there is no urge to urinate. If this is difficult, take measurements before
breakfast and before you have moved a lot.
Relax and sit in a natural posture when taking
measurements.
e Always sit quietly for approximately 4 to 5 minutes before taking
measurements.
Relax your body, arm, and fingers and do not move their muscles.
Do not talk while taking measurements.
Do not use a cellular phone near the main body.
During measurement, do not touch the main body or the tube.
[CAUTION]
Keep away from cellular telephones and other sources of electromagnetic
radiation. Failure to do so could result in malfunctioning.
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CAUTIONS DURING MEASUREMENTS
In the following situations, accurate measurements
cannot be taken.
OWithin 1 hour of eating or drinking alcohol
Olmmediately after drinking coffee or tea, or smoking
Olmmediately after exercising or taking a bath
-Wait at least 20 minutes and take a measurement while staying quiet.
Oln a moving vehicle
Oln cold places
-Take measurements at ambient temperatures of 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F).
OWhen you need to urinate
-Wait several minutes after urinating before taking measurements.
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TAKING A READING
Measurement
1 Press the On/Off Start button.
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and a measurement will be taken.
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light for approximately blink when pulse is
1 second. detected during
e |fthereis air left in
the pressure cuff,
the fully lit time will
be longer. 2 When measurement has been completed, the
blood pressure value and
pulse rate will be displayed.
e Pressure will be automatically released from the
pressurization.
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J = pressure cuff.
Q f 4 e |f the measured value is in the high blood pressure
x 1 ==) region, the values will blink (for approximately 6
1 Г seconds). (For how to read the blood pressure
ата - display, see p. 13.)
ic e The (M) mark will blink. (For storing measurement
a values, see p. 14.)
* The pulse rate value is the beats per minute
calculated based on the pulse rate during
measurement.
To switch off the blood pressure monitor,
Press the On/Off Start button.
e If you forget to switch it off, the blood pressure
monitor will switch off automatically after
approximately 5 minutes.
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Flash warning system for hypertensive readings
If the measured values fall within the hypertension range, the reading
displayed on screen flashes on and off to alert user.
According to JNC 7 Classification, values consistently in excess of 140
mmHg (Sys.) and/or 90 mmHg (Dia.) are considered to constitute high blood
pressure.
Fig. 7
Diastolic | Hypertension
(mmHg) | (Stage 1, Stage 2)
90
Prehypertension
80
Normal
120 140 (mmHg)
Systolic
e Blood pressure readings will flash for approx. 6 seconds when in the high
blood pressure range.
Systolic blood pressure: 140 mmHg and over
Diastolic blood pressure: 90 mmHg and over
(Only when measurement is complete)
If measurements could not be taken properly
The remeasure mark E will be displayed.
When taking successive measurements, press the
Start/Stop button to switch off the blood pressure
monitor once and stay quiet for 4 to 5 minutes, and then
take the next measurement.
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Advice:
Often with the second measurement, there is less tension and you feel more
relaxed, so the blood pressure value is lower.
For people who easily get tense, measuring twice each time is very effective.
When two measurements are taken, normally the smaller measurement is stored.
When taking two measurements, always stay quiet for 4 to 5 minutes after the first
measurement before taking the second measurement.
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STORING MEASUREMENT VALUES
This product can store 42 measurement values.
— — After measurement, Press the
Memory/Recall button while the (M) mark is
or blinking.
DIA.
mmHg
Puls/min.
"К Onion Storing is completed.
e Up to 42 measurement values can be
stored. When the memory is full and
^^ additional values are stored, the oldest
value in memory will be deleted and the
pe new value will be stored.
DIA. e |f measurements could not be taken
mmHg
Puls/min.
properly (the € mark is shown instead of
the blood pressure value), measurement
values cannot be stored.
However, even if the € mark is shown for
M/R On/Off | Number of the blood pressure value, the pulse value
Start storeddata will still be stored.
RECALLING STORED MEASUREMENT VALUES
Measurements can be recalled after measurement is
completed or after the power has been switched off.
e If no measurement values are stored, no value will be shown.
1 Press the Memory/Recall button.
The average of all measured
values in memory will be ShOWN.
e (X73 will be shown at the bottom of the display.
e For example, if 42 measured values are
stored, the average of the 42 measurements
SYS.
mmHg
DIA.
mmHg
Puls/min.
will be shown. (If only 1 measurement is
To erase all measured values stored in memory:
1. Press the Memory/Recall button to recall stored measurement values.
2. Press the Memory/Recall button again and hold it pressed until the
measurement values disappear (longer than approximately 3
seconds).
* It is not possible to erase single measurement values.
To switch off the blood pressure monitor,
press the On/Off Start button.
e |f you forget to switch it off, the blood pressure
monitor will switch off automatically after
approximately 5 minutes.
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v the previously stored measurement values will be
shown in order, starting with the newest data.
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Note) — memory will be erased, so please be careful.
On/Off
WR Start
To cancel measurement value recall,
On/Off
Ter press the Start/Stop button.
e |f you forget to switch it off, the blood pressure
monitor will switch off automatically after
approximately 30 seconds.
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AFTER USE/SPECIFICATIONS
Storage
Unplug the plug from the main
body.
Roll up the pressure cuff loosely,
and Store the tube inside the
pressure cuff.
e Do not wrap the tube around the
main body, etc. Doing so may
result in excessive force on the
tube, and may result in a
malfunction.
e Be careful not to bend the tube.
Specifications
Power source DC 6V (4 AA-size alkaline batteries)
Display Digital LCD
Measurement method | Oscillometric system
Blood pressure: 0 to 280mmHg
Measurement range Pulse rate: 30 to 160 beats per minute
Accurac Blood pressure: Within +3mmHsg
uracy Pulse rate: Within +5%
Operation temperature / o o o
humidity range 10 to 40°C (50°F to 104°F), 10 to 95% RH
Storage
temperature/humidity -20 to 60°C (-14°F to 140°F), 10 to 95% RH
range
Measurable arm Approx. 20 to 40cm (7-3/4" to 15-3/4")
circumference
Weight Approx. 10.1 oz. (285g) (not including batteries)
Dimensions 15.0 x 11.0 x 6.8cm (5-29/32" x 4-21/64" x 2-43/64")
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Q&A
Why are the blood pressure values measured at home different
from those measured at the doctor's office?
A Blood pressure varies 24 hours a day.
In addition, it can change greatly depending on the weather, your
mental state, exercise, etc.
In particular, there is the phenomenon of "White coat hypertension” at
doctor's offices, where the blood pressure measured in a doctor's office
is higher because of stress or worry.
In addition, if the blood pressure measured at home is sometimes
higher and sometimes lower than the blood pressure measured at
the doctor's office, the following can be considered. Please pay
attention to these points when taking measurements.
@ ls the pressure cuff wrapped firmly?
®е Make sure that the pressure cuff is not
wrapped too loosely or too tightly.
e Is the pressure cuff wrapped around the
upper arm? Make sure it is not partly
covering the elbow.
For how to wrap the pressure cuff
correctly, refer to p. 10.
Do you feel worried or irritated?
Before taking measurements, take 2 or 3
deep breaths and relax to stabilize blood
pressure. In addition, it is recommended that
you sit quietly for about 4 to 5 minutes
before taking measurements.
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Why are measured blood pressure values different each time | take
a measurement?
A @® Blood pressure changes even within a single
day, and it is different depending on the
measurement posture. Because of this,
/ when taking measurements, be sure to
- 8 always take measurements under the same
conditions.
® For persons taking blood pressure
medication, blood pressure may change
greatly due to the effects of the medication.
® When taking 2 measurements in succession,
be sure to stay quiet for 4 to 5 minutes after
the first measurement before taking the next
measurement.
Q Why are the measured values different for the left and right arm?
It is said that differences in blood pressure
values between the left and right arms may
be around 10mmHg. The blood pressure can
be measured in either the left or right arm,
but all measurements should be taken using
the same arm.
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CARING FOR THE DEVICE
Please do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the device.
This may cause fire or cause the device to malfunction. It may also lead to
injury.
Please do not fold the pressure cuff back against itself.
Always use the pressure cuff on your upper arm and nowhere else.
e Either of these actions may cause the device to malfunction.
Do not apply excessive force on the device.
Do not drop the device.
Measurements may be impaired if the device is used close to televisions,
microwave ovens, X-ray equipment or other devices with strong electrical
fields.
Please measure your blood pressure at a sufficient distance from such
devices or switch them off.
The cuff may lose some of its elasticity at temperatures below 0°C. If the
device is exposed to such extreme temperatures, it is a good idea to leave it
until it warms up to room temperature before taking the next measurement.
As a basic principle, the device should not be exposed to extreme
conditions (cold, heat, humidity, dust).
Do not allow dust or other foreign objects to enter the device as this may
cause it to malfunction.
Cleaning the device
e Do not use anything other than a cloth with warm water and a little soapy
to wipe the device.
¢ Do not use thinners, benzene, or alcohol on the device as this may cause
discoloration and cracks.
e Cuff can not be washed.
Storage
¢ Avoid exposing the device to high temperatures, high humidity and direct
sunlight as this can cause the device to malfunction.
Long-term storage
e Remove the batteries before storing the device for long periods of time.
Failure to do so may result in the batteries leaking, which may cause the
device to malfunction.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Display Status before error OTT DEL TT)
Remeasure mark
E is displayed.
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Pressurization to more than
Were measurements
after waiting several dozen seconds.
taken according to the
280mmHg was performed. > proper procedure and in
the correct posture?
Pressure decreased suddenly |p See pp. 10 and 11.
and the remeasure mark E
appeared. P| Was the
Measurement was taken to pressurization cuff
20mmHg and then the p | Wrapped properly?
remeasure mark £ appeared. See p. 10
The heart mark Y blinked only a > Tube may not be
few times or not at alll. connected
sufficiently. Check
Pressurization doesn't occur even > the tube connection.
See p. 10.
Symptom
Possible cause
+ Position of pressure cuff is low.
Systolic o diastolic blood e Pressure cuffis not wrapped correct.
VSOIG OP aSIOICH000 pYESSLIE |, Yo Position of pressure cuf i high
value is high or low. e You moved or talked while measurements were being taken.
See pp. 10 and 11.
Blood pressure value is abnormally + Posture is different for each measurement.
high or low. > Seep. 11.
№ : dore from that measured » Blood pressure varies in response to minute changes in your mental
y fe doctor state, such as your reaction to a doctor's presence.
Measurement values are different > e Sit quietly for 4 to 5 minutes and then take another measurement,
with each measurement, Seep. 11.
No display appears even when the
Start'Stop button is pressed. >
+ Batteries are exhausted.
When he SrfStop uton vas + Batteries are installed with the polarities wrong.
ution w See pp. 8 and 9.
pressed, all displays became lit and | y» PP
then the display disappeared.
If problem continues
Instrument is broken.
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Take it to the store where it was
purchased for testing and repairs.
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