Omron M3- User Manual

4 2. Preparation 2.1 Installing/Replacing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert four “AA” batteries as indicated in the battery compartment and then replace the battery cover. Notes: • If the battery low symbol ( ) appears on the display, turn the unit off then replace all batteries a...

5 2. Preparation EN 2.2 Setting the Buzzer/ Date and Time 1. Press the button. 2. Set the Buzzer. 3. Set the monitor to the correct date and time before taking a measurement for the first time. 4. Press the O/I START button to store the setting. Notes: • If the batteries have been removed for 30 sec...

6 3. Using the Unit 3.1 Applying the Arm Cuff Remove tight-fitting clothing or tight rolled up sleeve from your upper arm.Do not place the cuff over thick clothes. 1. Insert the air plug into the air jack. 2. Put your arm through the cuff loop. 3. Position the arm correctly. The bottom edge of the c...

7 3. Using the Unit EN 3.2 How to Sit Correctly To take a measurement, you need to be relaxed and comfortably seated, under comfortable room temperature. No eating, smoking or exercising 30 minutes before taking a measurement. • Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the floor.• Sit upright with your...

8 3. Using the Unit 3.3 Taking a Reading Notes: • To cancel a measurement, press the O/I START button to turn off the unit and to release the air in the arm cuff.• Remain still while taking a measurement. 1. Press the O/I START button. The cuff will start to inflate automatically.The buzzer will sou...

9 3. Using the Unit EN 2. Remove the arm cuff. 3. Press the O/I START button to turn off the monitor. The monitor automatically stores the measurement in its memory.It will automatically turn off after five minutes. Important: • Recent research suggests that the following values can be used as a gui...

10 3. Using the Unit 3.4 Using the Memory Function The monitor automatically stores the result up to 60 sets. It can also calculate an average reading based on the measurements from the last three readings taken within 10 minutes. If there are only two readings in memory for that period, the average...

11 3. Using the Unit EN To delete all the values stored in memory When the memory symbol ( ) appears, first press the Memory button. Then while holding it down, press the O/I START button simultaneously for about 2-3 seconds. Note: You cannot partially delete the stored readings. HEM-7200-E(V)_A_M_m...

12 4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 4.1 The Icons and Error Messages Error Display Cause Remedy Irregular or weak pulses are detected. Remove the arm cuff. Wait 2-3 minutes and then take another measurement. Repeat the steps in section 3.3. If this error continues to appear, contact your doctor. M...

13 4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance EN Note: The irregular heartbeat symbol ( ) may also be displayed with error messages. Cuff is under inflated. Carefully read and repeat the steps listed under section 3.3. Movement during measurement. Repeat measurement. Remain still and do not talk during meas...

14 4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 4.2 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy The reading is extremely low (or high). Arm cuff not applied correctly. Apply the arm cuff correctly. Refer to section 3.1. Movement or talking during measurement. Remain still and do not talk during measurement.Refer to ...

16 4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 4.3 Maintenance To protect your unit from damage, please observe the following: • Do not subject the main unit and the cuff to extreme temperatures, humidity, moisture or direct sunlight.• Do not fold the cuff or tubing tightly.• Do not inflate the arm cuff over...

17 4. Troubleshooting and Maintenance EN 4.4 Storage Keep the unit in its storage case when not in use. 1. Unplug the air tube from the air connector. 2. Gently fold the air tube into the arm cuff. Note: Do not bend the air tube excessively. 3. Place the arm cuff and main unit in the storage case. D...

18 5. Optional Parts Using the Optional AC Adapter 1. Insert the AC adapter plug into the AC adapter jack on the rear side of the main unit. 2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. To disconnect the AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet first and then remove the AC a...

19 EN 6. Technical Data Note: Subject to technical modification without prior notice. Product Description Digital Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Model OMRON M3 (HEM-7200-E(V)/ HEM-7200-E8(V)) Display LCD Digital Display Measurement Method Oscillometric method Measurement Range Pressure: 0 mmHg to ...

22 7. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood flowing against the walls of the arteries. Arterial blood pressure is constantly changing during the course of the heart’s cycle. The highest pressure in the cycle is called t...

24 7. Some Useful Information about Blood Pressure Classification of Blood Pressure by the World Health Organization The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Society of Hypertension (ISH) developed the Blood Pressure Classification shown in this figure.This classification is based o...