Panasonic EW3002W EW3002 User Guide - Page 7

Measuring Your Blood Pressure Relax during measurements. 1. To begin measurement, press the Start (On/Off) button (Fig. 7). • The LCD display will show 888 and then switch to 0. The pressure cuff will automatically inflate (Fig. 8). • The pressure gradually decreases and when the pulse is detected, the heart mark will blink (Fig. 10). Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 SYS. mmH DIA. mmH P/min. R On/Off Start SYS. mmH DIA. mmH P/min. R On/Off Start SYS. mmH DIA. mmH P/min. R On/Off Start SYS. mmH DIA. mmH P/min. R On/Off Start 2. When finished, the blood pressure measurement and the pulse rate (number of beats per minute) are indicated on the display. The air in the pressure cuff is then automatically released. If the measured values fall within the hypertension range, the displayed values will blink for about 6 seconds (Fig. 11). Fig. 11 SYS. mmH DIA. mmH P/min. R On/Off Start Error • If "E" (meaning error) appears in the display (Fig.12) during measurement, an error has occurred, e.g., you have moved your hand during measurement. In this case, turn the unit off, wait at least 5 minutes and measure again. Fig. 12 3. A measurement is automatically stored in the memory. • Up to 21 measurements can be stored and recalled later. After you have stored 21 measurements, the oldest one will be deleted automatically when you measure a new one. 4. To switch the unit off, press the Start (On/Off) button. • The unit switches off automatically approximately 5 minutes after measurement is completed. Note: • During the measurement, the unit may re-inflate once or twice in order to start at the appropriate pressure level. This is normal and is not an indication of a malfunction. CAUTION: • For persons with poor circulation resulting from diabetes, liver disease, arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure or other conditions, there may be significant differences in blood pressure values measured at the wrist versus at the upper arm. • Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. • NEVER change a prescribed medication without first consulting with your physician. 11 12