Oregon Scientific BPW129 User Manual

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Please observe the following safety precautions when setting
up and using your blood pressure monitor.

·

This device is intended for adult use only.

·

This device is intended for non-invasive measuring and
monitoring of arterial blood pressure. It is not intended
for use on extremities other than the wrist or for functions
other than obtaining a blood pressure measurement.

·

Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis. This
unit allows you to monitor your blood pressure. Do not
begin or end medical treatment based solely on the
measurements of this device. Consult a physician for
treatment advice.

·

If you are taking medication, consult your physician to
determine the most appropriate time to measure your
blood pressure. Never change a prescribed medication
without consulting your physician.

·

This unit is not suitable for continuous monitoring during
medical emergencies or operations.

·

If the cuff pressure exceeds 300mmHg, the unit will
automatically deflate. Should the cuff not deflate when
pressures exceeds 300mmHg, detach the cuff from the
wrist and press the ON button to stop inflation.

·

To avoid measurement errors, carefully read this manual
before using the product.

Pulse

Pulse rate per minute.

Millimeter(s)

Measurement unit

of mercury

for blood pressure

Kilopascal

Measurement unit

for blood pressure

Memory

If “MEM” shows, the displayed
measurement value is from the
memory, and not necessarily
from the last reading.

Weak battery

Batteries are low and need
to be replaced.

Inflating

Unit is inflating with air to
obtain the needed level of
pressure.

Deflating

Wrist cuff air is exhausting,
or deflating.

NOTE:  The arrow on the left side of the LCD display
indicates the type of measurement taken and its unit (for
example, MAP measured in mmHg, or SYS/DIA measured
in kPa)

The average blood pressure
measured (for more
information, see page 4, “What
is Mean Arterial Pressure?”).

Mean arterial
pressure