Intended use
Fully Automatic Electronic Blood Pressure Monitor is for use by medical professionals or at home and is a non-invasive blood pressure measurement system intended to measure the diastolic and systolic blood pressures and pulse rate of an adult individual by using a noninvasive technique in which an inflatable cuff is wrapped around the upper arm. The cuff circumference is limited to 17cm-48cm (approx. 6 11/16"-18 29/32")
CONTRAINDICATION
▲ This wireless blood pressure monitor (electronic sphygmomanometer) is not suitable for people with severe arrhythmia.
DISPLAY INDICATORS
SETUP AND OPERATION
DOWNLOAD THE APP (Optional)
Before first use, download and install the iHealth MyVitals app from the App Store (iOS device) or Google Play (Android device). Use the search term "myvitals". The icon for the MyVitals app will look like this.
INSTALLING BATTERY
- Open the battery cover at the back of the device.
- Insert four "AA" batteries. Make sure the batteries are inserted according to the positive and negative marks ("+" and "-") printed in the battery housing.
- Close the battery cover.
Note:
- When LCD shows a low battery symbol
, replace all batteries with new ones.
- Rechargeable batteries are not suitable for this device.
TIME AND DATE SETUP
The time and date setup will be initiated immediately after the batteries are inserted. You can choose to set the time automatically or manually.
Automatic time setting:
When the Bluetooth symbol flashes, connect the device to the app to set the time automatically.
Manual time setting:
- The default time format is set to 12 hours. Press the "M1" or "M2" button to switch the 24-hour format. Press the "START/STOP" button to confirm your selection.
- After selecting your desired time format, the year value will begin flashing. Use the "M1" or "M2" button to adjust the value. Holding down the "M1" or "M2" button enables rapid selection.
- Press the START/STOP button to confirm your choice and proceed to the next setting screen. The setting order is "Year/Month/Day/Hour, Minute," as shown in the following figure.
- To modify the time set, press and hold the "M1" and "START/STOP" buttons for two seconds while the monitor is powered off.
Note: The default time is July 1, 2024, at 12:00 AM. The year can be adjusted from 2024 to 2099 After replacing the batteries, you should readjust the time and date.
CONNECTING THE CUFF TO THE DEVICE
Insert the end of the cuff tube firmly into the device's air tube socket on the left side. Next to the air hole, there is a cuff symbol .
APPLYING THE CUFF
- Pull the cuff through the metal loop. Slide your bare arm through the cuff and tighten it securely. Close the velcro to fasten the cuff in place.
- Ensure the bottom of the cuff is positioned 15" (1 to 2 cm) above your elbow joint and fits comfortably, yet snugly, around your arm. You should be able to insert one finger between your arm and the cuff. If applying the cuff on your left arm, Position the cuff so that the cuff tube is in the middle of your arm and line with your middle finger.
- If applying the cuff on your right arm, Position the cuff so that the cuff tube is at the side of your elbow and in line with your little finger.
Note:
- Please refer to the cuff circumference range in "SPECIFICATIONS" to ensure appropriate usage.
- Always measure on the same arm for consistency.
- Do not apply the cuff if the arm has inflammation, acute diseases, or skin wounds.
To prevent measurement failure or injury, please avoid squeezing or bending the connection tube during the measurement process
BODY POSTURE DURING MEASUREMENT
Sitting during measurement:
- Sit with your feet flat on the floor and avoid crossing your legs.
- Extend your arm with your palm facing up, resting comfortably on a flat surface.
- Position the cuff to be at the same level as your heart.
Lying down during measurement:
- Lie on your back
- Place your left arm straight along your side with your palm facing up.
- Ensure the cuff is positioned at the same level as your heart.
TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE READING
- After securing the cuff and getting comfortable, press the "START/STOP" button to take a measurement. Verify the LCD display matches what is shown below.
Note: Contact customer service if any display symbol is missing. - The device will briefly display the latest measurement for three seconds. Within these three seconds, use the "M1" or "M2" button to select your desired user group(
).
Note: If no user group is selected, the measurement will be stored in the most recently selected user group - Then, the device will begin inflating the cuff. During this process, either of the following cuff symbols will appear:
The cuff is loose or not wrapped properly.
The cuff is wrapped properly.
- The monitor slowly releases air from the cuff and carries out the measurement. Lastly, the blood pressure and pulse rate will be calculated and displayed on the LCD screen.
When the monitor displays the results, the backlight color will change based on the blood pressure classification according to WHO (World Health Organization): Green for "Optimal" and "Normal" Yellow for "High-Normal," Yellow with a flashing backlight for "Grade 1 Hypertension, Red for "Grade 2 Hypertension," and Red with a flashing backlight for "Grade 3 Hypertension."
Notes:
1) The blood pressure classification indicator and IHB symbol (if applicable) will blink on the screen.
2) If any of the symbols below are displayed, the measurement result may not be accurate. Please take another measurement.Body movement detected during measurement.
3) Please consult a healthcare professional for the interpretation of the measurements. - The device will automatically turn off after 1 minute of inactivity. Alternatively, press the START/STOP button to turn off the device at any time.
VIEWING STORED READINGS
You can access your stored readings by pressing the "M1" or "M2" buttons while the measurement results are displayed or while the monitor is powered off to view the stored readings for the desired user.
- After pressing the "M1" or "M2" button, the LCD screen will show the number of stored readings. Press the "M1" button to advance to the next screen, or it will proceed automatically after three seconds.
- When "AL" flashes at the bottom of the LCD, the displayed numbers represent the average of all the readings for the selected user.
- Press the "M1" button again to display "A3," showing the average of the selected user's three most recent readings.
- Press the "M1" button once more to show "01," showing the most recent reading for that user.
- Press the "M1" button again to navigate to the next result. Repeat to browse through all readings.
- Similarly, use the "M2" button and follow steps a through e to view User 2's readings.
- The device will automatically turn off after one minute of inactivity. Alternatively, you can press the "START/STOP" button to turn off the device anytime.
Note: The classification indicator shows different numbers based on systolic and diastolic pressure. For details, refer to the "ASSESSING HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE FOR ADULTS" section of the user manual.