DR TRUST I CHECK PRO-116 (01) PDF MANUAL

DR TRUST I CHECK PRO-116 (01) PDF SUMMARY:

What is the purpose of the Dr Trust ICheck Pro-116 with MDI Blood Pressure Monitor?

The Dr Trust ICheck Pro-116 with MDI Blood Pressure Monitor enables you to monitor your blood pressure regularly and helps to maintain a record of your blood pressure measurements. You can then share this record with your physician for further recommendations. This digital BP measuring device is fully automatic and comes with integrated time/date display. The device gives quick and reliable measurements of the systolic and diastolic blood-pressure as well as the pulse frequency through the Measurement During Inflation (MDI) technology. It is intended to be used at health facilities, fitness centers and other public facilities for blood pressure measurements of the visitors, and in outpatient clinics of general hospitals for BP measurements of patients. It is equipped with a Cuff Ok indicator to recognize right cuff wrapping. The device also has an arm movement detector which indicates if your body positioning is not correct during the measurement.

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What are the key features of the Dr Trust ICheck Pro-116 with MDI?

• The device is intended for self-use at home.
• The device offers 2X measurement option for very high accuracy.
• It comes with an arm movement detector and cuff Ok indicator.
• BP measurement can be performed using either the right or left arm.
• The arm cuff is inflated around the arm by pressing the START/STOP button and deflation speed is automatically controlled.
• Easy to operate as no special adjustment is required.
• The whole testing procedure is done with a touch automatically for a quick and easy measurement.
• It is a fully automatic, digital, blood pressure measuring device with MDI technology.
• It provides a fast and reliable measurement of systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as heart rate using the oscillometric measurement method.
• It displays pulse irregularities measured during a blood pressure reading.
• A Hypertension Classification Indicator displays the range between which your blood pressure values lie.
• The memory feature allows you to store 120 blood pressure readings for 2 users along with date & time.
• It has been designed to provide a maximum of user-friendliness.

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What are some important points to consider when taking self-measurements?

• Substitution of a different component might result in measurement error.
• The cuff is replaceable only by an original one.
• Do not use with neonatal patients.
• It will cause harmful injury to the patient or affect the blood pressure due to connection tubing kinking.
• Too frequent measurements can cause injury to the patient due to blood flow interference.
• The application of the cuff over a wound can cause further injury.
• Avoid pressurization of the cuff on any limb where intravascular access or an arteriovenous shunt is present.
• Do not let the cuff pressure you on the arm which is on the side of a mastectomy.
• Not intended to be used together with HF surgical equipment.
• Self-measurement means control, not diagnosis or treatment.
• Unusual values must always be discussed with your doctor.
• The pulse display is not suitable for checking the frequency of heart pacemakers.
• In cases of cardiac irregularity (Arrhythmia), measurements made with this instrument should only be evaluated after consultation with the doctor.
• For further questions on the subject of blood-pressure and its measurement, please contact your doctor.
• Avoid strong electrical or electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g. mobile telephones, microwave cookers). These can lead to temporary impairment of the measuring accuracy.

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What are some common causes of high blood pressure?

Inactivity, poor diet, obesity, older age, and genetics reasons are some key causes that can contribute to the development of hypertension.

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What blood pressure values are considered normal?

According to the World Health Organization:

• Optimal BP: Systolic between 100 and 120 mmHg, and Diastolic between 60 and 80 mmHg. Self-check is recommended.
• Normal BP: Systolic between 120 and 129 mmHg, and Diastolic between 80 and 84 mmHg. Self-check is recommended.
• High to Normal BP: Systolic between 130 and 139 mmHg, and Diastolic between 85 and 89 mmHg. Consult your doctor.
• Slight Hypertension: Systolic between 140 and 159 mmHg, and Diastolic between 90 and 99 mmHg. Seek medical advice.
• Medium Hypertension: Systolic between 160 and 179 mmHg, and Diastolic between 100 and 109 mmHg. Seek medical advice.
• Strong Hypertension: Systolic higher than 180 mmHg, and Diastolic higher than 110 mmHg. Urgently seek medical advice!

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What should you do if you get an exceptionally high reading?

If your values are mostly standard under resting conditions but exceptionally high under conditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suffering from so-called «labile hypertension». If you have correctly measured diastolic blood-pressure values above 120mmHg, immediate medical treatment is required.

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What is an important point to note about using the measurement results?

Never use the results of your measurements to alter independently the drug doses prescribed by your doctor.

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What are the components of the blood pressure monitor?

The blood pressure monitor includes:

• Display screen
• Cuff connector
• Time button
• On/Off button
• Memory button
• User traffic light display
• Memory set number
• Memory symbol
• 2-Measurement mode symbol
• Arm movement indicator
• Heart arrhythmia indicator
• Heart symbol
• Pulse indicator
• Low battery warning
• Time and date display
• Cuff check indicator
• Systolic value
• Diastolic value

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How do you insert the batteries?

a) Insert the batteries (4 x size AAA 1.5V), after observing the indicated polarity. b) The low battery icon appears in the display when the batteries remain 20%. c) If the battery warning icon appears in the display, it means the batteries are empty and must be replaced by new ones.

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What are the battery usage recommendations?

• After the battery warning icon appears, the device is blocked until the batteries have been replaced.
• Please use «AAA» Long-Life or Alkaline 1.5V Batteries.
• The use of 1.2V Accumulators is not recommended.
• If the blood-pressure monitor is left unused for a long period, please remove the batteries from the device.

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How do you read the set date?

Please press the TIME button and the date will be shown in the display.

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How do you set the user, time, and date?

• User selection: a) Before measurement, make sure you set the unit for the intended user. The unit can track results for 2 individuals. b) Press the TIME button for at least 3 seconds. The display now indicates the set user, during which the set user blinks, to confirm, press ON/OFF button. c) Click the MEMORY button to select a user.
• Setting The Time & Date
  1. Press the TIME button for at least 3 seconds then, the user icon will blink. Then press the TIME button again; the display now indicates the set year, during which the four characters blink.
  2. The correct year can be entered by pressing the MEMORY button.
  3. Press the TIME button again. The display now switches to the current date, during which the first character (month) blinks.
  4. The corresponding month can now be entered by pressing the MEMORY button.
  5. Press the TIME button again. The last two characters start now blinking.
  6. The corresponding day can now be entered by pressing the MEMORY button.
  7. Press the TIME button again. The display now switches to the current time, during which the first character (Hour) blinks.
  8. The corresponding hour can now be entered by pressing the MEMORY button.
  9. Press the TIME button again. The last two characters (minutes) now blink.
  10. The exact time can now be entered by pressing the MEMORY button.
  11. Press the TIME button: the unit of measurement will flash.
  12. Press the "MEMORY to set the unit of measurement (mm Hg or kPa)
  13. Once you have made your settings, press the TIME button. The setting is confirmed and the clock starts running.
  14. After all settings have been made, press the TIME button once again. The date is briefly displayed and then the time. The input is now confirmed and the clock begins to work.
• Note: With each press of the button (TIME, MEMORY) one input is made. If you keep the respective button pressed, you can switch more quickly to find the desired value respectively.

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What should you do before taking a measurement?

• Avoid eating, drinking alcohol, bathing, smoking as well as all forms of exertion directly before taking the measurement as all these factors influence the measurements.
• Try to rest for 15-30 minutes by sitting in an armchair in a quiet atmosphere prior to taking a measurement.
• Always take measurements in a quiet place.
• Stress raises blood pressure. So don’t take measurements during stressful times.
• Measure always on the same arm (preferably left).
• Attempt to carry out the measurements regularly at the same time of day, since the blood-pressure changes during the course of the day.
• Avoid wearing tight clothing on your arm.
• Do not talk, just remain still during the measurement.
• The cuff (arm) should be at the same level as your heart.

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What are some common sources of error when taking a measurement?

• All efforts by the patient to support the arm can increase the blood-pressure.
• The performance of the BP Monitor can be affected by extremes of temperature, humidity and altitude.
• Avoid compression or restriction of the connection tubing.
• A loose cuff causes false measurements values.
• With repeated measurements, blood accumulates in the respective arm, which can lead to false results. Correctly executed blood-pressure measurements should therefore first be repeated after a 5 minute pause or after the arm has been held up in order to allow the accumulated blood to flow away (after at least 3 minutes).

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How do you fit the cuff?

• Insert air connector into air outlet shown in photo and make sure the air connector is fitted properly to avoid air leakage.
• The distance between the edge of cuff and the elbow should be approx 2-3cm.
• Secure the cuff with the Velcro fastener, so that it lies comfortably and not too tight. Ensure that no space should remain between the cuff and the arm.
• Lay the arm on a table, with the palm upwards. Support the arm a little with a rest (cushion), so that the cuff rests at about the same height as the heart.
• Sit quietly in the same position for 2 minutes after beginning with the measurement.
• Let legs be uncrossed, feet flat on the floor, back and arm supported.

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How do you start a measurement in standard mode?

a) Press the ON/OFF button, the pump begins to inflate the cuff. In the display, the increasing cuff-pressure is continually displayed. b) Cuff Fitting Detection: the icon will appear and blink during measuring, if the cuff is fit too loose. The icon ~ will appear during measuring, if the cuff is fit well. c) Arm Movement Detection: If the body or arm movement error is detected during the measurement, the icon ~ will appear. Repeat the measurement for getting accurate results. d) As the cuff inflates, the monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level. This monitor detects your blood pressure and pulse rate during inflation. The heartbeat symbol • flashes at every heartbeat. When the device has detected the pulse, the heart symbol in the display begins to blink for every pulse beat. The measured systolic and diastolic blood-pressure values as well as the pulse frequency are now displayed. The measurement results are displayed, until you switch the device off. If no button is pressed for 3 minutes, the device switches automatically off, to save the batteries.

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How do you start a measurement in MAC mode?

a) Press and hold the ON/OFF button for about 2 seconds, the symbol @ appears in the display. b) The middle, left-hand section of the display shows a 1, 2 to indicate which of the 2 measurements is currently being taken. There is a break of 15 seconds between the measurements. A countdown indicates the remaining time. c) The individual results are not displayed. Your blood pressure will only be displayed after all 2 measurements are taken. d) Do not remove the cuff between measurements. e) If one of the individual measurements is questionable, a third one is automatically taken. During the Measurement: As the cuff inflates, the monitor automatically determines your ideal inflation level. This monitor detects your blood pressure and pulse rate during inflation. The Heartbeat Symbol • flashes at every heartbeat. When the device has detected the pulse, the heart symbol in the display begins to blink for every pulse beat. Measured result: The measured systolic and diastolic blood-pressure values as well as the pulse frequency are now displayed.

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How do you discontinue a measurement?

If it is necessary to interrupt a blood pressure measurement for any reason, the “ON/OFF” power button can be pressed at any time. The device then immediately lowers the cuff-pressure automatically.

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How do you store and recall measurements?

The blood-pressure monitor automatically stores each of the last 120 measurement values with user identity. By pressing the MEMORY button, an average value of the last 3 measurements as well as the last measurement and the further last 120 measurements (MR119,MR118, … ,MRl) can be displayed one after the other. (Mrl: Values of the last measurement) (MR2-MR120: Values of the measurement before MRl)

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How do you cancel all measurements?

In order to delete all stored readings, press the MEMORY button for at least 5 seconds, the display will show the symbol «CL» and then release the button. To clear the memory permanently, Press the MEMORY button while «CL» is flashing, and all stored readings would be deleted permanently.

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What does the Pulse Arrhythmia Indicator mean?

This symbol indicates that certain pulse irregularities were detected during the measurement. In this case, the result may deviate from your normal blood pressure; repeat the measurement. If the symbol appears on a regular basis (e.g. several times in a week with measurements taken daily), we advise you to tell your doctor.

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What do the error messages mean?

• ERR 1: No pulse has been detected.
• ERR 2: Unnatural pressure impulses influence the measurement result. Reason: The arm was moved during the Measurement (Artefact).
• ERR 3: The inflation of the cuff takes too long. The cuff is not correctly seated.
• ERR 5: The measured readings indicated an unacceptable difference between systolic and diastolic pressures. Take other reading following directions carefully. Contact your doctor if you continue to get unusual readings.
• ERR 6: The pressure in the cuff is too high (over 290 mmHg).

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What should you do if the display remains empty when the instrument is switched on?

1. Check batteries for correct polarity and if necessary insert correctly.
2. If the display is unusual, re-insert batteries or exchange them.

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What should you do if the device frequently fails to measure blood pressure or if the values are too low or too high?

1. Check the positioning of the cuff.
2. Measure the blood-pressure again in peace and quiet, under observance of the details made under point 5.

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What should you do if every measurement produces a different value?

1. Read the information under “Common sources of error”. Repeat the measurement. Blood pressure fluctuates continually so successive measurements will show some variability.

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What should you do if blood pressure measurements differ from those measured by the doctor?

1. Record the daily development of the values and consult your doctor. Individuals visiting their doctor frequently experience anxiety, which can result in a higher reading at the doctor than obtained at home under resting conditions.

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How should you care for and maintain the device?

a) Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, humidity, dust or direct sunlight. b) The cuff contains a sensitive air-tight bubble. Handle this carefully and avoid all types of straining through twisting or buckling. c) Clean the device with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use petrol, thinners or similar solvents. Spots on the cuff can be removed carefully with a damp cloth and soapsuds. The cuff must not be washed! d) Do not drop the instrument or treat it roughly in any way. Avoid strong vibrations. e) Never open the device! Otherwise, the manufacturer calibration becomes invalid!

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How often should the device be re-calibrated?

The device should be checked for accuracy every 2 years.

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What is the battery life?

1000 times measurement with 4- size “AAA” alkaline Batteries

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What are some safety and protection guidelines?

• This instrument may be used only for the purpose described in this booklet. The manufacturer will not be responsible for the damage caused by incorrect application.
• This instrument comprises sensitive components and must be treated with caution.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions described in the “Technical specifications” section.
• Protect it from water and moisture, extreme temperatures, impact and dropping, contamination and dust, direct sunlight, heat and cold.
• The cuffs are sensitive and must be handled with care.
• Only pump up the cuff once fitted.
• Do not use the instrument close to strong electromagnetic fields such as mobile telephones or radio installations.
• Do not use the instrument if you think it is damaged or notice anything unusual.
• If the instrument is not going to be used for a prolonged period, the batteries should be removed.
• Ensure that children do not use the instrument unsupervised: some parts are small enough to be swallowed.
• Must use the recognized accessories, detachable parts and materials, if the use of other parts or materials can degrade minimum safety.
• Remove primary batteries if the instrument is not likely to be used for some time.
• Always clean the instrument only with a soft and dry cloth.
• Do not submerge the device or any of the components in water.
• Do not allow the BP monitor to strong shocks, such as dropping the unit on the floor.
• Store the device and the components in a clean, safe location.
• Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit or components, as it will void the user warranty.

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How should the device be disposed of?

Batteries and electronic instruments must be disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable regulations, not with domestic waste.

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What are the technical specifications?

• Display: Digital display
• Pressure: 30 to 280 mmHg (in 1 mmHg increment)
• Pulse: 40 to 199 beat/minute
• Static accuracy: Pressure ±3mmHg / Pulse: ±5% of reading
• Measuring resolution: 1mmHg
• Inflation: Automatic inflation by internal pump
• Memory function: 2 x 120 memories for 2 users (SYS, DIA, Pulse)
• Decompression: Constant exhaust valve system
• Power source: 4- size “AAA” alkaline Batteries
• Operation temperature: 5~40°C/41-104°F
• Operation humidity: 15%-80%RH maximum
• Storage temperature: -20-+55°C/-4-+131 °F
• Storage humidity: 10%-95%RH maximum
• Dimensions: 135x90x41 ±1.0 mm
• Weight: 375 g±5g (including batteries and cuff)
• Cuff pressure display range: 0-290mmHg/0-38. 7KPa