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Introduction
1.1. Features
The blood pressure monitor is a semi-automatic, digital blood pressure measuring device for use on the upper arm,
which enables very fast and reliable measurement of the systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as the pulse
frequency by way of the oscillometric method of measuring.
The device offers a very high and clinical tested measurement accuracy and has been designed to provide a max-
imum of user-friendliness.
Before using, please read through this instruction manual carefully and then keep it in a safe place. For further
questions on the subject of blood pressure and its measurement, please contact your doctor.
Attention!
1.2. Important information about self-measurement
• Do not forget: self-measurement means control, not diagnosis or treatment. Unusual values must always be
discussed with your doctor. Under no circumstances should you alter the dosages of any drugs prescribed by 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.
Electromagnetic interference
The device contains sensitive electronic components (Microcomputer). Therefore, avoid strong electrical or electro-
magnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g. mobile telephones, microwave cookers). These can lead to
temporary impairment of the measuring accuracy.
2. Important information on the subject of blood pressure and its measurement
2.1. How does high/low blood pressure arise?
The level of blood pressure is determined in a part of the brain, the so-called circulatory centre, and adapted to
the respective situation by way of feedback via the nervous system. To adjust the blood pressure, the strength and
frequency of the heart (Pulse), as well as the width of circulatory blood vessels is altered. The latter is effected by
way of fine muscles in the blood-vessel walls.
The level of arterial blood pressure changes periodically during the heart activity: During the «blood ejection»
(Systole) the value is maximal (systolic blood pressure value), at the end of the heart's «rest period» (Diastole)
minimal (diastolic blood pressure value).
The blood pressure values must lie within certain normal ranges in order to prevent particular diseases.
2.2. Which values are normal?
Blood pressure is too high if at rest, the diastolic pressure is above 90 mmHg and/or the systolic blood pressure
is over 140 mmHg. In this case, please consult your doctor immediately. Long-term values at this level endanger
your health due to the associated advancing damage to the blood vessels in your body. With blood pressure values
that are too low, i.e. systolic values under 100 mmHg and/or diastolic values under 60 mmHg, likewise, please
consult your doctor.
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