Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 7689 Sunbeam
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AUTOMATIC WRIST BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR One piece, one step Model 7689 Important Notes: Only a physician is qualified to interpret changes in your blood pressure. This device is not intended to replace regular medical exami- nations. It is recommended that your physician review your procedure for using this monitor.
Helpful information What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force that blood exerts on the arteries. This force is constantly changing as the heart beats. When the heart contracts, blood pressure reaches its highest value. This is called systolic blood pressure.
remains high over a long period of time. Untreated, hypertension can cause many seri- ous medical problems including strokes and heart attacks. To control hypertension, the American Heart Association recommends that you not smoke, reduce fat and salt intake, main- tain proper weight, exercise and get regular physical check-ups.
5) Do not be concerned with the results of one measurement. Many measurements, record- ed over a long period of time, will provide a better indication of your blood pressure.
Correct Method of Measurement To obtain the most accurate blood pressure measurement, please follow these important, directions. l Be seated in a chair with back support. l Rest your arm on a table so the cuff is at the same level as your heart. l Use the storage case or similar item to sup- port the forearm.
Preparation Before Taking a Measurement Battery Installation/Replacement 1) Slide the battery cover off in the direction of the arrow. 2) Install or replace the two AA batteries, noting the proper orientation of positive (t) and neg- ative (-) terminals of the batteries in the battery compartment.
2) 3) 4) 5) Do not apply wrist unit on top of a shirt sleeve. Wrap the cuff snugly around your wrist and attach using the fas- tener. The top and bot- tom edges of the cuff should be tightened evenly around your wrist. (diagram C) Any gap between the wrist and cuff will affect the result of measurement.
snug for a short while; this is normal. Try to remain relaxed, refrain from talking, and be as still as pos- sible during the measurement Note: If the unit determines that the initial inflation pressure was insufficient, it will re-inflate to a higher pressure.
Memory Function Memory Input Your Sunbeam Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor has a memory feature. When a valid measurement is made, the reading data (systolic, diastolic and pulse rate) will be stored in the memory auto- matically as soon as the unit is turned off, automatically shuts off, or when another measurement is initiated.
~~~ 330 Indication: Cause: Correction: Cuff pressure reaches 330 mmHg. Twisted bladder inside of the cuff. Make sure that the bladder lays flat within the cuff. E l-0- Indication: Displays “Err’: cuff pressure releases and “0” pressure displays.
Troubleshooting Problem Nothing appears in display No measurement occurs Blood pressure readings are too high or low Recommended Action l Make sure that the batteries are properly installed (Battery polarity matches the indications in the battery case.
Troubleshooting (cont.) Problem Recommended Action Blood pressure l Your blood pressure readings can fluctuate are variable considerably through out the day.
Care and Maintenance (cont.) Cleaning and storage l Do not press the START button without the cuff around your wrist. l Do not disassemble or modify the monitor or the wrist cuff.
1 Year limited Warranty Sunbeam Products, Inc. “Sunbeam” warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. Sunbeam, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the war- ranty period.
Sunbeam shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any .- implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.
How to Obtain Warranty Service Take the product to an authorized Sunbeam serv- ice center. You can find the nearest authorized Sunbeam service center by calling l-800-435-1250. If a service center is not conveniently located, attach a tag to the product that includes your name, address, daytime telephone number and description of the problem.
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