Panasonic Ew Bu35 Operating Instructions

BEFORE USE
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Replace batteries when :
Inserting batteries
Always use alkaline batteries. (4 AA-size LR6 alkaline batteries)
 
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When replacing batteries, always use 4 fresh alkaline batteries of the same type from 
 
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the same manufacturer, and replace them simultaneously.
If the product will not be used for a long time, remove the batteries.
 
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When using the main unit with the AC adapter
Be sure to use only the exclusive AC adapter (EW-2B02).
1.  Insert the AC adapter plug into the...

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BEFORE USE
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3.  Adjust the "month" --> " date" --> "hour" --> "minutes" by repeating procedures in 
step 2.
4. Press  to complete the 
settings.
This setting cannot be completed by 
 
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pressing 
 before adjusting 
the "hour" and "month". Be sure to press 
 after adjusting the "hour" 
and "month" to complete settings. 
The set time will disappear after 5 seconds.
 
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To reset, perform the procedures in 
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step 1. to 4.
1.  Hold...

BEFORE USE
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Wrapping the cuff
1. Insert the cuff plug into the cuff socket all the way in.
The cuff can be used on either upper arm. This section shows an example of wrapping 
the cuff on the left arm.The difference in blood pressure between left and right arm may be around 10 
 
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mm Hg
. Be sure to always use the same arm. It is recommended to use the arm with 
the higher blood pressure.
2.  Fit the cuff to the upper arm.
Fit the preformed cuff onto the upper arm 
 
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with the direction mark...

HOW TO USE
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Sit quietly and relax while taking measurements.
Take a measurement while sitting at a desk and positioning the cuff at heart level 
as shown in the image below. Differences in height will cause differences in measured blood pressure values.
 
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Getting into the measurement position
1.  Place the elbow on the table or on 
something similar.
2.  Align the height of the cuff to the heart.
3. Relax with your palm facing up.
HOW TO USE
In the following situations, measurements might be...

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2. To store the measured values.
press.
"
 
●"  will go from flashing to being 
steadily lit.
The memory number, measurement date, 
 
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and time are alternately displayed.
If you do not press 
 
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, the unit 
will shut down automatically after approx. 
5 minutes.
1.  Press .
After the entire display has been lit, the cuff 
will be pressurized and measurement will be 
taken automatically.
The pressure value and the time will be 
 
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displayed.
The 
 
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 mark will flash and...

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About each indicators
To perform a correct measurement, this unit provides a  movement detection 
function and an irregular pulse warning function. When the indicators appear, the 
correct measurement might not have been obtained. If any indicator appears, it is 
recommended to repeat the measurement. Stay calm and relax for four to five minutes, 
before perfoming a new measurement.
The "
 
*" and "" indicator will be recorded together with the measurement 
value....

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SYS
DIA
Reading the blood pressure display
If the measured values fall within the hypertension range, the reading displayed on 
screen flashes on and off to alert user.
According to JNC 7 Classification, values consistently in excess of 140 mmHg
 (Sys.) and/
or 90 mm Hg
 (Dia.) are considered to constitute high blood pressure.
Blood pressure is not a fixed parameter!
The blood pressure fluctuations of this 
example of a day profile show why a single 
value is not suitable for...

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When the unit is turned off, saved readings can be recalled.
1. Press .
The latest record will be displayed.
3.  To complete the measurement, 
press
.
The power will be switched off automatically 
after approx. 30 seconds even though 
without pressing 
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2.  To display previous data, press 
again.
New data will be displayed every time 
 
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when pressing 
.
Recalling readings from memory
All of the stored measurements can be deleted. The data cannot be deleted individually.
 Recall...

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The data can be recalled after recording or when the power is off  .Correct comparison cannot be done if the date/time is set incorrectly.
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Comparison cannot be displayed without data.
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Comparing with old measurements
► Monthly 
Average (All)
►
Weekly 
Average (All)(A.M)(P.M)
►
All Data
(All)(A.M)(P.M)
The average measurement from 1 to 4 
 
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months ago, 6 months ago, 9 months ago, 
and 12 months ago (displayed as 
"
" ) can be compared with the latest one 
(displayed as...

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Whether the systolic and diastolic blood pressure values are in the high blood 
pressure region or normal blood pressure region is judged based on the JNC 7 
Trend Graph (Upper: Systolic blood pressure)
Orange180mm
Hg
 and over Hypertension (severe)
160mm Hg
 to 179mm Hg
Hypertension (moderate)
140mm Hg
 to 159mm Hg
Hypertension (mild)
Yellow 120mm Hg
 to 139mm Hg
Borderline
Green less than 120mm Hg
Normal blood pressure
Trend Graph (Lower: Diastolic blood pressure)
How to read the...