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MODEL: MD 12450 / ITEM CODE# 90115 / 02/2013YEARLIMITED WARRANTYModel: MD 12450 / 90115blood pressure monitorupper arminstruction manualDaily 8:00 am

11Danger of disruption from electrical fieldsMeasurements may be inaccurate in the proximity of strong electrical fields. Do not take any measurements

12Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is blood pressure?Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries as blood is pumped t

13diseased or abnormal in other ways High Blood Pressure can be controlled by altering one’s lifestyle, avoiding stress, and with medication under a p

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15Measuring blood pressureEverybody’s blood pressure changes constantly. Fluctuations may be caused by mental and physical factors (such as diet, exer

16 Before taking your blood pressure measurementUsing this device, you can get an overview of your blood pressure by measuring it regularly and keepin

17If you record a value that differs greatly from your normal blood pressure measurement, you should take another measurement around five minutes late

18How does the blood pressure monitor workYour blood measuring monitor contains high quality technical components and materials for measuring and to s

19What’s includedThe following items were included in the box:• Blood pressure measurement device• 2 arm cuffs (standard and XXL cuff)• 4 x 1.5V ba

20Overview of the monitor982713456No. Description No.1Blood pressure measurement device6 Speaker2 Display 7WHO Blood pressure range indicator scale3 U

3ContentsIntroduction ... 5Symbols and

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22No. Description1 Systolic value in mmHg2 Diastolic value in mmHg3 Heart beat and irregular heart beat (arrhythmia) detection indicator4 Pulse rate (

23Preparing the device Inserting batteries  Open the battery compartment on the bottom.12450 USA final Content REV1.indd 2312450 USA final Content

24  Insert four 1.5V batteries of type R6/LR6/AA, observing the correct polarity.  Close the battery compartment.Basic settings must be reset after

25 Basic SettingsYou must make the following basic settings before using the device for the first time or after changing the batteries:• Volume• Lang

26The volume display flashes.  To increase the volume, press button 1.  To decrease the volume, press button 2.After pressing the button you will he

27The language setting display flashes.  This monitor can provide your measurement results verbally. To select your language, choose from the list be

28  Press the TIME key.The digits indicating the year will flash.  To set the required year, press User 1 button to advance or User 2 button to move

29  To set the required day, press User 1 button to advance or User 2 button to move backward.  Press the TIME key.The digits indicating the hours w

30  To set the required minutes, press User 1 button to advance or User 2 button to move backward.  Press the TIME key.The settings you have made ar

4Error messages and troubleshooting ... 45Cleaning, storing and servicing your blo

31Switch device on and off  Press either User 1 or User 2 button to switch on the monitor.The corresponding button will light up.The measurement star

32Measuring your blood pressure and pulse Putting on the cuffThe cuff is suitable for an arm circumference of 8.6 to 12.6 inches.  Remove any watches

33  Pull the cu over the arm so that the tube lies over the top of the upper arm, in the direction of the underarm. The blue mark on the cu point

34The cuff is in the right position on the arm: − When there is room for one finger between the cuff and the arm, − When it sits securely and doesn’t

35Posture  To measure your blood pressure you should be sitting comfortably on a chair.  Take  ve or six deep breaths and relax.  Rest your elbow

36Measuring and storing valuesIf you know that your blood pressure is higher than 230mmHg, proceed as described on page 38.  Press button 1 or 2 to i

37  If you want to repeat the measurement, you should wait at least  ve minutes.The cuff must be fully deflated.Measurement starts when the correct

38Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) detectionNormally, the pulse beats with a regular rhythm (rhythmically). When the device detects an abnormal pulse

39NOTEUser 1 and User 2 button are used interchangeably in the following description.If you want to store the values in memory 1, use the first button

40  Wait until “0” is shown on the display.  Press User 1 or User 2 button and hold it down until the required starting value has been reached, e.g.

5IntroductionThank you for purchasing the Welby® Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor. This fully automatic device measures blood pressure and pulse rate

41Classifying blood pressure121 WHO blood pressure range indicator scale2 WHO blood pressure range indicator displayThe colored bar chart to the l

42Retrieving saved measurementsRetrieving average measurementsProceed as follows to retrieve the average values of the last three measurements:  Pres

43Retrieving values of individual measurementsSaved measurement values can be displayed.  To retrieve the measurements stored in User 1 memory, press

44If you have switched on language output, this value will also be given verbally.  To switch o the monitor, press the corresponding button for app

45Error messages and troubleshootingError message Possible cause RemedyE1Pulse rate measurement has failed.Put the cuff on correctly and take the meas

46Error message Possible cause RemedyThe results of measurement are abnormally high or too low.The cuff is not at heart level.Read the instructions on

47Cleaning, storing and servicing your blood pressure monitor  Only use a dry, soft cloth to clean the monitor. Do not use chemical solutions and cle

48DisposalPackagingYour monitor has been packaged to protect it against transportation damage. The packaging is made of environmentally friendly mater

49Technical specificationsMeasurement method OscillometricBlood pressure measurement range 30 to 250mmHgPulse measurement range 40 to 180 beats/min

50FCC StatementNOTE:POTENTIAL FOR RADIO/TELEVISION INTERFERENCE (for U.S.A. only)This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

6Symbols and key words used in these instructionsCAUTION!Please note the following guidelines to avoid possibly injury and/or property damage. NOTICE!

51You may also  nd helpful the following booklet, prepared by the FCC: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is

52Limited WarrantyPLEASE READ THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CAREFULLY TO UNDERSTAND YOUR RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS.MEDION warrants that the Welby® Premium Wrist

53only through the end of the original limited warranty period.In no event shall MEDION or any of its distributors or resellers be liable for incident

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MODEL: MD 12450 / ITEM CODE# 90115 / 02/2013YEARLIMITED WARRANTYModel: MD 12450 / 90115blood pressure monitorupper arminstruction manualDaily 8:00 am

7About this deviceThis device is intended for use in dry, indoor areas only. The device is only intended for private use and not for industrial or com

8Safety instructionsGeneral• This device is intended for personal home use only.• Do not use this device for self-diagnosis or self-treatment. Conta

9Safe handling of batteriesBatteries may contain combustible materials. If not handled correctly, batteries can leak, become very hot, ignite or even

10• Remove the batteries from the device if you do not intend to use it for an extended period.• Replace all of the old batteries in a device with n