Talking Wrist Type
Blood Pressure Monitor
Model: BPW813
User Manual
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INTRODUCTION
KEY FEATURES
FRONT VIEW
Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM
Talking Wrist Type Blood Pressure Monitor (BPW813).
The BPW813 features voice announcement and
playback of blood pressure measurements for added
convenience and has been designed to provide you
with many years of reliable service. The unit can help
you measure and track the following metrics:
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2
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Systolic pressure
Diastolic pressure
Mean arterial pressure
Pulse rate
Historic record of up to 60 measurements per user
(maximum 2 users)
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Readings taken by the BPW813 are equivalent to those
obtained by a trained observer using the cuff and
stethoscope auscultation method, within the limits
prescribed by "EN1060-3 Non-invasive
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Sphygmomanometers-Part 3: Supplementary
requirements for electro-mechanical blood pressure
measuring systems." The monitor's accuracy in measuring
diastolic pressure was tested using the fifth Korotkoff
sound method.
1. TALK / VOLUME button
2. LCD
3.
ON / OFF button
This manual contains important safety and care
information, and provides step-by-step instructions for
using the product.
4. Speaker
5.
6.
USER 1 / UP ARROW button
USER 2 / DOWN ARROW button
Read the manual thoroughly before using the product.
7. SET button
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REAR VIEW
LCD SYMBOLS
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
EXPLANATION
Systolic pressure
Diastolic pressure
The highest blood
pressure measured
The lowest blood
pressure measured
Current time
Time (hour: minutes)
1
2
Mean arterial
pressure
Average blood
pressure measured
(see "What is Mean
Arterial Pressure
(MAP)?" for more
information)
Pulse
User
Pulse rate per
minute
Shows which user
profile (1 or 2 is
being displayed)
1. Wrist cuff
2. Battery compartment
Memory
If "MEM" shows, the
displayed
measurement value
is from the memory
and not necessarily
from the last reading
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SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SYMBOL
DESCRIPTION
EXPLANATION
Weak battery
Batteries are low
and need to be
replaced
Please observe the following safety precautions when
setting up and using your blood pressure monitor.
Inflating
Unit is inflating with
air to obtain the
needed level of
pressure
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This device is intended for adult use only.
This device is intended for non-invasive measuring
and monitoring of arterial blood pressure. It is not
intended for use on extremities other than the wrist
or for functions other than obtaining a blood
pressure measurement.
Deflating
Wrist cuff air is
exhausting or
deflating
•
•
Do not confuse self-monitoring with self-diagnosis.
This unit allows you to monitor your blood pressure.
Do not begin or end medical treatment based solely
on the measurements of this device. Consult a
physician for treatment advice.
Millimeter(s) of
mercury
Measurement unit
for blood pressure
kPa
Kilopascal
Measurement unit
for blood pressure
If you are taking medication, consult your physician
to determine the most appropriate time to measure
your blood pressure. Never change a prescribed
medication without consulting your physician.
Voice activation
Voice announcing
your blood
pressure measured
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•
This unit is not suitable for continuous monitoring
during medical emergencies or operations.
If the cuff pressure exceeds 40 kPa (300 mmHg),
the unit will automatically deflate. Should the cuff
not deflate when pressures exceeds 40 kPa
(300mmHg), detach the cuff from the wrist and
press the
button to stop inflation.
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To avoid measurement errors, carefully read this
manual before using the product.
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CARING FOR YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
What is blood pressure?
To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from using
this product, please observe the following care guidelines.
Blood pressure is the force generated by the blood
against the walls of arteries during cardiac contraction
and relaxation
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•
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When not in use, store the unit in a dry place away
from direct sunlight.
(e.g., the pumping action of the heart).
Do not immerse the unit in water. If it comes in contact
with water, dry it immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.
What are systolic pressure and diastolic
pressure?
Use a soft, slightly moistened cloth to wipe off the
unit and cuff. Do not use abrasive or corrosive
cleaning agents, as these may cause damage.
When ventricles contract and pump blood out of the
heart, blood pressure reaches its maximum value. This
highest pressure in the cycle is known as systolic
pressure. When the heart relaxes between heartbeats,
the lowest blood pressure is diastolic pressure.
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•
Remove the batteries whenever you are planning
to store the unit for a long period of time.
When replacing batteries, use new batteries as
specified in this user manual. Do not mix new and
old batteries.
What is mean arterial pressure (MAP)?
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•
Do not place objects such as stickers on the wrist
cuff or unit, as these may impair the measurement.
The mean arterial pressure (MAP) is the average
pressure that forces blood through the arteries. It is
not the average of the systolic and diastolic blood
pressure; rather, MAP corresponds to a state of
balance between the compressive and expansive
forces acting on the arterial wall when there is no
distension outward or inward. MAP is an excellent
way to evaluate the stress on the walls of your blood
vessels, and can be used to evaluate excessive load
on the cardiovascular system. Show your MAP history
to your doctor to provide additional information that
may help him or her understand your situation.
Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust,
temperature changes, or humidity. Such treatment may
result in malfunction, a shorter electronic life span,
damaged batteries, or distorted parts.
•
Do not tamper with the internal components. Doing
so will terminate the product warranty and may
cause damage.
•
•
The unit contains no user- serviceable parts.
If you no longer need to use this product, protect
the environment by bringing it to your dealer or
designated collection point for proper disposal.
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Why measure your blood pressure?
NOTE
Hypotension value is for reference only.
Blood pressure measurement can highly reflect one's
health condition. High blood pressure is potentially
linked to serious illnesses such as stroke, heart
disease and kidney failure.
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Blood pressure is considered high when either the
diastolic or systolic blood pressure value exceeds
the normal range.
Since there is no symptom most of the time, many
hypertensive people do not realize they are at risk
until their health is seriously threatened.
•
Only a physician can tell you your normal blood
pressure range and the point at which you are at
risk. If the measurements taken with this product
fall outside the range, consult your physician.
What is the standard blood pressure
classification?
Why does my blood pressure fluctuate throughout
the day?
The following chart was taken from the World Health
Organization (WHO), and describes the various
classifications.
Individual blood pressure varies greatly both on a
daily and a seasonal or temperature basis. These
variations may be more pronounced in hypertensive
patients. Normally the blood pressure rises while at
work and is at its lowest during sleep.
The graph below illustrates the variations over a
single day with measurement taken every 5 minutes.
The thick line represents sleep time. The rises in
blood pressure at 4PM (A in the graph) and 12AM (B
in the graph) correspond to an attack of pain and
sexual intercourse (Beven, Honour & Stott, Clin. Sci.
36:329, 1969).
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GETTING STARTED
INSTALLING AND REPLACING THE BATTERIES
1. Slide off the battery cover.
2. Install the batteries by matching the correct polarity,
as shown below. Always use the correct battery
type (2 alkaline LR03 AAA-size).
3. Replace the cover.
HOW THE BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
WORKS
This product uses the Oscillometric Measuring
method to detect your blood pressure. Before every
measurement, the unit establishes a "zero pressure"
equivalent to the air pressure.
NOTE
Replace the batteries whenever the weak
battery mark shows, the display is dim, or the
Then it starts inflating the wrist cuff to 180mmHg or
higher until it senses that it has blocked your blood in
the artery. After that, the deflation process starts,
during which time the unit detects pressure
oscillations generated by beat-to-beat pulsatile, which
is used to determine the systolic, mean and diastolic
pressure, and also your pulse rate. Any motion during
this period will result in an incorrect measurement.
After all readings are determined and displayed on the
LCD, the measurement is finished and the wrist cuff
automatically deflates.
display does not illuminate when the power is on.
Replace all the batteries at the same time - it is
dangerous to mix old and new batteries.
Contact your local waste disposal authority for
instructions on how to dispose of used batteries. Used
batteries can be harmful to the environment, and
should not be thrown out with household trash.
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1. Remove all accessories (watch, bracelet, etc.) from
your left wrist. If your physician has diagnosed you with
poor circulation in your left arm, use your right wrist.
SETTING DATE, TIME AND MEASUREMENT UNITS
It is important to set the clock before using your blood
pressure monitor, so that a time stamp can be
assigned to each record that is stored in the memory.
2. Roll or push up your sleeve to expose the skin.
3. Apply the cuff to your left wrist with your palm facing up.
1. When the unit is off, press and hold SET for 2
seconds to enter the setting mode.
4. Position the edge of the cuff about 0.4 inches (1cm)
from the bottom of your palm.
5. Fasten the wrist cuff around your wrist, leaving no extra
room between the cuff and your skin. If the cuff is too
loose, the measurement will not be accurate.
2. The setting order is as follows: 12/24 hour format,
hour, minute, year, month/day or day / month
format, month, date, and measurement unit (kPa or
mmHg).
3. Press
or
to increase / decrease a value or
change the setting.
4. Press SET to accept the change and switch to the
next setting.
5. When you are finished, press to exit the setup menu.
POSITIONING THE WRIST CUFF
It is important to properly position the wrist cuff to
ensure that you receive an accurate reading.
Graphics may not exactly match product.
NOTE
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VOICE PLAYBACK OF BLOOD PRESSURE
MEASUREMENTS
The BPW813 features voice playback during and after
blood pressure measurement results, as well as
general instructions to help you prepare for taking
measurements. When the unit has finished taking your
measurement, your blood pressure readings, pulse and
blood pressure classification are announced.
0
1
2
(MUTE)
(VOLUME IS
LOW)
(VOLUME IS
HIGH)
If you want to repeat the announcement, simply press
TALK / VOLUME.
3. Press
when you have finished adjusting the
volume.
Anytime you recall a measurement record from memory, it
will also be announced. Press TALK / VOLUME if you
need to repeat the playback of any record.
NOTE
When volume level 0 is selected, the unit is
on mute and you will not hear any voice messages
announced.
VOLUME CONTROL
To adjust the volume level:
TAKING A BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT
You can choose to take your blood pressure while
sitting or lying down. Below are some helpful tips for
taking a measurement:
1. Press and hold TALK / VOLUME until volume
level flashes on the LCD.
2. Press TALK / VOLUME to adjust volume level.
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•
•
Be sure to set the clock before taking your first
measurement, or whenever you replace the
batteries, so that the date and time are stored in
the memory with your history. For instructions, refer
to p. 6.
To take a measurement:
1. Choose the position you from which you wish to
measure - sitting or lying down.
2. Position your body so that your wrist is parallel with
your heart, using the chart and illustrations below
as a guide.
It is important to relax when taking your blood
pressure. Try to take a 15-minute rest before you
begin.
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•
Do not lean backward or bend your wrist inward
while taking a measurement.
IF YOU
ARE...
THEN...
Avoid talking or moving your fingers and hand while
taking a measurement. Rapid movements or other
activities may alter your reading.
Sitting
down
with an
armrest
Place your elbow on a table, using an
object as a support under your
forearm. Your wrist should be parallel
with your heart with the palm facing up.
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Wait at least an hour before taking your blood
pressure if you have just eaten a large meal.
Do not smoke or drink alcohol before taking your
blood pressure.
Do not measure your blood pressure if you are
under stress.
Wait at least 3 minutes between measurements.
This allows your blood circulation to recover.
Sitting
down
with no
armrest
Place your arm across your chest with
the wrist parallel to your heart. Hold
your elbow with the other hand.
For a meaningful comparison, try to measure under
similar conditions. For example, take daily
measurements at approximately the same time, on
the same wrist, or as directed by a physician.
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•
To stop the measurement process at any time, press
The unit automatically switches off 1 minute after taking
a measurement. To save the battery life, press as
soon as you are finished to turn off the unit.
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Your systolic and diastolic pressure readings flash on
the LCD, followed by MAP and pulse per minute
readings every 2 seconds. At the same time, your
measurement results and the blood pressure
classification will also be announced.
Lying
down
Position your wrist on a support,
cushion, or your thigh so that it is
parallel with your heart with the palm
facing up.
4. To repeat the announcement, simply press TALK /
VOLUME.
5. If you want to save the record to memory, press
or
and the results will be saved to User 1's
3. Relax your hand and press to turn on the unit. A
voice message will remind you to relax and remain
still. It then begins inflating the wrist cuff. Once the
pressure reaches 180 mmHg, it will slowly deflate
until the measurement results show on the LCD.
or User 2's memory accordingly.
The measurement is stored as the first (MEM 1) entry
in the user record you selected; the last entry (MEM
60) is dropped, and all the entries in between move up
1 digit (e.g. 58 becomes 59, and so on).
RECALLING MEASUREMENTS STORED IN MEMORY
To view a history of User 1's records, press
.
To view a history of User 2's records, press
.
NOTE
This unit can intelligently adjust the cuff
pressure and inflate to a higher-pressure level (>180
mmHg) when needed.
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NOTE
The most recent record (1) is shown first. Each new
•
measurement is assigned to the first (1) record. All
other records are pushed back one digit (e.g., 2
becomes 3, and so on), and the last record (60) is
dropped from the list.
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•
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•
Press the corresponding user button again (
) to see additional records.
or
Press and hold the corresponding user button to
auto-advance to additional records.
3. Press SET to delete the latest recorded
measurement for User 1 or User 2. After you have
confirmed deleting the latest record, the screen
shows dEL dONE.
The date and time of measurement are shown with
each record.
Memory records will be kept even when the
batteries become exhausted and are replaced.
DELETING A MEASUREMENT RECORD
FROM MEMORY
You have the option of deleting your latest
measurement record or entire measurement history.
This is useful if measurements have not been
accurately recorded and need to be recorded again.
4. If you decide to abort the delete action instead,
press
to go back to the main screen.
DELETING THE LATEST RECORD
1. Press
or
to recall the latest measurement
record for User 1 or User 2.
2. Press and hold SET until the LCD shows "dEL
ONE".
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TROUBLESHOOTING
DELETING ALL RECORDS
1. Press or to recall the latest measurement
record for User 1 or User 2.
This section includes a list of error messages and
frequently asked questions for problems you may
encounter with your blood pressure monitor. If the
product is not operating as you think it should, check
here before arranging for servicing.
2. Press and hold SET until the LCD shows "dEL
ONE".
3. Press
to show the option of deleting your
entire measurement history; the LCD displays "DEL
ALL".
Problem Symptom Check This
Remedy
Replace with
new batteries
Display is
dim or will
not light up
No
power
Batteries are
exhausted
Insert the
batteries
correctly
Batteries are
inserted
incorrectly
shows Batteries
Replace
with new
batteries
Low
batteries
on the
are low
display
4. Press SET to delete all measurement records. After
you have confirmed deleting all records, the screen
shows dEL dONe.
5. If you decide to abort the delete action instead,
press
once OR press
twice to go back to
the main screen.
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Problem Symptom Check This
Remedy
Problem Symptom Check This
Remedy
Relax for a
moment and
then measure
again
Retake the
measurement. If
the problem
persists, contact
the retailer or our
customer service
department for
further assistance.
Refer to the
warranty for
contact
information and
return instructions
Err
Err 7 or 8
shows
on the
Error
message
Error
message
A measure-
A calibration
error
occurred
shows
on the
display.
ment error
occurred
display
Refasten the
cuff and then
measure again
Err 1, 2,
or 3
shows
on the
display
The wrist
cuff is not
secure
Movement can
affect the
measurement.
Err 4
The monitor
detected
motion while
measuring
shows
on the
display
Relax for a
moment and
then measure
again
Reset the clock
Date and
time are
incorrect
Settings
are
wrong
The clock
was not set or
reset after
installing new
batteries
Relax for a
moment and
then measure
again
Err 5
Pressure is
over 37.3
kPa (280
mmHg)
shows
on the
display
Reset the
measurement
unit
Measure-
ment unit
(kPa or
mmHg)
are
The
measurement
unit was not
set or reset
after installing
new batteries
Movement can
affect the
measurement.
Err 6
Deflation
period was
too long
shows
on the
display
incorrect
Relax for a
moment and
then measure
again
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Weight
6.3 oz (180g) without
batteries
Problem Symptom Check This
Remedy
Retake the
measurement.
Cannot
find a
No user
memory
The memory
was not
Cuff circumference
5.3 to 7.7 inches (13.5
to 19.5 cm)
record
saved after
taking a
Press
or
to save
Measuring range:
measurement
the corresponding
user's memory
Pressure
30 to 280 mmHg (4.0 to
37.3 kPa)
Pulse
40 to 200 pulse/min
Press
User 1's record.
Press
User 2's record
to view
The record
was stored
to the wrong
user
to view
Accuracy:
Pressure
+/- 3 mmHg (+/- 0.4
kPa)
memory
Pulse
+/- 5%
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Application:
Power:
Power supply
3V DC, 2 LR03 / AAA /
UM4-size 1.5V batteries
Measuring method
Oscillometric / non-
invasive
Power save
Auto power off after 1
minute of non-activity
Application
For adult use only
Measurement location
Wrist section of lower
arm
Operating environment:
Memory
Maximum 60 records
per user
Operation
50°F to 104°F (10°C to
40°C)
Maximum number of users
2
Storage / Transport
Humidity range
-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to
60°C)
Dimensions:
10% to 83% relative
humidity
Height x Width x Depth
3.5 x 3.4 x 1.2 inches
(90 x 86 x 30.8 mm)
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Product No.:
BPW813
Product Name:
Talking Wrist Type Blood
Pressure Monitor
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Manufacturer:
Address:
IDT Technology Limited
Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,
Phase 1, 41 Man Yue St., Hung
Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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INFORMATION ABOUT THE CE MARK
BLOOD PRESSURE LOG BOOK
This device complies with the European regulations
based on the Medical Products Code, and bears the
CE mark "CE0123". The device has been quality
inspected according to EG guideline 93/42/EWG and
tested in compliance to the "EN1060-1 Non-invasive
sphygmomanometers - Part 1, General requirements"
and "EN1060-3 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers-
Part3: Supplementary requirements for
To create a log of your blood pressure history,
complete the personal information section at the top,
then enter the details (date, time, and measurements)
for each reading you take.
To plot your history, use an S (systolic), D (diastolic)
and M (mean arterial pressure) to mark the points
where each measurement falls on the chart, then
connect the points to view your history over time.
electromechanical blood pressure measuring
systems". The CE mark further indicates that this
blood pressure monitor meets the general
requirements for electronic products as regards to
resistance to electromagnetic interference.
Malfunctioning may however occur in the proximity of
extremely strong electromagnetic fields. In
accordance with the "Ordinance for Operators of
Medical Products", a technical inspection must be
carried out if this device is used for industrial or
commercial purposes.
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Name:
Date
Age:
Weight:
(kg/lbs)
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10
OCT OCT
Time
10PM 10PM
SYS
DIS
158
90
155
95
MAP
110
112
85
90
kPa
mmHg
29.3
220
26.7
24.0
200
180
S
S
21.3
160
18.7
16.0
13.3
10.7
140
120
100
80
M
O
M
O
8.0
60
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