Panasonic Ew 3153 Instructions Manual

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	Preparations	Prior	to	Taking	Measurements
To	use	this	product,	the	power	supplies	are	required	for	both	the	
main	unit	and	the	wireless	display.
Main
	unit
Power supply Exclusive AC adapter (EW31555) 
(included) or
4 AA-size Panasonic LR6 batteries 
Approximately 150 measurements 
can be taken. 
Depending on the conditions, 
battery life may be dramatically 
shorter.
Use of the main unit with the 
dedicated AC adapter (EW31555) 
(included) is recommended.•
• Wireless
 	display
Power supply
 AA-size LR6 batteries 
Appro
ximately 000 
measurements can be taken.
•
Main unit and wireless display are not sold separately and cannot be 
purchased as replacement parts.
For Batteries
Unit with batteries can be used up to 6 times a day when using 
Panasonic Alkaline batteries (AA-sized LR6 batteries) under the following 
conditions:  
Room temper
 ature: 73 °F (3 °C) 
Pressur
ized to 170 mmHg 
Circumference of the arm: 11-51/64 (30
  cm)
If batteries other than alkaline batteries are used or batteries are used in 
a room colder than 73  °F (3 °C), and when measuring a person with 
thin arms or high blood pressure, battery life may be dramatically 
shortened. 
*Use alkaline batteries. (Panasonic Oxyride batteries can also be used.)
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	Parts	Identification
Main	unit
View	from	
Top
1		 Measuring	section	
Pressure
	cuff
2	 Battery	cover	for	main	unit
Bottom of main unit Battery cover 
for main unit
3
	 IR	transmitter	(on	both	sides)
4	 Connector
5	 Arm	support
The angle of this product can be 
adjusted so that measurements can 
be taken without having to be in a 
forced posture.
Elbow rest
6
	 Quick	air	release	button
7	 Handle
8	 On/Off	and	Start	button
Plug AC adaptor
Power cord
AC	Adapter	(EW31555)		
(included)
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	When	Using	the	Main	Unit	with	Batteries
*Always	use	alkaline	batteries.	(4	AA-size	Panasonic	LR6	alkaline	
batteries) When replacing batteries, always use 4 fresh alkaline batteries of the 
same type from the same manufacturer, and replace them 
simultaneously.
1.	 Turn	the	main	unit	over	and	
remove	the	battery	cover	by	
sliding	it	in	the	direction	of	
the	arrow	while	pressing	
lightly	on	the	
	mark.
2.	 Check	the	polarities	of	the	 batteries	and	install	them	
correctly.
3.

	 Replace	the	battery	cover	 and	slide	it	closed.
Notes	for	using	the	main	unit	with	batteries
Approximately 150 measurements can be taken. Depending on the 
conditions, battery life may be dramatically shortened.
Use

	of	the	main	unit	with	the	dedicated	AC	adapter	(EW31555)	
(included)	is	recommended.
Replace	batteries	when:
The mark shown to the left appears during use.
No display appears even if the On/Off and Start button is 
pressed.
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CAUTION: Always follow the cautions printed on the batteries.
Check the polarities of the batteries and install them correctly.
Remove exhausted batteries promptly.
If the product will not be used for long periods of time, remove the 
batteries first.
Batteries should be used before their expiration date. 
Use after the expiration date may result in injury or staining of the 
surrounding area due to generation of heat, bursting, or leakage.
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	Parts	Identification	(continued)
Wireless	display
View	from	Bottom
1	 Blood	pressure	indicator6	 Memory/Recall	button
2	 Display7	 User	selection	button
3	 Set	button8	Battery	 cover	for	wireless	 display
4	 Adjust	button	(Display	off)9	 IR	receiver
5	 AM/PM	comparison	button
* Specifications of the product or parts may be changed without prior notice.
	When	Using	the	Main	Unit	with	the	AC	Adapter
Be	sure	to	use	only	the	exclusive	AC	adapter	(included).	
Do
	not	use	the	power	cord	with	any	product	other	than	this	AC	
adaptor	(EW31555).
Use of other AC adapters could cause damage to the unit or physical 
harm to the user.
AC 10  V1.	 Connect	the	power	cord	to	the	
AC	adaptor.
2.	 Insert	the	AC	adapter	plug	into	 the	connector	on	either	side	of	
the	main	unit.
3.	 Plug	the	power	cord	fully	into	 the	AC	outlet.
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	When	Using	the	Main	Unit	with	Batteries
*Always	use	alkaline	batteries.	(4	AA-size	Panasonic	LR6	alkaline	
batteries) When replacing batteries, always use 4 fresh alkaline batteries of the 
same type from the same manufacturer, and replace them 
simultaneously.
1.	 Turn	the	main	unit	over	and	
remove	the	battery	cover	by	
sliding	it	in	the	direction	of	
the	arrow	while	pressing	
lightly	on	the	
	mark.
2.	 Check	the	polarities	of	the	 batteries	and	install	them	
correctly.
3.

	 Replace	the	battery	cover	 and	slide	it	closed.
Notes	for	using	the	main	unit	with	batteries
Approximately 150 measurements can be taken. Depending on the 
conditions, battery life may be dramatically shortened.
Use

	of	the	main	unit	with	the	dedicated	AC	adapter	(EW31555)	
(included)	is	recommended.
Replace	batteries	when:
The mark shown to the left appears during use.
No display appears even if the On/Off and Start button is 
pressed.
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CAUTION: Always follow the cautions printed on the batteries.
Check the polarities of the batteries and install them correctly.
Remove exhausted batteries promptly.
If the product will not be used for long periods of time, remove the 
batteries first.
Batteries should be used before their expiration date. 
Use after the expiration date may result in injury or staining of the 
surrounding area due to generation of heat, bursting, or leakage.
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	Parts	Identification	(continued)
Wireless	display
View	from	Bottom
1	 Blood	pressure	indicator6	 Memory/Recall	button
2	 Display7	 User	selection	button
3	 Set	button8	Battery	 cover	for	wireless	 display
4	 Adjust	button	(Display	off)9	 IR	receiver
5	 AM/PM	comparison	button
* Specifications of the product or parts may be changed without prior notice.
	When	Using	the	Main	Unit	with	the	AC	Adapter
Be	sure	to	use	only	the	exclusive	AC	adapter	(included).	
Do
	not	use	the	power	cord	with	any	product	other	than	this	AC	
adaptor	(EW31555).
Use of other AC adapters could cause damage to the unit or physical 
harm to the user.
AC 10  V1.	 Connect	the	power	cord	to	the	
AC	adaptor.
2.	 Insert	the	AC	adapter	plug	into	 the	connector	on	either	side	of	
the	main	unit.
3.	 Plug	the	power	cord	fully	into	 the	AC	outlet.
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	Inserting	the	Batteries	into	the	Wireless	Display
*Always	use	alkaline	batteries.	(2	AA-size	LR6	alkaline	batteries)
When replacing batteries, always use  fresh alkaline batteries of the 
same type from the same manufacturer, and replace them 
simultaneously.
1.	 Turn	the	wireless	display	over	and	remove	
the	battery	cover	by	sliding	it	in	the	
direction	of	the	arrow	while	pressing	
lightly	on	the	
	mark.
2.	 Check	the	polarities	of	the	batteries	and	 install	them	correctly.
3.	 Replace	the	battery	cover	and	slide	it	 closed.
Replace

	batteries	when:
The mark shown at left appears during use. 
In this case, press the On/Off and the Start button on the 
main unit to interrupt the measurement.
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If both batteries for the main unit and the wireless display must be 
replaced at the same time, 
 (main unit) and  (wireless display) 
are alternately displayed.
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	Setting	the	time	and	date
*	 Please	be	sure	to	set	the	date	and	time	before	taking	the	first	
measurement	after	purchasing	the	blood	pressure	monitor, 	or	after	
replacing	the	batteries. (If you attempt to take measurements without first setting the time and 
date then “–” will be displayed.)
1.	 Press	the	Set	button	 “1”	on	the	wireless	
display	for	at	least	3	seconds.
2.	 Adjust	the	month. Press the Adjust button “” to adjust the 
number of the month.
3.

	 Adjust	the	date. (1) Press the Set button “1” and the number for  the date will flash.
(

) Press the Adjust button “” to adjust the  number of the date.
4.

	 Adjust	the	hour. (1) Press the Set button “1” and the time will  flash on and off.
(

) Press the Adjust button “” to adjust the  number of the hour.
5.

	 Adjust	the	minutes. (1) Press the Set button “1” and the number for  minutes will flash.
(

) Press the Adjust button “” to adjust the  number of minutes.
6.

	 Finally, 	synchronizing	with	a	time	signal, 	
press	the	Set	button	 “1”	to	complete	the	
procedure. The date and time are alternately displayed in 
appro
 ximately  seconds.
7.	
Press	the	Adjust	button	 “2”	to	turn	off	the	unit.
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During leap years, 3/1 will be displayed when it is February 9th. Please 
manually reset the date to /9. 
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	Inserting	the	Batteries	into	the	Wireless	Display
*Always	use	alkaline	batteries.	(2	AA-size	LR6	alkaline	batteries)
When replacing batteries, always use  fresh alkaline batteries of the 
same type from the same manufacturer, and replace them 
simultaneously.
1.	 Turn	the	wireless	display	over	and	remove	
the	battery	cover	by	sliding	it	in	the	
direction	of	the	arrow	while	pressing	
lightly	on	the	
	mark.
2.	 Check	the	polarities	of	the	batteries	and	 install	them	correctly.
3.	 Replace	the	battery	cover	and	slide	it	 closed.
Replace

	batteries	when:
The mark shown at left appears during use. 
In this case, press the On/Off and the Start button on the 
main unit to interrupt the measurement.
•
If both batteries for the main unit and the wireless display must be 
replaced at the same time, 
 (main unit) and  (wireless display) 
are alternately displayed.
•
	Setting	the	time	and	date
*	 Please	be	sure	to	set	the	date	and	time	before	taking	the	first	
measurement	after	purchasing	the	blood	pressure	monitor, 	or	after	
replacing	the	batteries. (If you attempt to take measurements without first setting the time and 
date then “–” will be displayed.)
1.	 Press	the	Set	button	 “1”	on	the	wireless	
display	for	at	least	3	seconds.
2.	 Adjust	the	month. Press the Adjust button “” to adjust the 
number of the month.
3.

	 Adjust	the	date. (1) Press the Set button “1” and the number for  the date will flash.
(

) Press the Adjust button “” to adjust the  number of the date.
4.

	 Adjust	the	hour. (1) Press the Set button “1” and the time will  flash on and off.
(

) Press the Adjust button “” to adjust the  number of the hour.
5.

	 Adjust	the	minutes. (1) Press the Set button “1” and the number for  minutes will flash.
(

) Press the Adjust button “” to adjust the  number of minutes.
6.

	 Finally, 	synchronizing	with	a	time	signal, 	
press	the	Set	button	 “1”	to	complete	the	
procedure. The date and time are alternately displayed in 
appro
 ximately  seconds.
7.	
Press	the	Adjust	button	 “2”	to	turn	off	the	unit.
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During leap years, 3/1 will be displayed when it is February 9th. Please 
manually reset the date to /9. 
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	Taking	a	Reading
Advice:
In general, blood pressure measurements are lower on the second 
attempt because you are calmer.
For people who easily get tense, measuring twice each time is advised.
When two measurements are taken, normally the smaller 
measurement is stored.
When taking tw
 o measurements, always stay quiet for 4 to 5 minutes 
after the first measurement before taking the second measurement.
Getting	into	the	proper	position	for	taking	a	measurement
Place	the	main	unit	on	a	table	so	that	it	is	flat	and	the	center	of	
the	unit	is	at	heart	height.
*Differences in height will cause differences in blood pressure values.
If the heights of the chair and table are not suitable, you may have to lean 
forward. In this case, form a stable stack of books or similar objects under 
the main unit to adjust the height of the main unit.
*You cannot use the unit while lying down. Use only in a sitting position.
Elbow rest
1	 Put	the	main	unit	on	a	table	in	front	of	you	
and	slide	your	arm	through	the	
measurement	section	of	the	unit.Remove your shirt or roll up your sleeve so 
that the measuring section will be on your 
bare skin.
If rolling up your sleeve causes pressure on 
your arm or underarm, remove your shirt for 
measurements.
Be	sure	that	the	rolled-up	sleeve	is	not	
inside	the	cuff	area	when	taking	
measurements.
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Place	your	elbow	on	the	elbow	rest	with	
your	palm	up	and	relax.
3	 Place	the	wireless	display	in	front	of	your	 body	where	you	can	see	it	easily.The main unit and the wireless display 
transmit/receive the measured values 
through infr
 ared rays. (See page 18.)
Do not put your hand or any other objects in 
front of the wireless display.
Differences in blood pressure values between 
the left and right arms may be around 
10
  mmHg. The blood pressure can be 
measured in either the left or right arm, but all 
measurements should be taken using the 
same arm for comparative consistency.
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osture	to	obtain	accurate	measurements
Stretch your back.
Place the main unit in 
front of you on a table 
at heart height. Measure on bare skin.
Put your elbow on the elbow rest.Put your palm up and relax.
Place the wireless display where 
you can see it easily.
Do not put your hand or any other 
objects in front of the wireless display.
Cautions	to	obtain	accurate	measurements
Sit	quietly	and	relax	while	taking	measurements. Do not lean forward 
with your body at an 
angle during 
measurements.
Take measurements in 
the proper posture. Do not let your rolled-
up sleeve be inside the 
measuring section.
Roll your sleeve far up 
your arm.
Do not take 
measurements at the 
elbow. Place your elbow 
in the elbow rest.
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	Taking	a	Reading
Advice:
In general, blood pressure measurements are lower on the second 
attempt because you are calmer.
For people who easily get tense, measuring twice each time is advised.
When two measurements are taken, normally the smaller 
measurement is stored.
When taking tw
 o measurements, always stay quiet for 4 to 5 minutes 
after the first measurement before taking the second measurement.
Getting	into	the	proper	position	for	taking	a	measurement
Place	the	main	unit	on	a	table	so	that	it	is	flat	and	the	center	of	
the	unit	is	at	heart	height.
*Differences in height will cause differences in blood pressure values.
If the heights of the chair and table are not suitable, you may have to lean 
forward. In this case, form a stable stack of books or similar objects under 
the main unit to adjust the height of the main unit.
*You cannot use the unit while lying down. Use only in a sitting position.
Elbow rest
1	 Put	the	main	unit	on	a	table	in	front	of	you	
and	slide	your	arm	through	the	
measurement	section	of	the	unit.Remove your shirt or roll up your sleeve so 
that the measuring section will be on your 
bare skin.
If rolling up your sleeve causes pressure on 
your arm or underarm, remove your shirt for 
measurements.
Be	sure	that	the	rolled-up	sleeve	is	not	
inside	the	cuff	area	when	taking	
measurements.
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Place	your	elbow	on	the	elbow	rest	with	
your	palm	up	and	relax.
3	 Place	the	wireless	display	in	front	of	your	 body	where	you	can	see	it	easily.The main unit and the wireless display 
transmit/receive the measured values 
through infr
 ared rays. (See page 18.)
Do not put your hand or any other objects in 
front of the wireless display.
Differences in blood pressure values between 
the left and right arms may be around 
10
  mmHg. The blood pressure can be 
measured in either the left or right arm, but all 
measurements should be taken using the 
same arm for comparative consistency.
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P

osture	to	obtain	accurate	measurements
Stretch your back.
Place the main unit in 
front of you on a table 
at heart height. Measure on bare skin.
Put your elbow on the elbow rest.Put your palm up and relax.
Place the wireless display where 
you can see it easily.
Do not put your hand or any other 
objects in front of the wireless display.
Cautions	to	obtain	accurate	measurements
Sit	quietly	and	relax	while	taking	measurements. Do not lean forward 
with your body at an 
angle during 
measurements.
Take measurements in 
the proper posture. Do not let your rolled-
up sleeve be inside the 
measuring section.
Roll your sleeve far up 
your arm.
Do not take 
measurements at the 
elbow. Place your elbow 
in the elbow rest.
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	Taking	a	Reading	(continued)
Do	not	take	measurements. Within 1
  hour of eating or drinking alcohol
Immediately after drinking coffee or tea, or smoking
In a moving vehicle
Immediately after exercising or taking a bath 
(W

ait at least 0 minutes and take a measurement while staying quiet.)
In cold places 
[T

ake measurements at room temperatures around 0 °C (68 °F).]
When you need to urinate 
(Wait several minutes after urinating before taking measurements.)
Be
 	sure	to	obey	the	following	points	for	accurate	measurements:
Do not move your body, arm, or fingertips.
Do not touch the main unit.
Do not talk.
Do not use a cellular phone near the main unit.
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Positions	of	the	main	unit	and	the	wireless	display
Your body reflects infrared 
rays.
For the measurement on your left arm
Face	the	wireless	display	towards	you	
into	position	within	reach	of	your	hand	
[within	approx. 	23⅝	
(60	cm)]. 
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  Do not put your hand or any other objects 
in front of the wireless display.
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The main unit and the wireless display 
communicate with each other using infrared 
rays.
Infrared rays are transmitted from the 
transmitter on the side panel of the main 
unit, and reflected on your body and then 
received on the bottom of the front panel of 
the wireless display. The units may not 
communicate due to improper positioning of 
the wireless display or other environmental 
conditions (lighting, sunlight, etc.) In those 
cases, place the wireless display closer to 
your body.
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   If you place the wireless display where it 
cannot receive signals from the main unit, 
and then press the On/Off and the Start 
button, the main unit starts a measurement 
but nothing appears on the wireless display.
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  If the wireless display is placed where it can 
receive signals from the main unit while the 
measurement is executed, results are 
displayed.
The same range 
(restrictions) as the 
measurement on your left  arm is applied.
For the measurement on your right arm
If the wireless display cannot receive signals from the 
main unit, the  mark flashes on the wireless 
display (on the display panel) as shown in the figure 
on the left.
In this case, set the wireless display in the proper 
position.
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	Taking	a	Reading	(continued)
Do	not	take	measurements. Within 1
  hour of eating or drinking alcohol
Immediately after drinking coffee or tea, or smoking
In a moving vehicle
Immediately after exercising or taking a bath 
(W

ait at least 0 minutes and take a measurement while staying quiet.)
In cold places 
[T

ake measurements at room temperatures around 0 °C (68 °F).]
When you need to urinate 
(Wait several minutes after urinating before taking measurements.)
Be
 	sure	to	obey	the	following	points	for	accurate	measurements:
Do not move your body, arm, or fingertips.
Do not touch the main unit.
Do not talk.
Do not use a cellular phone near the main unit.
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Positions	of	the	main	unit	and	the	wireless	display
Your body reflects infrared 
rays.
For the measurement on your left arm
Face	the	wireless	display	towards	you	
into	position	within	reach	of	your	hand	
[within	approx. 	23⅝	
(60	cm)]. 
*
  Do not put your hand or any other objects 
in front of the wireless display.
•
The main unit and the wireless display 
communicate with each other using infrared 
rays.
Infrared rays are transmitted from the 
transmitter on the side panel of the main 
unit, and reflected on your body and then 
received on the bottom of the front panel of 
the wireless display. The units may not 
communicate due to improper positioning of 
the wireless display or other environmental 
conditions (lighting, sunlight, etc.) In those 
cases, place the wireless display closer to 
your body.
*
   If you place the wireless display where it 
cannot receive signals from the main unit, 
and then press the On/Off and the Start 
button, the main unit starts a measurement 
but nothing appears on the wireless display.
*

  If the wireless display is placed where it can 
receive signals from the main unit while the 
measurement is executed, results are 
displayed.
The same range 
(restrictions) as the 
measurement on your left  arm is applied.
For the measurement on your right arm
If the wireless display cannot receive signals from the 
main unit, the  mark flashes on the wireless 
display (on the display panel) as shown in the figure 
on the left.
In this case, set the wireless display in the proper 
position.
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	Taking	a	Reading	(continued)
Measurement
The heart mark    
will blink when pulse  is detected during  pressurization.
The pressure cuff 
will be tightened  automatically.
The entire display 
will light for approx.  1 second.
1	 Press	the	On/Off	and	Start	button	on	the	main	
unit.
(1) After the entire display on the wireless display  has been lit, the pressure cuff will be tightened 
automatically.
(

) Pressurization will be performed automatically  and measurements will be taken.
*

  It may take about 1 second for the wireless display 
to turn on after pressing the On/Off and the Start 
button. This is not abnormal.
*

  The angle of the main unit may change slightly 
while pressurizing. This will not affect accuracy.
2	

When	measurement	has	been	completed, 	the	
blood	pressure	and	pulse	values	will	be	
displayed.
The	cuff	will	loosen	after	the	measurement	
result	has	been	shown	for	about	5	seconds. 	
The blood pressure indication (
 mark) will flash 
for 6 seconds then stay lit. If the measurement is 
high, it will also flash for 6 seconds to indicate high 
blood pressure. (See page .)
The 
 mark will light. (For storing measurement 
values, see page 4.)
The pulse rate value is the beats per minute 
calculated based on the pulse rate during 
measurement.
The 
 mark is displayed when pulse rate could not 
be measured.
3	
Remove	your	arm	from	the	main	unit.
4	 To	switch	off	the	blood	pressure	monitor, 	press	
the	On/Off	and	Start	button	on	the	main	unit. If you forget to switch it off, the blood pressure 
monitor will switch off automatically after 
appro
 ximately  minutes.
When the Adjust button “” on the wireless display 
is pressed, indications disappears but the power 
of the main unit is still on f
 or about  minutes.
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Movement	detection	function
If movement is detected while measurement is being taken and more 
pressure is applied by the pressure cuff, the 
 mark will be displayed.
Please redo blood pressure measurement again if the  mark flashes 
or is lit.
If the arm to which the pressure cuff is attached is moved while 
measurement is being taken (e.g. the elbow is bent suddenly), in some 
cases correct measurements may not be obtained.
When movement has been detected during measurement, the 
 
mark flashes when the blood pressure reading obtained during that 
measurement is displayed. 
(If this reading is saved, the 
 mark will light whenever it is recalled.)
Movement Mark Explanation
FlashingMovement has been detected.
· The elbow has been bent suddenly.
· The upper arm has been tensed.
· The arm has been moved, etc.
With correct posture, please take the measurement 
again after measurement has been completed (see 
page
 16).
Lit Movement has been detected that will significantly 
affect the reading.
· Significant movement has been detected.
· Movement has been detected repeatedly.
· Significant arm movement has been detected, etc.
Please take the measurement again (a  will 
appear on the display).
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  This function is designed to help you to take measurements accurately 
(see page 33). Even if the Movement mark is not displayed, we 
recommend that measurements be taken  times, with 5 minutes 
between readings, in order to obtain an accurate reading (see pages 15–
18 for correct position).
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