Panasonic Ew 3153 Instructions Manual

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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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	Taking	a	Reading	(continued)
Irregular	pulse	function
If the pulse r
 ate varies by more than ±5% from the average while a 
measurement is being taken, when measurement is completed the 
 mark will be displayed.
The  mark will be lit after approx. 6 seconds of blinking when 
the measurement is completed.
If the 
 mark is lit, please take the measurement again.
In some cases, if the pulse rate fluctuates greatly while a measurement 
is being taken, it may be impossible to obtain an accurate reading.
(Flashes.) (Is lit.)
If you save a reading where an irregular pulse was recorded, the  mark will be displayed when you recall that reading.
If the  mark is displayed an irregular pulse rate is detected, 
not necessarily due to atrial fibrillation. However, if this mark continues 
to be displayed in subsequent readings, please consult with your 
physician.
*
   This function is designed to act as a guide to help you to obtain 
accurate readings (Please see pages 15–18).
*  If the 
 mark is frequently displayed, please consult a health 
professional for your health condition.
Don’t 	try	to	interpret	readings	or	attempt	to	treat	any	condition	
yourself.
Al
 ways	follow	the	guidance	of	a	health	professional.
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Alarm	function	signals	high	blood	pressure
Blood pressure values for both systolic and diastolic readings are 
determined and indicated via  mark in the display as being within normal 
or hypertensive ranges based on definitions and classification of blood 
pressure levels by the JNC 7. Moreover, when blood pressure is in the high 
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 mmHg (Dia.) are considered to constitute high 
blood pressure.
(mmH g
)
Systolic
mark
positions
120140
80 90
(mmH
g
)
Diastolic
Blood pressure
sign
Orange
YellowGreenHypertension
(Stage 1, Stage 2)
Prehypertension
Normal
Blood pressure readings will flash for approx. 6 seconds 
when in the high blood pressure range.
Systolic b lood pressure: 140 mmHg and over
Diastolic b
lood pressure: 90 mmHg and over
(Only when measurement is complete)
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When

	an	Error	Occurs	During	Measurement
A  will appear on the display to indicate that measurement 
was unsuccessful and should be performed again.
Before performing another measurement, always press the 
On/Off and Start button to turn off the unit and make sure to 
allo w a rest period of 4 to 5 minutes before starting again.
Please consult your doctor without delay if the blood 
pressure indicator repeatedly displays to elevated blood 
pressure values.
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	Taking	a	Reading	(continued)
Irregular	pulse	function
If the pulse r
 ate varies by more than ±5% from the average while a 
measurement is being taken, when measurement is completed the 
 mark will be displayed.
The  mark will be lit after approx. 6 seconds of blinking when 
the measurement is completed.
If the 
 mark is lit, please take the measurement again.
In some cases, if the pulse rate fluctuates greatly while a measurement 
is being taken, it may be impossible to obtain an accurate reading.
(Flashes.) (Is lit.)
If you save a reading where an irregular pulse was recorded, the  mark will be displayed when you recall that reading.
If the  mark is displayed an irregular pulse rate is detected, 
not necessarily due to atrial fibrillation. However, if this mark continues 
to be displayed in subsequent readings, please consult with your 
physician.
*
   This function is designed to act as a guide to help you to obtain 
accurate readings (Please see pages 15–18).
*  If the 
 mark is frequently displayed, please consult a health 
professional for your health condition.
Don’t 	try	to	interpret	readings	or	attempt	to	treat	any	condition	
yourself.
Al
 ways	follow	the	guidance	of	a	health	professional.
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Alarm	function	signals	high	blood	pressure
Blood pressure values for both systolic and diastolic readings are 
determined and indicated via  mark in the display as being within normal 
or hypertensive ranges based on definitions and classification of blood 
pressure levels by the JNC 7. Moreover, when blood pressure is in the high 
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 mmHg (Dia.) are considered to constitute high 
blood pressure.
(mmH g
)
Systolic
mark
positions
120140
80 90
(mmH
g
)
Diastolic
Blood pressure
sign
Orange
YellowGreenHypertension
(Stage 1, Stage 2)
Prehypertension
Normal
Blood pressure readings will flash for approx. 6 seconds 
when in the high blood pressure range.
Systolic b lood pressure: 140 mmHg and over
Diastolic b
lood pressure: 90 mmHg and over
(Only when measurement is complete)
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When

	an	Error	Occurs	During	Measurement
A  will appear on the display to indicate that measurement 
was unsuccessful and should be performed again.
Before performing another measurement, always press the 
On/Off and Start button to turn off the unit and make sure to 
allo w a rest period of 4 to 5 minutes before starting again.
Please consult your doctor without delay if the blood 
pressure indicator repeatedly displays to elevated blood 
pressure values.
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	Taking	a	Reading	(continued)
To	interrupt	measurements	quickly
Press	the	Quick	air	release	button.
If pressure cuff will not deflate quickly enough 
even if the On/Off and Start button is pressed, 
press and hold the quick air release button on top 
of the unit. The air will be released in 
appro
 ximately 4 seconds.
If	the	pressure	cuff	comes	off:
1	 With	the	belt	and	seam	 downwards, 	slide	the	pressure	
cuff	into	the	main	unit.
Belt
With the belt and seam 
downwards, slide the 
pressure cuff into the 
main unit. Seam
2	
 Press	the	pressure	cuff	into	
the	groove	of	the	main	unit.
Either the front or the back can 
be attached first.
Pressure cuff
Groove
Check that the  
pressure cuff is  
inserted in the groove  
on the main unit.
*When
 	re-attaching, 	be	sure	not	to	touch	the	inside	of	the	main	unit	
where	the	pressure	cuff	has	been	removed. 
Doing so may result in an accident or injury.
	Storing	and	Calling	up	Blood	Pressure	Readings
Up to 90 readings each can be stored in the memory for two people.
Storing	blood	pressure	readingsAll data is retained even when the batteries go flat or are changed.
When measurements are taken and no date has been set, the date and 
time will be displayed as “
” on the wireless display.
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
1.	 After	measurement	has	been	completed, 	the		
mark	will	be	lit	up.
Press the user selection button on the wireless 
display to select the desired user.
To select User 
 … To Step .
To select User  …   Press the user selection button.
2.	 Press	the	Memory/Recall	button.
3.	 Memory	storage	is	completed. A total for 
	and 	of 90 readings can be stored 
in memory. Readings over the memory capacity 
will be recorded over the oldest measurement in 
memory.
Readings cannot be saved when a measurement 
has been unsuccessful (display of the error mark 
 for blood pressure readings). Readings can 
be saved, however, when the  mark is displayed 
for the pulse rate.
The memory number, measurement date, and 
time are alternately displayed in approximately 
 
 seconds.
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	Taking	a	Reading	(continued)
To	interrupt	measurements	quickly
Press	the	Quick	air	release	button.
If pressure cuff will not deflate quickly enough 
even if the On/Off and Start button is pressed, 
press and hold the quick air release button on top 
of the unit. The air will be released in 
appro
 ximately 4 seconds.
If	the	pressure	cuff	comes	off:
1	 With	the	belt	and	seam	 downwards, 	slide	the	pressure	
cuff	into	the	main	unit.
Belt
With the belt and seam 
downwards, slide the 
pressure cuff into the 
main unit. Seam
2	
 Press	the	pressure	cuff	into	
the	groove	of	the	main	unit.
Either the front or the back can 
be attached first.
Pressure cuff
Groove
Check that the  
pressure cuff is  
inserted in the groove  
on the main unit.
*When
 	re-attaching, 	be	sure	not	to	touch	the	inside	of	the	main	unit	
where	the	pressure	cuff	has	been	removed. 
Doing so may result in an accident or injury.
	Storing	and	Calling	up	Blood	Pressure	Readings
Up to 90 readings each can be stored in the memory for two people.
Storing	blood	pressure	readingsAll data is retained even when the batteries go flat or are changed.
When measurements are taken and no date has been set, the date and 
time will be displayed as “
” on the wireless display.
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
1.	 After	measurement	has	been	completed, 	the		
mark	will	be	lit	up.
Press the user selection button on the wireless 
display to select the desired user.
To select User 
 … To Step .
To select User  …   Press the user selection button.
2.	 Press	the	Memory/Recall	button.
3.	 Memory	storage	is	completed. A total for 
	and 	of 90 readings can be stored 
in memory. Readings over the memory capacity 
will be recorded over the oldest measurement in 
memory.
Readings cannot be saved when a measurement 
has been unsuccessful (display of the error mark 
 for blood pressure readings). Readings can 
be saved, however, when the  mark is displayed 
for the pulse rate.
The memory number, measurement date, and 
time are alternately displayed in approximately 
 
 seconds.
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	Storing	and	Calling	up	Blood	Pressure	Readings	(continued)
Calling	up	readings	from	memory
Readings can be recalled after being saved without having to switch the 
unit on.
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
1.	 Press	the	user	selection	button	on	the	wireless	 display	to	select	the	desired	user.
To select User 
 … To Step .
To select User  …   Press the user selection button.
2.	 Press	the	Memory/Recall	button. The average readings of all recorded 
measurements are displayed.
When readings from 90 measurements have been 
saved the average of the readings from all 
90
 measurements will be displayed. (If there is 
only 1 measurement recorded, mark 
 will not 
be displayed.)
The mark 
 will be displayed.
Blood pressure indicator  will be lit up for 
approximately 6 seconds.
3.	 Press	the	Memory/Recall	button	to	display	 readings	starting	with	from	the	most	recent	
measurement. Each time the Memory/Recall button is pressed 
readings are displayed in order of the most recent 
measurement.
The memory number, measurement date, and 
time are alternately displayed in approximately 
 
 seconds.
4.	 Press	the	Adjust	button	 “2”	on	the	wireless	
display	to	switch	off	the	unit. If you forget to switch off the unit it will do so 
automatically after appro
 x. 30 seconds.
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• Deleting 	all	data	stored	in	memory
(1)   Recall the user whom you want to delete using the user selection 
button.
(

)   Recall stored data using the Memory/Recall button.
(3)   Press the Memory/Recall button again and hold it (for approx. 
3 seconds) until all readings are deleted.
NOTE: Readings from individual measurements cannot be deleted.
(4) 
   If everything has been deleted, the selected  or  mark and  
will be displayed.
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	Storing	and	Calling	up	Blood	Pressure	Readings	(continued)
Calling	up	readings	from	memory
Readings can be recalled after being saved without having to switch the 
unit on.
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
(After approx. 
 2 seconds.)
1.	 Press	the	user	selection	button	on	the	wireless	 display	to	select	the	desired	user.
To select User 
 … To Step .
To select User  …   Press the user selection button.
2.	 Press	the	Memory/Recall	button. The average readings of all recorded 
measurements are displayed.
When readings from 90 measurements have been 
saved the average of the readings from all 
90
 measurements will be displayed. (If there is 
only 1 measurement recorded, mark 
 will not 
be displayed.)
The mark 
 will be displayed.
Blood pressure indicator  will be lit up for 
approximately 6 seconds.
3.	 Press	the	Memory/Recall	button	to	display	 readings	starting	with	from	the	most	recent	
measurement. Each time the Memory/Recall button is pressed 
readings are displayed in order of the most recent 
measurement.
The memory number, measurement date, and 
time are alternately displayed in approximately 
 
 seconds.
4.	 Press	the	Adjust	button	 “2”	on	the	wireless	
display	to	switch	off	the	unit. If you forget to switch off the unit it will do so 
automatically after appro
 x. 30 seconds.
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• Deleting 	all	data	stored	in	memory
(1)   Recall the user whom you want to delete using the user selection 
button.
(

)   Recall stored data using the Memory/Recall button.
(3)   Press the Memory/Recall button again and hold it (for approx. 
3 seconds) until all readings are deleted.
NOTE: Readings from individual measurements cannot be deleted.
(4) 
   If everything has been deleted, the selected  or  mark and  
will be displayed.
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	Comparing	AM	and	PM	Average	Systolic	Blood	Pressure
Average AM and PM systolic blood pressure is displayed in order to allow 
you to compare readings from both time periods.
Use of the AM and PM average systolic blood pressure comparison 
function can aid in the detection of a blood pressure pattern known as 
“early morning surge” in which blood pressure rises rapidly in the morning.
AM/PM comparison can only be done when the date and time have been 
set up.
These can be compared after readings have been saved, and even when 
the unit is turned off.
1.	 Press	the	user	selection	button	to	select	the	user	for	a	comparison	of	average	AM	and	PM	
systolic	blood	pressures.Each time the button is pressed the user switches 
from one to the other.
2.

	 Press	the	
	button.
The average AM and PM systolic blood pressure 
for the selected user will be displayed.
AM… 3:00
  AM to 11:00 AM
PM… 6:00 PM to :59 AM The average systolic blood pressure recorded 
during the time periods shown above will be 
displayed.
When the time has not been recorded or a single 
reading has been recorded, “
” will be 
displayed.
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3.	 Press	the	Adjust	button	
“2”	to	switch	off	the	
unit. If you forget to switch off the unit it will do so 
automatically after appro
 x. 30 seconds.
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	After	Use
Since the wireless display 
cannot be secured in place, be 
careful to avoid dropping the 
unit.
1	
 Tilt	the	main	unit	(using	the	
handle)	in	the	direction	of	the	
arrow	until	the	unit	is	locked.
2	 Place	the	wireless	display	on	top	 of	the	unit	securely.
To	transport	the	unit Carry the main unit and the 
wireless display separately.
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	Comparing	AM	and	PM	Average	Systolic	Blood	Pressure
Average AM and PM systolic blood pressure is displayed in order to allow 
you to compare readings from both time periods.
Use of the AM and PM average systolic blood pressure comparison 
function can aid in the detection of a blood pressure pattern known as 
“early morning surge” in which blood pressure rises rapidly in the morning.
AM/PM comparison can only be done when the date and time have been 
set up.
These can be compared after readings have been saved, and even when 
the unit is turned off.
1.	 Press	the	user	selection	button	to	select	the	user	for	a	comparison	of	average	AM	and	PM	
systolic	blood	pressures.Each time the button is pressed the user switches 
from one to the other.
2.

	 Press	the	
	button.
The average AM and PM systolic blood pressure 
for the selected user will be displayed.
AM… 3:00
  AM to 11:00 AM
PM… 6:00 PM to :59 AM The average systolic blood pressure recorded 
during the time periods shown above will be 
displayed.
When the time has not been recorded or a single 
reading has been recorded, “
” will be 
displayed.
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3.	 Press	the	Adjust	button	
“2”	to	switch	off	the	
unit. If you forget to switch off the unit it will do so 
automatically after appro
 x. 30 seconds.
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	After	Use
Since the wireless display 
cannot be secured in place, be 
careful to avoid dropping the 
unit.
1	
 Tilt	the	main	unit	(using	the	
handle)	in	the	direction	of	the	
arrow	until	the	unit	is	locked.
2	 Place	the	wireless	display	on	top	 of	the	unit	securely.
To	transport	the	unit Carry the main unit and the 
wireless display separately.
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	Specifications
Power sourceDC 6 V (Main unit: Four AA/LR6 size alkaline 
batteries)
A C 10  V 60 Hz (when using AC adapter)
DC 3  V (Wireless display: Two AA/LR6 size 
alkaline batteries)
Display Digital LCD
Method of measurement Oscillometric system
Measurement range Blood pressure:
  0 mmHg to 80 mmHg
Pulse r
ate: 30 to 160 beats per minute
Accuracy Blood pressure:
  Within ±3 mmHg
Pulse rate: Within ±5%
Operation temperature/
humidity range 10
  °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F), 15% to 90% 
RH
Storage temperature/
humidity range –
 0 °C to 60 °C (–4 °F to 140 °F), 
10% to 95% RH
Measurable arm 
circumference Approx. 7¾ to 13⅜ (

0 cm to 34 cm)
Weight Main unit:
  Approx. 1550 g (54.7 oz.) (not 
including batteries)
Wireless displa y: Approx. 160 g (5.6 oz.) (not 
including batteries)
Dimensions Main unit: 11⅛ × 6⅝ × 11⅛ (
8.3 cm × 
16.9 cm × 8.1 cm)
Wireless display: 5¾ × 3¼ × 
 ⅝ (14.6  cm × 
8.4 cm × 6.8 cm)
Protection against 
electric shock Internally powered equipment, Type BF 
applied part
AC adapter
Input AC 10 V 60 Hz
Output DC 6
  V .0 A
	Q	&	A
Q Why	are	the	blood	pressure	values	measured	at	home	different	
from	those	measured	at	the	doctor’s	office?
A Blood pressure v
 aries in a 4-hour period.
In addition, it can vary greatly depending on the weather, your 
mental state, amount of exercise, etc.
In particular, there is the phenomenon of “White uniform 
hypertension” at doctor’s offices, where the blood pressure 
measured in a doctor’s office is higher because of stress or anxiety.
In

	addition, 	if	the	blood	pressure	measured	at	home	is	
sometimes	higher	and	sometimes	lower	than	the	blood	
pressure	measured	at	the	doctor’s	office, 	the	following	can	be	
considered. 	Please	pay	attention	to	these	points	when	taking	
measurements.
1

  Measuring posture was poor.
Did you take measurements while leaning forward with your body 
at an angle?
  Measurements w

ere not taken at the upper arm.
Please take measurements with your elbow in the arm support of 
the main unit.
  (See pages 15–17.)
3  Were you anxious or upset during measurements?
Before taking measurements, take  or 3 deep breaths and relax, 
so that your blood pressure stabilizes.
Q Wh
y	do	the	main	unit	and	the	wireless	display	operate	together	 even	when	they	are	separated?
A The main unit and the wireless display communicate 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.
Q The
 		mark	does	not	light	when	an	arm	is	moved.
A The 
 mark is a function to notify you that your arm is bent or to 
indicate extra loads on the pressure cuff.
Therefore, it may not indicate motion (bending an arm slightly, etc.).
If you are concerned about the result, retry the measurement.
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