Panasonic Ew Bw30 Operating Instructions

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For	BatteriesThe frequency of use for batteries is approximately 300 measurements 
(3 times per day) with fresh Panasonic alkaline batteries (AAA-size LR03  alkaline batteries). [Measurement conditions: Room temperature 73.4 °F  (23 °C); Pressurized to 170 mmHg; Wrist circumference: 6-3/4˝ (17 cm)]
If batteries other than alkaline batteries are used or batteries are used 
in a cold room, and when measuring a person with high blood pressure, 
battery life may be dramatically shorter. 
*Use alkaline batteries. (Panasonic Oxyride batteries can also be used.)
Be sure to replace batteries once a year to prevent battery leakage.
	Setting	the	 Time	and	Date
*  Having inserted the batteries, set the time and date so that any future 
stored measurements are saved in the memory with the correct time and 
date. 
(If you attempt to take measurements without first setting the time and 
date then “—” will be displayed.)
1 
Set 2 
Adjust
3 
Fix
“Year”
1	 Press	and	hold	the	Set	button	
“1”	on	
the	top	side	of	the	unit. Set the “year”.
2	 Press	the
 	Adjust	button	 “2”	to	adjust	
the	number. Each press of the button raises the 
number of the “year”.
Setting range for years is from 2010 to 
2050.
3	 Press	 the

	Set	button	 “1”	to	fix	the	
number. The “year” will be fixed. Then, set the 
“month”.
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4	 Adjust	in	order	of	“month”,	“day”, 	
“hour”, 	and	 “minutes”, 	repeating	 steps	
2	and	3. The clock is stopped while the date or 
time is flashing.
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“Month”
“Day”“Hour” “Minute”
5	 Press	the	Off/On	Start	button	to	turn	
off	the	unit.
Note) During the setting if the Off/On Start button is pressed, or if no  button is pressed for 5 minutes, the settings made up to that 
point will be used. 
* Setting range for years is from 2010 to 2050.
Use the tip of a ballpoint pen 
etc. to press the Set and Adjust 
buttons.
	Setting	the	 Time	and	Date	(cont.) 
						

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	Fitting	the	Pressure	Cuff
Blood pressure is measured at your left wrist. It is not necessary to roll up 
your sleeve or to remove any clothing.
Fastener
Fastener
Place the device 
on the inside of 
your wrist.
Wrap the pressure cuff so 
that the positioning mark is 
aligned with the base of the 
wrist.
1.	 Place	the	device	on	the	inside	of	your	wrist.Place the device directly in 
contact with the skin.
The device can be used by 
people with a wrist 
circumference of 5˝–8-3/4˝ 
(12.5–22.0 cm).
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Base of the wrist
Wrap the pressure 
cuff so that the 
positioning mark 
will be at the 
center of the wrist. 2.	 Firmly	wrap	and	fasten	 using	
the	hoop	and	loop	fastener. A loosely applied pressure 
cuff will result in high blood 
readings or incapable 
measurement.
Press fastener softly to avoid 
the peel off.
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	Fitting	the	Pressure	Cuff	(cont.)
Do not remove the hook-and-loop 
fastener by twisting it off. 
Be sure to peel it in an horizontal 
direction in alignment with the cuff. 
Fit as shown in the figure.
The cuff can be used on either wrist. 
However, the difference in blood 
pressure between the left and right 
wrists may be around 10 mmHg, so 
be sure to always use the same wrist 
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	Obtaining	Accurate	Measurements
Always	take	your	blood	pressure	at	the	same	time	while	
sitting	in	the	same	position	and	using	the	same	wrist.
It is recommended to check your blood pressure at least twice a day. It is 
best in the morning before breakfast and in the evening after work.
In	the	following	situations, 	accurate	measurements	cannot	be	taken.
Within 1 hour after eating or drinking alcohol
Immediately after drinking coffee or tea, or smoking
In a moving vehicle
Immediately after exercising or taking a bath 
(Wait at least 20 minutes and take a measurement while staying quiet.)
In cold places 
[Take measurements at room temperatures around 68 °F (20 °C).]
When you need to urinate 
(Wait several minutes after urinating before taking measurements.)
Always	rest	for	four	to	five	minutes	before	taking	your	blood	
pressure.
Taking	measurements	while	sitting	down
1.	 Place	your	elbow	on	the	table.
2.	 Align	the	device	with	the	level	of	 your	heart.
3.	 Open	and	relax	your	hand	with	 the	palm	facing	up.
Please place your arm on top of the 
storage case once you have attached 
the pressure cuff.
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	Obtaining	Accurate	Measurements	(cont.)
Do not take measurements in the positions shown below as they will be 
inaccurate.
Do not bend your wrist inward. Do not clench your fist.
If the device is placed at 
a height lower than the 
heart then the resulting 
readings may be higher 
than your actual blood 
pressure.If the device is placed at 
a height higher than the 
heart then the resulting 
readings may be lower 
than your actual blood 
pressure.If you lean forward while 
taking measurements 
then the resulting 
readings may not be 
accurate.
To obtain accurate readings, the following actions should also be avoided 
during measurements.
Do not touch the device.
Do not change position or move your wrist or fingers.
Do not talk.
[CAUTION]Keep away from cellular telephones and other sources of electromagnetic 
radiation during measurements. 
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	Wrist	Height	Sensor
About	the	wrist	height	sensorThis is a support function to ensure that you use the blood pressure 
monitor at an appropriate height (same height as your heart). Users with 
a fixed measurement position and measurement environment (height 
of table, height of chair, etc.) can achieve more stable measurement 
conditions by using this function. 
It will estimate the height of the blood pressure monitor wrapped around 
the wrist from the angle of the arm, and notify you of the appropriate 
measurement position with the wrist height sensor lamp. 
(When a reading is saved, whether or not wrist height was appropriate at 
the time of measurement is also saved. This information is then indicated 
by the wrist height sensor lamp when recalling readings.)
When	the	height	 is	not	 appropriateWhen	the	height	is	appropriate
Wrist is lower 
than heart Wrist is higher 
than heartAppropriate height
(wrist is approximately at the height  of heart) 
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  Wrist height sensor lamp
Flashes 1
 
Wrist height sensor lamp
Is lit
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  Graph display
Upward arrow Downward arrow 2
 
Graph display
Displaying appropriate position
Wrist	height	sensor	lamp	will	turn	off	a	short	period	after	the	
blood	pressure	measurement	starts. 	
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	Wrist	Height	Sensor	(cont.)
Setting	the	Height
1.	 Place	the	arm	to	which	the	device	is	attached	on	top	of	the	storage	case	with	
the	wrist	positioned	at	the	level	of	the	
heart.
Height sensor setting 
display
2.	 Press	the	wrist	height	button	for	3	seconds	or	longer.
It will notify by flashing the wrist height 
sensor lamp 3 times.
3.	 Press	the	Off/On	Start	button	to	turn	off	the	unit.
Once the height is set, the range of appropriate height (where the wrist 
height sensor lamp turns on) becomes narrow in comparison to when it 
is not set, making it easier to adjust to appropriate height.
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Clearing	the	Height	Setting
1.	 Press	the	Memory/Recall	button.
Height sensor off display
2.	 Press	the	wrist	height	button	for	3	seconds	or	longer.
It will notify by flashing the wrist height 
sensor lamp 3 times.
3.	 Press	the	Off/On	Start	button	to	turn	off	the	unit. 
						

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	Measuring	Your	Blood	Pressure
1.	 Place	the	arm	to	which	the	device	is	
attached	on	top	of	the	storage	case	with	
the	wrist	positioned	at	the	level	of	the	
heart.	
(Please	see	 “Obtaining

	Accurate	
Measurements” 	on	pages	14	and	15.)
2.	 Press	the	wrist	height	button	briefly.
Wrist height sensor function will start. 
(For wrist height sensor, see pages 16 and 
17.) 
(Measurement will not start until the Off/On 
Start button is pressed.)
Note:   Height setting is reset when it is pressed 
for 3 seconds or longer.
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3.	 Fine	adjust	the	arm	angle.
Fine adjust the angle of your arm so the 
wrist will be at the appropriate height. 
Wrist height sensor lamp will turn on when 
your wrist is at an appropriate height. 
(Please see pages 16 and 17.)
Wrist height sensor lamp will turn off a 
short period while after the measurement 
starts.
You can also start measurement by 
proceeding to the step “4. Press the 
Off/On Start button.” without pressing the 
wrist height button. In such a case, both 
the blood pressure measurement and 
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