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DIGITAL WRIST BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR

INSTRUCTION FOR USE

GP-6220

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DESIGNATED USE

This unit uses an oscillometric measurement method in order to measure systolic and di-
astolic blood pressure, as well as the heart rate.
The measurement is conducted on the wrist.
All values can be read on an LCD screen.
This unit has been developed for home use and should only be used by adults over 18 years
of age with a wrist diameter between 13.5 and 19.5 cm.

PRECAUTIONS

• This manual and the product are not substitutes for visiting the doctor.

Neither the information contained herein nor this product may be used to diagnose or
treat health problems, or to prescribe drugs. If you have or suspect that you have a
medical problem, please seek immediate advice from your doctor.

• Do not conduct any measurements if the temperature is low (below +5 °C) or high

(over +40 °C), or if the relative humidity is beyond the range of 15 % to 93 %, as this
can lead to inaccurate readings.

• Wait 30 to 45 minutes, before taking a measurement if you have just had a caffeinated

drink or a cigarette.

• Relax for at least 5 to 10 minutes before taking a measurement.
• Please wait 3 to 5 minutes between measurements, so that your blood vessels can

return to the state they were in prior to measurement. You may have to adapt the wait-
ing time to your personal physiology.

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PRECAUTIONS

• It is recommended that you use the same wrist for each measurement (preferably the

left) and take the measurement at about the same time every day.

• Sit down comfortably with your elbows placed on the table and both feet on the ground.

Please do not interlock your legs during the measurement.

• Place the product on level of the heart. Relax your hand. Your palm should be facing

upwards.

• Take the measurement at room temperature in a quiet and stress-free environment.
• The unit should not be moved or shaken during the measurement. Please do not

speak during the measurement.

• Please keep in mind that blood pressure naturally varies depending on the time of day

and is affected by many different factors. Blood pressure is usually highest at work and
reaches its lowest level during the sleep phase.

• Blood pressure measurements should be assessed by a doctor or trained healthcare

professional who is familiar with your medical history. If you use the unit and regu-
larly record the results, please keep your doctor informed with regard to the ongoing
changes in your blood pressure.

• If you suffer from a cardiovascular disease (such as atherosclerosis), diabetes, a liver

or kidney disease, severe hypertension or peripheral circulatory disorders, etc., please
consult your doctor before using this unit.

• The blood pressure measurements conducted with this unit are equivalent to meas-

urements obtained by a trained observer in accordance with the values achieved us-
ing the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method and are within the speci

ed EN 1060-4

standard limits.

• If the cuff causes any discomfort during the measurement, press the “POWER” button

to turn off the unit immediately.

• If the pressure is over 300 mmHg and the cuff does not de

ate automatically, pull off

the strap to detach the cuff.

• Do not use this appliance on infants, children or persons who cannot express their own

intentions.

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PRECAUTIONS

• Measuring too frequently may result in circulatory disorders, which can cause unpleas-

ant sensations such as localised bleeding under the skin or temporary numbness in
your arm. These symptoms do not usually last long. However, if you have not recov-
ered after some time, please consult your doctor.

• The unit is not waterproof. Never immerse this instrument in any liquids.
• Do not use the instrument if you think it is damaged or if you notice anything unusual.

WARRANTY

The warranty for this blood pressure monitor is valid for any error on the part of the manu-
facturer under normal use for 3 years from the date of purchase. If your unit does not
function properly due to defective parts or assembly, we will repair it free of charge.
With the exception of the battery and cuff, all parts of the unit are subject to this warranty.
Damage caused by improper handling of your unit is not guaranteed.
We recommend that the accuracy of the unit be checked after 2 years from manufacturing
date by an authorized laboratory.
This checking procedure is not a service provided under the warranty.

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INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE OPERATING
THE DEVICE

What is blood pressure?

A force is created by the heart as the ventricle forcibly ejects blood into the blood vessels
and through the vascular system. Another force is created by the arteries as they resist
the blood

ow. Blood pressure is the result of these two forces.

What are systolic and diastolic pressures?

Systolic pressure represents the highest pressure at the height of the heart‘s contraction.
Diastolic pressure is the lowest pressure when the heart is resting.

Is my blood pressure normal?

See the following blood pressure classi

cation chart released by the WHO (World Health

Organization) for evaluation of your blood pressure level.

diastolic pr

essur

e mm Hg

systolic pressure mm Hg

Hypertension

High - Normal

Normal

Lower

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What about low blood pressure?

Generally speaking, a lower blood pressure reading is better unless it causes some un-
comfortable symptoms such as fainting and/or lightheadedness.

Fluctuation and variation in blood pressure

The following chart shows possible blood pressure

uctuations during a 24-hour period.

The following factors will in

uence blood pressure measurement results and cause vari-

ations:

• Bathing

• Breathing

• Conversation

• Meals

• Smoking

• Exercise

•

Drinking

Alcohol

•

Moving

• Thoughts

• Mental tension

• Temperature change, etc.

INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE OPERATING
THE DEVICE

Systolic

Diastolic

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ABOUT THE DEVICE

The cuff is designed to

t wrist sizes between 13.5 and 19.5 cm

(5.35 to 7.68 inch).

Memory Botton

LCD display

Battery Cover

Power Button

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EXPLANATION OF DISPLAY

PREPARATION FOR USE

Installing/Replacing batteries
1. Press lightly on the arrow and slide the battery cover in the direction

of the arrow.

2. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment mating correct

polarities “+“ and “-“.

Note:

• Replace both batteries if the low battery

indicator appears.

• Remove the batteries if the device will not

be used for a long period of time.

• It is recommended that the same type of

alkaline batteries be used to avoid incom-
patibility.

Keep batteries away from small children.
Do not throw batteries into

res: they could explode.

DATE

TIME

Date

Memory

Low Battery

Indicator

Pulse

Indicator

IPD (Irregular

Pulse Detection)

Systolic

Diastolic

Pulse Rate

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Attaching the pressure cuff

1. Free the left wrist of any clothing etc. and wrap the

cuff directly around it. The display should be posi-
tioned on the palm side of the wrist.

2. Fasten the cuff. Make sure it is not too tight. The

cuff‘s upper edge should be approximately 1 cm
(0.39 inch) from the palm line.

3. If it is not possible to measure on the left wrist,

attach the cuff on the right wrist as shown in the

gure.

Measuring posture

1. Sit upright and place your forearm on the storage

case so that the device is at heart level. Relax and
measure in a natural position.

2. Measure and record blood pressure at the same

time every day to establish your blood pressure
pattern.

PREPARATION FOR USE

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HOW TO OPERATURE THE DEVICE

1. Setting the Clock

Enter the clock setting mode by pressing and holding the MEMORY button for over

three seconds. The display will show a

ashing year. Press the POWER button to

adjust the year when it is

ashing. Then click the MEMORY button again, a „month„

will appear and

ash to be adjusted, and then „date“, „hour“, and „minute“ will follow as

you press and release the MEMORY button.

To adjust the clock:

Press the POWER button to adjust the „month“, „date“, „hour“ and „minute“ when they
are

ashing.

2. Measuring blood pres-

sure

Press and release the

POWER button to start
measuring automatically.

When the measurement

nished, the display will

show the measured blood
pressure and pulse rate.
Press the POWER button
to turn off the device.

Otherwise the device will automatically turn off

after 150 seconds

Note:

If the symbol

appears, it means the unit has detected irregular pulse during

measurement. If the symbol appears regularly please consult a quali

ed physi-

cian for professional advice.

Initial

display

Pumping

Measuring and

buzzer sounds

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HOW TO OPERATURE THE DEVICE

3. Recalling Stored Values

3.1 Press and release the MEMO-

RY key to recall the last read-
ing. (Example: no. 35 in the
memory). The display will show
the stored pressure and pulse
rate.

3.2 Press the MEMORY button to

go to previous stored values.

4. Erasing Stored Values

You may erase one or all records in the memory.

To delete one record:

Step 1:

Press and release MEMORY button to dis-

play stored values. Press and release MEMORY
button again to choose the record that you wish to
delete.

Step

Press and hold the POWER button until

the display shows „dEL“.

Step

Press and hold the POWER button. After three beeps are heard, the selected

record is deleted.

To delete all stored values:

steps 1

and

above.

Step

Press the MEMORY button again and the display shows „dEL ALL“.

Step

Press and hold the POWER button. After three beeps are heard, all records

are deleted.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Do not drop
the device.

Do not twist
the wrist cuff.

Do not modify or disassem-
ble the body or the wrist cuff.

Use a cloth moistened with
water or neutral detergent to
clean the body of the device
and then wipe it dry.

Avoid thinner,
benzene, and
other harsh
cleaners.

Keep the device in a suitable
place. Avoid high tempera-
tures direct sunlight, high
humidity, and dust.

Remove the batteries
if the device will not be
used for a long time.

Do not press the POWER
button if the cuff has not
been properly
wrapped around the wrist.

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ERROR MESSAGES

Message

Correction

The pressure measured was lower than 20 mm Hg.

Please measure again.

Excessive body movement is detected during measurement.

Please measure again.

Pumping error.

Please check cuff and try again.

The pressure can not be measured due to signal noise.

Please measure again.

The pumping pressure is higher than 300 mm Hg.

Please measure again.

Low battery.

Please check and, if necessary, replace the 2 batteries.

or no display

Observe the applicable regulations when disposing of the device and batteries.
This product must not be disposed of together with domestic waste.
All users are obliged to hand in all electrical or electronic devices, regardless of whether
or not they contain toxic substances, at a municipal or commercial collection point so that
they can be disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner.
Please remove the batteries before disposing of the device/unit.

Do not dispose of old batteries with your household waste, but at a battery
collection station at a recycling site or in a shop.

DISPOSAL

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model number

GP-6220

Display system

Liquid Crystal Display

Measuring method

Oscillometric

Power Source

2 alkaline “AAA” type batteries (1.5 V)

Measuring Range

20 to 300 mm Hg (blood pressure);
40 to 200 beats/minute (pulse rate)

Accuracy

±3 mm Hg (blood pressure), ±5 % (pulse rate)

ation

Automatic pump

ation

Automatic exhaust valve

Memory 85

sets

Display

LCD (year/date/time, pressure and pulse)

Low Battery indicator

yes

Auto Power-Off

after 150 s without any operation

Lifetime of battery

abt. 250 measurements

IP Classi

cation

IP20 (protected against foreign bodies < 12,5 mm)

Cuff size

13.5 to 19.5 cm

Operation Environment

+5 to +40 °C; RH: 15 to 90 % R.H.

Storage Environment

-25 to +55 °C; RH: 15 to 90 % R.H.

Dimensions

76 mm x 76 mm x 33 mm (W x D x H)

Weight

around 136 g (inclusive batteries)

Electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC)

The present medical product is a device with an
extremely high degree of noise immunity. There-
fore, the enclosure with the EMC tables was not
printed out.

Speci

cations are subject to change for improvement without notice.

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Geratherm

is certi

ed in accordance with Council Directive 93/42/EEC and EN ISO 13485

and is entitled to af

x the CE-mark

(Noti

ed Body: TÜV Rheinland LGA Products

GmbH).
The blood pressure monitor conforms to
• EN 1060-1 (Non-invasive sphygmomanometers part 1: General requirements) and
• EN 1060-3 (Non-invasive sphygmomanometers part 3: Supplementary requirements for

electromechanical blood pressure measuring systems)

• EN 1060-4 Non-invasive sphygmomanometers, Part 4: Test procedures to determine the

overall system accuracy of automated non-invasive sphygmomanometers

QUALITY STANDARD

SYMBOL INDEX

Follow instructions for use

Type BF Equipment

Keep dry

Batch code
(mm/yyyy; month/year)

Store between 15 % and
90 % R.H.

Serial number

Store between -25 °C and
+55 °C

Manufacturer

The device must not be disposed
of with household waste.

Caution! Read the instruction
manual!

Geratherm Medical AG
Fahrenheitstrasse 1
D-98716 Geschwenda
Germany
www.geratherm.com

-25 °C

+55 °C

90 %

15 %

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