Technaxx® Blood Pressure Monitor B06T

This device complies with the requirements of the standards referred to the Directive R&TTE 1999/5/EC. The Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.technaxx.de. Before using the device for the first time, read the user manual carefully. This device has a rechargeable battery and must be fully charged before first use. Note: Charge the battery every 2–3 months if not in use. For technical support, contact 01805 012643 or support@technaxx.de.

Features

• Enables very fast and reliable measurement of systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as pulse rate through the oscillometric method.
• Voice broadcast function.
• Bluetooth connection (V4.0 & 3.0) with Smartphone.
• Operating through iOS or Android APP.
• Unlimited number of users.
• 1-key operation on device.
• Storage of the last 99 measurements (with date and time).
• LED charging & Bluetooth indicator.
• Blood pressure result indicator.
• Average value function of the last 15 measurements.
• IP21 protection class (against solid debris and vertically falling water drops).
• Cuff and main unit are integrated as one part.
• Built-in rechargeable lithium ion 800mAh battery (3.7V).
• For use at home or in ambulances.
• Clinically proven accuracy and user-friendly design.

Important Hints and Warnings – Read carefully !

• Contact your doctor for further questions on blood pressure and its measurement.
• In cases of irregular heartbeat, measurements should only be evaluated after consultation with your doctor.
• Self-measurement means control, not diagnosis or treatment; only a healthcare professional can interpret measurements.
• Unusual values must always be discussed with your doctor.
• Under no circumstances should you alter the dosages of any drugs prescribed by your doctor.
• Familiarize yourself with the section titled "Important Information on Blood Pressure and its Measurement" for information on blood pressure dynamics.
• Note: Arm circumference should be measured with a measuring tape in the middle of the relaxed upper arm. Do not force cuff connection into an open wound.
• This device cannot be used with HF-surgical equipment.
• The pulse display is not suitable for checking heart pacemakers. The device shall not be serviced or maintained while in use with the patient.
• This device is NOT intended to replace regular medical checkups.
• In cases of irregular heartbeat (Arrhythmia), measurements should only be evaluated after consultation with your doctor.
• Blood pressure readings should be verified by a doctor before prescribing or adjusting hypertension medications.
• Use on patients under dialysis therapy or on anticoagulant, antiplatelets, or steroids could cause internal bleeding.
• The patient is the intended operator; monitoring functions can be safely used by the patient. Routine cleaning can be performed by the patient.
• Not suitable for neonatal, infants, or pregnant patients.
• Do not repair or modify the device yourself.
• This device contains sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong electrical or electromagnetic fields (e.g., microwave ovens) during use, as they can lead to temporary impairment of measuring accuracy or erratic results.
• Use the instrument within the specified temperature and relative humidity (see Technical Specifications).
• The device is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetic mixtures with air, oxygen, or nitrous oxide.
• Turn off the power if the device is not likely to be used for some time.
• To avoid accidental strangulation, keep the unit away from children and do not drape tubing around your neck. Keep the unit away from children and pets to avoid damage.
• This device is intended for use by adults only.
• The cuff material is latex-free.
• Too frequent measurements can cause injury due to blood flow interference. Do not place the cuff over a wound part.
• Pressurization of the cuff can temporarily cause loss of function of simultaneously used monitoring ME EQUIPMENT on the same limb.

1. Important Information on Blood Pressure and its Measurement

1.1. How does high or low blood pressure arise?

Your blood pressure level is determined in the circulatory center of the brain and adjusts to various situations via feedback from the nervous system. To adjust blood pressure, the heart's strength and speed (Pulse), as well as the width of circulatory blood vessels are altered. Blood vessel width is controlled by fine muscles in the blood vessel walls.

Your arterial blood pressure level changes periodically during heart activity: During the "blood ejection" (Systole), the value is highest (systolic blood pressure value). At the end of the heart's "rest period" (Diastole), pressure is lowest (diastolic blood pressure value). Blood pressure values must lie within certain normal ranges to prevent particular diseases.

1.2. Which values are normal?

A graph plots Diastolic blood pressure (mmHg) on the y-axis against Systolic blood pressure (mmHg) on the x-axis, illustrating zones for Optimal blood pressure (target value), Normal blood pressure, High normal value, Mild hypertension, Moderate hypertension, and Severe hypertension.

Blood pressure is very high if your diastolic pressure is above 90 mmHg and/or your systolic blood pressure is over 160 mmHg, while at rest. In this case, please consult your physician immediately. Long-term values at this level endanger your health due to continual damage to the blood vessels in your body. If your systolic blood pressure values are between 140 mmHg and 159 mmHg and/or the diastolic blood pressure values between 90 mmHg and 99 mmHg, consult your physician. Regular self-checks are necessary. If you have blood pressure values that are too low (i.e., systolic values under 105 mmHg and/or diastolic values under 60 mmHg), consult your physician. Even with normal blood pressure values, a regular self-check with your blood pressure monitor is recommended. You can detect possible changes in your values early and react appropriately.

If you are undergoing medical treatment to control your blood pressure, keep a record of values along with time of day and date. Show these values to your physician. Never use the results of your measurements to independently alter the drug doses prescribed by your physician.

Further information: If your values are mostly normal under resting conditions but exceptionally high under conditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suffering from so-called "labile hypertension". Consult your doctor! Correctly measured diastolic blood pressure values above 120 mmHg require immediate medical treatment.

1.3. What can be done if regular high or low values are obtained?

• a) Consult your doctor.
• b) Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) are associated with considerable health risks over time. Arterial blood vessels in your body are endangered due to constriction caused by deposits in the vessel walls (Arteriosclerosis). A deficient supply of blood to important organs (heart, brain, muscles) can result from arteriosclerosis. Furthermore, the heart will become structurally damaged with increased blood pressure values.
• c) There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differentiate between the common primary (essential) hypertension, and secondary hypertension. The latter group can be ascribed to specific organ malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for information about the possible origins of your own increased blood pressure values.
• d) There are measures which you can take to reduce and even prevent high blood pressure.

2. Battery Power Checking

The battery is a built-in chargeable lithium ion battery. Press the "Power ON/OFF" button. If the "Battery Indicator" becomes RED, the battery power is low and needs recharging. The power supply should be DC 5V/1A. Recharge the device with the charging cable (included).

When the "Battery Indicator" becomes GREEN, the battery is fully recharged, and the device can be used normally. If the battery is not fully recharged, the indicator flashes in RED.

You may also operate this device using an AC adapter (not included), outputting 5V DC/1A with a Micro USB plug. Use only the approved brand AC adapter to avoid damaging the unit. Ensure the AC adapter and cable are not damaged. Then plug the adapter cable into the AC adapter port on the right side of the blood pressure monitor, and then plug the adapter into your electrical outlet. When the AC adapter is connected, no battery current is consumed. If the AC adapter is accidentally removed, the monitor must be reset by removing the plug from the socket and reinserting the AC adapter connection.

Assessment indicator: The indicator is set around the Start/Stop button. After measurement, the indicator turns into different colors according to the assessment: BLUE means normal, YELLOW means mild high blood pressure, and RED means high blood pressure.

3. Components of the Blood Pressure Monitor B06T

The device includes the following components: Charge Port, Battery / Bluetooth Indicator, Blood Pressure Indicator, Power on/off & Start/Stop Button, Mem (= Memory button) / Vol - button, Mem (= Memory button) / Vol + button, and the Upper Arm Cuff.

4. Using your Monitor for the First Time

4.1. Start / Stop

After the battery is fully charged, some functions can be set before use. Press the Start/Stop button once. The indicator for the battery and Bluetooth will flash blue, indicating Bluetooth is waiting for connection. Press the button for approximately 2 seconds to start the measurement directly, or connect the device with a smartphone to be remote controlled by the "My Fitness" APP. There will be a voice prompt "Bluetooth is connected" if the device connects with the smartphone successfully.

4.2. Setting the volume

Press and hold the Vol+/Vol- button to hear the voice guide for adjusting the volume up or down to your preference.

4.3. Assessment memory record

Press the Vol+/Vol- button once to seek the next/previous assessment record. Press and hold the Vol+ and Vol- buttons simultaneously to clear all assessment records.

5. Measurement Procedure

Note: You should always be seated and calm before and during measurement.

5.1. Before measurement

• Avoid eating and smoking, as well as all forms of exertion, directly before measurement, as these factors influence the result.
• Find time to relax by sitting in an armchair in a quiet atmosphere for about ten minutes before taking a measurement.
• Remove any garment that fits closely to your upper arm.
• Always measure on the same arm (normally the left).
• Always compare measurements taken at the same time of day, as blood pressure changes during the course of the day by as much as 20-40 mmHg.

5.2. Common sources of errors

Note: Comparable blood pressure measurements always require the same conditions!

• Conditions should always be quiet.
• User efforts to support the arm can increase blood pressure. Ensure you are in a comfortable, relaxed position and do not flex any muscles in the measurement arm. Use a cushion for support if necessary.
• If the arm artery lies considerably lower or higher than the heart, an erroneously high or low blood pressure will be measured. Each 25–30cm difference in height between your heart and the cuff results in a measurement error of 10 mmHg.
• Cuffs that are too narrow or too short result in false measurement values. Selecting the correct cuff is extremely important. Cuff size is dependent upon the circumference of the arm (measured in the center). The permissible range is printed on the cuff.
• The cuff works under the pressure range of 0-300 mmHg. The wide range rigid cuff is 22–36cm.
• A loose cuff or a sideways protruding air pocket causes false measurement values.
• With repeated measurements, blood accumulates in the arm, which can lead to false results. Consecutive blood pressure measurements should be repeated after a 1-minute pause or after your arm has been held up to allow accumulated blood to flow away.

5.3. Fitting the Cuff

• a) The cuff is pre-formed for easier use. Remove tight or bulky clothing from your upper arm. For optimal position, see description under c).
• b) To secure the cuff, wrap it around your arm and press the hook and loop closure together.
• c) Wrap the cuff around your upper left arm. The blue arrow (red mark) should be on the inside of your arm, extending downward to your hand. Make certain the cuff lies approximately 1–2cm above the elbow. Important: The red mark on the edge of the cuff (Artery Mark) must lie over the artery which runs down the inner side of the arm.
• d) There should be little free space between your arm and the cuff; you should be able to fit two fingers between them. Cuffs that don't fit properly result in false measurement values. Measure your arm circumference if you are not sure of proper fit. The arrow in the picture marks the artery. Place the middle of the CUFF at the level of the right atrium of the heart.
• e) Lay your arm on a table (palm upward) so the cuff is at the same height as your heart.
• f) Remain seated quietly for at least two minutes before you begin the measurement.

5.4. Measurement procedure

General recommendation: Approximately 5 minutes should elapse before the first reading is taken. The performance of the AUTOMATED SPHYGMOMANOMETER can be affected by extremes of temperature, humidity, and altitude.

• a) Sit comfortably in a chair with your feet flat on the floor (no crossed legs) and your back and arm supported.
• b) Stretch your arm forward on the desk and keep it relaxed, with the palm of your hand upturned. Ensure the arm is in the correct position to avoid body movement. Sit still and do not talk or move during the measurement. After the cuff has been appropriately positioned on the arm and connected to the blood pressure monitor, the measurement can begin. (See chapter 6. Operate on the device via APP).
• c) To stop the inflation or measurement: If it is necessary to interrupt a blood pressure measurement for any reason (e.g., the patient feels unwell), press the START/STOP button. The monitor will stop inflating, start deflating, and turn off. If the monitor is remote-operated by APP on a smartphone, it can also be stopped on the APP.
• d) After the monitor has detected your blood pressure and pulse rate, the cuff automatically deflates. Your blood pressure will be voiced out or shown on the APP on your smartphone if operated by APP.
• e) The monitor will automatically turn off after two minutes of inactivity.

Correct posture for measurement: Sit vertically and relax your body. Ensure the upper arm is not covered or pressed by clothing. Position the cuff and the heart at the same level. Relax the hand and keep the palm upwards. Maintain a height difference between the table and the chair of 25–30cm, and a chair height of 20–35cm.

6. Operate on the device via APP (My Fitness)

Press the Stop/Start button to power on (BLUE indicator is turned on). The pump begins to inflate the cuff. After automatically reaching an individual pressure, the pump stops, and the pressure slowly falls until the measurement finishes. The assessment result will be voiced out, and the assessment indicator will turn to different colors accordingly.

6.1. Operate via APP on your Smartphone

Refer to the following steps and pictures to control the device via the APP:

1. First step: Install the APP (My Fitness) from Google Play Store™ or Apple APP Store™.
2. Second step: Turn on the APP. The main display interface of the My Fitness will show up.
3. Third step: Choose the Technaxx blood pressure monitor. The APP will enter the interface with different Technaxx devices. Choose the Technaxx BP monitors as shown in the picture.
4. Fourth step: Complete "My Profile" (enter Name, Age, Height, Weight) and save it.
5. Setting the language: After setting "My Profile", you will reach the language setting interface. Press the button on the upper right to access this interface. You can choose between 3 different languages: English, German, and French.
6. Connect Bluetooth: Turn on your device and detect it by the Technaxx APP (My Fitness). Click on the button "Bluetooth Device". When you click the button, you will come directly to the connection interface. A moment later, the device will be connected, as shown in the picture.

6.2. Start the measurement

Once the device is connected via Bluetooth with your Smartphone, you can start the measurement by remote controlling on the APP. Slide the APP to the bottom to reveal the "START" button. Press the "START" button to begin the testing.

When measuring is done, an interface for checking the result will show up.

6.3. Check the measurement

When the measurement is finished, the assessment will be voiced out and shown on the APP. Slide the APP interface to the left to see the literal statement of the analysis result (e.g., "Your blood pressure is normal, please keep a regular life...").

You can also check the historical record to know the blood pressure trend over a certain period by pressing the "History" button. See your historical record interface on this picture.

7. Troubleshooting

Contact the support hotline when a problem occurs which you cannot solve.

8. Technical Specifications

Care and Maintenance

• This device is NOT sterilized. Wash your hands before and after each measurement.
• The cuff contains a sensitive air-tight bubble. Handle this cuff carefully and avoid all types of stress through twisting or buckling.
• Keep the surface of the device clean with a soft and dry cloth. Do not use organic solvents. Spots on the cuff can be removed carefully with a damp cloth and soapsuds. The cuff with bladder must not be washed in a dishwasher, clothes washer, or submerged in water.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the device, as it may result in short-circuit or even damage. Do not bump, shake, drop, or disassemble the device and avoid strong vibrations, as it may break internal circuit boards or mechanics.
• The device only has IP21 protection class, meaning it is not fully waterproof. Therefore, keep the device in a dry and ventilated environment. Avoid high temperature and direct sunlight, humidity, and moisture. Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat or direct sunlight.
• Keep the device away from little children.

The warranty does not apply to damage caused by improper handling, accidents, non-professional use, failure to follow operating instructions, or alterations made to the instrument by third parties. Warranty (check with your local dealer) only applies to the instrument.

Security and Disposal Hints for Batteries: Hold children off batteries. If a child swallows a battery, seek medical attention immediately. Look for the correct polarity (+ and -) of batteries. Always change all batteries together. Never use old and new batteries or batteries of different types together. Never short, open, deform, or load up batteries. Risk of injury! Never throw batteries into fire! Risk of explosion!

Hints for Environment Protection: Packaging materials are raw materials and can be recycled. Do not dispose of old devices or batteries in domestic waste. Cleaning: Protect the device from contamination and pollution (use a clean drapery). Avoid using rough, coarse-grained materials or solvents/aggressive cleaners. Wipe the cleaned device accurately. Important Notice: Should battery fluid leak from a battery, wipe the battery case with a soft cloth dry. Distributor: Technaxx Deutschland GmbH & Co.KG, Kruppstr. 105, 60388 Frankfurt a.M., Germany.