Read the instruction manual carefully before using this device, es-
pecially the safety instructions, and keep the instruction manual for
future use. Should you give this device to another person, it is vital
that you also pass on these instructions for use.
GB Safety instructions
WARNING - Please ensure that the polythene packing is kept out of reach of children as there
is risk of suffocation!
• This product is intended only for private use at home.
• Only use the unit for its intended purpose in accordance with the instructions for use. Warranty claims become void if the
unit is misused.
• The patient is an intended operator. The patient can measure data and change batteries under normal circumstances and
maintain the device and its accessories according to the user manual. The applied part is the cuff.
• This blood pressure monitor is intended for use by adults aged 18 years and above. The device is not suitable for measuring
the blood pressure of children or infants.
• Please ensure that the unit is kept away from the reach of children and pets. The swallowing of small part like packaging
bag, battery, battery cover and so on may cause suffocation.
• The device has sensitive components. Be careful and ensure that the operating and storage conditions are met.
• Wait at least 30 minutes after consuming caffeine or tobacco before taking a measurement.
• Before taking a measurement, rest for 5-10 minutes and do not eat, drink alcohol, smoke, do not do any physical work, do
not exercise or bathe. All these factors can inuence the measurement result.
• Repeated measurements cause the blood to congestion, which can lead to a false result and/or unpleasant sensations (e.g.
numbness in the arm). Successive blood pressure measurements should be taken with 3-minute breaks. If the symptoms
do not subside within a few minutes, contact your doctor.
• Always measure on the same upper arm (usually left). For those who have had a mastectomy or lymph node clearance, it
is recommended to take a measurement on the unaffected side.
• Measure your blood pressure regularly, at the same time every day, because blood pressure changes throughout the day.
• Ensure a comfortable and relaxed position and do not tense any muscle of the arm being measured during the measurement.
If necessary, use a support cushion.
• Keep calm during the measurement: do not move or speak, otherwise the measurement results may change.
• Extreme temperatures, humidity or altitude can affect the performance of the unit.
• Cuffs that are too loose or tight cuff may lead to incorrect measurements.
• Do not take measurements, if any other equipment is applied to the same limb for monitoring. This could lead to disturbances
or failures. This device is not suitable during intravenous injection to limbs or during dialysis treatment.
• The device is not suitable for use on pregnant women, patients with implanted, electronical devices (e.g. pacemaker or
debrillator), patients with pre-eclampsia, premature ventricular beats, atrial brillation, peripheral, arterial disease and
patients undergoing intravascular therapy or arterio-venous shunt or people who received a mastectomy. Please consult
your doctor prior to using the unit if you suffer from illnesses.
• If you suffer from circulation problems, arteriosclerosis, diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, severe hypertension or
peripheral circulation problems, consult your doctor before using the device.
• This device is intended for non-invasive measuring and monitoring of arterial blood pressure on the upper arm. It is not
intended for use on extremities other than the upper arm or for functions other than obtaining a blood pressure measurement.
• Do not take any therapeutic measures on the basis of a self measurement. Never alter the dose of a medicine prescribed by
a doctor. If you are taking medication,consult your physician to determine the most appropriate time to measure your blood
pressure. Contact your doctor if you have any further questions about blood pressure measurement with this device.
• Irregularity of pulse or arrhythmia can lead to difculties in recording a correct reading when measurements are taken using
oscillometric blood pressure devices. This device is electronically equipped to detect irregular heartbeat, which it indicates
with the icon
e
. In this case, contact your physician.
• Never bend the air hose during use as this may lead to injuries. Also never squeeze or block the air hose in any way.
• This device cannot be placed near or used at the same time as any surgical equipment.
• Do not use this device if there are any wounds or injuries present on the arm.
• If you experience discomfort during a measurement, such as pain in the upper arm or other complaints, press the START/
STOP button
5
to release the air immediately from the cuff. Loosen the cuff and remove it from your arm.
• If a fault occurs causing the cuff to remain fully inated during measurement, open the cuff immediately. Prolonged high
pressure applied to the arm may lead to bruising.
• Before use, make sure the device functions safely and is in proper working condition. Do not service or maintain while the
device is in use.
• Check the device for damage. The use of a damaged device can result in injury, incorrect readings or serious hazards.
• The unit may not be operated in the vicinity of appliances that emit strong electric radiation such as radio transmitters or
mobile phones. This may affect the proper functioning (see "electromagnetic compatibility").
• The device and its components are suitable for use within the patient environment. If you are allergic to polyester, nylon or
plastic, please don't use this device.
• Do not touch output of batteries and the patient simultaneously.
• Please do not attempt to repair the unit yourself in the event of malfunctions. Only have repairs carried out by authorised
service centres.
• Only use original additional or spare parts from the manufacturer. Other parts could damage the device or could lead to
personal injury.
• Please report to medisana if any unexpected operation or events occur.
• Only use the device under the conditions mentioned in the technical details. Otherwise, the lifespan and performance of the
device could suffer.
• If you have any infectious skin disease or the device is used by users with infectious skin disease, please do not continue
using the device. Before using the device, user should check the appearance of cuff. If you notice blood or other soil on cuff,
please do not use this device. If there is one of above situations, please dispose of the device without reuse.
• Protect the appliance from heavy blows and do not drop it.
• If the unit is not going to be used for a long period, please remove the batteries.
• Accuracy: In case it is needed to have the device checked for calibration, please consult the service center.
BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not disassemble batteries!
• A battery icon on display indicates low power or incorrect direction of the batteries. We recommend that you replace the
batteries with new ones and make sure the +/- ends of the batteries are placed correctly.
• To extend the service life of the batteries and prevent damage due to leakage, please remove the batteries from the device
if it has not been used for a long time.
• If battery leakage occurs, do not allow the battery acid to come into contact with your skin, eyes, or mucous membranes! If
battery acid comes in contact with any of these parts, rinse the affected area with copious amounts of fresh water and seek
medical attention immediately!
• If a battery is swallowed seek medical attention immediately!
• Replace all of batteries at the same time! Only replace batteries with those of the same type, and never use different types
of batteries together or used batteries with new ones.
• Replace all of the batteries simultaneously!
• Only replace with batteries of the same type, never use different types of batteries together or used batteries with new ones.
• Insert the batteries correctly, observing the polarity!
• Keep batteries out of children's reach!
• Do not attempt to recharge batteries, do not short-circuit and do not throw into a re! There is a danger of explosion!
• Do not throw used batteries into the household refuse; put them in a hazardous waste container or take them to a •
battery collection point, at the shop where they were purchased!
Unit and LC-Display
1
Cuff
2
Air hose
3
Battery compartment (on backside)
4
Connector for the hose
5
START/STOP button
6
M-button
7
"+" button
8
button (Time / Date)
9
Timet (Hours : Minutes)
0
Average of the last 3 measurements
q
Systolic pressure
w
Diastolic pressure
e
Irregular heartbeat
r
Pulse frequency
t
Blood Pressure Indicator (green - yellow - orange - red)
z
Pulse symbol
u
Movement detected / cuff incorrectly applied
i
Low Battery Power Symbol
o
Measurement unit
p
Bluetooth® symbol
a
Date (Month : Day)
Scope of supply
Please check rst of all that the device is complete and is not damaged in any way. In case of doubt, do not use it and contact
your dealer or your service centre.
The following parts are included:
• 1 medisana blood pressure monitor BU 580 connect • 1 cuff with air tube • 4 batteries (type AAA, LR03) 1.5V
• 1 storage pouch • 1 instruction manual
Please contact your supplier if you notice any transport damage on unpacking the unit.
How is blood pressure measured?
This product is a blood pressure monitor used to measure blood pressure at the upper arm. This device can measure blood
pressure simultaneously with cuff ination via a microprocessor, allowing for faster measurement than conventional methods.
Blood pressure classication
systolic mmHg diastolic mmHg
Bloodpressure indicator
t
≥ 180 ≥ 110 serious hypertension red
160 - 179 100 - 109 medium hypertension orange
140 - 159 90 - 99 mild hypertension yellow
130 - 139 85 - 89 high-normal blood pressure green
120 - 129 80 - 84 normal blood pressure green
< 120 < 80 optimal blood pressure green
WARNING - Blood pressure that is too low represents just as great a health risk as blood
pressure that is too high! Fits of dizziness may lead to dangerous situations arising (e.g. on
stairs or in trafc)!
WARNING
• Keep the device at least 20 centimeters away from the human body (especially the head)
when the Bluetooth
®
data transmission is proceeding after measurement.
• The distance between the device and the receiver should be between 1 meter to 10 meters
to avoid possible disturbances.
Cleaning and maintenance
Remove the batteries before cleaning the unit. Clean the unit and cuff using a soft cloth lightly moistened with water. Never
use abrasive cleaning agents, alcohol, naphta, thinner or gasoline etc. Never immerse the unit or any component in water. Be
cautious not to get any moisture in the main unit. Do not wet the cuff or attempt to clean the cuff with water. Using a dry cloth,
gently wipe away any excess moisture that may remain on the cuff. Lay the cuff at in an unrolled position and allow the cuff to
air dry. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight; protect it against dirt and moisture. Do not expose the unit to extreme hot or
cold temperatures. Keep the device in the storage case when not in use. Store the unit in a clean and dry location.
Disinfection
1. If used by yourself in a home environment, wipe the cuff once a month with a commercially available cotton cloth with 75%
alcohol for more than 30 seconds at a time for disinfection in addition to the normal cleaning routine.
2. If used for more than one person (home use), wipe the cuff once a week with a commercially available cotton cloth with 75%
alcohol for more than 30 seconds at a time for disinfection in addition to the normal cleaning routine.
3. After cleaning/disinfection and before use, make sure that there are no blood stains or dirt on the display, the device or the
cuff. If there are blood spots or dirt that cannot be removed, please dispose of the device without reusing it.
4. If used in a complex environment (e.g. in a hospital) or by persons outside your own family, replace the cuff with a new one
after use.
Disposal
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. Remove the batteries before dispo-
sing 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. Consult your local authority or your supplier for information about disposal.
Guidelines / Standards
This blood pressure monitor meets the requirements of the EU standard for noninvasive blood pressure monitors. It is certied
in accordance with EC Guidelines and carries the CE symbol (conformity symbol) “CE 0297”. The blood pressure monitor
corresponds to European standards EN 60601-1, EN 60601-1-2, EN 1060-3, EN 1060-4, EN 81060-1, EN 81060-2 and EN
80601-2-30. The specications of EU Guideline “93/42/EEC of the Council Directive dated 14 June 1993 concerning medical
devices” are met and likewise those of the RED 2014/53/EC. You can request the complete Conformity Declaration from
medisana GmbH, Carl-Schurz-Str. 2, 41460 Neuss, Germany, or you can also download it from the medisana homepage
(www.medisana.de).
Technical specications
Follow the instructions to pair or enable the
Bluetooth
®
function of the meter or smart phone. The
distance between devices should be less than 10m.
Switch all devices off and after a short waiting period
switch them on again and try to connect again.
If you want to reactivate the Bluetooth
® function,
press and hold the M-button
6
for about 3 seconds.
Contact the customer service.
Pairing not successful / Bluetooth
®
function
of the meter or smart phone is not activated /
Distance between the meter and smart phone
is too large/ An incompatible device is used /
Electrical or mechanical defect
No display
Deleting stored values
Enter the memory recall mode as described above and press and hold the
- button
8
and the "+" button
7
at the same
time. The memory of the relevant user memory is cleared ("CLA" appears).
Troubleshooting
Display Cause Solution
Batteries do not have enough voltage or are
inserted incorrectly.
Insert 4 new AAA (LR03) batteries. Insert the
batteries correctly according to the instructions.
E1
E4
No Bluetooth®-
connection
possible
EP
Airow anomaly. The air hose may not be
connected correctly.
If this device is not connected to the Bluetooth
device within 45 seconds, the LCD will display
the error message "E4". At the same time, the
Bluetooth transmission will be disabled.
Check the connection of the air hose. Repeat the
measurement.
Name and description:
Display system / Memory slots:
Measuring method / Mode of operation:
Power supply:
Rated cuff pressure:
Measurement pressure:
Pulse measuring range:
Maximum error tolerance for static pressure:
Maximum error tolerance for pulse rate:
Pressure generation / Deation:
Shelf life (batteries):
Battery life:
Product life span:
Operating conditions:
Storage / Transportation conditions:
Dimensions / Cuff:
Weight (main unit):
Item number:
EAN number:
medisana Upper arm blood pressure monitor BU 580 connect
Digital display / 2 x 120
Oscillometric / Continuous operation
4 x 1.5V
AAA "LR03" alkaline battery
0 - 300 mmHg
40 - 280 mmHg
40 - 199 beats per minute
± 3 mmHg
± 5 % of the value
Automatic with pump / Automatic
3 years (Temperature 20 ± 2°C; rel. humidity 65 ± 20 %)
Approx. 250 measurements
Approx. 5 years with 4 times daily use
+5°C to +40°C, 15 to 93 % relative humidity, non-condensing,
700-1060 hPa atmospheric pressure
-25°C to +70°C, relative humidity ≤ 93 %
Approx. 137 x 98.5 x 52 mm / 23 - 43 cm (9" - 17")
Approx. 276 g ± 5 g without batteries
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Unit and LC-display
EE
Incorrect installation may lead to blood pressure
measurements which are falsely high or low.
Switch the device off and on again. Then repeat the
measurement in correct way.
E2
Ination pressure over 300 mmHg. Switch the device off and on again. Then repeat the
measurement.
E3
It is impossible to determine the blood
pressure value when the distance between the
cuff and the arm is too large.
Wrap the cuff properly. Remeasure in correct way.
Do not speak or move during the measurement.
If there is too much movement or talking during
measurement, or the cuff is not applied correctly,
measurement values may be incorrect.
Wrap the cuff properly. Remeasure in correct way.
Do not speak or move during the measurement.
Cuff not correctly applied (e.g. too tight or too
loose).
Wrap the cuff properly.
Remeasure in correct way.
In accordance with our policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make technical and visual
changes without notice.
GB
Instruction manual
Upper arm blood pressure monitor
BU 580 connect
Explanation of symbols
Intended use
• This fully automatic over-the-counter electronic blood pressure
monitor is intended for measuring human's systolic and diastolic
blood pressure and heart rate by using an oscillometrique
technique by means of a cuff, which needs to be tted on the
upper arm. All values can be read out in one LCD panel. The
useable cuff circumference is 23 to 43 cm. The device is intended
for adult indoor use at home only.
• The device is able to detect irregular heartbeat and indicate this
with a symbol.
Contraindication
• The device is not suitable for use on pregnant women and
patients with implanted, electronical devices (e.g. pacemaker or
debrillator).
IMPORTANT
Please read the instruction manual and follow the instructions
before use.
Not observing these instructions could result in serious injury
or damage to the device.
WARNING
These warning notes must be observed to prevent any injury
to the user.
CAUTION
These notes must be observed to prevent any damage to the
device.
NOTE
These notes provide you with some useful additional
information on installation or operation of this product.
WARNING: To avoid inaccurate results due to electromag-
netic interference, portable RF communication devices
(including peripherals such as antenna cables and external
antennas) should not be closer than 30 cm to any part of the
instrument. The performance of this device may be affected.
Device classication:
type BF applied part
Temperature range Humidity range
Ingress protection rating Atmospheric
pressure range
Non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation
LOT number Serial number
Manufacturer Date of manufacture
SN
IP22
Device information:
• Internally powered equipment
• Not suitable for use in presence of ammable anesthetic mixture
with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide
• Continuous operation with short-time loading
Inuencing and evaluating readings
• Measure your blood pressure several times, then record and compare the results. Do not draw any conclusions from a single
reading.
• Your blood pressure readings should always be evaluated by a doctor who is also familiar with your personal medical history.
When using the unit regularly and recording the values for your doctor, you should visit the doctor from time to time to keep
him updated.
• When taking readings, remember that the daily values are inuenced by several factors. Smoking, consumption of alcohol,
drugs and physical exertion inuence the measured values in various ways.
• Measure your blood pressure before meals.
• Before taking readings, allow yourself at least ve minutes rest.
• If the systolic and diastolic readings seem unusual (too high or too low) on several occasions, despite correct use of the unit,
please inform your doctor. This also applies to the rare occasions when an irregular or very weak pulse prevents you from
taking readings.
Getting started - Inserting/changing batteries
You must insert the batteries provided before you can use your unit. The lid of the battery compartment
3
is located on the
underside of the unit. Open it, remove it and insert the 4 x 1,5 V batteries, type AAA / LR03 supplied. Ensure correct polarity
when inserting the batteries (as marked inside the battery compartment). Close the battery compartment. Replace the batteries
if the change battery symbol
i
appears on the display or if nothing appears on the display after the unit has been switched
on. (Please do not mix old and new batteries)
Settings - Setting date, clock and Bluetooth® function
Press the - button
8
to set the date and time. First the year ashes, which you can adjust with the "+" button
7
. Then press
the - - button
8
again to conrm the entry and to move to the next setting option. Proceed in the same way for month, day,
hour and minute. Finally, you can set whether the Bluetooth® function should be active ("On") or inactive ("Off"). The device then
switches back to the initial standby mode.
Fitting the cuff
1. Connect the air hose to the connector
4
on the left side of the device.
2. Slide the open end of the cuff through the metal bracket so that the Velcro fastener is on the outside and it becomes a
cylindrical form (Fig.1). Slide the cuff over your left upper arm.
3. Position the air hose in the middle of your arm in line with your middle nger (Fig.2) (a). The lower edge
of the cuff should be 2 - 3 cm above the crease of the elbow. (b). Pull the cuff tight and close the Velcro
fastener (c).
4. Tighten the end of the cuff so that it wraps evenly around your arm, leaving room for 2 ngers between
the cuff and your arm.
5. Measure the blood pressure on your bare arm.
6. Only position the cuff on the right arm if it cannot be used on the left arm. Always carry out measurements on the same arm.
7. Correct measuring position for sitting (Fig.3). Make sure that the cuff does not slip during measurement and that the printed
arrow points to the crook of the arm.
User memory setting
The medisana blood pressure monitor features 2 separate memories, each with a capacity of 120 memory slots. Press the "+"
button
7
to select user memory 1 (display: no 1) or 2 (no 2).
Taking a blood pressure measurement
1. After applying the cuff and setting the user memory, press the START/STOP button
5
.
2. All display characters are shown (display test). This test can be used to check that the display is indicating properly and in
full. The unit is ready for measurement and „00“ appears.
3. The device then automatically inates the cuff slowly in order to measure your blood pressure. The rising pressure in the
cuff is shown on the display.
4. When the device detects the signal, the heart symbol
z
on the display starts to ash. If a result is determined, the device
slowly will release the air from the cuff. The systolic and diastolic blood pressure and the pulse value appear on the display.
5. The blood pressure indicator
t
appears next to the relevant coloured bar depending on the blood pressure classication.
6. If the unit has detected an irregular heartbeat, the irregular heartbeat display
e
appears additionally. To stop the
measurement, press START/STOP button
5
. The cuff will deate immediately after the button is pressed.
7. The readings are automatically saved in the selected memory (1 or 2).
8. The measurement results will automatically be transferred via Bluetooth
® to receive-ready devices, if the function is
activated. During this process, the Bluetooth®-symbol
p
will appear. If Bluetooth® is not active, you may manually activate
it by pressing and holding START/STOP button
5
when unit is switched off for approx. 5 seconds, until the Bluetooth®-
symbol
p
appears.
9. After about 1 minute without further operation, the machine switches off automatically.
Transfer via Bluetooth
®
This device offers the possibility to transfer your measured values via Bluetooth
®
to the VitaDock
®
app. The VitaDock
®
app
allows the evaluation, storage and synchronisation of your data between multiple iOS- and Android-devices to have access
to it anytime and anywhere. You may share your results with your friends or your doctor. Therefore you need a free user
account, which you can create on the website www.vitadock.com. For Android or iOS mobile devices, you may download the
respective apps. You will nd a detailed instruction for how to install and use the software on the mentioned website. After each
measurement an automatic transfer of the values will take place (provided that Bluetooth
®
is activated and congurated on the
receiving device).
Bluetooth
®
type: 4.2 BLE; System requirements: Android 6.0 or newer; iOS 7.0 or newer
RF Frequency range: 2402 MHz - 2480 MHz; Equivalent isotropic radiant power: 3,99 dBm;
Maximum permitted power: 0,47 mW; Transmitting distance: 10 m (Class 2); Data throughput: 1 Mbps
Displaying stored results
This unit features 2 separate memories, each with a capacity of 120 memory slots. Results are automatically stored in the
memory selected by the user. To call up the stored measured values, press the "+" button
7
to select user memory 1 (display:
no 1) or 2 (no 2). Then press the M-button
6
. The average values of the last 3 measurements
0
appear on the display. If you
now press the M-button
6
again, the last measurement taken appears on the display. Press the M-button
6
again to scroll
through the measured values. By pressing the START/STOP button
5
you can leave the memory recall mode at any time and
at the same time the device switches to standby mode. If 120 measured values are stored in the memory and a new value is
saved, the oldest value is deleted.
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Warranty and repair terms
Please contact your supplier or the service centre in case of a claim under the warranty. If you have to return the unit, please en-
close a copy of your receipt and state what the defect is. The following warranty terms apply:
1. The warranty period for medisana products is 3 years from date of purchase. In case of a warranty claim, the date of
purchase has to be proven by means of the sales receipt or invoice.
2. Defects in material or workmanship will be removed free of charge within the warranty period.
3. Repairs under warranty do not extend the warranty period either for the unit or for the replacement parts.
4. The following is excluded under the warranty:
a. All damage which has arisen due to improper treatment, e.g. nonobservance of the user instructions.
b. All damage which is due to repairs or tampering by the customer or unauthorised third parties.
c. Damage which has arisen during transport from the manufacturer to the consumer or during transport to the service centre.
d. Accessories which are subject to normal wear and tear.
5. Liability for direct or indirect consequential losses caused by the unit are excluded even if the damage to the unit is accepted
as a warranty claim.
medisana GmbH
Carl-Schurz-Str. 2, 41460 NEUSS
GERMANY
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