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• If you are pregnant, you should monitor your blood pressure
very closely as it can change drastically during this time!
This monitor is specially tested for use in pregnancy and
pre-eclampsia. When you detect unusual high readings in
pregnancy, you should measure again after 4 hours. If the
reading is still too high, consult your doctor or gynecologist.
How do I evaluate my blood pressure?
The higher value is the one that determines the evaluation.
Example: a blood pressure value of 140/80 mmHg or a value of
130/90 mmHg indicates «blood pressure too high».
2. Important Facts about Atrial Fibrillation (AF)
What is Atrial Fibrillation (AF)?
Normally, your heart contracts and relaxes to a regular beat.
Certain cells in your heart produce electrical signals that cause the
heart to contract and pump blood. Atrial fibrillation occurs when
rapid, disorganized electrical signals are present in the heart’s two
upper chambers, called the atria; causing them to contract irregu-
larly (this is called fibrillation). Atrial fibrillation is the most common
form of heart arrhythmia. It often causes no symptoms, yet it signif-
icantly increases your risk of stroke. You’ll need a doctor to help
you control the problem.
How does AF impact my family or me?
People with AF have a five-fold higher risk of getting stroke. Since the
chance of having a stroke increases with age, AF screening is recom-
mended for people over 65 years and older. However, for people from
the age of 50 years with high blood pressure (hypertension),
diabetes, coronary heart failure or have had a previous stroke AF
screening is also recommended. Early diagnosis of AF followed by
adequate treatment can significantly reduce the risk of getting stroke.
In young people AF screening is not recommended as it could
generate false positive results and unnecessary anxiety. In addi-
tion, young individuals with AF have a relatively low risk of getting
stroke as compared to elder people.
For more information please visit our website: www.microlife.com.
Microlife AFIB detection provides a convenient way to screen
for AF (only in AFIB/MAM mode)
Knowing your blood pressure and knowing whether you or your
family members have AF can help reduce the risk of stroke. Microlife
AFIB detection provides a convenient way to screen for AF whilst
taking your blood pressure.
Risk factors you can control
High blood pressure and AF are both considered «controllable» risk
factors for strokes. Knowing your blood pressure and knowing
whether you have AF is the first step in proactive stroke prevention.
3. Using the Device for the First Time
Inserting the batteries
Switch the lock switch AN to «unlock» position. The battery
compartment 5 is on the bottom of the device. Insert the batteries
(4 x 1.5 V, size AAA), thereby observing the indicated polarity.
Setting the date and time
1. After the new batteries are fitted, the year number flashes in the
display. You can set the year by pressing either the «+» AM or
the «-» AL button. To confirm and then set the month, press the
time button AT.
2. Press the «+» AM or the «-» AL button to set the month. Press
the time button AT to confirm and then set the day.
3. Follow the instructions above to set the day, hour and minutes.
4. Once you have set the minutes and pressed the time button, the
date and time are set and the time is displayed.
5. If you want to change the date and time, press and hold the time
button down for approx. 3 seconds until the year number starts
to flash. Now you can enter the new values as described above.
Selecting the correct cuff
Microlife offers different cuff sizes. Select the cuff size to match the
circumference of your upper arms (measured by close fitting in the
centre of the upper arm).
Table for classifying home blood pressure values in adults in
accordance with the international Guidelines (ESH, AHA, JSH).
Data in mmHg.
Range Systolic Diastolic Recommendation
blood pressure too
low
100 60 Consult your
doctor
1. blood pressure
optimum
100 - 130 60 - 80 Self-check
2. blood pressure
elevated
130 - 135 80 - 85 Self-check
3. blood pressure too
high
135 - 160 85 - 100 Seek medical
advice
4. blood pressure
dangerously high
160 100 Urgently seek
medical advice!