Microlife AFIB Advanced Easy Blood Pressure Monitor User Manual

1. Mawu Oyamba

The Microlife AFIB Advanced Easy Blood Pressure Monitor is designed for accurate blood pressure measurement and early detection of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) at home. AF is a common heart arrhythmia that can lead to serious health complications, including stroke. This device utilizes patented Microlife AFIB Technology to screen for AF during routine blood pressure measurements, offering high sensitivity (97-100%) and specificity (89%) as clinically validated. Regular monitoring can assist in early diagnosis and management of hypertension and AF.

2. Zambiri Zachitetezo

• Consult your physician before using this device if you have any medical conditions or are pregnant.
• Do not self-diagnose or self-medicate based on measurements. Always follow your doctor's advice.
• This device is intended for home use and is not a substitute for professional medical examination.
• Sungani chipangizocho kutali ndi ana ndi ziweto.
• Musagwiritse ntchito chipangizochi m'galimoto yoyenda kapena pa ndege.
• Avoid strong electromagnetic fields (e.g., mobile phones) near the device during use.

3. Zamkatimu Phukusi

Chonde onetsetsani kuti zigawo zonse zilipo komanso zosawonongeka:

• Microlife AFIB Advanced Easy Blood Pressure Monitor unit
• Conical pre-formed cuff (size 22-42 cm)
• Chikwama cha transport
• 4 x 1.5V AAA mabatire
• User manual (multi-language)

4. Zamalonda Zathaview

Familiarize yourself with the main components of your blood pressure monitor.

Image 1: The Microlife AFIB Advanced Easy Blood Pressure Monitor unit, conical cuff, and included AAA batteries.

Image 2: Close-up of the conical cuff, showing the Microlife logo, size range (22-42cm), and a diagram for correct arm placement.

Image 3: The black transport bag with the Microlife logo, designed for convenient storage and portability of the monitor and cuff.

Image 4: The transport bag with an overlay indicating its dimensions, approximately 8.3 inches (21 cm) in height.

5. Kukhazikitsa

5.1. Kuyika kwa Battery

1. Tsegulani chivundikiro cha chipinda cha batri kumbuyo kwa chowunikira.
2. Insert the four 1.5V AAA batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-) as indicated inside the compartment.
3. Tsekani chivundikiro cha chipinda cha batri bwinobwino.

Image 5: Four AAA alkaline batteries, typically included with the device for initial use.

5.2. Kulumikizana kwa Cuff

Connect the air tube from the cuff to the air socket located on the side of the blood pressure monitor unit. Ensure a firm connection.

6. Malangizo Ogwiritsira Ntchito

6.1. Kukonzekera Kuyeza

• Pewani kudya, kusuta fodya, kapena kuchita masewera olimbitsa thupi kwa mphindi zosachepera 30 musanayese.
• Rest in a calm environment for 5 minutes before taking a measurement.
• Sit comfortably with your back supported, feet flat on the floor, and legs uncrossed.
• Place your arm on a flat surface so that the cuff is at heart level.

6.2. Kuyika kwa Cuff

1. Ensure the cuff is placed directly on bare skin, not over clothing.
2. Wrap the cuff around your upper arm, approximately 2 cm above the elbow.
3. The artery mark on the cuff (usually an arrow) should align with your brachial artery, which runs along the inside of your arm.
4. Mangani chipewa kuti chikhale cholimba koma osati cholimba kwambiri. Muyenera kuyika zala ziwiri pansi pake.

6.3. Taking a Measurement (MAM Technology)

The Microlife AFIB Advanced Easy monitor features MAM (Microlife Average Mode) technology, which automatically takes three measurements in quick succession and calculates an average for a more reliable result. This mode is recommended for optimal accuracy.

1. Ensure the MAM switch (if present on your model) is set to the 'ON' or 'MAM' position. If no switch is present, the device may automatically operate in MAM mode.
2. Dinani pa YAMBANI/IMANI button. The cuff will automatically inflate.
3. Remain still and silent during the entire measurement process. The device will take three consecutive measurements with short pauses in between.
4. Pambuyo pa muyeso wachitatu, kuthamanga kwa magazi (systolic ndi diastolic) ndi kugunda kwa mtima zidzawonetsedwa.

6.4. AFIB Detection

During the measurement, the device continuously screens for Atrial Fibrillation. If AF is detected, a specific AFIB symbol (e.g., a heart with irregular waves) will appear on the display after the measurement results. If this symbol appears repeatedly, consult your physician for further evaluation.

7. Kusamalira ndi Kusamalira

• Kuyeretsa: Clean the monitor unit and cuff with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners, alcohol, or immerse the device in water.
• Posungira: Store the device in its transport bag in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and high humidity.
• Mabatire: Remove batteries if the device will not be used for an extended period to prevent leakage. Replace all four batteries simultaneously when the low battery indicator appears.
• Kusamalira Cuff: The cuff is reusable but not washable. Avoid bending the air tube excessively.

8. Mavuto

9. Zofotokozera

• Chitsanzo: 70265
• Njira yoyezera: Oscillometric
• Muyezo Range:
  • Anzanu: 20-280 mmHg
  • Kugunda: 30-200 kumenyedwa / mphindi
• Kukula kwa Cuff: Conical pre-formed, 22-42 cm (M-L)
• Makulidwe: Pafupifupi 160 x 80 x 32 mm
• Kulemera kwake: Pafupifupi 298 g (kuphatikiza mabatire)
• Gwero la Mphamvu: 4 x 1.5V mabatire AAA (ophatikizidwa)
• Clinical Validation: ISO, EHS, BHS protocols, suitable for special patient groups (diabetics, elderly, obese, hypotensive, pregnant).
• Zapadera: AFIB Technology for Atrial Fibrillation detection, MAM Technology for automatic triple measurement.

10. Chitsimikizo ndi Thandizo

For detailed warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Microlife webmalo. Sungani lisiti yanu yogulira ngati umboni wogula.

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