Amico Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Instruction Manual
- June 10, 2024
- Amico
Table of Contents
Aneroid Sphygmomanometer
Instruction Manual
Intended Use
Amico Diagnostic Incorporated aneroid sphygmomanometers are used by professional healthcare providers and individuals trained in auscultatory blood pressure technique to determine systolic and diastolic blood pressure in humans.
Contraindications
Amico Diagnostic Incorporated aneroid sphygmomanometers are contraindicated for neonate use. Do not use with neonatal cuffs or neonate patients.
General Warnings
A warning statement in this manual identifies a condition or practice which,
if not corrected or discontinued immediately could lead to patient injury,
illness, or death.
WARNING: Do not allow a blood pressure cuff to remain on patient for more
than 10 minutes when inflated above 10 mmHg. This may cause patient distress,
disturb blood circulation, and contribute to the injury of peripheral nerves.
WARNING: If luer lock connectors are used in the construction of tubing,
there is a possibility that they might be inadvertently connected to intra-
vascular fluid systems, allowing air to be pumped into a blood vessel.
Immediately consult a physician if this occurs.
WARNING: Do not apply cuff to limbs used for IV infusion.
WARNING: Do not apply cuff to delicate or damaged skin.
WARNING: Patient should remain still during measurement to avoid
erroneous readings.
WARNING: When using with an infant or child cuff, extra care must be
taken to prevent overinflation.
With smaller cuffs (infant or child) the cuff can inflate over 300 mmHg with
just two full compressions of the bulb.
To prevent discomfort or injury to the patient and damage to the instrument,
bulb should only be partially squeezed, so that each stroke inflates the cuff
in40 mmHg to 60 mmHg increments until inflated to the desired level.
WARNING: Safety and effectiveness with neonate cuff sizes is not
established.
Wall/Mobile Aneroid
- Connect one end of the coil tubing to the aneroid valve at the bottom of the unit.
- Join the cuff tube to the coil tubing.
- Join the inflation bulb to the other cuff tube.
- Verify air tight seal of system.
Pocket Aneroid
- Connect on cuff tube to the valve on the bottom of the pocket aneroid.
- Join the inflation bulb to the other cuff tube.
- Verify air tight seal of system.
Palm Aneroid
- Connect on cuff tube to the valve on side of the palm aneroid.
- Verify air tight seal of system.
Operation
Blood pressure measurements can be affected by the position of the patient and their physiologic condition. Before beginning a procedure, ensure that the patient rests for at least five minutes, has support of their back and feet, and does not cross their legs. Passively support the patient’s lower arm and keep the upper arm at heart level. The procedure needs to take place in a quiet environment with no talking. Failure to follow these recommendations can result in inaccurate blood pressure measurements.
- Select cuff size appropriate for the patient’s arm circumference. The applicable range, in centimeters, is printed on each cuff. NOTE: The “Artery Index Marker” on the cuff should fall within the “Range” indicated on the cuff. If the artery index marker falls short of range, use a larger cuff to ensure accurate results. If the artery index marker is past the range, use a smaller cuff to ensure accurate results.
- Wrap the cuff around the arm with the artery index marker located over the brachial artery and with the lower edge of the cuff 2.5 cm (25 mm) above the bend in the elbow.
- Inflate cuff rapidly to a level 30 mmHg above estimated (or palpatory) systolic pressure.
- Partially open the valve to allow deflation at a rate of 2 to 3 mmHg per second. As the pressure falls, note systolic pressure and diastolic pressure detected with your stethoscope.
- Rapidly release the remaining pressure and record measurements.
- Fully exhaust cuff when not in use.
Storage
Pocket and Palm Aneroid
After use fully exhaust cuff, and open valve. Wrap cuff around aneroid and
store in zippered case.
Wall and Mobile Aneroid
After use fully exhaust cuff, and open valve. Wrap cuff around bulb and store
in cuff basket.
Cleaning
Aneroid Gauge, Inflation Bulb, and Valve
Wipe the aneroid gauge, inflation bulb, and valve with slightly dampened cloth
or alcohol pad.
Reusable One-Piece Bladderless Cuff
Use one or more of the following methods and allow to air dry:
- Wipe with mild detergent and water solution (1:9 solution). Rinse.
- Wipe with Enzol per manufacturer’s instructions. Rinse.
- Wipe with 70% isopropyl alcohol.
- Launder with mild detergent in warm water (60 °C max), normal wash cycle. Cuff is compatible with 5 wash cycles (Reusable only). Block ports with laundering plug prior to wash.
Reusable Two Piece Cuff and Bladder
Safely clean the cuffs with a damp cloth or wash in warm water (60° C maximum)
with mild detergent.
DO NOT PRESS WITH HOT IRON.
Before laundering the cuff cover:
- Remove the bladder from the two-piece cuffs.
- Place the hook and loop fasteners in the closed position.
- Machine launder using gentle cycle, warm water and mild detergent.
- Air Dry completely and reassemble components.
Calibration Check of Aneroid Sphygmomanometer
Quick Check of Calibration
At zero pressure, make certain the pointer is within the zero range on the
dial. Although an unpressurized reading of zero does not guarantee accuracy at
all scale points, failure of the pointer to indicate zero (± 3 mmHg) is an
obvious sign of error.
Full Check of Calibration
A full check of calibration is recommended at least every two years or
according to local law:
- Connect the instrument under test to a high quality, known pressure standard and a 150 to 500 cc test volume using a T-connector.
- Pressurize gauge to slightly above 300 mmHg.
Bleed pressure down no faster than 10 mmHg per second, stopping to check the pressure at 300, 250, 200, 150, 100, 50 and 0 mmHg. NOTE: Your ability to measure the accuracy of a gauge depends upon the sensitivity of the pressure standard you use for the calibration procedure.
Standards
ANSI/AAMI/ISO 81060-1:2007, ANSI/AAMI SP-10:2002, EN 1060-1:1995, EN 1060-2:1995
Warranty
During the term of the warranty (3 years), Amico Diagnostic Incorporated will
either repair or replace any components determined by Amico Diagnostic
Incorporated to be defective at no cost to the Customer. It shall be the
Customer’s responsibility to return the Aneroid to Amico Diagnostic
Incorporated. Shipping costs after the first twelve (12) months shall be
borne by the Customer. This warranty is valid only when the Aneroid has been
properly installed according to Amico Diagnostic Incorporated’s
specifications, used in a normal manner and serviced according to factory
recommendations. This warranty does not cover failures resulting from
accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, alteration, misapplication, improper
maintenance, shipping or damages that may be attributable to acts of God. The
term of this warranty begins from date of purchase from Amico Diagnostic
Incorporated.
Calibration Warranty
During the term of calibration warranty (lifetime), Amico Diagnostic
Incorporated will recalibrate the aneroid at no charge should the aneroid
deviate from the +/-3mmHg accuracy specification. It shall be the Customer’s
responsibility to return the Aneroid to Amico Diagnostic Incorporated.
Shipping costs after the first twelve (12) months shall be borne by the
Customer.
Amico Diagnostic Incorporated does not honor verbal statements concerning the
warranty. The distributor and/or dealer are not sanctioned to create verbal
warranties about the product. This warranty is inclusive and replaces all
other warranties.
Amico Diagnostic Incorporated shall not be liable for any loss or damages,
whether direct, incidental or consequential. All claims for warranty must
first be approved by Amico Diagnostic Incorporated’s Service Department
(accessories@amico.com or 1.877.264.2697). A
valid Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number must be obtained from Amico
Diagnostic Incorporated prior to commencement of any service work. Warranty
work, which has not been pre-authorized by Amico Diagnostic Incorporated, will
not be reimbursed.
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L4B 1G6, Canada
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