American Diagnostic Corporation (ADC) Advantage 6012N - Manual (Page 9)

6.5. Discontinuing Measurement
If it is necessary to interrupt a blood pressure measurement for any reason (e.g
the patient feels unwell), press and hold the quick-release valve on the bulb at
any time. The device then immediately lowers the cuff pressure automatically.
6.6. Irregular Heartbeat Detector
This function indicates an irregular heart beat. If the symbol of
IHD appears on the display that means that certain abnormalities in the
heartbeat frequency were detected during the measurement. In this case, the
result may deviate from your normal blood pressure – repeat the
measurement. In most cases, this is no cause for concern. However, if the
symbol appears on a regular basis (e.g. several times a week with measurements taken
daily) we advise you to tell your doctor. Please show your doctor the following explanation:
Information for the doctor on frequent appearance of the Irregular Heartbeat Detector
This instrument is an oscillometric blood pressure monitor that also analyses pulse frequency during
measurement. The instrument is clinically tested. The symbol is displayed after the measurement
if pulse irregularities occur during measurement. If the symbol appears more frequently (e.g. several
times per week on measurements performed daily) we recommend the patient to seek medical
advice. The instrument does not replace a cardiac examination, but serves to detect pulse
irregularities at an early stage.
7. MEMORY FUNCTION
This semi-automatic blood pressure monitor automatically stores
the last result measured.
When the unit is off, press and hold the «ON/OFF» button and
the last measurement will be displayed.
8. ERROR MESSAGES/TROUBLESHOOTING
If an error occurs during a measurement, the measurement is discontinued and a
corresponding error code is displayed (Example: Err 2).
Error No.
ERR 1
ERR 2
ERR 3
ERR 5
Possible Cause(s)/Solutions
The systolic pressure was determined, but then the pressure in the cuff went down to less than
20 mmHg (diastolic blood pressure can’t be measured). The tube may have loosened after the
systolic pressure has been determined. Further possible reason: pulse could not be detected.
Unnatural pressure impulses influence the measurement result. Reason: the arm was moved
during the measurement.
The difference between systolic and diastolic is excessive. Measure again carefully following
proper procedures. Consult your doctor if you still get unusual results of measurements.
The measuring signals are inaccurate and no result can be displayed. Read through the
checklist for performing reliable measurements and then repeat the measurement.