Welch Allyn ABPM 6100 - Manual (Page 9)

ABPM 6100 Hardware Manual
DIR 80012720 Ver. B 9 / 30
2.2 Operation
This section provides a brief overview of the ABPM 6100 unit, how to load the batteries, and
the unit controls.
The ABPM 6100 features a simple design. One Start/Stop button functions as the primary
control. The LCD (liquid crystal display) displays easy-to-read information. The ABP
Workstation Software allows you to program the unit before the study and retrieve data after
the study. A single air hose connector allows you to connect the cuff to the unit.
The Start/Stop button allows you to perform the following functions:
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Turn the unit On when it is Off.
- Put the unit into Study Mode and take a reading when the unit is in Normal Mode. The
time will flash on the LCD when the unit is in Normal Mode.
- Turn the unit Off from Normal or Study mode when the button is pressed and held until
the unit beeps five times (approximately five seconds)
- Initiate a reading when the unit is in Study Mode.
- Abort a reading and deflate the cuff if pressed when the unit is taking a reading.
On the back of the ABPM 6100 monitor, a label lists the model and serial number of the unit.
The first four digits of the serial number correspond to the year that the unit was
manufactured. The battery compartment is on the back of the unit. The connector on the
bottom of the unit allows you to connect the unit to a PC using the PC Interface Cable.
Batteries
The ABPM 6100 monitor requires 2 AA batteries. Batteries are installed into the ABPM
6100 unit in the battery bay located at the back of the unit. If rechargeable batteries are
used, please refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines for safe use and adequate maintenance.
When batteries are properly loaded and first installed, the unit will display the following:
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Incrementing dashes for 2 seconds.
- Two sets of numbers, the first set of three being the Software Version
- Battery voltage displayed for 2 seconds (prior to the voltage, the letter “b” will present)
- Three quick audible beeps.
- The number of BP readings (if any) in memory along with a flashing printer symbol for 3
seconds (the number of readings may not be displayed if the batteries were removed
before the unit was turned off)
- One long audible beep.
- Displays flashing time for 20 seconds (after 20 seconds the units turns itself off and
goes into Sleep Mode to conserve battery life)