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Introduction
The OMRON MX3 Plus measures your blood pressure and pulse simply and quickly
from the arm, without the use of an inflation bulb or stethoscope. The measurement
values are stored in the memory of the OMRON MX3 Plus.
The OMRON MX3 Plus includes a standard cuff for arm circumferences ranging from
22-32 cm. Optional large cuffs (32-42 cm) can be applied.
Table of contents
1 How to obtain meaningful blood
pressure readings
2 Overview
3 Preparation
4 Operation
6 Error: causes and rectifications
7 Maintenance and spare parts
8 Technical data
9 General information about blood
pressure
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5 Memory
1 How to obtain meaningful blood pressure readings
General
• Avoid eating, drinking (alcohol),
• The OMRON MX3 Plus is not suitable
for measuring the frequency of cardiac
pacemakers.
• Consult your doctor during pregnancy,
arrhythmia and arteriosclerosis as this
can influence the measurement.
smoking, sport and taking a bath before
measurement.
• Be calm and relaxed before and during
measurement.
• You should never change the dose of
medicines prescribed by your doctor.
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3 Preparation
Insert batteries
1 Slide off the battery cover.
2 Insert four batteries as indicated in the
battery compartment and close
compartment
Caution! Use four identical 1.5V
alkaline batteries type AA LR6!
Connect cuff
Fit cuff
Caution! Do not inflate the cuff when not
wrapped around the arm!
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1 Insert air plug in air jacket.
1 Bare your arm.
Caution! Push up your sleeve: avoid
constricting the blood flow!
G Air tube
L Ring
L
G
1-2 cm
2 Pass the end of the cuff through the ring.
Caution! Keep the air tube on the
outside!
3 Put your arm through the loop.
Note: keep the tube even with your
middle finger.
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1-2 cm
Note: for right arm use keep the tube
parallel with your little finger!
4 Hold the end of the cuff and wrap it
around your arm.
Caution! Be sure the cuff fits closely;
do not pinch your arm!
4 Operation
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mmHg
DIA
V
U
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mmHg
M
PULSE/min
M
Q
R
B
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P
D
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Control functions
B Memory recall button
C Start button
R Pulse: heartbeats per minute.
S Battery exhausted: batteries are
weak/exhausted.
D On/off button
T Deflation: cuff deflates and
measurement finishes.
Measurement
U Inflation: cuff inflates and measurement
starts.
V Memory position: 1 to 14.
M Systolic blood pressure in mmHg.
N Heart symbol: flash - measurement
takes place, light up - finish
measurement.
P Diastolic blood pressure in mmHg.
Q Memory display: values in memory.
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Caution! Allow an interval of at least three minutes between two successive measurements!
1 Sit comfortably at a table with your feet
flat on the floor and rest your arm on
the table.
2 Relax your arm and turn your palm
upward.
Caution! Cuff at heart height during
measurement!
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mmHg
SYS
mmHg
SYS
mmHg
DIA
mmHg
DIA
mmHg
DIA
mmHg
PULSE/min
PULSE/min
PULSE/min
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3 Press on/off button.
Caution! Wait for zero and the heart symbol to continue!
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mmHg
DIA
mmHg
PULSE/min
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4 Press start button
Note: press and hold the start button to
set pressure higher than 170 mmHg.
Caution! Do not inflate over 280
mmHg!
Note: the unit inflates the cuff to 170
mmHg. If required the unit
automatically increases the pressure by
40 mmHg.
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DIA
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Note: the cuff deflates automatically.
Caution! Sit still, do not move and do not
speak!
Read display
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DIA
mmHg
DIA
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PULSE/min
PULSE/min
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1 Read the values of blood pressure and pulse from the display.
Note: display shows blood pressures and heartbeats alternately.
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mmHg
DIA
mmHg
PULSE/min
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2 Note values in your personal blood
pressure pass.
3 Press on/off button to turn off power.
Note: power automatically shuts of in 5
minutes.
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5 Memory
Recall previous values
SYS
mmHg
DIA
mmHg
PULSE/min
W
M
W Memory position of latest and previous
1 Press on/off button to turn on power.
values (1-14).
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mmHg
SYS
mmHg
DIA
mmHg
DIA
mmHg
PULSE/min
PULSE/min
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M
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2 Press memory recall button for latest
and previous values.
3 Press on/off button to turn off power.
Note: display shows alternately blood
pressures and heartbeats.
Erase memory
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DIA
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PULSE/min
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1 Press on/off button to turn on power.
2 Press the memory recall button for 2-3
seconds and then, whilst continuing to
press the recall button, press the start
button.
Caution! All stored values will be erased!
Press on/off button to turn off power.
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6 Error: causes and rectifications
Indication
Error
Cause
Rectification
Correct
reading
not
Cuff pressure
low
Wait for at least three minutes to repeat
measurement.
Inflate the cuff 40 mmHg higher than
previous value.
possible
Movement
Follow instructions, repeat
measurement.
Very weak
artery pulse
Cuff pressure
too high
Wait for at least three minutes to repeat
measurement.
Inflate the cuff 30 mmHg lower than
previous value.
Follow instructions, repeat
measurement.
Low
Batteries weak/ Fit four new identical 1.5V
voltage
exhausted
alkaline batteries type AA
LR6
Display empty
7 Maintenance and spare parts
• Use a soft, slightly moistened cloth to
clean the OMRON MX3 Plus.
Caution! Do not use petrol, thinners or
similar solvents!
• Use a soft, moistened cloth and soap to
clean the cuff.
Caution! Do not wash the cuff!
Caution! Do not use petrol, thinners or
similar solvents!
OMRON retail outlet or distributor as
mentioned on the packaging.
Calibration
• It is recommended to have the OMRON
MX3 Plus inspected every two years to
ensure correct function and accuracy.
Consult your OMRON retail outlet or
OMRON distributor as mentioned on the
packaging.
• Do not carry out repairs of any kind
yourself. If a defect occurs consult your
Replace batteries
• Remove the battery out of the battery
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compartment and insert four new identical
1.5V alkaline batteries type AA LR6
batteries.
of high tech components.
Attention! Disposal of batteries
and the OMRON MX3 Plus
should be carried out in
accordance with the national
regulations for the disposal of
electronic products.
Spare parts
• Due to high company quality standards,
OMRON considers the main unit as a
non-serviceable part because the need
for proper calibration after replacement
8 Technical data
Product name
Model
OMRON MX3 Plus
HEM-742-E
Display
Digital LCD
Measuring range
Accuracy
Pressure: 0 - 299 mmHg / Pulse: 40 - 180 beats/minute
Pressure: 3 mmHg
Pulse: 5% of display reading
Automatic by electric pump
Inflation
Deflation
Automatic pressure release valve
Automatic exhaust valve
Capacitive pressure sensor
Oscilliometric
4 x 1.5V alkaline batteries type (LR6) AA
AC adapter (optional part)
Rapid pressure release
Pressure detection
Measuring method
Power supply
Battery life
New batteries will last for approximately 300 measurements
Operating temperature/humidity +10°C to +40°C / 30% to max. 85% relative humidity
Operating environment
Free from excessive vibrations, shocks, magnetic fields,
electrical noise, etc.
Storage temperature/humidity
Weight
Outer dimensions
Cuff dimensions
Arm circumference
Accessories
-20°C to +60°C /10% to max. 95% relative humidity
Approximately 350 gr including cuff, excluding batteries
Approximately 118 mm (W) x 90 mm (H) x 130 mm (D)
Approximately 145 mm (W) x 480 mm (L)
22 cm to 32 cm
Cuff, instruction manual, guarantee card, blood pressure pass
Large cuff for arm circumferences between 32 - 42 cm, AC adapter
Subject to technical modification without prior notice
Optional parts
Note
= Type B
Manufacturer
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OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd.
24, Yamanouchi Yamanoshita-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, 615-0084 Japan
OMRON HEALTHCARE EUROPE B.V., Kruisweg 577, NL-2132 NA
Hoofddorp
EU-representative
This device fulfils the provisions of the EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device Directive). This blood
pressure monitor is designed according to the European standard EN1060, Non-invasive
sphygmomanometers Part 1: General Requirements and Part 3: Supplementary requirements for
electromechanical blood pressure measuring systems.
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9 General information about blood pressure
Blood circulation
Health and blood pressure
The blood circulation is responsible for
supplying the body with oxygen. Blood
pressure is the pressure exerted on the
arteries.
The systolic blood pressure value (higher
pressure or top value) represents the
The incidence of hypertension increases
with age. In addition, a lack of exercise,
excess body fat and high levels of choles-
terol (LDL), which sticks to the inside in
blood vessels, reduces elasticity of these
vessels. Hypertension accelerates arterial
blood pressure produced by contraction of sclerosis which can lead to very serious
the heart muscle.
conditions such as stroke and myocardial
infarction. For these reasons it is very
important to know whether the blood
pressure is within a healthy range. Blood
pressure fluctuates from minute to minute,
throughout the day. Therefore it is essential
to take regular measurements to help you
identify an average blood pressure.
The diastolic blood pressure value (lower
pressure or lower value) represents the
blood pressure produced by relaxation of
the heart muscle.
Classification of blood pressure
The World Health Organisation (WHO)
and the International Society of
Hypertension (ISH) developed the blood
pressure classification. This classification
is based on the blood pressure values
measured while sitting on a chair in the
outpatient department of a hospital.
Symptoms of high blood pressure
High blood pressure can go unnoticed for
a long time, since it does not cause notice-
able symptoms. The following are all
possible causes of abnormally high blood
pressure:
Systolic blood pressure
(mmHg)
Severe hypertension
180
Moderate hypertension
Mild hypertension
Normal systolic value
160
140
130
120
Normal blood
pressure
Optimal blood
pressure
Diastolic
blood
(target value)
pressure
(mmHg)
80
85
90
100 110
According to the blood pressure classification by the WHO/ISH.
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• Overweight
• High cholesterol level
• Smoking
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Stress and emotional upset
• Excessive consumption of salt
• Lack of physical exercise
• Genetic/hereditary predisposition
• Underlying illnesses, such as kidney
disorders or endocrine disturbance
tension may cause your blood pressure to
be higher than in familiar circumstances at
home. This is known as “White Coat
Hypertension”.
Treatment of high blood pressure
If your blood pressure reaches upper
values of 140 - 160 mmHg and lower
values of 90 - 95 mmHg in repeated
measurements over several days, you
should consult your doctor for detailed
medical examination. You can assist the
treatment prescribed by your doctor in the
following ways:
• Loose weight and lower your cholesterol
level by reducing the calories and fat in
your diet. Cut down on animal fats and
eat more fruit and vegetables.
• Reduce the consumption of alcohol.
• Reduce the intake of salt: the German
League for Combating High Blood
Pressure recommends six grams of salt
per day (i.e. one teaspoon) on average.
• Stop smoking.
Blood pressure measurement
Measuring your blood pressure daily
enables you to recognize high blood
pressure at an early stage and obtain
medical treatment.
The oscillometric method of measurement
determines your blood pressure by
measuring the pressure fluctuations
caused by the pulse waves.
Since your blood pressure fluctuates
within a day (see graphic next page), you
should always measure it at the same
time each day to ensure that the
measurements are genuinely comparable. • Take regular exercise.
At the doctor’s surgery, nervousness and
• Monitor your blood pressure.
Upper curve: systolic blood pressure
Lower curve: diastolic blood pressure
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Time of day
Example: fluctuation within a day (male, 35 years old)
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