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- Page 1 Premium Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor Trilingual Instruction Guide - Model UA-853 English Français Español...
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Page 2: Important Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please read this important information before using your monitor. Please remember that only a medical practitioner is qualified to interpret your blood pressure measurements. Use of this device should not replace regular medical examinations. Consult your physician if you have any doubt about your readings. Should a mechanical problem occur, contact LifeSource®... - Page 3 Fast. Easy. Accurate. Congratulations on purchasing a state-of-the-art LifeSource® blood pressure monitor—one of the most technologically advanced monitors available today. Designed for ease of use and accuracy, this monitor will facilitate your daily blood pressure regimen. Physicians agree that daily self-monitoring of blood pressure is an important step individuals can take to maintain cardiovascular health and prevent the serious consequences associated with undetected and untreated hypertension.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN ......E-2 MONITOR COMPONENTS ....... . . E-3 HOW UA-853 WORKS . -
Page 5: What Display Symbols Mean
WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN Display/ Recommended Condition/Cause Symbol Action The symbol shown while measure- Measurement is in progress, ment is in progress. It blinks while remain as still as possible. detecting the pulse. An irregular heartbeat or body movement may have occurred. Take measurement again and Refer to page E-11 for more infor- consult with your physician. -
Page 6: Monitor Components
MONITOR COMPONENTS AM Button MEMORY Button Display PM Button Air Connector Plug FRONT Arm Cuff Air Hose START Button Air Socket (Orange illumination during the AM) (Blue illumination during the PM) BACK Battery Compartment Battery Cover AC Adapter AC Adapter Jack In Canada - Auto Control Medical (Toll-Free): 1-800-461-0991... -
Page 7: How Ua-853 Works
HOW UA-853 WORKS LifeSource® blood pressure monitors are easy to use, accurate and digitally display full measurement readouts. Our technology is based on the “oscillometric method” – a noninvasive blood pressure determination. The term “oscillation” refers to any measure of vibrations caused by the arterial pulse. -
Page 8: Selecting The Correct Cuff Size
SELECTING THE CORRECT CUFF SIZE Using the correct cuff size is important for an accurate reading. A cuff that is too large will produce a reading that is lower than the correct blood pressure; a cuff that is too small will produce a reading that is higher than the correct blood pressure. -
Page 9: Taking Your Blood Pressure
TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Adjusting the Built-in Clock The UA-853 Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor has a built-in clock that gives you the time and date and can tell you when a blood pressure reading stored in memory was taken. We recommend that you adjust the clock prior to use. To adjust the clock, follow these simple steps: 1. - Page 10 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Setting the Alarm This monitor has 3 reminder alarms. You can set 3 different reminder alarms within a 24-hour period. Press and hold 1. Press and hold the AM button until the digits start blinking. Then press the MEMORY button.
- Page 11 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Tips for Blood Pressure Monitoring: Relax for about 5 minutes before measurement. Do not smoke or ingest caffeine at least 30 minutes prior to measurement. Remove constricting clothing and place cuff on bare arm. Unless your physician recommends otherwise, use left arm to measure pressure.
- Page 12 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 5. Press the START button. As the cuff pressurizes, measurement will begin and the Cuff Inflation Meter will show on the display screen. It is normal for the cuff to feel very tight. Note: If an appropriate pressure is not obtained, the device automatically starts to inflate again.
- Page 13 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Measurement with the desired systolic pressure: If your systolic pressure is expected to exceed 230 mmHg follow these steps: 1. Place the cuff on the left arm, unless your physician tells you otherwise. 2. Press and hold the START button until a number 30 to 40 mmHg higher than your expected systolic pressure appears.
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Page 14: What Is An Irregular Heartbeat
WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT The UA-853 Blood Pressure Monitor provides a blood pressure and pulse rate measurement even when an irregular heartbeat occurs. The Irregular Heartbeat symbol will appear in the display window in the event an Irregular Heartbeat has occured during measurement. An irregular heartbeat is defined as a heartbeat that varies by 25% from the average of all heartbeat intervals during the blood pressure measurement. -
Page 15: About Average Reading
ABOUT AVERAGE READING The UA-853 provides an average blood pressure reading based on the total measurements stored in memory. The average blood pressure reading appears briefly when you recall the measurements stored in memory. You can also access your AM/PM Average Readings by pressing the MEMORY button, then the AM or PM button. -
Page 16: About Memory
ABOUT MEMORY NOTE: This device stores the last 90 measurements in memory. The data is retained as long as the batteries are in the device. When you remove the batteries or the batteries are drained, the data will be erased. 1. -
Page 17: Using The Monitor With Ac Adapter
USING THE MONITOR WITH AC ADAPTER The UA-853 has an AC adapter jack to allow you to supply power from an outlet in your home. We recommend you use only the supplied AC adapter to avoid potential damage to the monitor. Connecting the AC adapter to the monitor: 1. -
Page 18: About Blood Pressure
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE What Is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries. Systolic pressure occurs when the heart contracts; diastolic pressure occurs when the heart expands. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). -
Page 19: Assessing High Blood Pressure For Adults
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE Assessing High Blood Pressure for Adults The following standards for assessing high blood pressure (without regard to age or gender) have been established as a guideline. Please note that other risk factors (e.g. diabetes, obesity, smoking, etc.) need to be taken into consideration and may affect these figures. - Page 20 ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE What Is Hypertension? Hypertension (high blood pressure) is the diagnosis given when readings consistently rise above normal. It is well known that hypertension can lead to stroke, heart attack or other illness if left untreated. Referred to as a “silent killer”...
- Page 21 ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE Answers to Why Your Readings Are Different Between Home and at the Doctor’s Office Why are my readings different between home and at a doctor’s office? Your blood pressure readings taken in a doctor’s office or hospital setting may be elevated as a result of apprehension and anxiety.
- Page 22 ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE Establishing Baseline Measurements The most important method to get an accurate blood pressure measurement is consistency. To get the most benefit out of your monitor, it is important to establish a “baseline measurement.” This helps build a foundation of measurements that you can use to compare against future readings.
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Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Corrective Action Problem Probable Cause Nothing appears in the Batteries are drained. Replace all batteries with new display, after I press the ones. Alkaline batteries recom- START button. mended. Battery terminals are not in the Reinstall the batteries with nega- correct position. -
Page 24: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model ....UA-853 Type ....Oscillometric Display ....Digital, 20-mm character height Pressure/pulse displayed simultaneously Time/Date . -
Page 25: Contact Information
CONTACT INFORMATION Our products are designed and manufactured using the latest scientific and technological methods, and offer accurate, easy to use, home monitoring and treatment options. Our full product line includes: Digital Blood Pressure Monitors Manual Blood Pressure Monitors Blood Pressure Cuffs Stethoscopes Personal Health Scales Digital Thermometers... - Page 26 IMPORTANT! If You Need Assistance with the Set-Up or Operation We Can Help! Please call us FIRST before contacting your retailer at LifeSource Customer Service Line ® 1-888-726-9966 - Toll Free A specially trained representative will assist you. A division of A&D Engineering, Inc. 1555 McCandless Drive Milpitas, CA 95035 www.LifeSourceOnline.com...