Contents Dear Customers............................. 2 Preliminary Remarks ............................. 2 Precautions..............................2 Parts Identification ............................3 Symbols ................................. 4 Using the Monitor............................5 1. Installing / Changing the Batteries......................5 2. Fastening the Cuff..........................6 3. How to Take Proper Measurements..................... 7 4.
Dear Customers Congratulations on purchasing a state-of-the-art A&D blood pressure monitor, one of the most advanced monitors available today. Designed for ease of use and accuracy, this monitor will facilitate your daily blood pressure regimen. We recommend that you read through this manual carefully before using the device for the first time. Preliminary Remarks This device conforms to the European Directive 93/42 EEC for Medical Products.
Symbols Symbols Function / Meaning Recommended Action Standby and on switch Battery installation guide Direct current Serial number Date of manufacture Type BF: Device, cuff and tubing are designed to provide special protection against electrical shocks. The indicator while measurement is in progress. It blinks Measurement is in progress.
Symbols Function / Meaning Recommended Action Diastolic blood pressure in mmHg. Pulse per minute PUL./min EC directive medical device label WEEE label Using the Monitor 1. Installing / Changing the Batteries 1. Slide the battery cover as shown to remove it from the device.
• (LOW BATTERY mark) does not appear when the batteries are drained. • Battery life varies with ambient temperature and may be shorter at low temperatures. • Remove batteries if the device is not to be used for a long period of time. The batteries may leak and cause a malfunction.
3. How to Take Proper Measurements For best accuracy in blood pressure measurement: • Sit comfortably at a table. Rest your arm on the table. • Relax for about 5 to 10 minutes before measurement. • Raise your hand so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart. •...
Measurements Note: The UB-511, once used, will provide an inflation appropriate to the user, based on the previous measurement. 1. Sit comfortably with the cuff at the same level as your heart and relax. 2. Press the START button. The average recorded blood pressures and data number are displayed briefly.
Measurements Notes For Proper Measurement Sit down in a comfortable position. Place the arm to be used for the measurement on a table or other support so that the center of the cuff will be at the same height as your heart. Relax for about five or ten minutes before taking a measurement.
Remove batteries to clear all data. Re-install them again. What Is An Irregular Heartbeat? Model UB-511 blood pressure monitor provides a blood pressure and pulse rate measurement even when an irregular heartbeat occurs. An irregular heartbeat is defined as a heartbeat that varies by 25% from the average of all heartbeats during the blood pressure measurement.
WHO Classification Indicator Each six segments of the bar indicator correspond to the WHO blood pressure classification described on the next page. The indicator displays a segment, based on the current data, corresponding to the WHO classification. About Blood Pressure What Is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries.
To prevent hypertension or keep it under control: Do not smoke Exercise regularly Reduce salt and fat intake Have regular physical checkups Maintain proper weight Why Measure Blood Pressure At Home? Blood pressure measured at a clinic or doctor's office may cause apprehension and can produce an elevated reading, 25 to 30 mmHg higher than that measured at home.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Reason Recommended Action Batteries are drained. Replace all batteries with new ones. Nothing appears in the Reinstall the batteries with negative and display, even when the Battery terminals are not in the correct positive terminals matching those indicated on power is turned on.
The device was designed and manufactured for a long service life. However it is generally recommended to have the monitor inspected every 2 years, to ensure proper functioning and accuracy. Please contact either your authorized dealer or A&D for maintenance. Technical Data Type UB-511 Clinical test According to ANSI / AAMI SP-10 1992 Measurement Oscillometric measurement...
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