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- Page 1 DVANCED ANUAL NFLATE Blood Pressure Monitor Trilingual Instruction Guide – MODEL UA-705 E n g l i s h • F r a n ç a i s • E s p a ñ o l...
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Page 2: Important Information
Alkaline batteries recommended. PRECAUTIONS The UA-705 is designed to be used at home, by those who are eighteen (18) years and older, to monitor blood pressure (systolic and diastolic) and pulse rate. It is not designed for ambulatory use. - 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 pres- sure regimen. Physicians agree that daily self-monitoring of blood pressure is an important step individuals can take to maintain cardiovas- cular health and prevent the serious consequences associated with undetected and untreated hypertension.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
MONITOR COMPONENTS ......E-3 HOW UA-705 WORKS ......E-4 BEFORE YOU START . -
Page 5: What Display Symbols Mean
WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN Display Condition/Cause Recommended Symbol Action The symbol shown while measure- Measurement is in progress, remain ment is in progress. It blinks while as still as possible. detecting the pulse. An irregular heartbeat or body move- Take measurement again and con- ment may have occurred. -
Page 6: Monitor Components
MONITOR COMPONENTS ARM CUFF PROPER FIT RANGE INDEX MARK AIR HOSE DISPLAY AIR SOCKET AIR CONNECTOR PLUG EXHAUST START BUTTON RUBBER BULB BATTERY COVER BATTERY COMPARTMENT AA BATTERY LifeSource Health Line (Toll-Free): 1-888-726-9966... -
Page 7: How Ua-705 Works
HOW UA-705 WORKS LifeSource blood pressure monitors are easy to use, accurate and digitally ® display full measurement readouts. Our technology is based on the “oscillo- metric 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
Large Cuff 14.2” - 17.7” (36-45cm) UA-281 NOTE: The LifeSource small cuff is not compatible with the UA-705 monitor. Cuff Size Indicator On The Cuff Our cuff has an indicator which tells you whether you are using the correct cuff size or not. Place the cuff on your arm (see Page E-6 to learn how to put... -
Page 9: Taking Your Blood Pressure
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 10 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Press the START button. Your average blood pressure reading will appear with the number of measurements stored in memory (i.e. A25 = total of 25 measurements stored in memory) and a flashing symbol, indicating that monitor is ready for measurement. NOTE: If the symbol is displayed, the cuff has some air trapped in it.
- Page 11 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE When the correct pressurization has been reached, the automatic exhaust mechanism will gradually reduce the pressure in the cuff. Sit quietly during measurement. The symbol will blink with your pulse beat. NOTE: Exhaust rate cannot be adjusted during measurement. If you wish to stop inflation at any time, press the exhaust valve to release the pres- sure in the cuff.
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Page 12: What Is An Irregular Heartbeat
WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT The UA-705 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 occurred 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 13: About Average Reading
ABOUT AVERAGE READING The UA-705 provides an average blood pressure reading based on the total measurements stored in memory. When taking a measurement, the average blood pressure reading will appear and the number of measurements stored in memory will flash several times before the cuff begins to inflate. -
Page 14: About Memory
ABOUT MEMORY The UA-705 automatically stores up to 30 blood pressure and pulse measure- ments in its memory. Measurements stored in memory are assigned an index number in the order of the newest to the oldest. The oldest reading displays as "n01". -
Page 15: 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 16: 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 con- sideration and may affect these figures. -
Page 17: What Is Hypertension
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 18 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 19 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 meas- urements that you can use to compare against future readings.
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Probable cause Problem Corrective action Nothing appears in Battery is drained. Replace battery with new one. the display, after Alkaline battery pressing the START recommended. button. Battery terminals are not in Reinstall the battery with neg- the correct position. ative and positive terminals matching those indicated in the battery compartment. -
Page 21: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model ..... UA-705 Type ..... . Oscillometric Display . -
Page 22: 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 Kits Blood Pressure Cuffs Stethoscopes Personal Health Scales Nebulizers... - Page 23 IMPORTANT! If You Need Assistance with the Set-Up or Operation We Can Help! Please call us FIRST before contacting your retailer at LifeSource Health Line 1-888-726-9966 - Toll Free Auto Control Medical 1-800-461-0991 - In Canada A specially trained representative will assist you.
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