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Trilingual Instruction Guide - Model UA-853
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ImPORTANT INf ORmATION ✓ 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® at 1-888-726-9966. Do not attempt to service, calibrate, or repair this monitor. ☞ Because your UA
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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 untreat
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TABLE Of CONTENTS WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E- .2 . . . . . . MONITOR COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E- . 3 . . . . . . . ? HOW UA-853 WORKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E- . 4 . . . . . . . . BEFORE YOU START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E- . 4 . . .
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WHAT DISPLAY SYmBOLS mEAN ? 1932-1AIc UA787EXC¥06 illust¥03,12p 123 Display/ Recommended Condition/Cause Symbol Action 123 1932-1AIc UA787EXC¥06 illust¥03,12p 123 The symbol shown while measure- Measurement is in progress, ment is in progress. It blinks while 123 123 remain as still as possible. detecting the pulse. 123 123 1932-1AIc UA787EXC¥06 illust¥03,12p An irregular heartbeat or body 123 123 movement may have occurred. p-3 err CUf Take measurement again and 123 Refer to page E-11
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mONITOR COmPONENTS AM Button Display MEMORY Button 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 Jack AC Adapter In Canada - Auto Control Medical (Toll-Free): 1-800-461-0991 E-3
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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. Our monitor examines the pulsatile pressure generated by the arterial wall as it expands and contracts against the cuff with each heartbeat. The cuff is inflated until the arte
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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. With your arm hanging at the side of your body, measure the circumference of your upper arm at the midpoint between the shoulder and elbow. RECOmmENDED CUff ARm SIZE REPLACEmENT CUff mODEL # SIZE 9.4" -
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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. Press and hold the AM button until the digits start blinking. 2. Select the year using the PM button. Press the AM button to set the current year and move to month
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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. “P-1” is shown at the middle line of the display. 2. Select the hour using the PM button and press the AM button to set the hour and move to minute selection. Press the MEMORY button to complete the reminder setting after selecting mi
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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. Do not talk during measurement. ☞ Do not cross legs and keep your feet flat on floor during measurement. ☞ Now you are ready. Follow these simple steps: 1. Sit c
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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 5. P ress 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. N ote: If an appropriate pressure is not obtained, the device automatically starts to inflate again. Note: If you wish to stop inflation at any time, press the START button again. 6. When the measurement is complete, the systolic and diastolic pressure readings and pulse rate are
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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. P ress and hold the START button until a number 30 to 40 mmHg higher than your expected systolic pressure appears. 3. Release the START button when the desired number is reached. 280 mmHg is the highest pressure level the monitor can reach. Measurement will
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WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT 1932-1AIc UA787EXC¥06 illust¥03,12p The UA-853 Blood Pressure Monitor provides a blood pressure and pulse 123 123 rate measurement even when an irregular heartbeat occurs. The Irregular 123 Heartbeat symbol will appear in the display window in the event an 123 Irregular 123Heartbeat has occured during measurement. An irregular heartbeat 123 p-3 err CUf is defined as a heartbeat that varies by 25% from the average of all heartbeat 123 intervals during the
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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. AvERAGE NUMBER OF MEASUREMENTS STORED IN MEMORY ABOUT PRESSURE RATING INDICATOR™ JNC7 Classification Indicator JNC7 Classification Indicator Hypertension Stag
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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. Press the MEMORY button. Press the MEMORY button 2. The average data of all the measurements and the number of measurements stored are displayed. Then, each time the MEMORY button Averaged Systolic is pressed, the memory data is displayed starting from the most r
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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. Gently insert the AC adapter plug into a 120V AC outlet. 2. Connect the AC adapter plug into the jack on the back of the monitor. Disconnecting the AC adapter from the monitor: 1. Turn the unit off by pressing the START button. 2. Dis
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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). What Affects Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is affected by many factors: age, weight, time of day, activity level, climate, altitude and season. Certain activities can significantly alter one’s blood press
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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. Consult with your physician for an accurate assessment. JNC7 Classification Table – for adults within the U.S. BP Classification Systolic (mmHg) Diastolic (mmHg)
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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” because it does not always produce symptoms that alert you to the problem, hypertension is treatable when diagnosed early. Can Hypertension Be Controlled? In many individuals, hypertension can be controlled by
