Andon KD-923 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model
PLEASE READ
BEFORE USE
Easy and Affordable Solutions
for Better Health™
M A N A G E M E N T S Y S T E M
Blood Pressure
BP-Manager™
*NOTE: The system is intended for information purposes only, for expert advice make
sure to consult a healthcare professional. Any instructions for change in treatment
and health related information or advice should only be made directly with a
healthcare professional. The ANDON BP-MANAGER™ is a non-invasive
blood pressure monitor intended for the measurement of systolic (SBP) and
diastolic (DBP) blood pressure and heart rate (HR or pulse rate) using the
oscillometric technique. The ANDON BP-MANAGER™ is used as an aid
to monitoring blood pressure in adults (individuals aged 18 and older)
in a non-clinical environment such as in the home. Results are
displayed on the ANDON BP-MANAGER™ screen. The ANDON
BP-MANAGER™ should not be used on infants or children.
Contraindications for Use: The end user of this device should not
have common arrhythmias, such as atrial or ventricular
premature beats or atrial fibrillation.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
INTRODUCTION 3
CONTENTS 4
REQUIREMENTS 5
!WARNINGS! 6
Pod™
LOCATION/INTERFERANCE 7
BEFORE YOU START 8
Your BP-Manager™ 8
Your I Pod™ 9
INSTALLATION 10
Connecting Your
Pod™ 10
Using an RJ11 Jack 10
Back-up Batteries 11
Powering Up Your
BP-Manager™ 11
First Time Power Up
and Registration 12
SUGGESTIONS BEFORE TAKING
A MEASUREMENT 13
HOW TO APPLY THE ARM CUFF 13
Applying the Pressure Cuff 14
HOW TO TAKE A PROPER
MEASUREMENT 15
FUNCTIONS 16
Main Screen 16
Taking Your Blood Pressure
Measurement 17
Error Display 18
Looking at Previously
Taken Readings 19
Looking at Messages 20
Looking at Graphics 21
Users 22
Select User 22
Add/Remove User 23
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 25
SPECIFICATIONS 26
BP-Manager™ 26
Pod™ 26
FCC STATEMENT 27
CUSTOMER INFORMATION 28
SERVICE REQUIREMENTS 29
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Introduction
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Introduction
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly. For proper interpretation
of pressure measurements, make sure to consult a physician.
The BP-Manager™ can be used alone to automatically measure
your blood pressure.
If you would like to transmit blood pressure information for display on a
personal computer, the optional Pod™ can be purchased.
Instructions for Use for the BP-Manager™ and for the Pod™
are included in this Instruction manual.
**Warning: This system is not recommended for use on infants and is not
intended for and should not be used to try to measure the blood pressure of
infants and children (anyone under the age of 18) as it may not be accurate
and/or relied upon.
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Thank you for purchasing the ANDON BP-MANAGER™, or KD-923 and ANDON POD™, or ILP
0001. This completely automatic system measures your blood pressure and pulse rate, captures
subjective information and manages everything automatically so that you can better manage your
blood pressure with your care provider. Your measurement reading is clearly displayed on a large
screen on the ANDON BP-Manager™ after each measurement, and later stored for a more detailed
analysis in the form of tables for easy viewing and graphs for easy interpretation. Your new ANDON
BP-Manager™ uses the oscillometric method of blood pressure measurement, detecting your blood’s
movement through your brachial artery and converting the movements into a digital reading. An
oscillometric monitor does not need a stethoscope so the monitor is simple to use.
The ANDON KD-923 BP-Manager™ is a non-invasive blood pressure monitor intended for the
measurement of systolic (SBP) and diastolic (DBP) blood pressure and heart rate (HR or pulse rate)
using the oscillometric technique. The ANDON BP-Manager™ is used as an aid to monitoring
blood pressure in adults (individuals aged 18 and older) in a non-clinical environment such as in the
home. Results are displayed on the ANDON BP-Manager™ screen. The ANDON BP-Manager™
should not be used on infants or children. Contraindications for Use: The end user of this device
should not have common arrhythmias, such as atrial or ventricular premature beats or atrial
fibrillation.

Contents
BP-MANAGER™
4X“AA” ALKALINE BATTERIES FOR YOUR
BP-MANAGER™
ILP 0001 POD™
(*Anoptional accessory, soldseparately)
AC ADAPTER
(*Anoptional accessory, soldseparately)
TELEPHONE LINE CORD
(*Anoptional accessory, soldseparately)
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For Respective Products, make sure your package includes the following items:

Requirements
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Requirements
MODULAR JACK REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL BATTERIES
When using your ANDON BP-Manager™ with an ANDON Pod™, you will
need an RJ11 type modular jack, which is the most common type of phone
jack and might look like the one pictured here. If you don’t have a modular
jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed.
You may wish to use rechargeable batteries in your ANDON Manager™. The ANDON Pod™ is
equipped to recharge batteries.

!Warnings!
!Warnings!
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To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always be followed including
the precautions listed below:
• Read all the information in the instruction manual and any other literature included in the box
before using the unit.
• Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider.
• Contact your physician for specific information about your blood pressure.
• Operate the unit only as intended. Do not use for any other purpose.
• The ANDON KD-923 BP-Manager™ is a non-invasive blood pressure monitor intended for the
measurement of systolic (SBP) and diastolic (DBP) blood pressure and heart rate (HR or pulse
rate) using the oscillometric technique. The ANDON BP-Manager™ is used as an aid to
monitoring blood pressure in adults (individuals aged 18 and older) in a non-clinical environment
such as in the home. Results are displayed on the ANDON BP-Manager™ screen. The ANDON
BP-Manager™ should not be used on infants or children. Contraindications for Use: The end
user of this device should not have common arrhythmias, such as atrial or ventricular premature
beats or atrial fibrillation.
• This system is not recommended for use on infants and is not intended for and should not be
used to try to measure the blood pressure of infants and children (anyone under the age of 18) as
it may not be accurate and/or relied upon.
• Changes or modifications not approved by ANDON INC. may affect the proper functioning of
this product. No recalibration or verification is needed, as the accuracy of the cuff-pressure
transducers/indicators is valid for the life of the product. The system might not meet its
performance specifications if stored or used outside the specified temperature and humidity
ranges detailed below. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit or components. In the
event of malfunction, call ANDON™ directly as instructed below.
• Blood pressure measurements determined with this device are equivalent to those obtained by a
trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method within the limits prescribed by
the American National Standard, Electronic or automated sphygmomanometers. A report of
clinical performance study findings that used the fourth Korotkoff sign to determine overall
efficacy are available upon written request with proof of purchase.
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Pod™
Note:
Pod™ Location/Interferance
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When using an ANDON Pod™ to communicate information from your ANDON BP-Manager™,
wireless radio waves are used. For maximum distance and interference-free operation, the
recommended
ANDON Pod™ location is:
• Away from electrical appliances such as a TV, personal computer or a
cordless phone
• In a HIGH and CENTRAL
location with no obstructions
such as walls
While using an ANDON Pod™, the telephone line will be in use. If the telephone line is in use
before using the your ANDON Pod™ and you wish to use the your ANDON Pod™ while the
telephone line is being used, the unit will not be able to make a connection and will store the
information in your ANDON BP-Manager™ for later transmission.

Before You Start
Your
BP-Manager™
REMEMBER: You can stop the inflation
or deflation process anytime by pressing
any button.
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Display
Right “Soft”
Button
Left “Soft” Button
START/ESCAPE
Button
Upper Arm Cuff
To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always be followed including
the precautions listed below:
• Read all information in the instruction manual and any other literature included in the box before
using the unit.
• Follow the instructions of your healthcare provider.
• Contact your physician for specific information about your blood pressure.
• Operate the unit only as intended. Do not use for any other purpose.
• This product is intended for information purposes only. It is not intended for diagnostic purposes
and is not intended and should not be used on infants or children (anyone under the age of 18).
• This is not a clinical device, but a tool for information purposes only.
• Changes or modifications not approved by ANDON INC. may affect the proper functioning of
this product. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit or components.
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Your Pod™
Before You Start
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Power button
LED Display
AC Adapter Jack
Telephone line cord RJ11
Jack For Telephone
Connection
Telephone line cord RJ11
Jack For Line Connection
Battery Cover
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(*An optional accessory, sold separately)

Installation
! FOR YOUR Pod™ !
Connecting your Pod™
USING AN RJ11 JACK
CAUTION!
Note: The Pod™ is designed not to draw power from the
batteries when the AC adapter is in use.
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• Unplug phone cord from wall before installing, plugging in an external power source, or changing
batteries.
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals, unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Plug one end of the telephone line cord (provided) into the jack on the back of your ANDON Pod™
marked LINE.
Plug the other end of the telephone line cord (provided)
into a modular wall jack.
If you wish to use the same modular wall jack for your
ANDON Pod™ and your telephone, connect the telephone
line cord from your telephone into the jack on the back of
your ANDON Pod™ marked PHONE.
Connect the small end of the power supply into the power
AC jack on the back of the ANDON Pod™ marked
POWER. Plug the other end into an AC power outlet.
Your ANDON Pod™ will automatically power up once it is
plugged in to an AC power outlet.

USING AN RJ45 JACK
RECHARGING BATTERIES WITH YOUR POD™:
Powering UpYour BP-Manager™
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES (INCLUDED)
Note:
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Plug one end of the Ethernet cord (not provided) into a modular RJ45
wall jack.
Plug the other end of the Ethernet cord (not provided) into
the RJ45 jack on the back of your ANDON Pod™.
Connect the small end of the power supply into the power
AC jack on the back of the ANDON Pod™ marked
POWER. Plug the other end into an AC power outlet.
Your ANDON Pod™ will automatically power up once it is
plugged in to an AC power outlet.
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• Remove the battery compartment door on the bottom of your ANDON Pod™ by pushing gently
in the direction shown on the battery cover.
• Place the rechargeable batteries as marked.
• Replace the battery compartment door and push the compartment door shut in the opposite
direction shown on the battery cover.
• When using rechargeable batteries with your ANDON BP-Manager™, simply place them in your
ANDON Pod™ for 10 hours to recharge when battery status is low as indicated on your ANDON
BP-Manager™
• Remove the battery compartment door on your ANDON BP-Manager™ by lifting the battery door
using the notch
• Place the batteries as instructed on the device
• Replace the battery compartment door and click into place
Replacing the battery does not affect previous test results stored in memory of the meter. However,

FIRST TIME POWER UP AND ACTIVATION WHEN USING AN
POD™ (*an optional accessory, sold separately)
READ THROUGH THE INC. TERMS
AND CONDITIONS FIRST, THEN PROCEED
AND FOLLOW THE PROMPTS ON THE
SCREEN AS SHOWN HERE:
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LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
ESPANOL
FRANCAIS
OK
the time and date settings may need to be updated if batteries are not in the device for an extended
period of time. Use only new batteries of the required size and the recommended type. For best
performance and the longest life, alkaline batteries are recommended. Do not mix different type, date or
brand name batteries together. Be sure to follow the instructions when installing the batteries. Since
batteries can leak Chemicals that damages electronic parts, leaving the battery in the housing for a long
period without using the device may damage the main unit. Please remove the batteries if you are not
going to use the device for an extended period of time (i.e., 3 months or more). The batteries should be
kept away from small children as they pose a choking hazard. If swallowed, promptly see a doctor for help.
To use the ANDON BP-Manager™ with your ANDON Pod™ you must call an ANDON customer
representative to activate. Make sure to call ANDON before you begin. Then make sure that the
ANDON Pod™ is connected to a telephone line cord and RJ11 jack, (or an Ethernet cord and RJ45
jack) and “Powered ON”! Hold down any button on your
ANDON BP-Manager™ for 3 seconds to Power up.
First select the appropriate language using the buttons labeled
and OK.
Then Answer the question on the following screen regarding
terms and conditions using the YES and NO labeled buttons.
To gain full advantage of all the features your ANDON BP-Manager™ has to offer, using an IANDON
Pod™ is recommended. To ensure that your ANDON BP-Manager™ and v Pod™ are setup
properly you will need to call ANDON directly to activate your system. You should ensure that the steps
are followed correctly, you should first setup your ANDON Pod™, power it up, and then begin the steps
of powering up your ANDON BP-Manager™. During your activation call with ANDON, an ANDON
customer representative will verify your ANDON BP-Manager™ and ANDON Pod™ ID numbers. and
you will be ready to take full advantage of all your ANDON BP-Manager™ has to offer. For a detailed
description of all the features and functions continue to the FUNCTIONS section of this manual.
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Suggestions Before Taking A
easurement
•Avoid eating, smoking, and exercising for 30 minutes before taking a measurement. Rest at least
15 minutes before taking a measurement.
•Stress raises blood pressure. Avoid taking measurements during stressful times.
•Remove tight-fitting clothing from your left arm.
•Measurements should be taken in a quiet place.
•Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Rest your left arm on a table so that the cuff is at
the same level as your heart.
•Remain still and do not speak during the measurement.
•It is recommended that a record of your blood pressure and pulse readings be brought to your
physician on a regular basis, as a single measurement does not provide an accurate indication of
your true blood pressure.
•It is recommended that you take and record several readings over a period of time, measuring
your blood pressure at the same time each day for consistency.
•If you are taking multiple readings consecutively, you should wait 2-3 minutes between
measurements. The wait time allows the arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the
blood pressure measurement. You may need to increase the wait time depending on your
individual physical characteristics.
CAUTIO : Blood pressure recording can be affected by the position of the
subject, his/her physiologic condition, and other factors.
Suggestions Before Taking A easurement
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How To Apply The Arm Cuff
Applying the Pressure Cuff
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
How To Apply The Arm Cuff
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Your ANDON BP-Manager™ applies the Oscillometric method to measure human systolic/diastolic
blood pressure and heart rate. All values are shown on the LCD monitor.
Connect the Air Plug to the Air Jack at the side of
the monitor.
Assemble the cuff as shown in the figure. The
smooth cloth is on the inside of the cuff loop.
Hold your left arm in front of you with your palm facing up. Pull your arm through the cuff loop.
The edge of the cuff should be approximately
0.3 to 1.2 inches (2cm to 3cm) above your
elbow. Align the tubing over the main arteries on
the inside of your arm.
When the cuff is positioned correctly, pull the end of the cuff to tighten the cuff snugly around your
upper arm. You should be able to fit your index finger between the cuff and your arm.
Press the hook material firmly against the pile material. The top and bottom edges of the cuff should
be tightened evenly around your arm.
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Pile Sided Material
Sewn Hook Material
D-Ring
0.3 to 1.2 inches
(2cm to 3cm) Main Arteries

How To Take A Proper
easurement
Please sit or lie down for at least 5-10 minues before measuring. Perform measurement while sitting.
STEP 1
Place your elbow on a table or other object. Relax
your hand with he palm facing up.
STEP 2
Make sure the pressure cuff is at the same level
as your heart. This is extremely important for the
accuracy of the results. Higher or lower positions will give deviations from the true value.
How To Apply The Arm Cuff
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Functions
(when using the POD™,
an optional accessory sold separately)
Main Screen
Functions
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MENU
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The Main Screen is your default screen. This is where you
will be directed to after completing functions and where
you will find status indicators for the functioning of your
ANDON BP-Manager™.
In the upper middle portion of the display you will find a
battery icon, displaying power status of your ANDON
BP-Manager™
Indicates full power
Indicates power is getting low, you should change your batteries
Indicates that your blood pressure measuring function has been turned off.
Replace your batteries immediately.
If you have unread messages, you will see an envelope icon on the upper left corner of the display.
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Taking Your Blood Pressure Measurement
STEP 1
STEP 2
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! You can stop the inflation/deflation at any time by pressing any button on
your BP-Manager™ !
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Please sit or lie down for at least 5-10 minues before measuring. Perform measurement while sitting.
Place your elbow on a table or other object. Relax
your hand with he palm facing up.
Make sure the pressure cuff is at the same level
as your heart. This is extremely important for the
accuracy of the results. Higher or lower positions will give deviations from the true value.
From the default screen, press the button located in the center of the key pad to continue.
A graphic will appear to show the correct placement of the cuff
on the arm.
Your ANDON BP-Manager™ will begin to inflate automatically.
Do not talk or move during the measurement.
The cuff will quickly inflate to the appropriate level and will
get tighter around your arm. If the cuff becomes too tight, press
any button to stop the unit from inflating and then re-wrap the cuff, leaving a little more room
between the cuff and your arm.
When the measurement is complete, the cuff will automatically deflate releasing the cuff’s air
pressure. Your
ANDON BP-Manager™ will then display your reading automatically, and begin to
communicate when you are using your
ANDON Pod™. Your ANDON BP-Manager™ will notify you
on the bottom of the display as to the status of your connection. Connection times may vary
depending on many factors. Your reading will always be stored in your meter memory for local lookup.
After displaying your reading and automatically communicating the information, your meter will
automatically return to the default screen before going to sleep mode. Each time your
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BP-Manager™ communicates successfully to ANDON through your ANDON Pod™ the time and
date are set to ensure reliable date and time stamping of all readings.
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ERROR DISPLAY
NOTE: If you receive an error, wait 2-3 minutes and retake your
measurement. If you still receive an error, wait for the unit to go into sleep
mode, then try again and retake your measurement. If you continually
receive the same error after repeated usage, call an customer
representative at: 1-888-IDEAL-41 ( ) .
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An error will be displayed for the following:
• Noise, movement or talking during a measurement.
• Inadequate pressure for cuff inflation due to movement or talking during measurement.
• Cuff improperly applied (too tight, too loose, improper position).
• Other factors may also cause an error to display.
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LOOKING AT PREVIOUSLY TAKEN READINGS
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MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
GRAPHICS
USERS
SCROLL SELECT
DATE SYS DIA PUL
0210 120 82 71
0209 122 84 70
0208 118 84 70
0208 120 82 71
0207 118 82 73
NEXT
DATE SYS DIA PUL
0206 120 85 70
0205 122 84 70
0204 121 83 72
0203 123 85 75
0202 120 82 71
BACK NEXT
Your ANDON BP-Manager™ will store up to 575 of your latest readings.
Press Menu to view the feature list.
SCROLL to highlight READINGS (it should already be
highlighted as it is the first line item in the list).
Press SELECT to enter your selection.
You can now scroll through your readings, screen by screen
using the NEXT (and BACK) buttons.
If you have less than one page full of readings or have
reached your final screen you can press the button labeled
EXIT to return to the MENU section (Remember you can
always press the START/ESCAPE button to return to the
default screen).

Looking at Messages
ForExample:
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f: DAUGHTER
s: DINNER
When do you
want to go
to dinner?
NEXT
s: DINNER
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
SCROLL SELECT
f: SELF
s: KIDS
Reminder:
Pick up kids
at 4:00 PM.
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MENU
READINGS
MESSAGES
GRAPHICS
USERS
SCROLL SELECT
Your ANDAN BP-Manager™ is equipped for 2-way, interactive communication when using an ANDAN
Pod™. Messages can be sent remotely to your ANDAN BP-Manager™ and responded to directly. When
messages are transmitted to your
ANDAN BP-Manager™, they are stored for automatic display before
your next blood glucose measurement. If you have unread messages in memory, there will be an
ENVELOPE icon located on the upper left corner of the default screen. You can also read any unread
messages in the MESSAGES section for later response.
• Press Menu to view the feature list.
• SCROLL to highlight MESSAGES.
• Press SELECT to enter your selection.
Messages will be displayed in order of time received
(oldest first). Responding to messages automatically stores
them for later transmission and automatically scrolls to the
next message if there is more than one unread message in
your ANDAN BP-Manager™.
There are 2 types of messages. The type of question will dictate the button labels. Simply press
the desired button shown on the screen.
Free text messages allow for 2 possible responses, and are
displayed on one screen and may look like this:
Multiple Choice messages allowing for up to 6 possible responses are displayed on 2 screens, and
may look like this:
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