LifeSource UA-787W User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
DESIGNED FOR WOMEN
Model UA-787W
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Includes Logbook

Congratulations on purchasing a state-of-the-art LifeSource®
blood pressure monitor - one of the most technologically ad-
vanced 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 cardiovas-
cular health and prevent the serious consequences associated
with undetected and untreated hypertension.
We are committed to providing you and your family with
monitoring devices that provide the utmost in accuracy and
convenience.

THIS MONITOR IS CLINICALLY VALIDATED
This LifeSource
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blood pressure monitor has undergone and passed a Clinical
Validation study to determine the performance and accuracy. This monitor is
clinically validated according to the European Society of Hypertension (ESH)
standard. The ESH is one of the most prestigious international blood pressure
organizations. The published study was performed by a reviewing committee
consisting of physicians and/or nurses.
Among blood pressure manufacturers, A&D Medical/LifeSource is proud to have
the highest number of Clinically Validated monitors that are recommended by
the Canadian Hypertension Society.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be sure to read this instruction manual thoroughly to fully understand
your monitor's operation, cautions, performance and limitations. After fully
acquainting yourself with the manual, please keep it with 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 Auto Control Medical at 1-800-461-
0991.
Do not attempt to service, calibrate, or repair this monitor.☞
Because your UA-787W monitor contains delicate, high-precision parts,☞
avoid exposing it to extremes in temperature or humidity or to direct
sunlight, shock and dust. Auto Control Medical guarantees the accuracy of
this monitor only when it is stored and used within the temperature and
humidity ranges noted on page E-18.
Clean the monitor and cuff with a dry, soft cloth or a cloth dampened with☞
water and a mild detergent. Never use alcohol, benzene, thinner or other
harsh chemicals to clean monitor or cuff.
Remove and replace batteries if monitor is not used for more than six☞
months. Alkaline batteries recommended.
PRECAUTIONS
The UA-787W 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
e power unit (AC Adapter) is intended to be correctly oriented in a☞
vertical or floor mount position.

WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E1
MONITOR COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E2
HOW UA787W WORKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E5
WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E8
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ABOUT AVERAGE READING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E9
ABOUT THE PRESSURE RATING INDICATOR™ . . . . . . . . . . . . .E9
ABOUT MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E10
USING THE MONITOR WITH AC ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E11
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E12
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E17
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BLOOD PRESSURE LOG SHEETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E21
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WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN
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MONITOR COMPONENTS
AC ADAPTER JACK
DISPLAY
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
AIR HOSE
AIR CONNECTOR
PLUG
START/
STOP
BUTTON
MEMORY
BUTTON
AIR
SOCKET
AC ADAPTER
BATTERY COVER
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT

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HOW UA-787W WORKS
LifeSource
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blood pressure monitors are easy to use, accurate and digitally display
full measurement readouts. Our technology is based on the “oscillometric meth-
od” – 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 artery is fully blocked. The inflation speed is maxi-
mized and the pressure level is optimized by the device. The monitor takes mea-
surements while the cuff is both inflating and deflating. This results in a faster
measurement providing greater comfort to the user.
BEFORE YOU START
You must install 4 type AA (1.5 volt) batteries (alkaline batteries recommended),
or use the AC Adapter (see page E-11 for using the Monitor with AC Adapter)
and attach the cuff to the monitor before using it. To install batteries (or replace
them if the “Low Battery” symbol appears on display), proceed as follows:
Remove battery compartment cover by gently pushing down on arrow and1. sliding cover forward.
Put in bottom row of batteries2. first. Place the batteries in com-
partment with positive (+) and
negative (–) terminals matching
those indicated in the compart-
ment. Be sure batteries make con-
tact with compartment terminals.
Replace cover by sliding it into the3. compartment and gently pressing
into place.
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Step 3
Step 1
Step 2

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INSTALLING THE CUFF HOLDER
This monitor comes equipped with a removable cuff holder for your conve-
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cuff into the holder for
storage.
To install the cuff holder:
Align the cuff holder with the rear of the blood pressure1. monitor.
Slide the cuff holder into the rear of the blood pressure2. monitor until it snaps securely into place.
SELECTING THE CORRECT CUFF SIZE
Using the right sized cuff is essential for an accurate measurement. Our unique
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cuff is designed to accommodate most arm sizes, from 23-43 cm
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cuff is contoured to provide you with a quick and com-
fortable fit. Just slide the cuff onto your upper arm and secure – it’s that simple!
To place the cuff on properly, please read the section Taking Your Blood Pressure
(see pg. E-5).
If your arm circumference is greater than 43 cm (17") or smaller than 23 cm
(9"), you will need to purchase a difference size cuff than the one that is included
in this box. Please call Auto Control Medical at 1-800-461-0991 for more infor-
mation on our alternate cuff sizes.
To remove the cuff holder:
Push the tab on the cuff holder away from the blood pres-1. sure monitor.
Slide the cuff holder away from the blood pressure monitor2. as shown.

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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:
Sit comfortably with your left1.
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cuff on arm with tube
pointing away from you. Then position
the tube off-center toward the inner side
of arm in line with the little finger.
arm resting on a flat surface so
that the center of your upper arm
is at the same height as your heart.
Lay left arm on the table, and2.
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TM
cuff around arm. The cuff
should be snug but not too tight. You should
be able to insert two fingers between the cuff
and your arm.
Cuff
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Press the START button. The average reading (see Pg. E-9) is displayed, the4. 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.
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



When the measurement is complete, the systolic and diastolic pressure read-5. ings and pulse rate are displayed. The cuff deflates and the monitor automati-
cally shuts off after 60 seconds, or you can turn it off by pressing the START
button. Your measurement is automatically stored in memory (the monitor
can store up to 90 readings in memory).
Remove cuff and make note of your blood pressure and pulse rate on the6. Blood Pressure Record chart in the back of the manual, indicating the date
and time of measurement.

SYSTOLIC
DIASTOLIC
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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:
Place the cuff on the left arm, unless your physician tells you otherwise.1.
Press and hold the START button until a number 30 to 40 mmHg higher2. than your expected systolic pressure appears.
Release the START button when the desired number is reached. 280 mmHg3. is the highest pressure level the monitor can reach. Measurement will then
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WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT
The UA-787W Blood Pressure Monitor provides a blood pressure and pulse
rate measurement even when an irregular heartbeat is detected. 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. It is important that you relax,
remain still and refrain from talking during measurements.
 

ABOUT THE CUFF INFLATION METER
The Cuff Inflation Meter is located on the left side of the display screen to tell
you when the blood pressure monitor is inflating and deflating the cuff. The Cuff
Inflation Meter moves up during inflation and moves down during deflation.
  


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ABOUT AVERAGE READING
The UA-787W provides an average blood pressure reading based on the total
measurements stored in memory. The average blood pressure reading appears
briefly when you push the START button.
NUMBER OF MEASUREMENTS
STORED IN MEMORY
AVERAGE
ABOUT THE PRESSURE RATING INDICATOR™
The Pressure Rating Indicator™ is a
feature which provides a snapshot of
your blood pressure classification based
on your measurements. This will let
you quickly know what your blood
pressure readings mean. Each segment
of the bar indicator corresponds to the
Seventh Report of the Joint National
Committee (JNC7) on Prevention,
Evaluation and Treatment of High
Blood Pressure from the National
Heart, Lung and Blood Institute - May
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blood pressure classification, please refer
to “Assessing High Blood Pressure” on
page E-13.
:The indicator displays a segment, based on the current measurement, corre-
sponding to the JNC7 Classification.
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


STAGE 2
HYPER-
TENSION
Pressure Rating Indicator™
STAGE 2 HYPERTENSION
STAGE 1 HYPERTENSION
PREHYPERTENSION
NORMAL
Example

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ABOUT MEMORY



Press the MEMORY button.1.
The newest data are displayed. Each time the MEMORY button is pressed,2. the memorized data is displayed. After the last reading is displayed, the dis-
play is turned off.
PRESS THE
MEMORY BUTTON
SYSTOLIC
DIASTOLIC
NUMBER OF
DATA AND
PULSE
(DISPLAYS ALTERNATELY)
Clearing the memory data
Press and hold the MEMORY button until the “M”(memory) mark blinks to
clear the stored data.

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USING THE MONITOR WITH AC ADAPTER
The UA-787W 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:
Gently insert the AC adapter plug into a 120V AC outlet.1.
Connect the AC adapter plug into the jack on the right side of the monitor.2.
Disconnecting the AC adapter from the monitor:
Turn the unit off by pressing the START button.1.
Disconnect the plug from the jack of the monitor quickly.2.
Gently remove the AC adapter from the outlet.3.
AC ADAPTER
JACK
PLUG

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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
What Is Blood Pressure?■
Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteies.
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
pressure. Walking can raise systolic pressure by 12 mmHg and diastolic pressure
by 5.5 mmHg. Sleeping can decrease systolic blood pressure by as much as 10
mmHg. Taking your blood pressure repeatedly without waiting an interval of 2 -
3 minutes between readings, or without raising your arm to allow blood to flow
back to the heart, can also affect it. In addition to these factors, beverages contain-
ing caffeine or alcohol, certain medications, emotional stress and even tight-fitting
clothes can make a difference in the readings.
What Causes Variations In Blood Pressure?■
An individual’s blood pressure varies greatly from day to day and season to sea-
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Normally, blood pressure rises during work or play and falls to its lowest levels
during sleep.
200
150
100
50
0
Arising
Start
Work
Telephone
Argument
Leave
Work
Sleep
Systolic
Diastolic
FLUCTUATION WITHIN A DAY

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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)
     
     
     
     



WHO Classification Table - for adultes outside of the U.S. (e.g.
Canada, Mexico)
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 consis-
tently 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 altering lifestyle and
minimizing stress, and by appropriate medication prescribed and monitored by
your doctor. The American Heart Association recommends the following lifestyle
suggestions to prevent or control hypertension:
Don’t smoke.●
Have regular physical checkups.●
Reduce salt and fat intake.●
Maintain proper weight.●
Monitor your blood pressure at periodic intervals.●
Exercise routinely.●
Why Measure Blood Pressure at Home?■
It is now well known that, for many individuals, blood pressure readings taken in
a doctor’s office or hospital setting might be elevated as a result of apprehension
and anxiety. This response is commonly called “white coat hypertension.” In any
case, self-measurement at home supplements your doctor’s readings and provides
a more accurate, complete blood pressure history. In addition, clinical studies
have shown that the detection and treatment of hypertension is improved when
patients both consult their physicians and monitor their own blood pressure at
home.