LifeSource UB-328 Manual

AUTOMATIC WRIST
Blood Pressure Monitor
Trilingual Instruction Guide – MODEL UB-328
English • Français • Español

Please read this important information before using your monitor.
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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.
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Have your physician review your procedure for using this device. He or
she will want to verify blood pressure measurements before prescribing or
adjusting medications.
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Consult your physician if you have any doubt about your readings. Should
a mechanical problem occur, contact A&D Medical.
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Make sure to use the correct cuff size when measuring your blood
pressure.
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Do not attempt to service, calibrate, or repair this monitor.
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Because your UB-328 monitor contains delicate, high-precision parts,
avoid exposing it to extremes in temperature or humidity or to direct
sunlight, shock and dust. A&D Medical guarantees the accuracy of this
monitor only when it is stored and used within the temperature and
humidity ranges noted on page E-15.
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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.
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Remove and replace batteries if monitor is not used for more than
six months. Alkaline batteries recommended.
PRECAUTIONS
The UB-328 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 INFORMATION ✓

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 untreated hypertension.
A&D Medical has been manufacturing high quality
healthcare products for over 20 years. We are committed to
providing you and your family with monitoring devices that
provide the utmost in accuracy and convenience.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
?WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-2
MONITOR COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3
HOW UB-328 WORKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4
BEFORE YOU START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4
TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . E-5 — E-6
WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT . . . . . . . . .E-7
ABOUT AVERAGE READING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-7
ABOUT MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-8
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . E-9 — E-13
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-14
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-15
CONTACT INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-16
FRENCH INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-1
SPANISH INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S-1

?WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN
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Disp ay
Symbo
Battery Low
Recommended
Action
Measurement is in
progress, remain as still
as possible.
Take measurement again
and consult with your
physician.
Replace all batteries with
new ones. Alkaline
batteries recommended.
Check cuff to ensure fit
and fastening is correct,
and measure again.
Try the measurement
again. Remain very still
during the measurement.
Fasten the cuff correctly,
and try the measurement
again.
Refasten the cuff and
retake measurement.
Condition/Cause
The symbol shown
while measurement is
in progress. It blinks
while detecting the
pulse.
An irregular heartbeat
or body movement may
have occurred. Refer to
page E-7 for more
information on irregular
heartbeats.
Previous measurement
stored in MEMORY.
Appears when battery
voltage is insufficient
for device to function.
The systolic and
diastolic values are
within 10 mmHg of
each other.
Unstable blood pressure
due to excessive body
movement.
The cuff is not fastened
correctly.
The pulse is not
detected correctly.
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Pulse Display Error

BATTERY HOLDER COVER
START BUTTON
CUFF
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MONITOR COMPONENTS
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SYSTOLIC
PRESSURE
DIASTOLIC
PRESSURE
PULSE RATE
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MEMORY BUTTON
CASE

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The UB-328 provides accurate readings on wrists with a circumference between
5.3 and 7.7" (13.5 and 19.5 cm).
The unit requires two "AAA" (1.5 volt) batteries to operate (alkaline batteries
recommended). To install batteries (or to replace when "Low Battery" symbol
appears), proceed as follows:
1. Slide the battery cover as shown to remove
from the device
2. Insert batteries into designated areas ensuring
a correct match with positive (+) and negative
(-) terminals.
3. Return battery cover by sliding back on to
monitoring device.
NOTE: Rechargeable batteries will not work
with this monitor.
HOW UB-328 WORKS
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BEFORE YOU START
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 artery is fully blocked. The inflation speed is
maximized and the pressure level is optimized by the device. The monitor takes
measurements while the cuff is both inflating and deflating. This results in a faster
measurement providing greater comfort to the user.
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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
Tips for Blood Pressure Monitoring:
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Relax for about 5 minutes before measurement.
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Do not smoke or ingest caffeine at least 30 minutes prior to
measurement.
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Remove constricting clothing and place cuff on bare wrist.
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Unless your physician recommends otherwise, use left wrist
to measure pressure.
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Do not talk during measurement.
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Do not cross legs and keep you feet flat on floor during measurement.
Now you are ready. Follow these simple steps:
1. Sit comfortably in a chair near a flat surface.
2. With palm facing upward, attach monitor to left wrist
and fasten securely. The top edge of the cuff should
align with the crease of your wrist.
3. Position your wrist so it is level with your heart, using
an arm rest if needed. Positioning of the wrist at heart
level is critical for accurate measurement.
NOTE: To stop in lation at any time, press START
4. Press START button. All symbols will briefly appear,
and the cuff will begin to inflate. It is normal for cuff to
feel very tight.
5. Remain still and refrain from talking or moving during reading.
NOTE: I a reading is not correctly detected, the device will start to
automatically re-in late.
Monitor at
heart level
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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
6. After the cuff is fully inflated, it will automatically start to deflate and ❤
symbol will appear to indicate that measurement is in progress. Once the
pulse is detected, the symbol will flash with each pulse beat.
7. When measurement is complete, the systolic and
diastolic pressure and pulse rate readings are
displayed. The cuff will automatically deflate
completely, expelling all remaining air.
8. Press START button once to turn off power. The
device has an automatic power-down feature which
turns off power automatically one minute after
measurement is obtained.
9. Remove monitor and make a note of your blood pressure and pulse rate on
the chart in the back of the manual, indicating date and time of measurement.
Additional logbook charts can be downloaded and printed for free at
www.LifeSourceOnline.com or in Canada, www.autocontrol.com.
We advise that you record the date and time after each measurement because an
accurate blood pressure history relies not on single or sporadic readings but on a
pattern over time.
NOTE: Allow at least 5 minutes between measurements on the same
person.
NOTE: I you have poor blood circulation in winter (especially when your
hands and wrists are cold), you may not get a blood pressure measurement.
SYSTOLIC
DIASTOLIC
PULSE
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WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT
The UB-328 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 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.
NOTE: We recommend contacting your physician i you see this
symbol requently.
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ABOUT AVERAGE READING
The UB-328 provides an average blood pressure reading based
on the total measurements stored in memory. Press and release
the Memory button to see the average blood pressure reading.
Average pulse rate readings are not provided by this monitor. The
average blood pressure reading will appear and the number of
measurements stored in memory appear for approximately five
seconds.
NUMBER OF MEASUREMENTS STORED
IN MEMORY
AVERAGE

ABOUT MEMORY
The UB-328 automatically stores up to 30 blood pressure and pulse
measurements 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". The M symbol in lower left corner of the display screen indicates that
you are viewing a previous measurement stored in memory.
To retrieve readings, follow these simple steps:
1. When the display screen is blank, press and release the
Memory button. You will see the average blood pressure
reading displayed. Press and release the Memory button
again. You will see the index number of the most recent
reading followed by the measurement.
2. If you want to retrieve other measurements in memory,
press and release the Memory button repeatedly until the
desired index number is reached (e.g. n03). The
measurement will then be displayed.
3. The display will shut off automatically a few seconds after
the readings are displayed.
To clear the measurement history from memory, remove the
batteries from the unit and then place the batteries back into the
battery holder.
NOTE: I there are no measurements stored in memory,
you will see 0s displayed vertically ollowed by a blinking "A00".
NOTE: Stored measurements will be lost i batteries become low or are
removed.
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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
What Is B ood 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 B ood 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 5
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 containing caffeine or alcohol, certain
medications, emotional stress and even tight-fitting clothes can make a difference
in the readings.
What Causes Variations In B ood Pressure?
An individual’s blood pressure varies greatly from day to day and season to season.
For hypersensitive individuals, these variations are even more pronounced.
Normally, blood pressure rises during work or play and falls to its lowest levels
during sleep.

Assessing High B ood Pressure for Adu ts
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 C assification Tab e – for adu ts within the U.S
BP C assification Systo ic (mmHg) Diasto ic (mmHg)
Normal less than 120 and less than 80
Prehypertension 120-139 or 80-89
Stage 1 Hypertension 140-159 or 90-99
Stage 2 Hypertension 160 or 100
SOURCE: The Seventh Report o the Joint National Committee on
Prevention, Evaluation and Treatment o High Blood Pressure or Adults.
National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute - May 2003.
WHO C assification Tab e – for adu ts outside of the U.S.
(e.g. Canada, Mexico)
BP C assification Systo ic (mmHg) Diasto ic (mmHg)
Optimal less than 120 and less than 80
Normal less than 130 or less than 85
High-Normal 130-139 or 85-89
Stage 1 Hypertension 140-159 or 90-99
Stage 2 Hypertension 160-179 or 100-109
Stage 3 Hypertension 180 or 110
SOURCE: Standards to assess high blood pressure, without regard to age
or gender, have been established by the World Health Organization (WHO).
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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
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ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
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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 Contro ed?
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 regu ar
Reduce sa t and fat intake. physica checkups.
Maintain proper weight. Monitor your b ood
Exercise routine y. pressure at periodic
interva s.
Why Measure B ood 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.

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. This response is known as white
coat hypertension.
When I bring my monitor to a doctor’s office, why do I get a different
measurement from my monitor to that taken by a doctor or nurse?
The healthcare professional may be using a different sized cuff. The size of the
bladder inside the cuff is critical for the accuracy of the measurement. This may
give you a different reading. A cuff 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. There may also be other factors that can
cause the difference in measurements.
Keys to Successfu Monitoring:
Blood pressure fluctuates throughout the day. We recommend that you are
consistent in your daily measurement routine:
• Measure at the same time every day.
• Sit in the same chair/position.
• Do not cross legs and keep your feet flat on the floor.
• Relax for 5 minutes before measurement.
• Use the correct cuff size to get an accurate reading.
• Sit still during measurement – no talking, eating or sudden movements.
• Record your measurement in a logbook.
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
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Estab ishing Base ine 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
measurements that you can use to compare against future readings. To build this
baseline measurement, devote two weeks for consistent blood pressure
monitoring. This involves doing everything the same way when you measure (e.g.
measuring during the same time of day, in the same location, sitting in the same
chair, using the same cuff, etc.). Once you establish your baseline measurement,
you can start evaluating if your measurement has been affected based on things
lifestyle changes or medication treatment.
How Do I Record My B ood Pressure?
Blood pressure readings are typically recorded with the systolic pressure written
first, followed by a slash mark and the diastolic pressure. For example, 120
mmHg systolic and 80 mmHg diastolic measurements are written as 120/80.
Pulse is simply written with the letter “P” followed by the pulse rate—P 72, for
example. Please see the back of the manual for the blood pressure tracking record.
Customer Support Too s On ine
Additional tools are available on www.LifeSourceOnline.com (in Canada -
www.autocontrol.com) to help you get the most out of your blood pressure
monitoring. These include:
• Large Print Instruction Manuals
• Animated Operating Instructions for select models
• Additional Logbook Sheets

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Corrective action
Replace all batteries with new ones.
Alkaline batteries recommended.
Reinstall the batteries with negative
and positive terminals matching
those indicated in the battery
compartment.
Replace all batteries with new ones.
Alkaline batteries recommended.
Fasten the cuff correctly.
Make sure you remain very still and
quiet during the measurement.
Sit comfortably and still. Make sure
the cuff is at the same level as your
heart.
Relax five minutes before each
measurement.
See Pg. E-12 "Answers to Why Your
Readings Are Different Between
Home and the Doctor’s Office."
See Pg. E-11 "Why Measure Blood
Pressure at Home."
Probable cause
Batteries are drained.
Battery terminals are not
in the correct position.
Battery voltage is too low.
Low battery symbol
blinks. [If the batteries are
drained completely, the
mark does not appear.]
The cuff is not fastened
properly.
You moved your arm or
body during the
measurement.
The cuff position is not
correct.
Taking too many readings
on the same arm in a
short period of time.
The healthcare profes-
sional may be using a
different sized cuff.
Your measurements may
be elevated by white coat
hypertension.
Problem
Nothing appears in
the display, even
when the power is
turned on.
The cuff does not
inflate.
The unit does not
measure. Readings
are too high or too
low.
The value is
different from that
measured at a clinic
or doctor’s office.
NOTE: I the actions described above do not solve the problem, call
1-888-726-9966 (In Canada - 1-800-461-0991). Do not attempt to repair
the device yoursel .
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SPECIFICATIONS
Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UB-328
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oscillometric
Disp ay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Digital, 10/7-mm character height,
Pressure/pulse displayed
simultaneously
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 readings
Measurement range . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pressure: 20 mmHg to 280 mmHg
Pulse: 40 pulses to 200 pulses/minute
Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pressure: +3 mmHg or +2%,
whichever is greater, Pulse: +5%
Pressurization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic, using micropump
Depressurization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Constant air release-valve system
Power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 type AAA (1.5 volt) alkaline
batteries (not included)
Battery ife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approximately 400 measurements
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . 50ºF to 104ºF (10ºC to 40ºC)
Less than 95% relative humidity
Storage environment . . . . . . . . . . . . 14ºF to 140ºF (-10ºC to 60ºC)
Less than 95% relative humidity
Wrist Circumference Range . . . . . . 5.3 – 7.7" (13.5 – 19.5 cm),
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Length: 3.1" (79 mm), Width: 2.9"
(73 mm), Height: 2.3" (58 mm),
Dimensions with case . . . . . . . . . . . Length: 4.0" (102 mm), Width: 3.0"
(76 mm), Height: 3.3" (83 mm),
approximately
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2 oz. (120 g) without batteries
B ood pressure measurements determined by the UB-328 are
equiva ent to those obtained by a trained observer using the
cuff/stethoscope auscu tation method within the imits prescribed
by the American Nationa Standards Institute for e ectronic or
automated sphygmomanometers.

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:
Digita B ood Pressure Monitors
Manua B ood Pressure Kits
B ood Pressure Cuffs
Stethoscopes
Persona Hea th Sca es
Nebu izers
Digita Thermometers
This LifeSource b ood pressure product is covered by a
Lifetime Warranty. See warranty card for detai s.
For more information regarding use, care or servicing of your blood pressure
monitor, contact:
Visit our web site at www.LifeSourceOn ine.com
for warranty registration.
A&D Medical
A division of A&D Engineering, Inc.
1555 McCandless Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035
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1-888-726-9966
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For Canadian Residents, please contact:
Auto Control Medical
6695 Millcreek Drive, Unit 5
Mississauga, Ontario
L5N 5R8 Canada
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A division of A&D Engineering, Inc.
1555 McCandless Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035
www.LifeSourceOnline.com
Pressure Rating Indicator is a trademark and LifeSource is a registered trademark of
A&D Medical. Pressure Rating Indicator is patent pending.
©2005 A&D Medical. All rights reserved.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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A specia y trained representative wi assist you.