LifeWatch MCT 3L User manual
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Wear the sensor for the duration of prescribed time (except when
bathing or showering), even when you do not feel symptoms.
Dial 112 for emergencies
Attention: The LifeWatch MCT 3L is a diagnostic tool only and is not part
of an emergency service.
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Quick Start Guide
Electrode Placement
BDaily Use and Operation
CElectrode Replacement and Return
DTechnical Alarms
End of Service Date: If not provided here, call
LifeWatch at 0850.433.25.88
Monitor
LifeWatch Mobile Cardiac Telemetry 3 Lead (MCT 3L)
A
Sensor with Wires Electrodes
INTERNATIONAL
PART D: Technical Alarms
Monitor Battery
Select “OK” and charge the monitor.
Sensor Battery
Replace sensor battery and select “OK” to continue.
Note: The sensor alerts its low battery status with one long
beep, then a short beep from the sensor.
Sensor Connection
Restart the Monitor. If this does not resolve the issue,
do one of the following:
• Make sure sensor and Monitor are within 50 cm of
each other. Select “OK” to continue.
• Change the sensor battery.
Illustrations included in this manual are general representations only and are not meant to comply with this specic regulatory requirement.
Please refer to the comprehensive Patient a User Guide for complete instructions and important warnings, cautions and for troubleshooting.
SUP581 Rev A CR 16-458
Have all items needed to start the service close by
Prepare the skin
1. Using scissors, remove any excess hair in the areas where the electrodes
are to be placed - see diagram below.
2. Wash the skin of the electrode sites on your chest and abdomen with
warm water and mild soap. Thoroughly rinse away any soap residue with
clean water.
3. Make sure skin is completely dry before proceeding.
Avoid the use of lotions, creams, or alcohol wipes at the electrode sites prior
to and during the use of electrodes to prevent skin irritation.
PART A: Electrode Application and Service Initiation
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• Electrodes • Sensor • Monitor
The circle outside of each electrode indicates you may move each
electrode by one inch above, down, left or right of the default position.
Left SideRight Side
Black
Electrode
Red
Electrode
Green
Electrode
White
Electrode
Middle of
armpit
Patients with known sensitivity to adhesives, nickel, metal, and/or have
sensitive skin, contact the LifeWatch Client Care Center at 0850.433.25.88
and you will be sent new electrodes.
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PART C: Electrode Replacement and Device Return
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Peel electrodes from your skin and discard
• To minimize skin irritation during electrode removal, slowly and gently
lift the electrode by using the peel tab.
Note: You may remove the electrodes in the shower by using a wet, warm
washcloth. If you remove the electrodes in the shower, please remove lead
wires beforehand.
2
Clean your skin
• Gently clean away excess adhesive or dead skin between electrode
changes using a wet, warm washcloth.
• Allow skin to thoroughly dry.
How to Return MCT 3L Box to LifeWatch at End of Service
1. Place ALL MCT 3L components into the original box.
2. Place the entire box into the provided envelope.
3. Drop o envelope for its return to LifeWatch.
When to replace electrodes
Electrodes need to be replaced every 5th day, or earlier if an electrode
is loose. If an electrode is loose, you have the option to replace all of the
electrodes at that time, or replace each of them as necessary.
• Disconnect lead wires from the electrodes and discard the electrodes.
Minor skin irritation can occur. If irritation worsens or becomes severe,
contact LifeWatch at 0850.433.25.88 to obtain an alternate type of electrode.
Contact your physician in regards to treating irritation and to consult about
replacing the electrode to a location on non-irritated skin.
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Apply new electrodes
• Follow steps 2 through 4 in Part A: Electrode Placement and
Service Initiation (pgs. 1-2)
Note: Physiological conditions may aect the Monitor from detecting
electrode connectivity, i.e. very dry or oily skin or immediately after attaching
the electrodes. If the condition persists, contact the Client Care Center at
0850.433.25.88
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Attach sensor wires to electrodes
1. Remove four electrodes from the electrode pouch.
2. Fold over the open end of the pouch to protect the unused electrodes
from drying out.
Note: Electrodes should be stored at room temperature.
3. Snap an electrode onto each of the
four lead wires that are attached to
the sensor.
4. Using the peel tab, peel each electrode
from the backing and discard the backing.
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Place electrodes on your body
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1. Place each color coded electrode on healthy, non-irritated skin according
to the diagram on the previous page (pg.1).
Do not apply electrodes to skin that has an open cut or is already irritated.
If skin is cut or irritated, apply the electrode in close proximity to the required
location on clean, non-irritated skin.
2. Apply each electrode by gently pressing down on the center and moving
toward the edge in a circular motion to assure rm attachment to the
skin.
Place the white lead wire with electrode 3 ngers width below the
midpoint of the collarbone.
Place the red lead wire with electrode above your last rib on the left side
aligned with the midpoint of the collarbone.
Place the black lead wire with electrode on your left side, about 4-5 inches
horizontally to the left of the red electrode, in line with the center of your
armpit.
Place the green lead wire with electrode on the left side of the abdomen.
Note: If necessary, lift the left breast to get the proper electrode placement
of the red and black electrodes.
How to record a Manual Event
You can record a manual event if you experience dizziness, chest pain, or
other symptom(s).
Initiate recording with sensor or Monitor.
Monitor Layout
Press the sensor side buttons simultaneously and release
the buttons when there is a beep.
OR
Select “Record Event” at the bottom of Monitor homescreen.
Select “Yes” to send recording, or “No” to cancel.
Choose your symptoms and activities on Monitor Screen
1. Choose the symptom(s) you felt, or select “No Symptoms”.
2. Select “Next” at the bottom of the screen.
3. Choose the activity you were engaged in.
4. Select “Send” to send the manual event.
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On/O Button
Monitor Charge Port
Battery Indicator shows the level of battery
charge and if the Monitor is in charge mode.
Emergency Call Button
(call can be canceled within 10 sec.)
Icon alerts may appear on Monitor homescreen.
Alerts will disappear once issue has been resolved.
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PART B: Daily Use and Operation
Turn on Monitor
Hold down the power button for 3 seconds.
Insert new battery into sensor
1. Place the sensor within 50 cm
from the Monitor. Remove a new
battery from the bag.
2. Hold the sensor with the battery
compartment facing up. Press the
orange button on the upper part of
the sensor to release the battery
compartment cover.
3. Insert a new battery, paying careful
attention to the battery polarity marks
inside the battery compartment
(plus sign on the neck strap side,
minus sign on the sensor lead wire side).
4. Gently push the battery cover down until you hear a click indicating the
battery cover is closed. It may take up to 5 minutes for the celluar phone
to display the default recording.
Note: The sensor should beep once within 10 seconds when the battery is
properly installed.
Call 0850.433.25.88 to continue.
A LifeWatch client care representative will carefully walk you
through each step of the process to get you started.
STOP
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Continuous Heart Monitoring
The sensor continuously records your heart rhythm, which is transmitted
to the Monitor for analysis. Any irregular rhythm is immediately sent to a
LifeWatch clinical technician for review.
DO
• Keep the Monitor within 3 meters of the worn sensor.
• Check electrodes daily by pulling gently to ensure adhesive is rmly
attached to your skin.
• Replace electrodes every 5 days.
• Change the sensor battery every 4-5 days.
• Charge the Monitor every night and during the day whenever you have a
chance, regardless of its battery indicator.
• Carry the Monitor charger with you when leaving your house for an
extended amount of time.
DO NOT
• Bathe or swim with any box components. Only electrodes may be worn
in the shower.
• Use Monitor for outbound calls, except for emergency 112 calls.
WARNING
• CANNOT be worn during an MRI.
Note: The sensor can be worn around your neck using the black neck strap
provided.
