Microlife PF 100 User manual

IB PF100(PF200) EN 2519
Follow Instructions for Use. This document provides important product
operation and safety information regarding this Peak Flow Meter. Please
read this document thoroughly before using the device and keep for future
reference.
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Microlife PF100(PF200)
EN Electronic Asthma Monitor
Instruction Manual (1-14)

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Electronic Asthma Monitor
Instruction Manual
Important Safety Instructions
Type BF applied part
Batteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in accordance with
the locally applicable regulations, not with domestic waste.
Ensure that children do not use the device unsupervised; some parts are
small enough to be swallowed. Be aware of the risk of strangulation in
case this device is supplied with cables or tubes.
Keep dry

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Your Microlife Asthma Monitor
3. Preparation for your first measurement
3.1. Inserting the Batteries
3.2. Setting Date and Time
4. Carrying out a Measurement
5. Important Information for Measurement and Control of your Peak Flow
Values
6. Self-Assessment with the Traffic Light Scheme
7. Cleaning and Disinfecting
7.1. Cleaning / Disinfecting the Mouthpiece
7.2. Cleaning / Disinfecting the Measuring Tube
7.3. Cleaning the Main Unit
8. Memory Handling
9. Analysing Data using Computer Interface
10. Messages / Malfunctions / Errors
11. Battery Replacement
12. Care and Safety Information
13. Guarantee
14. Technical Specifications
15. www.microlife.com
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1. Introduction
Your new Microlife Monitor is a high quality medical device that measures your
maximum possible exhalation which is called «peak flow» (referred to in medical
terms as PEF - Peak Expiratory Flow).
Regular monitoring of your peak flow is extremely useful for controlling diseases
of the airways such as asthma or chronic bronchitis. After the peak flow result is
shown, a further value (for FEV1) will then be indicated. This value is also of interest
for your doctor.
The measurements can be performed on your own, because the Microlife Monitor
is very simple to use. It is as suitable for children in the pre-school age as for the
elderly.
Because the device has an automatic memory of 240 data entries, you do not need
to note the values down; simply take the device with you the next time you visit
your doctor. The device can be connected to a computer, and the values can be
analysed by using the Microlife Asthma analyser software program. Alternatively,
the values can be printed out with the small Microlife Diagnostic Printer (optional
accessory).
Read through this instruction manual carefully before using the device and then
keep it in a safe place.
2. Your Microlife Asthma Monitor
The illustration shows the Microlife Asthma Monitor
3. Preparation for your first Measurement
Before your first use we recommend that you disinfect the mouthpiece as explained
in this manual.
Memory Scroll
Battery
Compartment
Mouth Piece
On/Off
Display
Data
Compartment
Measuring Tube

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3.1. Inserting the Batteries
1. Please open the Battery Compartment from
underneath and insert the two batteries (1.5V,
size AAA).
2. Please watch the polarity as indicated by the
symbols in the compartment.
3.2. Setting Date and Time
The monitor automatically records the time and
date of each measurement. After new batteries
have been inserted, the time/date display shows
the following setting: year: 2002; day 01, month 01
and time 00:00 o’clock.
You must then re-enter the date and current time.
To do this, proceed as follows (Example: Entering
15th June 2002, 09:50 o’clock):
1. Please open the Data Compartment from
underneath at the position of the data symbol
indication.
2. Press the small time switch next to the clock
symbol with a pen and «2002» starts blinking;
release the switch.
3. Using the two arrow keys on the front of
the monitor you can decrease (left arrow button)
or increase (right arrow button) the number.
Release the arrow button when the correct
number is reached.

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4. Press the time switch again to confirm the
year setting and move to the month setting.
The month digits blink.
5. The current month can now be entered by
pressing the arrow button. (Example: pressing
5 times the right arrow button advances to 06
for June)
6. Press the time switch again to confirm the
month setting and move to the day setting.
The day digits blink.
7. The current day can now be entered by
pressing the arrow button. (Example: pressing
14 times the right arrow button advances to
15 for 15th June)
8. Press the time switch again to confirm the
day setting and move to the hour setting. The
hour digits blink.
9. The current hour can now be entered by the
arrow button. (Example: pressing 9 times the
right arrow button moves to 09 for 09 o’clock)
10. Press the time switch again to confirm the
hour setting and move to the minute setting.
The minute digits will now blink.
11. The current minutes can now be entered by
pressing the arrow button. (Example: pressing
9 times on the left arrow button moves to 50
for 09:50 o’clock).
12. Press the time switch again to confirm all
settings. Date and time are now stored, the
clock starts running and the monitor switches
to «ready» state condition which enable your
first measurement.
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Please note:
• If you hold down the arrow key for more than 2 seconds it speeds up.
• Date /time can also be set easily from computer when you run the Microlife
Asthma Analyser Software.
4. Carrying out a Measurement
• When different people use this meter their individual readings cannot
be assigned to different users when the data is stored.
• If time/date is not set, measurements can not be performed.
•If another person intends to use the device permanently, all data from the
previous user should be erased as explained in this manual.
•In case another user has already used the monitor, we recommend disinfecting
the measuring tube as explained in this manual. In this case we also
recommend that each user uses a new mouthpiece. Extra mouthpieces can be
ordered through your Microlife dealer.
1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the monitor
on. At first, the last result of the memory is
shown («0» if there are not yet data) and then
the device indicates «READY» for a measure-
ment by two short beeps and blinking arrows.
2. You can perform the measurement while
standing or sitting upright. For better compa-
rison of your data you should always perform
the measurement in a similar position.
3. Hold the monitor with both hands on the two
rubber areas (compartments).
4. Inhale completely and hold your breath for a
moment.
5. Cover the mouthpiece tightly with your lips.
6. Blow into the measuring tube as hard and as
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7. A long beep confirms that the result
is recorded. The peak flow value
is displayed for about 3 seconds,
then the FEV1is shown. Afterwards
the monitor is ready for a new
measurement which is indicated by
two short beeps.
8. It is recommended to perform three
or more measurements sequentially. Please
note that the monitor only saves the highest
reading from switching the device on until
switching it off.
9. After each measurement, at first the actual
reading is shown in the display and then it
switches automatically to the highest reading
of your current measurement session.
10. Press the ON/OFF button to switch the
monitor off. Before the monitor switches off,
the highest value and its related memory
position «MR xx» is displayed.
11. Store the monitor in a clean and dust free place.
Traffic light indicator on the device
After the measurement, a small arrow in the display will indicate if the reading is in
the green, yellow or red range.
500 l/min is defined as reference value.
If a reading is above 80% (> 400 l/min) of the reference value, it will be indicated
in the green range. A reading in the yellow range indicates a reading between 60%
and 80% (300 l/min - 400 l/min) of the reference value. A reading in the red range
indicates a reading below 60% (< 300 l/min) of the reference value.
It would be best to determine the area limits together with your physician and when
required these ranges can be set manually within the software.
5. Important Information for Measurement and Control of your values
•It is necessary to keep regular control of your peak flow values. Doctors generally

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recommend taking one measurement in the morning and one in the evening, every
day, normally before inhaling your prescribed medication. Carry out additional
measurements whenever you feel unwell or perceive shortness of breath.
•Your doctor is only interested in the highest peak flow value that you can
achieve during a measurement session. Please repeat the measurements until
you feel you have got the best possible result for the moment. Take care to
have sufficient relaxation between measurements. In case of poorer results at
each successive measurement session talk to your doctor. It may be a sign of
instable asthma.
• Please note that asthma attacks are indicated in advance by low peak
flow values before you feel it! Please contact your doctor in cases
such as these. Also do so if you have signs and symptoms such as
chest tightness, shortness of breath coughing or wheezing.
•Self-measurement means control, not diagnosis or treatment. In any
event, please be sure to discuss your measured values with your
doctor. Your doctor will also explain which values are normal for you.
•You should never alter the dosages of any medication without talking to your
doctor.
•Please note that the device stores up to 240 measured values with date and time.
When the memory is full, the oldest values are automatically erased!
Make sure you visit your doctor in time to analyse your data.
•Please confirm that date and time settings are always actual.
•The performance of the monitor can be affected by extremes of temperature
and humidity. Please refer to «technical specifications» for details.
6. Self-Assessment with the Traffic Light Scheme
The so-called «traffic light scheme» allows you to self-assess your measured values
and the course of your illness. This leads to an independent assessment of your
illness symptoms with adjustment of your medication. If you or your physician wish
to make use of this scheme, an asthma control card is enclosed with the device, on
which a green, a yellow, and a red area are marked. The area limits should best be
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Significance of the Traffic Light Scheme
Green area - OK
The lung disease is well under control. A higher medication dosage is not required.
Yellow area - Caution
Should your measured values frequently be located in this area, increase your
medication dosage as discussed with your physician.
Red area - Danger
It is dangerous if your measured values are in this area! Act as discussed with your
physician or seek emergency medical treatment.
7. Cleaning and Disinfection
7.1. Cleaning / Disinfecting the Mouthpiece
We recommend disinfecting the mouthpiece
before your first use and at least once a week
using the following procedure:
1. Disconnect the mouthpiece from the
measuring tube and put it for at least
10 minutes into continuously boiling water.
2. Afterwards, put the mouthpiece on a fresh
paper towel and let it air dry.
3. Reassemble the mouthpiece on the measuring
tube.
•Alternatively, you can disinfect the mouthpiece by putting it into commonly
available disinfecting solutions. Please carefully follow the instructions for the
disinfecting solution! Make sure that it is suitable for a mouthpiece.
7.2. Cleaning / Disinfecting the Measuring Tube
•The performance of the monitor can be affected
by spitting or coughing into the measuring tube.
In this case please rinse the tube with distilled
water (available at a pharmacy or drugstore).
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1. Disconnect the measuring tube from the main
unit by moving it in a forward direction.
2. Disconnect the mouthpiece from the
measuring tube.
3. Rinse the tube in distilled water, afterwards
please shake off the water and put it on a
fresh paper towel for complete drying.
• In case another user has already used the
monitor the measuring tube should be
disinfected:
1. Disconnect the tube as explained above and
put it into a commonly available disinfecting
solution. Please carefully follow the
instructions for the disinfecting solution!
2. Never put the measuring tube into boiling
water!
3. Reconnect the mouthpiece to the measuring
tube and reassemble it back to the main unit
as shown. Make sure that the tube finally
«clicks» into the fixed position.
4. Please make sure that the mea-
surement tube and the device stay
together by confirming that the
identification on tube and device is
the same.
7.3. Cleaning the Main Unit
Clean the main unit once a day with a clean,
damp cloth. Never put the main unit into
water!
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8. Memory Handling
The 240 measuring data can be reviewed on the display:
1. Switch the monitor on and press the memory
scroll buttons.
2. By pressing the «<» button, you can see the
latest value stored in the memory with date and
time; pressing this button once at a time shows
all stored data. If you keep pressing the button
you can move quickly through the memory.
3. The «>» button works in the opposite
direction.
• Memory Capacity Low
When the memory covers 230 or more
data, «MR XX» is blinks after the monitor is
switched on to indicate that the remaining
memory capacity is low.
• Memory Full
When the memory is full with 240 data,
the monitor gives a warning «beep»
when switching on and «MR 240»
is blinks. From now on, data is still
memorised but the oldest values are
automatically erased!
• Memory Clear
Please note: the memory is automatically cleared after data transfer
to computer.
Clearing all data from the memory manually should be done when you intend to
give the monitor to another person. To clear all data press the «<» and the
«>» buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds, and then release the buttons. «clr»
starts blinking in the display for about 3 seconds. If you really want to erase all
data from memory you need to press the ON/OFF button during these seconds.
Otherwise the monitor moves back to normal operation and the data remains.
• Clear the last measurement
You can erase the last memory reading by pressing both memory scroll buttons
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the screen for 3 seconds. To erase the last reading you need to press both
buttons again while the screen is flashing.
9. Analyse Data by Computer
The monitor can be connected via a USB connection port with a computer and all
memory data can be analysed by the Microlife Asthma Monitor software program.
Please contact your Microlife dealer.
10. Messages / Malfunctions / Errors
If an error occurs one of the following listed error codes is displayed.
Other possible malfunctions
If problems occur when using the device, the following points should be checked:
If you have any questions regarding the use of this device, please ask your dealer
or pharmacist for the Microlife Service representative in your country. The Microlife
service team will be happy to help you.
11.Battery Replacement
When the battery low symbol appears in the display, the device is blocked until the
batteries have been replaced.
Message Cause Remedy
Er2 Data communication between device
and printer does not work.
Check the cable connection
between device and printer.
no There is no data stored in the Monitor.
Hi The result is higher than 900 ml/min. This is a very good result.
Malfunction Remedy
The display remains empty. 1. Check the polarity of the batteries (+/-).
Batteries have been
installed.
2. If the display is erratic orunusual, remove the
batteries and re-install new batteries.
The instrument frequently
fails to measure or the
values measured are
wrong.
1. Ensure that the measuring tube is connected correctly.
2. Check if when blowing into the tube, the wing wheel
is rotating. Any objects, dust liquids or mucous may
interfere the rotation of the wing wheel. In this case
clean the tube as explained.
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Please use 1.5 V «Long-Life» or «Alkaline» batteries, size «AAA». The use of 1.2 V
Accumulator batteries is NOT recommended. If the monitor is left unused for longer
periods, please remove the batteries.
Please note that during battery exchange the data stored in the memory of the
monitor is well protected and will NOT be lost.
After battery change (or when the unit has been disconnected from any
power supply) time/date needs to be entered, again! Otherwise data can
not be memorised.
12.Care and Safety Information
•Do not expose the device to extreme
temperatures, humidity, dust or direct sunlight.
•Clean the device with a soft, dry cloth. Do not
use gasoline, thinners or similar solvents. The
measuring tube should not be washed in a
dishwasher!
•Do not drop the instrument or treat it roughly
in any way. Avoid strong vibrations.
•Never attempt to repair the instrument
yourself. Any unauthorised opening of the
instrument invalidates all guarantee claims!
• If the device received any knocks (dropping),
you will recognise any malfunction or
damages or you receive surprising results, it
should be checked by the Microlife service
representative in your country.
• Do not use this device if you think it is damaged or notice anything unusual.
• The function of this device may be compromised when used close to strong
electromagnetic fields such as mobile phones or radio installations and we
recommend a distance of at least 1 m. In cases where you suspect this to be
unavoidable, please verify if the device is working properly before use.
13. Guarantee
This device is guaranteed for 2 years from date of purchase. This guarantee
includes the main unit and the measuring tube. The guarantee does not apply to
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damage caused by improper handling, damage from leaking batteries, accidents, not
following the operating instructions or alterations made to the instrument by third
parties. The guarantee is only valid upon presentation of the purchase receipt or
guarantee card filled out by the dealer.
Name and company address of the responsible dealer:
14.Technical Specification
Technical modifications reserved!
15.www.microlife.com
Detailed user information about our products and services can be found at
www.microlife.com
Measuring range: PEF from 50 - 900 l/min
FEV1from 0.01 - 9.99 litres
Measuring method: Rotating wing wheel
Accuracy: PEF ± 20 l/min or 10% of the reading, whichever is greater.
FEV1± 0.1 l or ± 5% of the reading, whichever is greater.
Measuring resolution: PEF 1 l/min; FEV10.01 l
Data safety: data rememorised by EEPROM
Memory: 240 measurements with date/time
Size: 77 (W) x 144 (L) x 48 (H) mm
Weight: 150g (with batteries)
Storage conditions: -5 - +50 °C / 23 - 122 °F,
10 - 90% relative maximum humidity
Operation conditions: 10 - 40 °C / 50 - 104 °F,
10 - 85% relative maximum humidity
Power source: 2 batteries of 1.5 V, size AAA
Battery lifetime: approximately 1000 measurements
IP Class: IP20
Reference to standards:CE (EU Guidelines 93/42/EEC) EN60601-1,
EN60601-1-2 (EMC), EN ISO 23747, IEC60601-1-11,
ATS standard 1994 update
System requirements: Microsoft® Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 550 MHz CPU,
500 MB free hard disk, 256 MB RAM, 800 x 600 pixel
resolution, 256 colour, CD-ROM drive or internet access
for online download, one free USB port
Expected service life: 5 years or 10000 measurements