A&D UA-774 User Manual

Dual Memory Auto-Inflate

Blood Pressure Monitor

Instruction Guide – UA-774

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Please read this important information before using 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.

☞ 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.

☞ Consult your physician if you have any doubt about your

readings. Should a mechanical problem occur, contact A&D Medical.

☞ Do not attempt to service, calibrate, or repair this device. ☞ Because your UA-774 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 device only when it is stored and used within the temperature and humidity ranges noted on page E-17.

☞ 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

PRECAUTIONS

The UA-774 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. It is not designed for

ambulatory use.

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.

LifeSource Health Line (Toll-Free): 1-888-726-9966

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2

MONITOR COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-3

HOW UA-774 WORKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4

BEFORE YOU START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4

SELECTING THE CORRECT CUFF SIZE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-5

TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-6 — E-8

ABOUT AVERAGE READING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-9

ABOUT MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-9

WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-10

ABOUT PRESSURE INDICATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-10

USING THE MONITOR WITH AC ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . .E-11

ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-12 — E-14

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BLOOD PRESSURE RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-15

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-16

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-17

CONTACT INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-18

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WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN

Display Symbol

Battery Full

Battery Low

Condition/Cause

The indicator while measurement is in progress. It blinks while detecting the pulse.

An irregular heartbeat or body movement may have occurred. Refer to page E-10 for more information on irregular heartbeats.

Previous measurement stored in MEMORY.

The battery power indicator during measurement.

The batteries are low when it blinks.

Unstable blood pressure due to excessive body movement.

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 when the indicator blinks.

Try the measurement again. Remain very still during the measurement.

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PUL. DISPLAY ERROR

The systolic and diastolic values are within 10 mmHg of each other.

The pressure value did not increase during inflation.

The cuff is not fastened correctly.

The pulse is not detected correctly.

Pressure Indicator

LifeSource Health Line (Toll-Free): 1-888-726-9966

Fasten the cuff correctly, and try the measurement again.

Check for air leaks along the tube and around the air socket.

Refasten the cuff and retake measurement

Try the measurement again. Remain very still during the measurement.

Measurement is in progress, remain as still as possible.

SYSTOLIC DISPLAY

DIASTOLIC DISPLAY

AIR CONNECTOR

AIR SOCKET

CUFF

MONITOR COMPONENTS

AC ADAPTER JACK

PULSE DISPLAY

START BUTTONS

BATTERY COMPARTMENT

TUBE

In Canada (Toll-Free): 1-800-463-5414

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HOW UA-774 WORKS

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.

BEFORE YOU START

You must install 4 type AA (1.5 volt) batteries, 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:

1. Remove battery compartment cover by

gently pushing down on arrow and sliding cover forward.

2. Put in top row of batteries first. Place the

batteries in compartment with positive (+) and negative (–) terminals matching those indicated in the compartment. Be sure batteries make contact with compartment terminals.

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3. Replace cover by sliding it into the compartment and gently

pressing into place.

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LifeSource Health Line (Toll-Free): 1-888-726-9966

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