ADC Diagnostix 728, Diagnostix 700, Diagnostix 703, Diagnostix 720, Diagnostix 732 Use, Care & Maintenance
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General Warnings
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A warning statement in this manual identifies a condition or practice which,
if not corrected or discontinued immediately could lead to patient injury, illness, or death.
WARNING:
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Do not allow a blood pressure cuff to remain on patient for more than 10
minutes when inflated above 10 mmHg. This may cause patient distress,
disturb blood circulation, and contribute to the injury of peripheral nerves.
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WARNING:
If luer lock connectors are used in the construction of tubing, there is a
possibility that they might be inadvertently connected to intra-vascular fluid systems,
allowing air to be pumped into a blood vessel. Immediately consult a physician if this occurs.
WARNING: Safety and effectiveness with neonate cuff sizes 1 through 5 is not estab-
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lished.
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WARNING: If this equipment is modified, appropriate inspection and testing must be
conducted to ensure its continued safe use.
WARNING: Do not apply cuff to delicate or damaged skin. Check cuff site frequently
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for irritation.
WARNING: Only use the cuff when the range markings indicated on the cuff show
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that the proper cuff size is selected, otherwise erroneous readings may result.
WARNING: Allow space between patient and cuff. Two fingers should fit in
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this space if the cuff is correctly positioned.
WARNING: Do not apply cuff to limbs used for IV infusion.
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WARNING: Patient should remain still during measurement to avoid erroneous read-
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ings.
WARNING: When using with an infant or child cuff, extra care must be taken to pre-
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vent over-inflation. With smaller cuffs (infant or child) the cuff can inflate to over
300mmHg with just two full compressions of the bulb. To prevent discomfort or injury to
the patient and damage to the instrument, bulb should only be partially squeezed, so that
each “stroke” inflates the cuff in 40mmHg to 60mmHg increments until inflated to the desired level.
CAUTION:
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To obtain the greatest accuracy from your blood pressure instrument, it is
recommended that the instrument be used within a temperature range of 50°F (10°C)
to 104°F (40°C), with a relative humidity range of 15%-85%
(non-condensing).
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CAUTION: Extreme altitudes may affect blood pressure readings. Your device has
been designed for normal environmental conditions.
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4. Position the Stethoscope
Position the chestpiece in the antecubital space below the cuff, distal to the brachium. Do
not place chestpiece underneath the cuff, as this impedes accurate measurement. Use the
bell side of a combination stethoscope for clearest detection of the low pitched Korotkoff
(pulse) sounds.
5. Deflate the cuff
Open the valve to deflate the cuff gradually at a rate of 2-3 mmHg per second.
6. Measurement
Record the onset of Korotkoff sounds as the systolic pressure, and the disappearance of
these sounds as diastolic pressure. (Some healthcare professionals recommend recording
diastolic 1 and diastolic 2. Diastolic one occurs at phase 4).
NOTE: It is recommended that K4 be used in children aged 3 to 12, and K5 should be
used for pregnant female patients unless sounds are audible with the cuff deflated, in
which case K4 should be used. K5 should be used for all other adult patients.
After measurement is completed, open valve fully to release any remaining air in the cuff.
Remove cuff.
Care and Maintenance
STORAGE:
Pocket Gauge: After measurement, fully exhaust cuff then wrap cuff around gauge and
bulb and store in zippered carrying case.
Palm Gauge: After measurement, fully exhaust cuff and store in zippered carrying case.
If unit will not be used for an extended period of time, leave the trigger valve in the full exhaust position.
Clock Gauge: After measurement, fully exhaust cuff then wrap cuff around bulb and store
in storage compartment.
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Standards
ANSI/AAMI/ISO 81060-1:2007
EN/ISO 81060-1:2012
Disposal
When your sphygmomanometer has reached its end of life, please be sure to dispose of it
in accordance with all regional and national environmental regulations. Devices that have
become contaminated should be disposed of in accordance with all local ordinances and
regulations.
Warranty
American Diagnostic Corporation’s (ADC®) warranty service extends to the original retail
purchaser only and commences from the date of delivery. ADC warrants its products against
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service as follows:
• Your DIAGNOSTIX™ manometer is warranted for life. The manometer is
warranted to remain accurate to +/-3mmHg (or the prevailing standard) over its full
range when compared to a reference standard for life.
• Inflation system components (cuff, bladder, tubing, bulb, valves, connectors) are
warranted for three years.
What is Covered: Replacement of parts, and labor.
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What is Not Covered: Transportation charges to ADC
misuse, accident, or negligence. Incidental, special, or consequential damages. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, special, or consequential
damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.
. Damages caused by abuse,
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To Obtain Warranty Service: Send item(s) postage paid to ADC
, Attn: Repair Dept.,
55 Commerce Dr., Hauppauge, NY 11788. Please include your name and address, phone
no., proof of purchase, and a brief note explaining the problem.
Implied Warranty: Any implied warranty shall be limited in duration to the terms of
this warranty and in no case beyond the original selling price (except where prohibited
by law). This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights
which vary from state to state.
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