e-pill Med-Time XL
AUTOMATIC PILL REMINDER AND DISPENSING SYSTEM
PROGRAM AND USER INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for buying the e-pill Medication Reminder. Your new Med-Time XL is an
Automatic Pill Reminder and Dispensing System designed to support individuals in taking
their medications properly and on time.
Figure 1: e-pill Med-Time XL Unit
The Med-Time XL automatic pill dispenser
•
contains 28 individual compartments that you
(the patient) can easily load with medications
(pills)
to accommodate a range of dosing
schedules.
• The new Med-Time XL dispenses all your
medications (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6…) up to 28 times
per day and reminds you with a loud alarm (up
to 60 minutes in duration).
RIGHT MEDS | RIGHT DOSAGE | RIGHT TIME
PROGRAM Med-Time XL FOR THE FIRST TIME Figure 2: Activate Unit
Activate Med-Time XL:
1. Remove the battery cover from the underside of the unit.
2. Remove the red strip and discard.
3. Verify that all batteries are secure, and replace the battery
cover.
Figure 3: Open Unit
Open the Lid:
1. Hold the Med-Time XL unit as shown, press in with
your thumb, and lift. The lid opens and provides you
access to the display and control Buttons.
2. Your Med-Time XL comes complete with a lock and
two (2) keys.
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SET UP YOUR e-pill Med-Time XL AUTOMATIC PILL DISPENSER
Your e-pill Med-Time XL contains two programming modes, A and B, to program system
functions (see below). When you first remove the battery strip, the Med-Time XL display
reads
12:00 am
and is automatically in the Menu option A mode.
MENU A MENU B
CLOCK BEFORE
ALARM AFTER
DOSES SOUNDS
HOURS
DATE
RECORD
TEST
After you complete the set-up of either Menu A or B functions, press
1.
Button 1 for three seconds to store the settings and return to normal
NOTE…
operating mode.
2. If you press no Buttons for 30 seconds, Med-Time XL automatically
returns to normal operating mode (automatic time-out).
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BASIC SETTINGS = MENU A. (Set Clock, # Of Doses, and Alarm Times)
Start Basic Settings
1. Press Button 1 repeatedly to rotate through the various functions.
Figure 4: Clock/Buttons
Set Correct Time (CLOCK)
1. When the display reads CLOCK, wait a few seconds. The
time displays and begins to flash indicating that you can set
the correct time by pressing Button 2 Reverse or Button 3
Forward.
• Hold down the button to speed through the time faster.
2. After you set the correct time, press Button 1 to program the
next function.
Set Number (#) of Doses Per Day (
DOSES)
- Up to 28 Per Day
Figure 5: Doses
1. When the display reads DOSES, wait a few seconds. The
# of doses per day will flash (01, 02 etc.)
2. Press Button 3 to add doses, or Button 2 to decrease doses.
The typical individual takes pills from one (1) to four (4)
•
times daily.
Med-Time XL has the flexibility to be programmed to
•
dispense pills from 1 to 28 doses per day to
accommodate the most complex regimens.
3. After you select the # of doses per day, press Button 1 to program the next
function.
Set Alarms (ALARMS). Figure 6: Alarms
Set the time for each Daily Medication Alarm.
1. When the display reads
ALARMS
, wait a few seconds.
To the left of the display you see the Dose # (1-28) and
the alarm you will set.
BUTTONS
2. Set the alarm time using Buttons 2 Reverse or 3
Forward. Time can be set in 5-minute increments.
3. Press Button 1 to advance to the second dose, and set
the alarm time. Repeat this procedure until you
program all dose alarms to the desired times.
• You can set alarms only for as many doses as you
have selected.
Complete Basic Settings (Menu A)
1. Press and hold Button 1 for five seconds, until the time displays, to store your
settings.
2. Proceed to
Set Menu B Functions,
or skip to the
Load e-pill Med-Time XL
Section.
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ADDITIONAL SETTINGS = MENU B. (BEFORE, AFTER, SOUNDS, HOURS, DATE,
RECORD, TEST)
Your new e-pill Med-Time XL offers several important options and additional functions to help
your patient remember to take medications on time and to help build flexibility into the
medication schedule. These optional settings and features can be accessed using Menu B.
Setting up Menu B functions are not required for operation of the e-pill Med-Time XL.
Start Additional Settings
1. Press and hold Button 3 until it reads
BEFORE
.
2. To set the next function, press Button 1.
3. Exit
Menu B
at any time by pressing and holding Button 1 until the current time
displays.
Set Early Dose (BEFORE)
allows you to take medications before their normal scheduled
time. Settings from 5 minutes to 30 minutes are possible (default time 0 minutes).
Figure 7: Before
1. Press and hold Button 3 for approximately three
seconds until the display reads BEFORE.
2. Press Button 2 down or Button 3 up to set the
timeframe that a user can pre-pour medications (0-30
minutes maximum).
3. If this function is not required, set at 00:00.
4. Press Button 1 to set the next function. If the unit
returns to Normal mode, follow steps outlined for
setting each function.
Set Alarm Duration (AFTER) allows you to set alarms that continue to sound as further
reminders after the actual alarm time.
1. Press Button 3 for a few seconds until BEFORE displays, and then press Button 1
repeatedly until AFTER displays.
2. Press Buttons 2 down or 3 up to set the time desired, 5 minutes to 1 hour (60
minutes) maximum.
3. Press Button 1 to set the next function.
If the unit returns to Normal mode, follow
steps outlined for setting each function.
Set Alarm Tone (SOUNDS) There are four alarm sounds available. Choose the right
alarm tone (frequency) to compensate for any hearing deficiency the patient may have.
1. Press Button 3 for a few seconds until BEFORE displays, and then press Button 1
until SOUNDS displays.
2. Choose your preferred sound,
01, 02, 03 or 04
, by pressing Buttons 2 or 3. If no
sound is required, set at 00 (00 = silent alarm = no tone).
3. Press Button 1 to set the next function. If the unit returns to Normal mode, follow
the steps outlined for setting each function.
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Set Time Format (HOURS) allows you to choose between 12-hour (AM/PM) or 24-hour
time (Military Time) formats. The default setting is 12-hour (AM/PM) time format.
1. Press Button 3 for a few seconds until BEFORE displays, and then press Button 1
repeatedly until
HOURS
displays.
2. Press Button 2 to set to 12 hours (AM/PM), or Press Button 3 for 24-hour (Military
Time) format.
3. Press Button 1 to set the next function. If the unit returns to Normal mode, follow
the steps outlined for setting each function.
Set Calendar (DATE) allows you to set the current year, day, and month.
NOTE…
Your e-pill Med-Time XL automatically adjusts time for Daylight Saving
Time if you set the date.
1. Press Button 3 for a few seconds until
BEFORE
displays, and then press Button 1
repeatedly until DATE displays.
2. Program the date in the following order:
a. Year = YY. Press Buttons 2 and 3 to set, and press Button 1 to advance.
b. Month = MM. Press Buttons 2 and 3 to set, and press Button 1 to advance.
c. Day = DD. Press Button 2 and 3 to set, and press Button 1 to complete.
3. Press Button 1 to set the next function. If the unit returns to Normal mode, follow
the steps outlined for setting each function.
Set Dispensing History Log (RECORD)
creates an event log for your e-pill Med-Time
XL. Every time medications are dispensed, an entry is created in the log file. The log
entry records the actual time (Time and Date) when the previous 28-medication events
(date and time for each medication event) occurred. The event log memory holds up to 28
events.
1. Press Button 3 for a few seconds until
BEFORE
displays, and then press Button 1
repeatedly until RECORD displays.
2. The time that the last medication was taken automatically shows on the display. To
view the previous 27 times, press Buttons 2 or 3.
3. Press Button 1 to set next function. If the unit returns to Normal mode, follow the
steps outlined for setting each function.
Enter Diagnostic Test (TEST)
allows you to test the basic operation of your system.
Test # 1: Alarm and Rotation (MOVING)
1. Press Button 3 for a few seconds until BEFORE displays, and then press Button 1
repeatedly until TEST displays.
2. Press Button 3 again. MOVING appears on the display.
3. Close the lid.
The tray rotates and the alarm sounds
.
4. Turn e-pill Med-Time XL over to turn off the alarm and reset.
Test # 2: Early Dose (TURN)
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1. Press Button 3 for a few seconds until BEFORE displays, and then press Button 1
repeatedly until
TEST
displays.
2. Press Button 2. TURN displays.
3. Close the lid, turn the device upside down twice, and then turn it back to the upright
position. The tray rotates and the alarm sounds.
4. Turn e-pill Med-Time XL over to turn off the alarm and reset.
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5.
LOAD YOUR e-pill MED-TIME XL AUTOMATIC PILL DISPENSER
You need to refill your automatic pill dispenser at regular intervals. The frequency
depends upon how many doses you dispense per day.
• Example: If the patient takes medications two times per day, you need to refill your
dispenser every 14 days (28 compartments divided by 2 times per day).
Unlock the Automatic Pill Dispenser.
⇒
⇒ Select Indicator Ring (as needed).
⇒ Load Medications.
Complete Prescription Card (as needed).
⇒
⇒ Lock the Automatic Pill Dispenser.
LOAD Medications:
There are two trays supplied, one (1)
Active
and one (1)
Spare
.
Spare trays may be purchased from e-pill Medication Reminders for an additional charge.
Figure 8: Load Dispenser
1. Place the correct pills in each section of the
medication tray. The Indicator Ring acts as a label for
each compartment.
2. Align the tray when you are done.
3. Place the next dose scheduled to be dispensed to the
right of the opening (see arrow).
• The doses are dispensed in a clockwise manner.
• You may fill the
Active
tray while it is in the
dispenser, or you may remove the tray.
Indicator Ring.
Three day/dosage discs are supplied with your e-pill Med-Time XL:
Figure 9: Indicator Ring
• Two (2) printed discs (front and back) for 1 to 4 doses
per day.
• One blank disc for situations when you dispense
medications more than 4 times per day. You may
complete the blank disc by hand to indicate the dosage
times.
1. Select the correct Indicator Ring.
2. Open the lid of the dispenser, and place the appropriate
disc for the dosage required per day on top of the
medication tray.
3. Secure the disc in place by bending down the four corners.
Prescription Card. Complete the Prescription Card and insert it under the automatic pill
dispenser in slots provided over the battery cover for future reference.
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Lock. We recommend that you keep your e-pill Med-Time XL Automatic Pill Dispenser
locked in order to prevent the patient from accessing the medications or changing the
timer settings. Two (2) identical keys are included with your system.
Figure 10: Lock the Dispenser
Unlock: Turn the key counter clockwise to unlock.
Lock:
Turn the key clockwise to lock.
Use the Dispenser. After you have properly set up, loaded, and tested your e-pill
Med-Time XL Automatic Pill Dispenser, it is ready for use.
Place it on a stable, central location in your home (kitchen countertop, table,
dresser, etc).
Call e-pill Medication Reminders at
1-800-549-0095
(M-F 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Eastern time) if you need help setting up your e-pill Med-Time XL or have any
other questions.
…We are here to help!
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PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS: HOW TO USE YOUR e-pill MED-TIME XL
For the patient the e-pill Med-Time XL is very simple to use. When the alarm sounds,
simply walk over to the device, pick it up, and turn it over. The right medications, in the
right dosage, will come out at the right time (see above how to set and fill your device).
How To Dispense Medications
1. The device sounds at the set alarm times.
2. Remove the medications by turning e-pill Med-Time XL upside down.
3. The right medications drop into your open hand.
4. Turning the device upside down turns the alarm off.
Please note that if the patient has missed a dose…
It will be rotated away when the next medication time occurs.
This may prevent double dosing.
A missed dose can only be retrieved by unlocking your e-pill Med-Time XL
Automatic Pill Dispenser.
Early Dose Feature (BEFORE) - It is possible to take pills before the scheduled alarm
time by activating the
BEFORE
function. If this feature is active and you would like to
dispense your medications prior to the scheduled alarm time, follow the instructions
below:
How to Early Dose:
Figure 11: Early Dose
1. Turn e-pill Med-Time XL over as if you were
removing the medications.
2. After you hear the beep, turn the device back
over to the normal resting position.
3. Repeat again. The tray rotates one step, and
the next dose becomes available.
4. Turn e-pill Med-Time XL over to dispense
your medications (as you normally would)
and to reset the alarm.
IMPORTANT USER NOTE
The Early Dose Feature works only within the time frame set using the BEFORE
function (5-30 minutes maximum). Please see Menu B section on how to turn on
this useful feature.
EXTRA MEDICATION CAPACITY
. If one compartment is not big enough to hold all
medications for one dose, you can use two compartments and set the same alarm time for
both doses.
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MAINTENANCE AND SYSTEM MESSAGES
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Battery Replacement: When the battery gets low, the LOWBATT indicator
displays. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. Four (4) Alkaline AA batteries
are needed. We recommend that you exchange the batteries at least once a
.
year
Cleaning: Wipe Med-Time with a damp cloth. Wash the medication tray by hand
only.
Transporting: If for any reason your e-pill Med-Time is going to be shipped or
mailed, it is important that you remove all batteries from the dispenser.
Problem Solving: If your e-pill Med-Time XL is lying upside down, the next dose will
not be available until the unit is turned right side up. If the tray does not move as it
should, a signal sounds and
ERROR
device has been lying upside down during an alarm, a warning signal sounds. Press
Button 3 to shut off. Return the tray to the right position, and verify that programming
is correct.
ERROR Function: The alarm sounds continuously in the event that the dispenser
fails to rotate properly. This might be caused by an obstruction between the body of
the dispenser and the tray. If this event occurs, the display shows ERROR. Open the
unit and remove any obstruction. Remove and replace one battery to clear and
reactivate your device. Please note if e-pill Med-Time XL is lying upside down,
the next dose will not be available until the unit is turned right side up.
There are some pills that should not be exposed to the air and, therefore, should not be
used in the dispenser. If you are not certain about your medications, please check with you
pharmacist. The manufacturer or distributor will accept no responsibility for faults or an
other consequences arising from misuse e.g. dropping, water damage, insertion of foreign
objects, or forced opening of the dispenser.
Warranty Claims: If your dispenser does not rotate and the alarm does not sound, remove
a battery, replace and test again. If your e-pill Med-Time Automatic Pill Dispenser should
not operate normally, please contact e-pill Medication Reminders or the manufacturer. This
device is designed to help the user to remember to take his/her medication on time. The
manufacturer, distributor or reseller assumes no responsibility whatsoever for an
inconvenience or non-compliance to medications in the event the device fails to function.
e-pill®, Med-Time XL are trademarks owned by American Medical Alert Corporation or by e-pill, LLC
IMPORTANT SUGGESTIONS and WARNINGS
This device is protected by copyright.
is displayed. Investigate the reason. If the
WARNING:
©Copyright e-pill, LLC, 2006
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Manufactured in Sweden for:
American Medical Alert Corporation
Exclusive Distributor:
e-pill, LLC | 70 Walnut Street | Wellesley, MA 02481, USA
Phone +1.781.239.8255
Fax +1.781.235.3252
Toll-Free 1-800-549-0095
Order your e-pill Med-Time XL on-line: www.epill.com
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