LifeSource UA-702 User Manual

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Congratulations. You have purchased a LifeSource
state-of-the-art blood pressure monitor, one of the most technologically advanced yet easy to use products available in the marketplace today. This LifeSource monitor is designed to make your daily regimen useful, and convenient.
LifeSource has been manufacturing quality healthcare products for more than 20 years. Rest assured that we are committed to providing you and your family with monitoring devices specifically designed for high accuracy and ease of use. LifeSource—your source for a lifetime of health.
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WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
MONITOR COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
HOW 702 WORKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
BEFORE YOU START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SELECTING THE CORRECT CUFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 — 10
CHECK/ADJUST EXHAUST VELOCITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 — 12
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 — 15
BLOOD PRESSURE RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
IMPORTANT INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CONTACT INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Display Symbol
Recommended Action
Remain still and refrain from talking; measurement in progress.
Press exhaust button to release air.
Increase pressurization by 30 mmHg to 40 mmHg and repeat measurement.
Replace all batteries with new ones.
Exhaust air from cuff, reap­ply cuff properly, power up again and repeat measure­ment in quiet environment.
Exhaust air from cuff, reapply cuff properly, power up again and repeat measurement.
Adjust exhaust rate to 2 mmHg to 5 mmHg.
Check for correct air con­nector. Make sure air con­nector is inserted correctly into the hoses and monitor.
Condition/ Cause
Appears during measure­ment; blinks and beeps when pulse is detected.
Appears on display prior to and during measurement. Blinks if there is air in cuff at power up.
Measurement begun, but pressure is not sufficient for reading.
Battery voltage is too low for monitor to work properly.
Appears when blood pres­sure cannot be measured accurately due to erratic pulse or noise interference.
Appears when pulse cannot be measured accurately.
Occurs when exhaust velocity rate is more than 8 mmHg.
No Display Symbol
MEASURING
LOW BATTERY
ERROR
WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN
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ERROR
RE-MEASURE
PULSE ERROR
EXHAUST
SPEED FLASHING
CUFF HOSE
MONITOR
BULB HOSE
PRESSURE AND PULSE DISPLAY
AIR SOCKET
CUFF
CUFF
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
SYSTOLIC DIASTOLIC (PULSE)
POWER
DIGITAL BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
MEASURING PRESS EXHAUST RE-MEASURE BATTERY LOW RE-MEASURE
UA-702
POWER BUTTON
MONITOR COMPONENTS
AIR CONNECTOR
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EXHAUST VALVE AND ADJUSTMENT SCREW
INFLATOR BULB
You must install 4 type AA (1.5 volt) batteries 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.
3. Replace cover by sliding it into
the compartment and gently pressing into place.
BEFORE YOU START
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. The cuff is first inflated until the artery is fully occluded. Then, the monitor takes measurements while the cuff deflates. Our monitors exam­ine the pulsatile pressure generated by the arterial wall as it expands and contracts against the cuff with each heartbeat.
HOW 702 WORKS
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Using the correct cuff size is important for an accurate reading. A cuff that is too large will produce a reading that is lower than the correct blood pressure; a cuff that is too small yields a measurement that is higher. With your arm hanging at the side of your body, measure the circumference of your upper arm at the midpoint between shoulder and elbow.
The air connector is attached to the cuff and inflator bulb tubing. Attach this into the back of the monitor. When changing the cuff size, the exhaust velocity may need to be adjusted (see page 11).
ARM SIZE
RECOMMENDED CUFF SIZE
REPLACEMENT CUFF MODEL#
5.1” - 7.9” (13-20cm)
7.5” - 12.2” (19-31cm)
11.8” - 17.7” (30-45cm)
Small
Medium
Large
UA-279
UA-280
UA-281
SELECTING THE CORRECT CUFF
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CUFF HOSE
MONITOR
BULB HOSE
PRESSURE AND PULSE DISPLAY
AIR SOCKET
SYSTOLIC DIASTOLIC (PULSE)
POWER
DIGITAL BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
MEASURING PRESS EXHAUST RE-MEASURE BATTERY LOW RE-MEASURE
UA-702
POWER BUTTON
TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
Tips for Blood Pressure Monitoring:
Relax for about 5 to 10 minutes before measurement. Remove constricting clothing and place cuff on bare arm. Unless your physician recommends otherwise, use left arm
to measure pressure.
Now you are ready. Follow these simple steps:
1. Sit comfortably with your left arm resting on a flat surface
so that the center of your upper arm is at the same height as your heart.
2. Lay left arm on the table, palm up
and thread cuff end through metal loop, smooth side against arm. Then position the tube off-center toward the inner side of arm in line with the little finger.
3. Pull the end of the cuff to
tighten it, fold back the extra material, and fasten the Velcro. The cuff should be snug but not too tight. You should be able to insert two fingers between the cuff and your arm.
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Tips for Blood Pressure Monitoring:
Relax for about 5 to 10 minutes before measurement.Remove constricting clothing and place cuff on bare arm.Unless your physician recommends otherwise, use left arm
to measure pressure.
Now you are ready. Follow these simple steps:
1. Sit comfortably with your left arm resting on a flat sur-
face so that the center of your upper arm is at the same height as your heart.
2. Lay left arm on the table, palm
up and thread cuff end through metal loop, smooth side against arm. Then position the tube off­center toward the inner side of arm in line with the little finger.
3. Pull the end of the cuff to tight-
en it, fold back the extra materi­al, and fasten securely. The cuff should be snug but not too tight. You should be able to insert two fingers between the cuff and your arm.
IMPORTANT: Measure pressure at the same time each day.
IMPORTANT: Measure pressure at the same time each day.
4. Press the POWER button.
5. Watch for all display symbols to appear briefly, followed by a
zero, indicating that monitor is ready for measurement.
6. Watch the display and squeeze the bulb quickly until cuff
pressure reaches about 30 mmHg to 40 mmHg above expected systolic pressure. To help you determine the correct inflation level, the monitor is programmed to beep quickly three times at each of the four preset pressure levels (160, 200, 240, and
280). We recommend using the chart shown below to determine which preset measurement to use. If the “re-measure“ symbol appears, pressure is not sufficient for reading and measurement must be taken again.
NOTE: Beeping sound may be difficult to hear due to its pitch. Watch the display for the correct inflation level. Be sure to completely deflate the cuff before use.
Usual Systolic
Inflate to
Up to 130
131-170
171-210
211-250
160
200
240
280
TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
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7. Sit quietly during measurement. Pressure values are displayed
at left, then right, along with
symbol blinks and beeps with
pulse beat.
NOTE: If you wish to stop inflation at any time, press the exhaust valve to release air.
8. Wait for the long beep, indicating that the measurement is
complete. Your systolic pressure will appear on the left and your diastolic pressure on the right of the display screen, alternating with pulse reading.
9. Press the exhaust valve to release the air from the cuff. The
monitor shuts off automatically in about two minutes, or press POWER to shut off.
TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
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10.Remove cuff and make a note of your blood pressure
and pulse rate on the chart (see page 16), indicating date and time of measurement.
We advise that you record the date and time after each measure­ment because an accurate blood pressure history relies not on single or sporadic readings but on a pattern over time.
NOTE: If you wish to take your blood pressure again, relax and wait 5–10 minutes to enable the flow of blood in the arm to return to normal. There is no need to wait if someone else wishes to use the monitor.
TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
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CHECK/ADJUST EXHAUST VELOCITY
Exhaust velocity is the rate at which the air pressure in the cuff deflates during the course of measurement. It is preset at the factory and generally does not need any further adjustment.
NOTE: The exhaust rate of your monitor was preset and tested at the factory to ensure proper measurement. The rate set is dependent on cuff size, not arm size. If using a cuff other than the one shipped with the unit, you may need to adjust the exhaust velocity rate.
To check the exhaust velocity rate, proceed as follows:
1. Put on the arm cuff.
2. Press the POWER button.
The unit will begin taking a reading.
3. When zero appears, inflate the cuff by
squeezing the handheld inflator bulb. Pump it until it shows a pressure level 40 mmHg higher than your usual systolic measurement.
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INFLATOR
BULB
INFLATOR
BULB
TUBING
EXHAUST
VALVE
4. Watch the display screen. As pressure automatically decreases,
diastolic numbers should decline in increments of 2 to 5 mmHg.
If the exhaust velocity range is not within 2 to 5 mmHg, make the following adjustment with the unit turned off:
1. The adjustment screw is located on the exhaust valve
attached to the inflator bulb. It is covered by a thin grey protection cap with a hole in the center. To remove and discard the cap (you do not need to replace it), insert the end of a paper clip and lift off to see the the gold adjustment screw underneath.
2. Using a small screwdriver, rotate the adjustment
screw about 45 degrees clockwise (to raise the rate) or counterclockwise (to lower the rate).
NOTE: This adjustment is very sensitive. Turn screw very gradually.
3. Repeat the test until the exhaust velocity
is between 2 to 5 mmHg.
NOTE: Once the monitor is adjusted to a new cuff size, further adjust­ments should not be required unless cuff size is changed again.
CHECK/ADJUST EXHAUST VELOCITY
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What Is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries. Systolic pressure occurs when the heart contracts; diastolic pressure occurs when the heart expands. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg).
What Affects Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is affected by many factors: age, weight, time of day, activity level, climate, altitude and season. Certain activities can significantly alter blood pressure. Walking can raise systolic pressure by 12 mmHg and diastolic pressure by 5.5 mmHg. Sleeping can decrease systolic blood pressure by as much as 10 mmHg. Taking your blood pressure repeatedly without waiting an interval of 5 to 10 minutes between readings, or without raising your arm to allow blood to flow back to the heart, can also affect it.
In addition to these factors, diet beverages containing caffeine or alcohol, certain medications, emotional stress and even tight- fitting clothes can make a difference in the readings.
What Causes Variations In Blood Pressure?
An individual’s blood pressure varies greatly from day to day and season to season. In hypersensitive individuals, these variations are even more pronounced. Normally, blood pressure rises during work or play and falls to its lowest levels during sleep.
Systolic Blood Pressure
Diastolic Blood Pressure
200 150 100
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Fluctuation within a day (case: 35 year old male)
Arising
Start
Work
Telephone
Argument
Sleep
Leave
W
ork
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
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What Is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries. Systolic pressure occurs when the heart contracts; diastolic pressure occurs when the heart expands. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg).
What Affects Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is affected by many factors: age, weight, time of day, activity level, climate, altitude and season. Certain activities can significantly alter blood pressure. Walking can raise systolic pressure by 12 mmHg and diastolic pressure by 5.5 mmHg. Sleeping can decrease systolic blood pressure by as much as 10 mmHg. Taking your blood pressure repeatedly without waiting an interval of at least 3 minutes between readings can also affect it.
In addition to these factors, beverages containing caffeine or alcohol, certain medications, emotional stress and even tight-fitting clothes can make a difference in the readings.
What Causes Variations In Blood Pressure?
An individual’s blood pressure varies greatly from day to day and season to season. In hypersensitive individuals, these variations are even more pronounced. Normally, blood pres­sure rises during work or play and falls to its lowest levels during sleep.
Assessing High Blood Pressure
The following standards for assessing high blood pressure (without regard to age) have been established by the National Institutes of Health JNCVI.
Category Systolic (mmHg) Diastolic (mmHg)
Optimal <120 <80 Normal <130 <85 High Normal 130 - 139 85 – 89 Hypertension
Stage 1 140 – 159 90 – 99 Stage 2 160 – 179 100 – 109 Stage 3 180 110
What Is Hypertension?
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is the diagnosis given when readings consistently rise above normal. It is well known that hypertension can lead to stroke, heart attack or other illness if left untreated. Referred to as a “silent killer” because it does not always produce symptoms that alert you to the problem, hypertension is treatable when diagnosed early.
Can Hypertension Be Controlled?
In many individuals, hypertension can be controlled by altering lifestyle and minimizing stress, and by appropriate medication prescribed and monitored by your doctor. The American Heart Association recommends the following lifestyle suggestions to prevent or control hypertension:
Don’t smoke. Have regular physical Reduce salt and fat intake. checkups. Maintain proper weight. Monitor your blood Exercise routinely. pressure at periodic intervals.
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Assessing High Blood Pressure
The following standards for assessing high blood pressure (without regard to age) have been established as a guideline.
BP Classification Systolic (mmHg) Diastolic (mmHg)
Normal <120 and <80 Prehypertension 120-139 or 80-89
Stage 1 Hypertension 140-159 or 90-99 Stage 2 Hypertension ≥160 or ≥100
SOURCE: The Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure. National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute - May 2003.
What Is Hypertension?
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is the diagnosis given when readings consistently rise above normal. It is well known that hypertension can lead to stroke, heart attack or other illness if left untreated. Referred to as a “silent killer” because it does not always produce symptoms that alert you to the problem, hypertension is treatable when diagnosed early. Those who fall within the Prehypertensive range are more likely to develop hypertension in the future.
Can Hypertension Be Controlled?
In many individuals, hypertension can be controlled by altering lifestyle and minimizing stress, and by appropriate medication prescribed and monitored by your doctor. The American Heart Association recommends the following lifestyle suggestions to prevent or control hypertension:
Don’t smoke. Have regular physical Reduce salt and fat intake. checkups. Maintain proper weight. Monitor your blood Exercise routinely. pressure at periodic
intervals.
Why Measure Blood Pressure at Home?
It is now well known that, for many individuals, blood pressure readings taken in a doctor’s office or hospital setting might be elevated as a result of apprehension and anxiety. This response is commonly called “white coat hypertension.” One way to determine whether this is the case for you is to take your home monitor to the doctor’s office and, before the doctor or nurse takes your pressure, do it yourself on your home monitor and compare it to your record of home readings.
In any case, self-measurement at home supplements the doctor’s readings and provides a more accurate, complete blood pressure history. In addition, clinical studies have shown that the detection and treatment of hypertension is improved when patients both consult their physicians and monitor their own blood pressure at home.
How Do I Record My Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure readings are typically recorded with the systolic pressure written first, followed by a slash mark and the diastolic pressure. For example, 120 mmHg systolic and 80 mmHg diastolic measurements are written as 120/80. Pulse is simply written with the letter “P” followed by the pulse rate—P 72, for example.
ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
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Why Measure Blood Pressure at Home?
It is now well known that, for many individuals, blood pres­sure readings taken in a doctor’s office or hospital setting might be elevated as a result of apprehension and anxiety. This response is commonly called “white coat hyperten­sion.” One way to determine whether this is the case for you is to take your home monitor to the doctor’s office and, before the doctor or nurse takes your pressure, do it your­self on your home monitor and compare it to your record of home readings.
In any case, self-measurement at home supplements your doctor’s readings and provides a more accurate, complete blood pressure history. In addition, clinical studies have shown that the detection and treatment of hypertension is improved when patients both consult their physicians and monitor their own blood pressure at home.
Keys to Successful Monitoring:
Blood pressure fluctuates throughout the day. We recom­mend that you are consistent in your daily measurement routine:
• Measure at the same time every day.
• Sit in the same chair/position.
• Relax for 5 minutes before measurement.
• Sit still during measurement – no talking, eating or sud­den movements.
• Record your measurement in a logbook.
How Do I Record My Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure readings are typically recorded with the sys­tolic pressure written first, followed by a slash mark and the diastolic pressure. For example, 120 mmHg systolic and 80 mmHg diastolic measurements are written as 120/80. Pulse is simply written with the letter “P” followed by the pulse rate—P 72, for example. Please see Page 16 for the blood pressure record.
EXAMPLE
DATE AM SYS/DIA PULSE PM SYS/DIA PULSE
Name: Age: Weight:
BLOOD PRESSURE RECORD
1/14
9:30 132/98
P 69
6:30 128/87
P 63
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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 LifeSource.
Do not attempt to service, calibrate, or repair this device. Because your UA-702 monitor contains delicate,
high-precision parts, avoid exposing it to extremes in temperature or humidity or to direct sunlight, shock and dust. LifeSource guarantees the accuracy of this device only when it is stored and used within the temperature and humidity ranges noted on page 18.
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
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PRECAUTIONS
UA-702 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. This monitor is not designed to measure the blood pressure of people with common arrhythmias, such as atrial or ventricular premature beats or atrial fibrillation. It is not designed for ambulatory use.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .UA-702
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Oscillometric
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Digital, 10-mm character height
Pressure/pulse displayed alternately
Measurement range . . . . . . . . .Pressure: 20 mmHg to 280 mmHg
Pulse: 40 pulses to 200 pulses/minute
Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pressure: +3 mmHg or 2%,
whichever is greater Pulse: +
5%
Pressurization . . . . . . . . . . . .Manual by inflator bulb
Depressurization . . . . . . . . . .Constant-air release-valve system
Deflation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hand-held push button
Power source . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 type AA (1.5 volt) alkaline
batteries (not included)
Battery life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Approximately 6 months with
3 daily measurements
Operating environment . . . .50ºF to 104ºF (10ºC to 40ºC)
Less than 85% relative humidity
Storage environment . . . . . .-4ºF to 140ºF (-20ºC to 60ºC)
Less than 95% relative humidity
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Length: 4.1(105 mm)
Width: 5.3(135 mm) Height: 1.7(44 mm)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.9 oz. (140 g) without batteries
Blood pressure measurements determined by the UA-702 are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method within the limits prescribed by the American National Standards Institute for electronic or automated sphygmomanometers.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS
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Our products are designed and manufactured using the latest scientific and technological methods, and offer accurate, easy to use, home monitoring and treatment options. The product line includes:
Aneroid Blood Pressure Kits Blood Pressure Cuffs Digital Blood Pressure Monitors Digital Thermometers Stethoscopes
This LifeSource product is covered by a Lifetime Warranty. See warranty card for details.
For more information regarding use, care or servicing of your Blood Pressure Monitor, contact:
LifeSource A division of A&D Engineering, Inc. 1555 McCandless Drive Milpitas, CA 95035 LifeSource Health Line (Toll-Free): 1-888-726-9966 www.LifeSourceOnline.com
For Canada Residents, please contact: Auto Control Medical 206A boul. Brunswick Pointe-Claire, Quebec H9R 5P9 Canada
CONTACT INFORMATION
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Our products are designed and manufactured using the latest scientific and technological methods, and offer accurate, easy to use, home monitoring and treatment options. Our full product line includes:
Aneroid Blood Pressure Kits Blood Pressure Cuffs Digital Blood Pressure Monitors Digital Thermometers Heart Rate Monitors Nebulizers Personal Health Scales Stethoscopes
This Warranty. See warranty card for details.
LifeSource
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blood pressure product is covered by a Lifetime
for warranty registration.
For more information regarding use, care or servicing of your blood pressure monitor, contact:
A&D Medical A division of A&D Engineering, Inc.
1555 McCandless Drive Milpitas, CA 95035 LifeSource Health Line (Toll-Free): 1-888-726-9966 www.LifeSourceOnline.com
For Canada Residents, please contact:
Auto Control Medical
6695 Millcreek Drive, Unit 5 Mississauga, Ontario L5N 5R8 Canada Auto Control (Toll-Free): 1-800-463-5414 www.autocontrol.com
CONTACT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT!
If You Need Assistance with the Set-Up or Operation
We Can Help!
Please call us FIRST before contacting your retailer at
LifeSource Health Line
1-888-726-9966 - Toll Free
1-800-463-5414 - In Canada
A specially trained representative will assist you
A division of A&D Engineering, Inc. 1555 McCandless Drive Milpitas, CA 95035 www.LifeSourceOnline.com
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