UB511_master 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 1 Wrist Auto-Inflation Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor Trilingual Instruction Guide – MODEL UB-511
UB511_master 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ✓ 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.
UB511_master 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Congratulations. You have purchased a LifeSource state-of-theart 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. ? BEFORE YOU START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-4 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE . . . . E-5 — E-6 WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT . . . . . .
UB511_master ? 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 6 WHAT DISPLAY SYMBOLS MEAN Display Symbol ❤ IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT Condition/ Error Recommended Action Appears when measuring is in progress, and flashes when pulse is detected. Remain still and refrain from talking during monitoring process. MONITOR COMPONENTS ? DISPLAY SYSTOLIC PRESSURE DIASTOLIC PRESSURE PULSE RATE BATTERY HOLDER COVER An irregular heartbeat or Take measurement again body movement may have and consult with your occurred.
UB511_master ? 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 8 HOW UB-511 WORKS LifeSource™ Blood Pressure Monitors are easy to use, accurate and display clear digital measurements. Our technology is based on the “oscillometric method”. The term “oscillation” refers to the measure of vibrations caused by the arterial pulse and is a noninvasive method to determine blood pressure.
UB511_master 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 10 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 6. As the cuff is inflating, the ❤ (heart symbol) will appear to indicate that the measurement is in progress. The monitor measures your blood pressure while the cuff is inflating, so remain still. Once the pulse is detected, the symbol will flash with each pulse beat. 7. When measurement is complete, the systolic and diastolic pressure and pulse rate readings are displayed.
UB511_master 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 12 ABOUT MEMORY The UB-511 automatically stores up to 30 blood pressure and pulse measurements in its memory. Measurements stored in memory are assigned an index number in the order of the newest to the oldest. The oldest reading displays as "n01". To retrieve readings, follow these simple steps: 1. When the display screen is blank, press and hold the START button. While holding down the START button, you will see the average reading displayed first.
UB511_master ❤ 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 14 ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE 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.
UB511_master ❤ ? 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 16 HOW 401 ABOUT BLOOD WORKS PRESSURE ? 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.
UB511_master ✓ 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Corrective action Problem Probable cause Display is blank, even when the power is turned on. Batteries are drained. Replace with new batteries. The device will not measure. Readings are too high or too low. The cuff is not fastened properly. Battery terminals are Place the battery with negative and positive ternot in the correct minals matching those position. indicated in the battery compartment.
UB511_master 11/2/04 11:38 AM Page 20 TAKING CONTACT YOUR INFORMATION BLOOD PRESSURE IMPORTANT! If You Need Assistance with the Set-Up or Operation Our products are designed and manufactured using the latest scientific and technological methods, and offer accurate, easy to use, home monitoring and treatment options.
