A&D Medical LifeSource UA-705 Blood Pressure Monitor — Instruction Guide

Instruction guide for the A&D Medical LifeSource UA-705 Advanced Manual Inflate Blood Pressure Monitor — a home-use monitor for adults 18+, using the oscillometric method to measure systolic/diastolic blood pressure and pulse rate.

Important Information — Please Read First

• Only a medical practitioner is qualified to interpret your blood pressure measurements. This device does not replace regular medical examinations.
• Have your physician review your procedure for using this device before he/she prescribes or adjusts medications based on your readings.
• Consult your physician if you have any doubt about your readings; contact A&D Medical if a mechanical problem occurs.
• Always use the correct cuff size.
• Do not attempt to service, calibrate, or repair this monitor yourself.
• Avoid extremes of temperature, humidity, direct sunlight, shock, and dust — accuracy is only guaranteed within the temperature/humidity ranges in the Specifications section.
• Clean with a dry, soft cloth or one dampened with water and mild detergent — never alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other harsh chemicals.
• Remove and replace batteries if the monitor is unused for more than 6 months. Alkaline batteries recommended.
• Not designed for ambulatory use — intended for home use only.

Monitor Components

Arm cuff (with index mark and proper-fit range), air hose, air socket, air connector plug, exhaust valve, rubber inflator bulb, display, START button, battery cover/compartment (1 AA battery).

How the UA-705 Works

Uses the "oscillometric method" — a noninvasive blood pressure determination based on measuring vibrations (oscillations) caused by the arterial pulse as it expands and contracts against the cuff with each heartbeat. The cuff inflates until the artery is fully blocked; the monitor takes measurements during both inflation and deflation for a faster, more comfortable measurement.

Before You Start

1. Remove the battery cover by gently pushing down on the handle and pulling it off.
2. Insert 1 type AA (1.5V) battery, matching (+)/(-) terminals as marked. Rechargeable batteries will not work with this monitor.
3. Replace the cover by sliding it into place and pressing gently.

Selecting the Correct Cuff Size

Using the correct cuff size is critical for accuracy — a cuff too large produces a lower-than-actual reading; a cuff too small produces a higher-than-actual reading. Measure your upper arm circumference at the midpoint between shoulder and elbow (arm hanging at your side):

Note: The LifeSource small cuff is not compatible with the UA-705. The cuff has an index mark — if it points within the "Proper Fit Range" printed on the cuff, you're using the correct size. If it falls on a borderline, pick either size and stay consistent between measurements.

Taking Your Blood Pressure

Tips

• Relax for about 5 minutes before measuring.
• No smoking or caffeine for at least 30 minutes prior.
• Remove constricting clothing; place cuff on bare arm.
• Use the left arm unless your physician recommends otherwise.
• Don't talk during measurement; don't cross legs — keep feet flat on the floor.

Steps

1. Sit comfortably, left arm resting on a flat surface so the center of your upper arm is at heart height.
2. Thread the cuff through the metal loop, smooth side against skin, tube positioned toward the inner arm in line with your little finger.
3. Pull the cuff end to tighten, fold back excess material, fasten securely — snug but not tight (you should fit two fingers between cuff and arm).
4. Confirm the index mark falls within the Proper Fit Range.
5. Press START. The average reading appears with the memory count (e.g. "A25" = 25 stored measurements). If an air-in-cuff symbol appears, press the exhaust valve until it clears (may need to press on the cuff too).
6. When the ready symbol displays, inflate by squeezing the bulb repeatedly.
7. Stop squeezing when the symbol disappears, or when cuff pressure reaches ~30–40 mmHg above your expected systolic pressure:

   Usual Systolic	Inflate To
   Up to 130	160
   131–170	200
   171–210	240
   211–250	280

8. The automatic exhaust mechanism gradually reduces pressure. Sit quietly — the heart symbol blinks with your pulse. To stop inflation early, press the exhaust valve.
9. After results display, press the exhaust valve to release remaining air. Moving your arm before pressing exhaust deletes the reading. Monitor auto-shuts-off after ~30 seconds, or press START to shut off manually.
10. Remove the cuff and log your blood pressure, pulse, date, and time (logbook charts downloadable at LifeSourceOnline.com or autocontrol.com). Allow at least 5 minutes between measurements on the same person.

Irregular Heartbeat Detection

The UA-705 still provides a reading when an irregular heartbeat occurs, flagging it with an Irregular Heartbeat symbol — defined as a heartbeat varying by 25% from the average interval during the measurement. Contact your physician if you see this symbol frequently.

Cuff Inflation Meter

A gauge on the display shows inflation (moves up) and deflation/measurement (moves down) progress in real time.

Average Reading & Pressure Rating Indicator™

During measurement, the average of all stored readings displays briefly along with the memory count. The Pressure Rating Indicator™ gives a quick snapshot of your blood pressure classification based on the JNC7 Report (National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, May 2003) for U.S. residents — see the classification tables below. It's approximate; other risk factors (diabetes, obesity, smoking, etc.) matter too, so consult your physician for diagnosis. Residents outside the U.S. (Canada, Mexico) should use the WHO Classification Table instead.

Memory

Stores up to 30 blood pressure and pulse measurements, indexed newest-to-oldest (oldest = "n01").

1. With the display blank, press and hold START. The average reading appears first, then the memory index (e.g. "n04") and its measurement. Release START when you see the index number to stop scrolling.
2. Display auto-shuts-off a few seconds after cycling through readings, or press START to stop anytime.

To clear memory: remove the battery, then reinsert it. If no measurements are stored, two 0s display followed by a blinking "A00". Stored measurements are lost if the battery goes low or is removed.

About Blood Pressure

Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood against artery walls — systolic when the heart contracts, diastolic when it expands, measured in mmHg. It's affected by age, weight, time of day, activity, climate, altitude, season, caffeine/alcohol, medications, stress, and even tight clothing. Walking can raise systolic pressure ~12 mmHg and diastolic ~5.5 mmHg; sleeping can lower systolic by up to 10 mmHg.

Blood Pressure Classification Tables

JNC7 Classification (U.S. adults):

WHO Classification (adults outside U.S. — Canada, Mexico, etc.):

Hypertension — Overview

Hypertension (consistently elevated readings) is called a "silent killer" because it often produces no symptoms, but can lead to stroke, heart attack, or other illness if untreated. It's often treatable when caught early through lifestyle changes (no smoking, reduced salt/fat, healthy weight, regular exercise, regular checkups, periodic BP monitoring) and physician-prescribed medication.

Why measure at home? Doctor's-office readings can be elevated by anxiety ("white coat hypertension"). Home self-measurement supplements your doctor's readings for a more accurate, complete history; studies show detection and treatment improve when patients do both.

Keys to Successful Monitoring

• Measure at the same time every day, in the same chair/position.
• Don't cross legs; keep feet flat on the floor.
• Relax 5 minutes before measuring.
• Use the correct cuff size.
• Sit still — no talking, eating, or sudden movements.
• Record every measurement in a logbook.

Establishing a baseline: Devote two weeks to consistent measurement (same time, place, chair, cuff) to build a baseline you can compare future readings against — useful for evaluating lifestyle or medication changes. Readings are recorded as systolic/diastolic (e.g. "120/80") with pulse written as "P 72".

Troubleshooting

If these actions don't solve the problem, call 1-888-726-9966 (Canada: 1-800-461-0991). Do not attempt to repair the device yourself.

Specifications

Measurements are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method, within limits prescribed by the American National Standards Institute for electronic/automated sphygmomanometers.

Warranty & Contact

This LifeSource blood pressure product is covered by a Lifetime Warranty — see the warranty card for details, or register at www.LifeSourceOnline.com.

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

Canadian Residents: Auto Control Medical, 6695 Millcreek Drive, Unit 5, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 5R8
Toll-Free: 1-800-461-0991 — www.autocontrol.com