Activ8rlives Upper Arm Blood Pressure2 Monitor App User Guide

Activ8rlives Upper Arm Blood Pressure2 Monitor App

Blood Pressure2 connects via Bluetooth 4.0 and uploads data to Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness and Active+ me REMOTE Apps. Works with: Bluetooth Smart Ready device (typically Bluetooth 4.0+), iOS 12+ and Android 10+. Apple Health App compatible.

MEASURING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

OVERVIEW

We are a healthcare company. Our mission is to empower you to take care of your health and that of your family by self-care through
self-monitoring. From tracking levels of physical activity, weight, food intake, cardiovascular and lung function, to a new generation of at-home testing for long-term lung disease, we provide the devices and web-based tools to help you be active, eat well and stay healthy. Learn more at www.activ8rlives.com

Your Activ8rlives Upper-Arm Blood Pressure2 Monitor
Please read this manual carefully before you use your new device so that you do not injure yourself or others, or cause damage to your new device through improper use.

Intended Use for Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor:
The Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor is a device that can measure your blood pressure and heart rate and connect to the Active+ me REMOTE (subscription) or Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness (free) Apps. These devices are intended for measuring the blood pressure and heart rate on the upper-arm and is intended for use by adults only and for use indoors. The solution is not intended for primary or self-diagnosis or as a substitute for medical care, and it is not intended to provide real-time data. The Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor is easy-to-use, with two models available:

• PINK for small—medium upper-arm circumference of 17 — 32cm
• BLUE for medium—larger upper-arm circumference of 25 — 48cm

This product uses the Oscillometric Measuring Method to detect blood pressure. Before every measurement, it establishes a zero point equivalent to atmospheric pressure. Then it inflates the upper-arm cuff. The device detects pressure oscillations generated beat-to-beat by your heart. It measures two pressures called: Systolic pressure and Diastolic pressure, as well as your pulse rate.

• If in any doubt about your health, please consult your medical team first and follow their advice closely.

Health and Safety Notices

WARNINGS: The Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor is intended for home indoor use by the user only. It is not intended or certified for use by medical professionals with patients during procedures, treatment or transport. The solution is not intended for self-diagnosis or as a substitute for medical care and it is not intended to provide real-time data.

WARNING: You should NOT use this device if you:

• are pregnant and are suffering from pre-eclampsia;
• have an implanted medical device of any kind;
• have atrial fibrillation;
• premature ventricular beats;
• peripheral arterial disease;
• are in strong electric or magnetic fields that radiate interference signal or electrical fast transient/burst signal; or
• are allergic to Dacron or plastics.

MEDICAL ALERT: High or Low Blood Pressure can be a life-threatening condition. Do not start or end medical treatments based on information obtained from this device. Only make changes on the instruction of your Doctor. If you are taking medication, consult your Medical Team as to the best time for you to take measurements. Never change your medication regime other than under the instruction of your Doctor. If you continue to have symptoms, consult your medical team. Do not rely on the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor to diagnose blood pressure conditions.

• This device is not suitable for continuous monitoring (ambulatory) during medical emergencies, operations or in transporting patients. After the cuff has been inflated for a long period, blood flow to the arm and fingers will be restricted, detach the cuff from your arm to prevent injury. This device is intended for non-invasive measuring and monitoring of arterial blood pressure. It is not intended for use on extremities other than the upper arm or for functions other than obtaining a blood pressure measurement. Please use this device as specified in this manual or the results may become inaccurate.
• If the pressure in the cuff exceeds 40 kPa (300 mmHg) the unit will automatically deflate. If the cuff does not deflate when its pressure exceeds this limit, detach the cuff from your arm and turn off the device immediately to prevent injury. Do not wash the monitor in water. Use a soft, microfiber cloth for cleaning. Do not use harsh cleaning products as these will cause damage to your Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor. Do not allow sharp objects to scratch the surface as it will make it difficult to clean and do NOT puncture the cuff as this will damage it. Do not allow your Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor to be subjected to excessive forces, shocks, dust, temperature changes or humidity over the range specified on Page 22. Harsh physical treatment may stop your Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor from working. Do not remove the top cover to the battery compartment or tamper with the internal components. If you do,  you will invalidate your warranty and may cause irreparable damage. There are no user-serviceable parts. When disposing of this product, ensure that it is collected separately for special treatment as it contains a lithium battery that should not be disposed of as normal household waste.
• The technical specifications for this product and the contents of this User Manual are subject to change without notice by the manufacturer.
• If you experience any serious incident that occurs in relation to this device, please report this to Aseptika Limited (Activ8rlives) and the competent authority of the Country in which you are based.

Customer Support 7-days-a-week, between 09:00—18:00 t: +44 (0)1480 352 821 or support@aseptika.com

Your Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor
Your Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor has several parts, the Main Unit, LCD Display and Upper-Arm Cuff. The Main Unit houses all the electronics, integrated battery, air pump and the Upper-Arm Cuff is attached to this. The Device has no user-serviceable parts and opening the case will void your warranty. It has a single button to operate it.

How Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor Works
Environmentalists and Governments are against using mercury in clinical practice and this is in line with other countries in Europe. As a result mercury column devices for measuring blood pressure are no longer available. Oscillatory devices, such as the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor, produce a digital readout and work on the principle that blood flowing through an artery between Systolic and Diastolic pressures causes vibrations in the arterial wall, which can be detected and transduced into electrical signals.

Common Questions

Why does my blood pressure fluctuate throughout the day?
Individual blood pressure varies throughout the day. Blood pressure can vary throughout the day for many reasons: exercise, weather, stress, eating, drinking etc. It is also affected by the way you wear your cuff and your measurement position, so try to be consistent in the way you take measurements. Always use the same arm to measure with the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor. If you are unsure about a measurement and you wish to repeat it, please wait 3-5 minutes before you take a second reading to allow the blood flow in your arm to recover.

Why is the blood pressure reading done in hospital different from the one at home?
There is also the “white coat“ factor in hospital, which might make the result higher than the ones at home. More important is the day-to-day changes or longitudinal profile you observe. Is your blood pressure tending towards better or worse values over time?

Can I use it on my Wrist?
The Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor is NOT designed to be used on anywhere other than the Upper-Arm. Do not use it on your wrist, as bones and tendons interfere with an accurate blood pressure reading taken at the wrist and the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor is not calibrated for use at the wrist.

Do I need to rest between readings?
Rest for 3-5 minutes before placing the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor to your upper arm and adopting the correct posture as described on Page 11.

What is Blood Pressure?
When your heart beats, it pumps blood around your body to give it the energy and oxygen it needs. As the blood moves, it pushes against the sides of the blood vessels. The strength of this pushing is your blood pressure. If your blood pressure is too high, it puts extra strain on your arteries (and your heart) and this may lead to heart attacks and strokes. Having high blood pressure (hypertension) is not usually something that you feel or notice. It does not tend to produce obvious signs or symptoms. The only way to know your blood pressure, is to have it measured using a Blood Pressure Monitor. Blood pressure is measured in ‘millimetres of mercury’ (mmHg) and is written as two numbers. For example, if your reading is 120/80mmHg, your blood pressure is ‘120 over 80’. Every blood pressure reading consists of two numbers or levels. They are shown as one number on top of the other. The top number is your Systolic blood pressure. The highest pressure when your heart beats and pushes the blood round your body. The bottom one is your Diastolic blood pressure. The lowest pressure when your heart rests between beats. The blood pressure chart on the following page shows ranges of high, low and healthy blood pressure readings. The blood pressure chart is suitable for adults of any age as the level for high blood pressure does not change with age. Globally, around 40% of adults aged 25 and over had raised blood pressure in 2008 (World Health Organization, WHO).

What Do Blood Pressure Readings Mean?
Only one of the numbers has to be higher or lower than it should be to count as either high blood pressure or low blood pressure: 90 over 60 (90/60) or less: You may have low blood pressure.

• More than 90 over 60 (90/60) and less than 120 over 80 (120/80): Your blood pressure reading is ideal and healthy.
• More than 120 over 80 and less than 140 over 90 (120/80—140/90): You have a normal blood pressure reading but it is a little higher than it should be, and you should try to lower it.
• 140 over 90 (140/90) or higher (over a number of weeks): You may have high blood pressure (hypertension) and should seek medical advice.

Blood Pressure Chart

The blood pressure classification was published by World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Society of Hypertension (ISH) in 1999. Blood pressure chart: Use the top number (Systolic) on the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor and plot on the left side of the blood pressure chart above. Read across, and use the bottom number (Diastolic) on the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor on the bottom of the blood pressure chart. Where the two readings meet, it indicates your blood pressure reading.

Viewing Your Data on Your PC or Mac Computer

Login via the Activ8rlives website, go to www.activ8rlives.com using the same Username and Password that you used for your App Login. From your Activ8rlives account you can view your Health Data, select the Timeframe and scroll down to view. The Activ8rlives Data website hosts an enhanced Dashboard. You have the choice of using either the Simple, Advanced or Expert settings by selecting the buttons in the top right-hand corner to switch between increasingly complex Dashboard layouts.

Printing your Data
Printing your data can be achieved by going to the Web version of your Activ8rlives account and touch the Print All tab or Copy Graph. These will be saved as a PDF file, as the example below, for easy printing or sending via email.

• Relax for 2-3 minutes before a measurement
• Always use the same arm
• The cuff should be 1-2cm or 1-2 fingers above the fold at your elbow Wait 3-5 minutes between measurements

Tips Before taking First Blood Pressure Measurement

• Tip #1: Try to take your blood pressure at the same time each day. It will vary throughout the day. Doing this in the morning as part of your daily routine is a good time, or whenever your medical team recommends you perform a reading.
• Tip #2: Sit down and relax for 2-3 minutes before each measurement. This is important to get consistent readings. It is often easier to do this at home when there is less stress.
• Tip #3: Sit in a chair, with feet flat on the floor, legs uncrossed. Rest your arms on a table located in front of you so that the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor is level with your heart.
• Tip #4: Remove clothing on the upper arm so that the cuff can be placed on bare skin.
• Tip #5: When placing the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor on your upper arm, note how the RED ARROW is placed over the artery that runs along the inside of your upper arm/elbow.
• Tip #6: The bottom of the cuff should be 1-2 cm (about 1 or 2 fingers) above the bend in your arm.
• Tip #7: We provide the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor in two-sized cuffs so that the cuff is secured firmly together at the Velcro patches to stop the cuff from slipping up or down on the upper arm for a more consistent reading.
• Tip #8: Keep still for the duration of the measurement. Moving, talking, eating, drinking or any other activity will produce errors.
• Tip #9: Use the same arm each time. Ideally the left arm (if you are right-handed) or vice versa.
• Tip #10: Completely deflate the cuff and wait 3-5 minutes between readings if you decide to take another measurement. Remember that the cuff applies pressure and this restricts blood flow into your lower arm.

Let’s get started with the Set-up and Connect to the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App
The Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor is programmed by and uploads information directly to and from your Activ8rlives account each time your Smartphone or Tablet (not included) is connected to it by Bluetooth 4.0.

This guide will show you how to:

1. Install the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness or Active+ me REMOTE App to your iOS or Android Smartphone or Tablet.
2. How to operate, use and take care of your Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor and connect to your Smartphone or Tablet.
3. How to take routine readings and upload directly to your Activ8rlives account.

If you follow these directions sequentially, it will take you about 5-10 minutes to learn how to measure your blood pressure and heart rate and connect to the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App.

Intended Use for Activ8rlives⁴ Health+ Wellness App

Activ8rlives⁴ Health+ Wellness App is an application software for mobile device intended for use in the home to assist people to receive and review information from connected medical and non-medical devices, track medication use, for effective health self-management. The user also can share the data via sharing functions. Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App is a Class I medical device designed for use with persons 5-80+ years-old, and 5-12 years-old with adult supervision, who have a health condition for which the App can be used at home for their self-care.

Health and Safety Notices

Activ8rlives⁴ Health+ Wellness App is not intended to monitor vital physiological parameters where variation could result in immediate danger.

• Long-term health conditions (LTHC) can be life-threatening. Always take medication as prescribed. If you experience any LTHC-related symptoms, refer to your Care Plan and follow the instructions carefully. If you continue to have symptoms, consult your medical team.
• Do not rely on the Activ8rlives⁴ Health+ Wellness App to diagnose or treat any long-term health condition. Only recommended for children 5 years of age and over and only under adult supervision.
• Do not rely solely on the Reminder capabilities of the Activ8rlives⁴ Health+  Wellness App to take your prescribed medication as directed by your medical team.

Installing the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App on Your Smartphone or Tablet (Bluetooth 4.0 Enabled Device are required to use this device).
Download the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App from the App Store appropriate to your device. Search for Activ8rlives in the search bar of your App Store or scan the QR code below and it will take you to the appropriate App Store for your device.

• Apple devices running iOS 12+ that are Bluetooth Smart Ready (typically Bluetooth 4.0+).
• Android devices running Android 10+ that are Bluetooth Smart Ready (typically Bluetooth 4.0+).

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please adjust the screen lock function on your Smartphone or Tablet to be longer than 2 minutes to allow the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor time to sync with your device. Short times of less than 2 minutes cause frequent loss of connectivity.

• Help Videos in App, follow this ?
• Website www.Activ8rlives.com
• YouTube http://bit.ly/Activ8rlives

Still Need Help
We are here to help you 7-days-a-week, so please call us to help you set-up your device on UK 01480 352821.

HOW TO USE

Sending Your Data to Cloud

If your Smartphone or Tablet is connected to the internet by WiFi, your data will upload to your online Activ8rlives account automatically. If there is an arrow in the Cloud it indicates that you have data to upload to the Cloud Server. Touch the Cloud icon and it will automatically detect and synchronize if you are on WiFi. Touch the Synchronize bar to upload via the Cellular network to upload the data. By touching the Download bar your data will download from the Cloud for you to view on the App. If there are no networks available the data will be uploaded at a later time by either WiFi or Cellular when you are within range. The data is not lost and you do not have to take the reading again. When the data is stored in the Activ8rlives secure Cloud, this means that you can view your data (from today, yesterday, a week, a month or years ago) at any time via the Smartphone App or Activ8rlives website. www.activ8rlives.com

Data Security

The storage of your data is hosted on our private Cloud Server operated by AWS (London, UK). No data ever leaves the UK and we work to the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit and Cyber Essentials Plus standards.

Health

Apple Health App Integration

Included in the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App is the ability to allow users to record data from Activ8rlives’ growing range of consumer-focused health monitors and store these data in both the Activ8rlives Cloud servers and Apple’s Health App via your iPhone. From the Menu of the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App, select Apple Health and it will guide you through step- by-step the process of set-up of Apple Health within the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App. You must enable all related types of data in the categories to sync to Apple Health then touch Synchronize Apple Health. Note: Apple’s Health App option does not appear on iPads or on older iPhones running versions below iOS 9.

LCD Display
On completion of a reading using this device, it will display your values on the device’s LCD Display and the color of the background of the LCD Display will change from Green to Amber to Red when your reading is with the different WHO Blood Pressure Classification zones (more details on Page 8-9). The Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor can be quickly set up the first time it is synchronized with the Activ8rlives4 Health+ Wellness App and it uploads the reading to the Activ8rlives4 Health +Wellness App where it will display your data as Green, Amber or Red depending on your blood pressure as it falls according to the WHO Blood Pressure classification (see Page 8-9).

Trouble Shooting

Help Menu?
Help can be found on all pages of the Activ8rlives4 Health +Wellness App in the top right-hand corner. Touch ? to expand the page and scroll down through the Help information, including viewing the Help Videos and PDF Manual. Touch! To reveal helpful hints.

Will Not Connect via Bluetooth?
Requires Bluetooth Smart Ready device (typically Bluetooth 4.0+),iOS 12+ and Android 10+. If the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor device will not connect to Bluetooth, first check that Bluetooth is switched on your Smartphone or Tablet.

Changing the Monitor you Use
If for some reason you want to change the device you measure your blood pressure with, go through the process of Identifying yourmonitor on Page 14-17. The screen will move to the next instructions of How to fit the cuff correctly but instead, touch the Change Monitor button and select between using the original Blood Pressure Monitor, Blood Pressure2 Monitor or manually entering your reading.

Activ8rlives App Crashes
Close other Apps open on your Smartphone or Tablet, as these may be using too much memory to allow the Activ8rlives Apps to function. Rebooting the Smartphone or Tablet often helps.

App Showing No Reading
If you have not taken a reading for a while or if the Smartphone or Tablet has been power cycled (i.e. turned off and then on again) you may need to reconnect the Activ8rlives Blood Pressure2 Monitor with the Smartphone or Tablet by repeating the connection process as described on Page 14-17.

Trouble Shooting and Error Codes

Specifications

Warranty

Activ8rlives (Aseptika Limited) guarantees this product for one (1) year after the date of purchase. The guarantee does not cover the battery, packaging and damages of any kind due to misuse, such as: dropping or physical misuse caused by the user or water damage outside of the stipulated usage. Claimed products will be replaced when returned marked as DAMAGED together with the original proof-of-purchase. For any general inquiries or technical questions concerning the product or questions about the warranty, please contact Activ8rlives — details are on the back of this User Manual.

Labelling and Symbols

Aseptika Limited (Activ8rlives)
Suite 5, SiTwo (formerly LDH House)
Parsons Green
St Ives
Cambridgeshire
PE27 4AA
United Kingdom

• t: +44 (0)1480 352 821
• e: support@aseptika.com
• w: www.activ8rlives.com

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