Current Health G2 Home Hub User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- Current Health
Table of Contents
- Current Health G2 Home Hub
- What’s in the Kit?
- Setting Up
- Applying the Wearable
- Charging the Wearable: Method 1 (On your arm)
- Charging the Wearable: Method 2 (In the dock)
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Safety & Precautions
- FCC WARN ING STATEMENT
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Current Health G2 Home Hub
What’s in the Kit?
Wearable
Monitors vital signs
Straps (and strap size guide)
Holds wearable device on the arm.
Home Hub
Connects wearable to the internet
Charging dock
Charges the wearable
Setting Up
- Remove the white Home Hub from the kit and plug it into a power socket, ideally near a window.
- Wait for 5 minutes while the Home Hub sets up. When it’s ready, three solid blue lights will appear on the front of the Home Hub.
- If 5 minutes have passed and three solid blue lights are not showing, move the Home Hub next to your internet router (if available), unplugging and using a different power outlet if necessary.
- Remove the white ethernet cable from the kit, and plug one end of the ethernet cable into the back of the Home Hub and the other end into an available slot in the back of your internet router . Wait for 5 minutes until three solid blue lights appear on the front of the Home Hub. Remove the charging dock from the kit and plug it into a power outlet.Ch oose a lo cat ion that is easily acce ssible as you will need to use the charging dock daily, to charge the wearable.
Applying the Wearable
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Remove the wearable from the kit. Before applying the wearable for the first time, it needs to be fully charged.
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Place the charger head onto the wearable, ensuring that the metal contact points of the charger head and wearable align. Magnets will snap the charger head into place, and hold it in place until you remove it. The lights on the charging dock wi II pulse green to indicate that the wearable is being charged correctly.
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Place the wearable, with charger head attached, into the charging dock. Charging takes approximately 30 minutes. When the wearable is fully charged, the lights on the charging dock will stop flashing and turn a solid green. You should then remove the charger head from the wearable and place it back in the charging dock.
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Remove the appropriate size of strap needed from the kit. If you do not know which size of strap to use, remove the strap size guide from the kit, and slide it up the arm. As you tighten the guide, the size of the strap needed will be displayed.
Insert the wearable into the strap, ensuring the arrows on the wearable and the strap align. The wearable will pop into place when inserted correctly. -
Thread the velcro end of the strap through the slot on the opposite end, and fold the end over to create a loop.
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Slide the wearable up the arm, arrows pointing towards the shoulder, and tighten. Make sure the wearable is at least 2 inches above the elbow, on the outside of the arm and the back of the wearable is in good, snug contact with the skin.
Charging the Wearable: Method 1 (On your arm)
- Check the charging dock is plugged into a power outlet. Remove the charger head from the charging dock. The top light on the charging dock will flash orange to indicate that it is ready to be attached.
- Place the charger head onto the wearable, ensuring that the metal contact points of the charger head and wearable align. Magnets will snap the charger head into place, and hold it in place until you remove it. The lights on the charging dock wi II pulse green to indicate that the wearable is being charged correctly.
- Charging takes about 30 minutes.
- When the wearable is fully charged, the lights on the charging dock will stop pulsing and turn a solid green.
- Remove the charger head from the wearable and place it back in the charging dock.
Charging the Wearable: Method 2 (In the dock)
- Loosen the strap and remove the wearable from the arm. Pop the wearable out of its strap.
- Check the charging dock is plugged into a power outlet. Remove the charger head from the charging dock. The top light on the charging dock will flash orange to indicate that it is ready to be attached.
- Place the charger head onto the wearable, ensuring that the metal contact points of the charger head and wearable align. Magnets will snap the charger head into place, and hold it in place until you remove it. The lights on the charging dock wi II pulse green to indicate that the wearable is being charged correctly.
- Place the wearable, with charger head attached, into the charging dock. Charging takes approximately 30 minutes.
- When the wearable is fully charged, the lights on the charging dock will stop pulsing and turn a solid green.
- Remove the wearable and charger head from the charging dock. Remove the charger head from the wearable and place it back in the charging dock. Now put the wearable back on.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I wear the wearable?
Unless your healthcare professional has told you otherwise, you should Id wear
the wearable a II the time for the duration of the program, during the day and
while sleeping at night You can remove the wearable to shower, but you should
aim to reapply the wearable within 15-30 mins.
Do I need to remove the wearable when bathing or showering?
Yes, you should remove the wearable before bathing and showering and put it
back on once you have dried off The wearable is splash-proof but should not be
exposed to very steamy or damp environments such as your bathroom.
Could the wearable strap be too tight or too I oose?
The wearable should be fitted snugly to the arm. Once fitted, when moved
gently from side to side, the wearable should not slide around the arm, but
should move with the skin underneath it The strap should not be squeezing your
arm or causing discomfort. If, when you remove the device, there are red marks
or imprints on your arm, then consider fitting a little more loosely next
time.
Are there any clothing or skincare restrictions with the wearable?
You should not wear anything between the wearable and your arm – the wearable
must be in full contact with your skin. You may wear loose clothing over the
device. In order to keep the sensor on the back of the wearable clean and free
of debris, please wait a while for any lotion or sunblock to absorb on the
upper arm before putting the wearable back on.
How should I choose what arm to apply the wearable to? The wearable can be
used on either arm. When fitting the wearable, please try to avoid the
following areas
- Dense hairy areas
- Moles or areas of raised skin
- Deep wrinkles, areas of pitted skin, or scar tissue
- Tattoos or areas of varying skin color
- Sunburn or inflamed skin
How long should the battery I ast on the wearable, and how often should I
change it?
You should try to charge the wearable every day for 15-30 minutes. The battery
in the wearable will last slightly longer than 24 hours. My velcro strap is
dirty/worn down, what should I do? Please contact your care team who wi 11
send you a replacement.
Can the Home hub use my home internet connection?
Yes. If after plugging in the Home Hub there are not three solid blue lights
on the front within 5 minutes then you should follow the instructions in this
guide to plug the Home Hub into your home internet router.
What if I don’t have home internet?
If you have no internet and we haven’t been able to get a connection through
the cellular network, then you should contact your care team.
How can I tell if the Home hub is connected properly?
There are three lights on the front of the home hub. If all are solid blue,
everything’s working fine.
How close do I need to be to the Home Hub for the data from the wearable to
be sent to the Coordinator/Provider?
The Home Hub wi II covers all areas of the average home. If your home
environment leaves you frequently out of contact with the Home Hub, your care
team will contact you.
What happens if I’m out of range of the Home Hub?
If you go out of range of the Home Hub the wearable wi 11 stores up to 18
hours of information, provided it remains on your arm. Once you come back into
range of the Home Hub, it wi II be transmitted.
How do I get help with the Current Health Kit?
For help with your Current Health Kit, please contact your care team.
Safety & Precautions
GENERAL
Current Health is intended for use in a healthcare environment or in your
home. It is intended for use by adults only. Current Health is not a toy.
Please take care of the equipment. Please only use Current Health as
described. Please don’t modify or change the Current Health equipment. Please
only use Current Health with the accessories provided. Please check the
Current Health equipment before you use it. If you see any damage, please set
it aside and contact your care team for a replacement. If at any point the
Current Health device or other equipment becomes damaged, please contact your
care team and they will replace it. Please do not place any part of Current
Health in your mouth as it can be a choking hazard. Please keep the Current
Health equipment out of direct sunlight and when not in use, please store in a
clean, dry area. Please keep the equipment away from sources of heat. Once
your care team lets you know that you don’t need to use Current Health any
longer, please do not dispose of the Current Health equipment. It will be
collected by your care team or by Current Health. Please remove the Current
Health wearable and other equipment before you receive an MRI. The wearable
and equipment should also be removed before defibrillating action.
ON-ARM CHARGING
Warning: If you have a pacemaker or you use other mechanical or electro-
mechanical medical devices, you should not charge the wearable on your arm.
Instead, charge it in the charging dock. Please don’t charge the wearable on
your arm while you are in the bath or shower. Please make sure you are dry
before charging the wearable on your arm. Please doesn’t charge the wearable
on your arm while you are holding another device that is connected to a mains
power outlet.
STRAP
Please inspects the strap used to attach your wearable to your arm regularly.
If your strap frays or stops holding the wearable securely on your arm, please
contact your care team for a replacement
If you require additional straps, please contact your care team.
WEARABLE
The wearable device uses the included strap to fit on either your left or
right upper arm. Don’t apply the wearable over open wounds, sores, or cuts.
The wearable is protected against splashes and spills but should be cleaned
after any contact with liquid. It is not suitable to wear in the bath or the
shower. It should be cleaned with an antibacterial wipe. The wearable is a
medical device and should be handled carefully. If any cracks or splits appear
on the device, stop using it and let your care team know. Please take care
with your wearable as there may be a buildup of electrostatic energy during
movement. High-frequency equipment such as microwave ovens can interfere with
the Current Heal th wearable If any redness appears under or around the
wearable, stop using it and let your care team know.
CHARGING DOCK
Take care when handling the charging head and cable. Before charging a
wearable device, inspect the Charging Dock and power cable for damage. If you
notice any damage they should not be used and you should contact your care
team for replacement. Only use the mains power adapter provided with Current
Health to connect the charging dock. Please take care to prevent any I liquid
getting onto or into the Charging Dock. If the Charging Dock does get
something spilled on it, or it falls into liquid, please contact your Care
Team for a replacement. Please take care with your Charging Dock’s cable and
ensure it is stored correctly. The cable can be a trip hazard or strangulation
hazard. If the power cable for the Charging Dock appears damaged or frayed,
please don’t use it and contact your care team for a replacement. Before
charging, please check the charging contacts on the wearable and the charger
head and, if there is any dirt, clean with a dry cloth.
FCC WARN ING STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End- users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CLEANING THE WEARABLE
The Current Health equipment is not sterile. A dry cloth can be used to wipe
the equipment of any dust or dirt. This includes the charging contacts of the
wearable.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
- Warning/Caution – this symbol shows information to be aware of to ensure safe use of the device.
- Manufacturer – this symbol shows who the manufacturer of the Medical Device is. This is Current Health Ltd.
- Catalog number – this is the product number that can be referenced
- CE Mark – this symbol demonstrates the Current Health system meets the requirements of the Medical Device Directive.
- Classification Type BF Applied Part – this symbol shows it meets the electrical safety requirements
- Magnetic Resonance Unsafe – the equipment should not be used in an area such as an MRI room
- Rx only symbol – the equipment is available only on prescription from your healthcare professional
SPECIFICATIONS FOR WEARABLE
The wearable operates at room temperature. This information is provided for
your information as the specification for which the wearable can operate. The
wearable and charging dock can be used in temperatures between 5°C (41° F) to
40° C (104° F) and stored between -20°C (-4°F) to 60°C (140°F) up to 95%
relative humidity The wearable is IP22, and the charging dock is IP21, which
means it is protected from dust and water ingress in the home environment.
When not connected to the Home Hub, the wearable can store up to 10 hours of
information.
WHO IS YOUR CURRENT HEALTH?
- Current Health Ltd is a global healthcare company and we manufacture this equipment.
- You can contact us at hello@currenthealth.com.
- You can also write to us at:
- UK Playfair House, Broughton Street Lane, Edinburgh, EH13LY
- US 575 5th Avenue, New York, NY, 10017
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