American Diagnostic Corporation (ADC) Advantage Ultra - Manual (Page 2)

I. A SPECIAL THANK YOU
Congratulations on your purchase of an ADC® Advantage™ Automatic Blood Pressure
Monitor.
In hospitals and physician's offices throughout the world, where accuracy and
dependability are critical, ADC® professional diagnostic products are the instruments of
choice.
Now you, too, can enjoy the benefits of ADC® engineering and quality in the home. This
feature rich instrument was designed to simplify the measurement of blood pressure and
pulse rate at home and deliver consistent, dependable results.
Read this booklet thoroughly before attempting to use your new ADC® Advantage™
Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor.
1. INTRODUCTION AND INTENDED USE
This manual is for Advantage ™ (6021N), Advantage ™ PLUS (6022N), and Advantage ™ ULTRA
(6023N) models. To find the model number of your device, look on the rating label located on
the underside of the unit.
Your blood pressure monitor with ADC ® Averaging Mode, Irregular Heartbeat Detection, and
PC Link Blood Pressure Analyzer Software (6023N model only) is a fully automatic digital
blood pressure measuring device for use by adults on the upper arm at home or in your
doctor’s/nurse’s office. It enables very fast and reliable measurement of systolic and
diastolic blood pressure as well as pulse through the oscillometric method. This device
offers clinically proven accuracy and has been designed to be user friendly.
Before using, please read this instruction manual carefully and then keep it in a safe place.
Please contact your doctor for further questions on the subject of blood pressure and its
measurement.
Remember…
Only a healthcare professional is qualified to interpret blood pressure measurements. •
This device is NOT intended to replace regular medical checkups.
It is recommended that your physician review your procedure for using this device. •
Blood pressure readings obtained by this device should be verified before prescribing or •
making adjustments to any medications used to control hypertension. Under no
circumstances should YOU alter the dosages of any drugs prescribed by your doctor.
This monitor is intended for use by adults only. Consult with a physician before using •
this instrument on a child.
In cases of irregular heartbeat (Arrhythmia), measurements made with this instrument •
should only be evaluated after consultation with your doctor.
Familiarize yourself with the section titled "About Blood Pressure". It contains important •
information on the dynamics of blood pressure readings and will help you to obtain the
best results.
2. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Warning: The device contains sensitive electronic components. Avoid strong electrical or
electromagnetic fields in the direct vicinity of the device (e.g., mobile telephones, microwave
ovens). These can lead to temporary impairment of the measuring accuracy.