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Please read this entire booklet before using the AfibAlert
®
.
It contains important information on its use.
CAUTION!
This device is contra-indicated for use in combination with pacemakers. Do not use the AfibAlert
®
if you
have a pacemaker. It will not harm you or the pacemaker, but the pacemaker pulses will negate the
accuracy of the internal AfibAlert
®
algorithm.
Note: Operation of this device near sources of electromagnetic interference (such as radio
transmitters) may adversely affect the quality of the ECG signal. This device complies with AAMI EC-38
applicable specifications regarding electromagnetic compatibility.
The AfibAlert
®
is designed to help you and your physician manage your Atrial Fibrillation. It is not a
substitute for medical care. Only your physician can make a conclusive diagnosis of Atrial Fibrillation.
If you are experiencing any symptoms (see page 13), please consult with your physician, or if you feel
you are in immediate danger, call 911 or other emergency personnel immediately.
THIS DEVICE MONITORS FOR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION ONLY. IT WILL NOT
DETECT OTHER POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING ARRHYTHMIAS, AND IT IS POSSIBLE THAT OTHER
CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS MAY BE PRESENT EVEN IF THE GREEN LIGHT ILLUMINATES. AGAIN, ITS
ONLY PURPOSE IS TO DETECT THE PRESENCE OF ATRIAL FIBRILLATION.
Although the AfibAlert
®
is highly accurate in the detection of Atrial Fibrillation, certain cardiac
rhythms and electrode contact failure can reduce the accuracy. If you feel you are in Atrial
Fibrillation or are unsure of your symptom, please consult with your physician. It is always best to
take a reading and transmit the data if you are symptomatic. If properly transmitted, your data will
be available if your physician would like to review it at a later date.
The AfibAlert
®
only monitors for Atrial Fibrillation during the 45-second testing period. It does not
continuously monitor your heart and therefore cannot alert you if Atrial Fibrillation happens at any
other time.
IF YOU FEEL YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER, CALL 911 OR OTHER EMERGENCY PERSONNEL
IMMEDIATELY!
Save all packaging materials in the event you must return the AfibAlert
®
for software updates and/or
exchanges.
IMPORTANT
: Stored test data must be sent to your physician for interpretation. This can be done by
either:
a) uploading the data through your computer to an Internet web site (see page 30)
b) transmitting the data over the telephone.
CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW RESTRICTS THIS DEVICE TO SALE BY OR ON THE
ORDER OF A LICENSED HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.
