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50036-1 | Zona Plus

Zona Plus

Series 2

User’s Guide

Important: Review these instructions prior to

using the Zona Plus.

Summary of Contents for Plus Series 2

Page 1: ...50036 1 Zona PlusTM Series 2 User s Guide Page I 2012 2013 Zona PlusTM Series 2 User s Guide Important Review these instructions prior to using the Zona Plus ...

Page 2: ...our Zona Plus will guide you to a targeted zone that magnifies your body s blood pressure lowering response allowing you to see maximal results while using the Zona Plus just 12 minutes once per day 5 days per week Most people see significant results in 6 to 12 weeks These instructions will provide you with the information you need to succeed in using the Zona Plus If you would like to see a video...

Page 3: ...pressure under control with anti hypertension medications it is likely that they will mask the effects of the Zona Plus If you fall into this category we recommend working with your physician to slowly reduce your medications after 8 weeks of use Do not change medications without your physician s approval Many users are able to get to where they are no longer taking any medications and simply usin...

Page 4: ... USED 5 DIRECTIONS FOR USE 5 Getting Started Get Comfortable 5 Set Your Maximum Squeeze Level In Each Hand Steps 1 and 2 6 The Isometric Therapy Session Detailed Step by Step Instructions 8 What if I Have a Problem 14 How do I Care for the Zona Plus 16 List of Box Contents 17 SPECIFICATIONS 17 Zona Plus Warranty 18 GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER S DECLARATION 20 Progress Chart 12 week 23 Zona Plus Ther...

Page 5: ...ontraindications to the use of the Zona Plus WARNINGS Contact your healthcare professional before using the Zona Plus to ensure that it is safe for you to begin an isometric handgrip therapy program Rarely patients using both medication and the Zona Plus for high blood pressure have reported experiences of lightheadedness when standing from a seated or laying position If you experience this please...

Page 6: ... at least 2 hours after using the Zona Plus before measuring your blood pressure so that your blood pressure measurements are not affected by Zona Plus use Do not submerge the device in any liquid Do not subject the device to sharp impacts such as those caused by dropping or striking another object Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures humidity dust or direct sunlight Never attempt to r...

Page 7: ...out of the Zona Plus as shown Step 3 Insert the battery into the battery housing positive end first as shown Tip The positive end has the little knob Step 4 Insert the battery housing back into the Zona Plus and make sure you hear a CLICK to ensure the battery housing in securely placed in the Zona Plus Tip The best way to get the battery housing to click into place after inserting it back into th...

Page 8: ...ECTIONS FOR USE Getting Started Get Comfortable Sit down in a comfortable chair and relax Hold the Zona Plus loosely as pictured on the right so that you can easily see the screen To turn the Zona Plus ON press the Green ON OFF Button and release it when you see the screen become active Notes There is a 3 second countdown right after the Zona Plus turns on the screen will display REST DO NOT SQUEE...

Page 9: ...s shown on page 5 in your right hand The 1 st progress bar circled at the top of the screen will show that you are now on Step 1 of the therapy session Squeeze as hard as you can for 1 2 seconds with your right hand then relax Rest for 10 seconds the screen will show REST and a 10 second countdown The device screen will inform you when to move onto the next step STEP 1 ...

Page 10: ... now on Step 2 of the therapy session Squeeze as hard as you can for 1 2 seconds with your left hand then relax Rest for 10 seconds the screen will show REST and a 10 second countdown DO NOT SQUEEZE the grip at this time These maximum squeeze levels will be used to set your target squeeze levels Your target squeeze levels will be significantly less than your maximum squeeze LEFT HAND Green ON OFF ...

Page 11: ...n see Figure A below Squeeze the Zona Plus just enough to display HOLD on the screen and hold this position while the timer on the Zona Plus display counts down from 120 seconds to 0 see Figure B below If the display does not show HOLD the display will tell you if you need to squeeze MORE Figure C or LESS Figure D The number of semicircular lines shows you how close you are to your target squeeze ...

Page 12: ...patient It should get easier the more you use the device At the end of the 120 second countdown you will see REST and then a 60 second REST countdown will start See Figure E on right Rest for 1 minute 60 seconds Place the Zona Plus in your left hand during the rest period so you will be ready to start Step 4 REST DISPLAY Figure E ...

Page 13: ...Zona Plus just enough to display HOLD on the screen and hold this position while the timer on the Zona Plus display counts down from 120 seconds to 0 see Figure G below If the display does not show HOLD the display will tell you if you need to squeeze MORE Figure H or LESS Figure I The number of semicircular lines shows you how close you are to your target squeeze level Figure F Figure G Figure H ...

Page 14: ...e 5 progress bars at the top of the screen will show that you are now on Step 5 of the therapy session Place the Zona Plus back into your left hand during the rest period so that you will be ready to start Step 6 Step 6 Left Hand Same as Step 4 Do the therapy with left hand as shown in Step 4 Six 6 progress bars at the top of the screen will show that you are now on Step 6 of the therapy session Y...

Page 15: ... display a score based on how well you maintained your target squeeze Record your score and the date you completed your session on the progress chart at the end of this user s guide Additional progress charts are available at www zona com progresschart pdf An example of a successful session Your Score A score of 100 is perfect but as long as you have scores at or above 80 you re performing the iso...

Page 16: ... hand is properly set Step 3 6 The Isometric Therapy Session The force sensor on the Zona Plus can detect even small changes in the squeeze force If your scores are below 80 even though you are staying within the HOLD zone for much of the isometric therapy session try squeezing a bit harder As long as the display shows HOLD it s better to squeeze more than less Q Can you use it more than 5 Days Ea...

Page 17: ...e button Make sure you are holding the button for at least 3 seconds Check that the battery is correctly installed in the device and that the battery housing is closed After 4 6 months use you may need to replace the battery Problem The device stops responding Make sure the battery housing is secure and firmly in place Check the battery housing it may be loose If the battery housing is loose set t...

Page 18: ...ealth Problem You are not achieving a score of at least 80 The score is a measure of your ability to squeeze at the target level HOLD for the required amount of time The force sensor on the Zona Plus can detect even small changes in the squeeze force If your scores are below 80 even though you are staying within the HOLD zone for much of the isometric therapy session try squeezing a bit harder As ...

Page 19: ...rviceable parts and with the exception of battery replacement see above should not be opened by anyone who is not a certified Zona Plus technician Never attempt to repair the device yourself Unauthorized opening of the device invalidates all warranties If your device is not working refer to the problem solving section above If you are unable to resolve the issue please contact Zona Health Storage ...

Page 20: ...striking another object Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures humidity dust or direct sunlight List of Box Contents Zona Plus S2 Device with battery installed User s Guide Carry Case SPECIFICATIONS Size 5 15 inches x 3 23 inches x 1 9 inches 131 mm x 82 mm x 48 5 mm Weight 5 0 oz 142 gm Battery user replaceable 123A 3V Lithium Storage Transportation Temperature Range 14 122 F 10 50 C Hu...

Page 21: ...h proof of purchase from an authorized reseller using the following procedures 1 Contact Zona Health to obtain a warranty authorization code and specific return and shipping instructions 2 Label and ship the product freight prepaid to the address provided by Zona Health 3 Place the warranty authorization code prominently on the outside of the carton Cartons not bearing a warranty authorization cod...

Page 22: ...OR INDIRECT COSTS EXPENSES OR DAMAGES Applicable law may not allow the limitations or exclusions on warranties or the limitation or exclusion of liability or incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Product Registration Registering your Zona Plus ensures you will receive any applicable product updates and information for years of continued enj...

Page 23: ...and Mobile RF Communications Equipment can affect Medical Electrical Equipment The use of accessories transducers and or cables other than those specified with the exception of those sold by the manufacturer as replacement parts for internal components may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the equipment or system The equipment or system should not be used adjacent to or stacke...

Page 24: ...egion For a complete listing of regulatory notices contact Zona Health THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH THE STANDARDS WITH RESPECT TO ELECTRIC SHOCK FIRE AND MECHANICAL HAZARDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH UL 60601 1 IEC EN 60601 1 CAN CSA C22 2 No 601 1 U S PAT 7 975 543 7 739 910 7 699 757 7 448 265 6 962 569 5 904 639 Other USA international patents pending ...

Page 25: ...069 80884258 EU 31 0 20 796 5421 UK 0800 046 1348 USA 866 669 9662 208 322 9399 customerinquiries zona com Zona Health Inc 12554 W Bridger St Suite 108 Boise ID 83713 www zona com Zona Health B V Strawinskylaan 411 1077 XX Amsterdam The Netherlands Designed and assembled in U S A ...

Page 26: ...50036 1 Zona PlusTM Series 2 User s Guide Page 23 2012 2013 Progress Chart 12 week 5 times a week minimum ...

Page 27: ...50036 1 Zona PlusTM Series 2 User s Guide Page 24 2012 2013 5 times a week minimum Additional progress charts are available at www zona com progresschart pdf ...

Page 28: ...50036 1 Zona PlusTM Series 2 User s Guide Page 25 2012 2013 Zona Plus Therapy Steps Overview ...

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