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7.Very Important: Proper cuff size is critical to accurate measurement. This cuff is suitable for your use if the Index line falls within the OK range as shown below. If the Index line falls out of the OK range, you may need a cuff with other circumferences. Contact HoMedics Consumer Relations regarding additional cuff sizes.
OK Range
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OK RANGE 
MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
Important Notes:
• Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is |
in constant fluctuation throughout the day. |
• Blood pressure measurement can be affected by the |
position of the user, his or her physiologic condition |
and other factors. For greatest accuracy, wait 1 |
hour after exercising, bathing, eating, drinking |
beverages with alcohol or caffeine, or smoking to |
measure blood pressure. |
INDEX
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2~3cm
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• Before measurement, it is suggested that you sit |
quietly for 15 minutes as measurements taken during |
a relaxed state will have greater accuracy. You |
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Index
8.Lay your arm on a table (palm upward) so the cuff is at the same height as your heart. Make sure the tube is not kinked.
taking a measurement. |
• During the measurement, do not talk or move your |
arm or hand muscles. |
• See page 23 for additional notes regarding your |
blood pressure measurement. |
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