A&D UA-774 manual Taking Your Blood Pressure

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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

NOTE: If you wish to stop inflation at any time, press either START button again.

NOTE: The maximum cuff pressure is set at 280 mmHg. If it reaches 280 mmHg, the auto exhaust will be triggered and cuff pressure will deflate to 0.

6.When the inflation is complete, the deflation starts automat- ically and the blinks, indicating that the measurement is in progress. Once the pulse is detected, the symbol flashes with each pulse beat.

NOTE: If an appropriate pressure is not obtained, the device automatically starts to inflate again.

7.When the measurement is complete, the systolic

and diastolic pressure readings and pulse rate are displayed and stored. See Page E-9 for more details about the memory function.

The cuff deflates and the monitor automatically shuts off after 60 seconds, or you can turn it off by pressing either START button.

8.Remove cuff and make note of your blood pressure and pulse rate on the Blood Pressure Record chart (see Page E-15), indicating the date and time of measurement.

Additional logbook charts can be downloaded and printed for free at www.LifeSourceOnline.com. or www.autocontrol.com.

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Contents Blood Pressure Monitor Important Information PrecautionsLifeSource Health Line Toll-Free Table of Contents Display Condition/Cause Recommended Symbol Action What Display Symbols MeanMonitor Components Before YOU Start HOW UA-774 WorksSelecting the Correct Cuff Size Cuff Size Indicator On The CuffNormal Measurement with Readings Stored in Memory Taking Your Blood PressureImportant Measure pressure at the same time each day Taking Your Blood Pressure About Memory About Average ReadingAbout Pressure Indicator What is AN Irregular HeartbeatConnecting the AC adapter to the monitor Using the Monitor with AC AdapterWhat Affects Blood Pressure? What Is Blood Pressure?Can Hypertension Be Controlled? What Is Hypertension?Assessing High Blood Pressure How Do I Record My Blood Pressure? Why Measure Blood Pressure at Home?About Blood Pressure Keys to Successful MonitoringCanada Toll-Free Problem Probable cause Corrective action TroubleshootingSpecifications Contact Information We Can Help