Taking a Reading
Advice:
In general, blood pressure measurements are lower on the second attempt because you are calmer.
For people who easily get tense, measuring twice each time is advised. When two measurements are taken, normally the smaller measurement is stored.
When taking two measurements, always stay quiet for 4 to 5 minutes after the first measurement before taking the second measurement.
Getting into the proper position for taking a measurement
Place the main unit on a table so that it is flat and the center of the unit is at heart height.
*Differences in height will cause differences in blood pressure values.
If the heights of the chair and table are not suitable, you may have to lean forward. In this case, form a stable stack of books or similar objects under the main unit to adjust the height of the main unit.
*You cannot use the unit while lying down. Use only in a sitting position.
1 Put the main unit on a table in front of you
Elbow rest
and slide your arm through the measurement section of the unit.
• Remove your shirt or roll up your sleeve so that the measuring section will be on your bare skin.
•If rolling up your sleeve causes pressure on your arm or underarm, remove your shirt for measurements.
Be sure that the
2 Place your elbow on the elbow rest with
your palm up and relax.