described in this manual to get to know your normal blood pressure. Regular readings give a more comprehensive blood pressure history. Be sure to note date and time when recording your blood pressure. Consult your doctor to interpret your blood pressure data.
Troubleshooting
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| Batteries are drained. | Replace all batteries with new | |||
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display, even |
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| Battery terminals are not | negative and positive terminals | ||||
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The cuff does |
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| completely, the mark |
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| The cuff is not fastened | Fasten the cuff correctly. | |||
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| You moved your arm or | Make sure you remain very still | |||
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not measure. |
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| Sit comfortably and still. | |
Readings are |
| The cuff position is not | ||||
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low. |
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Note: If the actions described above do not solve the problem, contact the
