Using the Monitor

Attaching The Arm Cuff

Rolling up shirtsleeve

1.

Wrap the cuff around the upper

 

arm, about 2 - 3 cm above the

 

 

elbow, as shown. Place the cuff

 

 

directly against the skin, as

 

 

clothing may cause a faint pulse,

 

 

and result in a measurement error.

 

2.

Constriction of the upper arm,

Air Hose

 

caused by rolling up a shirtsleeve,

 

2 -3 cm

 

may prevent accurate readings.

 

 

 

Constriction of the Upper Arm

How To Take Proper Measurements

 

 

For the most accurate blood

 

 

pressure measurement:

 

 

Sit comfortably at a table.

 

 

Rest your arm on the table.

 

 

Relax for about five to ten minutes

 

 

before measurement.

 

 

Place the center of the cuff at the same height as your heart.

 

Remain still and keep quiet during measurement.

 

 

Do not measure right after physical exercise or a bath. Rest for twenty or

 

thirty minutes before taking the measurement.

 

 

Try to measure your blood pressure at the same time every day.

Measurement

During measurement, it is normal for the cuff to feel very tight. (Do not be alarmed)

After Measurement

After measurement, press the START Remove the cuff and record your data.

button to turn off the power.

Note: The device has an automatic power shut-off function, which turns the power off approximately one minute after measurement.

Allow at least ten minutes between measurements on the same person.

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A&D UA-767 instruction manual Attaching The Arm Cuff, How To Take Proper Measurements, After Measurement