Using the Monitor
Attaching The Arm Cuff | Rolling up shirtsleeve | |
1. | Wrap the cuff around the upper | |
| arm, about 2 - 3 cm above the |
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| elbow, as shown. Place the cuff |
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| directly against the skin, as |
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| clothing may cause a faint pulse, |
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| and result in a measurement error. |
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2. | Constriction of the upper arm, | Air Hose |
| caused by rolling up a shirtsleeve, | |
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| may prevent accurate readings. | |
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| Constriction of the Upper Arm | |
How To Take Proper Measurements |
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| For the most accurate blood |
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| pressure measurement: |
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| Sit comfortably at a table. |
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| Rest your arm on the table. |
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| Relax for about five to ten minutes |
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| before measurement. |
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| Place the center of the cuff at the same height as your heart. | |
| Remain still and keep quiet during measurement. |
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| Do not measure right after physical exercise or a bath. Rest for twenty or | |
| thirty minutes before taking the measurement. |
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| 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
Allow at least ten minutes between measurements on the same person.