BP-1MY-3
Why are values produced by readings I take at home different from values produced when my doctor takes readings?
Slight tension caused by a visit to the doctor or a hospital can cause blood pressure readings taken there to be a bit higher. This, of course, assumes that you are following the correct procedures when taking your readings at home.
It could be due to a condition called
Controlling Blood Pressure
Daily Life
How you live your daily life is an important factor in achieving good blood pressure. Improved living habits and patterns can actually decrease the chance of high blood pressure. The first step on the road to proper living is eliminating overexertion and stress.
The following are some proven tips for developing good living habits and enjoying the benefits of good blood pressure.
•Reduce salt intake.
•Go to bed early and get up early.
•Eat regular meals every morning, noon, and night.
•Get enough sleep.
•Set aside enough time for yourself in order to get some stress relief.
•Try to achieve a balance between your mental and physical well being.
Exercise
Proper exercise plays an important role in controlling blood pressure. The accent here is on the word “proper,” because the wrong type of exercise can actually do more harm than good. Aerobic exercise, such as walking at a comfortable pace, is the best for controlling blood pressure.
Healthy Walking Tips
Keep your gaze on the ground | Keep your head upright and | |
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Keep your chin in. | and your back straight. | |
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Walk briskly in 
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Let your arms swing forward and back.
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Other things to remember when exercising!
•Keep it brisk, but don’t overdo it!
•Don’t forget to warm up and cool down.
•Be sure to drink water to replenish lost fluids.
•Try to stick to indoor exercises on very hot or very cold days.
Important!
•Always consult with your physician before undertaking any physical exercise program.
GENERAL GUIDE
1Infrared Port
2 
Switch
3 
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4 
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5 Display
Cuff
1Infrared Port
This port is used when transferring data from the Base Unit to the Watch.
•See the User’s Guide that comes with the Watch for information about setting basic data.
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Switch
Use this switch to set the maximum estimated systolic pressure value.
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Button
Press this button to toggle power on and off.
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Button
Press this button to start measurement.
Pressing this button while measurement is in progress stops the measurement.
5Display
The display shows blood pressure and pulse rate values.
Display Contents
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6Measured value
1Pulse indicator
Flashes when a pulse is detected.
Stops flashing and remains on the display as long as the pulse rate is displayed after measurement is complete.
2Data communication indicator
Indicates that data is being sent to the Watch.
3Inflation indicator
Flashes when the cuff is being inflated.
4Deflation indicator
Flashes when the cuff is being deflated.
5Low battery indicator Indicates that batteries are low.
Replace batteries as soon as possible after this indicator appears.
• This indicator also appears if batteries are loaded with the (+) and
6Measured value
Shows systolic and diastolic blood pressure values, and pulse rate (BPM).
7Blood pressure unit
The Base Unit can display blood pressure in units of kPa or mmHg. See “BLOOD PRESSURE UNITS” for more information.