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5. Important Notes on Taking a Measurement
In order to obtain a good ECG reading, it is important that measurem ents are taken
correctly.
Before taking a measurement for the first time, read these instructions carefully
and make sure you observe the following points each time you take a
measurement.
•Make sur e that the electrodes are directly touching your skin.
• If your h ands or skin are dry, wipe them with a damp towel so that they are
slightly moist.
•If the elec trodes are dirty, wipe any dirt off with a soft cloth moistened with
disinfectant alcohol or a cotton swab.
- Take care not to use too much disinfectant alcohol when cleaning the electrodes.
- Do not wipe or get disinfectant alcohol on parts other than the electrodes.
•Do not m ove during measurement.
- Movement, including talking, coughing, or sneezing, during measurement can affect the
measurement results.
•If the po sition of your finger or arm is inappropriate during measurement, the
results may be unreliable, so be sure to check their position before taking a
measurement. (Refer to p. 22 and p. 23.)
•After taking a m easurement, disinfect the electrodes by wiping them with a soft
cloth or cotton swab moistened with disinfectant alcohol. If you do not disinfect
the electrodes there is a risk of skin disease.
Note:If you have problems applying the unit so that the chest electrode is flat
against your chest, please ask your doctor for advice.
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