Omron M3 instruction manual Taking a Reading, Press the O/I Start button

3. Using the Unit

3.3Taking a Reading

Notes:

•To cancel a measurement, press the O/I START button to turn off the unit and to release the air in the arm cuff.

•Remain still while taking a measurement.

1.Press the O/I START button.

The cuff will start to inflate automatically.

The buzzer will sound when measurement is completed.

START INFLATE DEFLATE END	COMPLETE If your systolic pressure is
	more than 220 mmHg

After the cuff starts to inflate, press and hold the O/I START button until the monitor inflates 30 to 40 mmHg higher than your expected systolic pressure.

Notes:

• The monitor will not inflate above 300 mmHg.

• Do not apply more pressure than necessary.

Notes:

•During measurement, the buzzer (if set to “on”) will beep in rhythm with your heartbeat.

•Wait 2-3 minutes before taking another blood pressure measurement. Waiting between readings allows the arteries to return to the condition prior to taking the blood pressure measurement.

Warning:

Self-diagnosis of measured results and treatment are dangerous. Please follow the instructions of your doctor.

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