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Pull the cuff end through the metal loop (the cuff is packaged like this already),
turn it outward (away from your body) and tighten it and close the Velcro fastener.
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Thecuffshouldfitcomfortably,yetsnuglyaroundyourarm.Youshouldbeableto
insertonefingerbetweenyourarmandthecuff.
Note:
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Use the same arm for each time you measure.
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Do not move your arm, body, or the monitor and do not move the rubber tube during
measurement
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Stay quiet and calm for 5 minutes before blood pressure
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If the cuff becomes dirty, remove it from the monitor and clear it by hand in a mild
detergent, then rinse it thoroughly in cold water. Never dry the cuff in clothes dryer
or iron it.
Body posture during measurement
Sitting Measurement – Recommended Position
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Sit upright
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a desk or table, with your elbow resting on a chair or table.
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The cuff should be at the same level as your heart.
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Place your arm on the monitor's plastic case as shown in the
picture, to aid maintaining a correct and still arm position.
Lying Down Measurement
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Lie on your back.
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Place your arm straight along your side with your palm up-
side.
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The cuff should be placed at the same level as your heart
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In case you move your arm and the monitor is not able to
measure correctly, the symbol
48
appears on the display.
measurement