Beper BP-1318, Use Instructions

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Arm blood pressure monitor Use Instructions
Important Testing Guidelines
1. Avoid eating, exercising, and bathing for 30 minutes prior to testing.
2. Sit in a calm environment for at least 5 minutes prior to testing.
3. Do not stand while testing. Sit in a relaxed position while keeping your arm level with
your heart.
4. Avoid speaking or moving body parts while testing.
5. While testing, avoid strong electromagnetic interference such as microwave ovens and
cell phones.
6. Wait 3 minutes or longer before re-testing.
7. Try to measure your blood pressure at the same time each day for consistency.
8. Test comparisons should only be made when monitor is used on the same arm, in the
same position, and at the same time of day.
9. This blood pressure monitor is not recommended for people with severe arrhythmia.
Quick Start
1. Install batteries. (See Figure A )
2. Insert cuff air plug into the left side of monitor unit. (See Figure B)
3. Remove thick clothing from the arm area.
4. Rest for several minutes prior to testing. Sit down in a quiet place, preferably at a desk
or table, with your arm resting on a firm surface and your feet flat on the floor.
(See Figure C )
5. Apply cuff to your left arm and keep level with your heart. Bottom of cuff should be
placed approximately 1-2cm (0.4-0.8’’) above elbow joint. (See Figures D&E)
6. Press “ ON/OFF “ Button to start testing.