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Blood pressure will be elevated when you are in a worri-
some or irritated state, suffering from lack of sleep or con-
stipation, or after exercise or a meal.
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Putting on the cuff is one of the most important tasks for
ensuring proper measurement of blood pressure. Wind
the cuff around the ar m and tighten it so that one
finger may be inserted between the cuff and arm.
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Do NOT measure blood pressure after bathing or drinking.
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When you feel like relieving yourself, you should do so be-
fore measuring blood pressure.
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Measure blood pressure where the room temperature is
PRECAUTION FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE
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NEVER wipe the blood pressure monitor with thinner or
benzene, as they may damage it.
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When the monitor is very dirty, wipe it clean with a cloth
moistened with Sterilizing alcohol or a neutral detergent,
and then wipe it with a dry cloth. Do NOT use thinner or
benzene.
Nature and frequency of maintenance:
This products is designed for use over an extended period of
time; however, it is generally recommended that it be inspected
every two years to ensure proper function and performance.
Protect the nature environment:
Please help protect natural environment by respecting national
and/or local recycling regulations when disposing of the batter-
ies and the products at the end of their useful lives.
Reference European standard:
This products complies with EC instructions 93/42/EEC (Medi-
cal Device Directive) and with the following standards: EN 1060-
1: 1995 “Noninvasive Sphygmomanometers, Part 1 General
Requirements” and EN 1060-3: 1997 “Noninvasive Sphygmo-
manometers, Part 3 Supplementary Requirements for Electro-
mechanical Blood-Pressure Measuring Systems.
about 20
°
C. Do NOT measure blood pressure when it is
too cold (below 10
°
C) or too hot (above 40
°
C) in the room.
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Do NOT measure blood pressure immediately after drink-
ing coffee or tea or smoking.
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Measure blood pressure with a relaxed and quiet posture.
Keep the center of the cuff at the level of your heart, and
do NOT move your arm or talk during measurement.
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Do NOT keep on measuring so many times, as your arm
will have built up congestion of blood, and you will not get a
valid reading.
Precautions for use
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If you suffer from heart disease, high blood pressure or
other circulatory disease, please consult your doctor first.
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If you feel abnormal pressure of the cuff during use or any
other irregularity, reduce the pressure by immediately
switching off the power or removing the batteries and con-
sult the sales outlet where purchased.
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If you think the measured value is abnormal or if measur-
ing makes you feel unwell, discontinue use and consult your
doctor.
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Measurement of blood pressure may not be possible for
someone with a weak pulse or arrhythmia.
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Congestion, swelling, etc. may occur in some people.
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If blood pressure is measured repeatedly, an accurate
result will not be achieved. An interval of about 10 minutes
should be allowed.
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The memory is erased if the batteries are removed for re-
placement, etc. and a record should be kept of any neces-
sary data.
Precautions for maintenance
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Do NOT store the blood pressure monitor where it will be
exposed to direct sunlight, high temperature (over 60
°
C),
low temperature (below –20
°
C), high relative humidity (over
95%) or in a dusty place.
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Do NOT expose the blood pressure monitor to under force
or vibration, or drop it.
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Remove the battery/batteries when not in use for a long
period.
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Do NOT disassemble the apparatus.
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Do NOT bend the cuff or air hose unnecessarily.
