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5.3. Fitting the cuff
a) Pass the end of the cuff through the flat metal ring so that a
loop is formed. The hook and loop material must be facing
outward. (Ignore this step if the cuff has already been prepared).
b) Slide the cuff over the left upper arm so that the tube is closer
to your lower arm.
c) Lay the cuff on the arm as illustrated. Make certain that the
lower edge of the cuff, with the red edge, lies approximately
1/2” (1 to 2 cm) above the elbow and that the tube is closer to
the inner side of the arm.
Important!
The red strip on the edge of the cuff (Artery Mark)
must lie over the artery which runs down the inner side of the arm.
TIP:
Align red artery mark to pinky finger.
d) Tighten the cuff by pulling the end and close the cuff by
affixing the hook and loop material.
e) There should be little free space between the arm and the cuff.
You should be able to fit 2 fingers between your arm and the
cuff. Clothing must not restrict the arm. Any piece of clothing
which does must be removed. Cuffs that don’t fit properly result
in false measurement values. Measure your arm circumference
if you are not sure of proper fit.
f) Lay your arm on a table so the cuff is at the same height as
your heart. Make sure the tube is not kinked.
g) Remain seated quietly for two minutes before you begin the
measurement.
½
”
8.7” - 16.5”
