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7. Place the gauge in front of you.
Hold the inflation bulb in your right
hand. Close the air release valve
attached to the inflation bulb by turn
-
ing it clockwise.
8. T
o inflate the cuff, rapidly squeeze the inflation bulb. If you KNOW
your normal SYSTOLIC pressure, inflate the cuff until the gauge
reaches approximately 30 mmHg ABOVE normal SYSTOLIC read-
ing. If you are unsure or do not know your normal SYSTOLIC reading
consult your doctor for the correct inflation level.
CAUTION:
DO NOT INFLATE THE CUFF ABOVE 280 mmHg. YOU MAY
INJURE YOURSELF OR DAMAGE THE INSTRUMENT.
9. Slowly open the air release
