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BP A50
EN
How do I evaluate my blood pressure?
The higher value is the one that determines the evaluation.
Example: a readout value between
150/85
or
120/98
mmHg indi-
cates «blood pressure too high».
2. Using the Instrument for the First Time
Inserting the batteries
After you have unpacked your device, first insert the batteries. The
battery compartment
7
is at the back of the device. Insert the
batteries (2 x size AAA 1,5 V), thereby observing the indicated
polarity.
Selecting the correct cuff
Microlife offers 3 different cuff sizes: S, M and L. Select the cuff size
to match the circumference of your upper arms (measured by close
fitting in the centre of the upper arm). M is the correct size for most
people.
Connecting the pump ball
Connect the pump ball
AT
to the instrument by firmly inserting the
connector
AK
into the pump ball socket
5
.
3. Taking a Blood Pressure Measurement using this
Instrument
•
If you suffer from an
irregular heartbeat
(arrhythmia, see
«Section 4.»), measurements taken with this instrument should
only be evaluated after consultation with your doctor.
•
The pulse display is not suitable for checking the
frequency of heart pacemakers!
Table for classifying blood pressure values in adults in accordance
with the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2003. Data in mmHg.
Range
Systolic Diastolic Recommendation
blood pressure too low
z
100
z
60
Consult your doctor
1. blood pressure optimum
100 - 120 60 - 80
Self-check
2. blood pressure normal
120 - 130 80 - 85
Self-check
3. blood pressure slightly
high
130 - 140 85 - 90
Consult your doctor
4. blood pressure too high
140 - 160 90 - 100
Seek medical advice
5. blood pressure far too
high
160 - 180 100 - 110
Seek medical advice
6. blood pressure danger-
ously high
180
y
110
y
Urgently seek
medical advice!
Cuff size
for circumference of upper arm
S
17 - 22 cm (6.75 - 8.75 inches)
M
22 - 32 cm (8.75 - 12.5 inches)
L
32 - 42 cm (12.5 - 16.5 inches)
)
Only use Microlife cuffs.
X
Contact Microlife Service if the enclosed cuff
8
does not fit.
X
Connect the cuff to the instrument by inserting the cuff
connector
9
into the cuff socket
4
as far as it will go.
Checklist for taking a reliable measurement
1.
Avoid activity, eating or smoking immediately before the
measurement.
2.
Sit down for at least 5 minutes before the measurement and
relax.
3.
Always measure on the same arm (normally left).
4.
Remove close-fitting garments from the upper arm. To avoid
constriction, shirt sleeves should not be rolled up - they do
not interfere with the cuff if they are laid flat.
5.
Always ensure that the cuff is positioned correctly, as shown
in the pictures illustrated on the short instruction card.
•
Fit the cuff closely, but not too tight.
•
Make sure that the cuff is 2 cm (0.75 inch) above your
elbow with the tube on the inside of your arm.
•
Support your arm so it is relaxed.
•
Ensure that the cuff is at the same height as your heart.
6.
Switch on the instrument and wait until «
0
» appears in the
display and the arrow «
S
»
BT
starts to flash.
7.
Take the pump ball in your free hand (the arm you are not
measu-ring from) and pump up the cuff. Watch the pressure
indication in the display and pump approx. 40 mmHg higher
than the expected systolic value (the upper value). If you have
not pumped enough, a flashing arrow «
S
»
BT
will appear
telling you to pump higher.
8.
After pumping, the measurement is taken automatically.
Relax, do not move and do not tense your arm muscles until
the measu-rement result is displayed. Breathe normally and
do not talk.
