b) Why is the doctor’s reading different from the reading taken at home?
Your blood pressure can vary due to the environment (temperature, nervous condition). When measuring
blood pressure at the doctor’s office, it is possible for blood pressure to increase due to anxiety and tension.
c) Why should I monitor blood pressure at home?
One or two readings will not provide a true indication of your normal blood pressure. It is important to take
regular, daily measurements and to keep records over a period of time. This information can be used to
assist your physician in diagnosing and preventing potential health problems.
2. Getting Started
2.1 About the Blood Pressure Monitor
a) This section describes the various components of the Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor.
SYS
mmHg
DIA
mmHg
PUL
START
STOP
/min
Cuff Socket
Wide Range Cuff
Cuff Connector
Adapter Socket
START / STOP Button
b) Upper arm cuff:
Wide range cuff for arm circumference 22 - 42 cm or 8.6” - 16.5”.
Cuff connection:
Insert the cuff connector into the opening provided on the left side of the monitor as shown in the diagram.
Battery Compartment
(Underneath)
