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closer to you with the tube pointing in the direction of your arm (Fig.1). Turn your left palm
upward and place the edge of the arm cuff at approximately 1.5 to 2.5 cm above the inner
side of the elbow joint. Tighten the cuff by pulling the end of the cuff.
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3. Center the tube over the middle of the arm. Press the hook and loop material together
securely. Allow room for 2 fingers to fit between the cuff and your arm. Position the artery
mark (Ø) over the main artery (on the inside of your arm) (Fig. 3,4).
Note:
Locate the main artery by pressing with 2 fingers approximately 2 cm above the bend
of your elbow on the inside of your left arm. Identify where the pulse can be felt the
strongest. This is your main artery.
4. Plug in the cuff connecting tube into the unit (Fig. 5).
5. Lay your arm on a table (palm upward) so the cuff is at the same height as your heart.
Make sure the tube is not kinked (Fig. 6).
6. This cuff is suitable for your use if the arrow falls within the solid color line as shown on the
right (Fig. 7). If the arrow falls outside the solid color line, you will need a cuff with other
circumferences. Contact your local dealer for additional size cuffs.
Measurement Procedures
Important Notes:
Here are a few helpful tips to help you obtain more accurate readings:
• Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is in constant fluctuation throughout the
day.
• Blood pressure recording can be affected by the position of the user, his or her physiological
condition and other factors. For greatest accuracy, wait one hour after exercising, bathing,
eating, drinking beverages with alcohol or caffeine, or smoking to measure blood pressure.
• Before measurement, it’s suggested that you sit quietly for 15 minutes as measurement
taken during a relaxed state will have greater accuracy. You should not be physically tired or
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