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6.
Watch for all display symbols to appear briefly, followed by a "0",
indicating that monitor is ready for measurement.
7.
If the symbol is displayed, the cuff has some air trapped in it. Press
the exhaust valve button until the symbol is displayed. You may have
to press on the cuff while holding the exhaust valve to release all the air
in the cuff.
8.
When the symbol is displayed, begin cuff inflation by squeezing the
inflator bulb repeatedly. It may take a few seconds for the symbol to
appear.
9.
Stop squeezing the inflator bulb when symbol disappears or until cuff
pressure reaches about 30 mmHg to 40 mmHg above expected systolic
pressure. If inflating to a level above your expected systolic pressure, we
recommend using the chart shown below to determine your inflation
level.
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TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
Usual Systolic
Inflate to
Up to 130
131-170
171-210
211-250
160
200
240
280
