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How to Apply the Arm Cuff
NOTE:
If the circumference around your arm is greater than 32 cm you will need to use a large adult
size cuff. The large adult cuff is an accessory item and it is sold separately. You may purchase this cuff by
calling Omron representative or dealers.
Smooth Cloth
D-Ring
Pile Side Material
Sewn Hook Material
Bottom Edge
1/2 inch
Artery Marker
Cuff Tube
1.
If the cuff is assembled correctly, the sewn
hook material will be on the outside of the cuff
loop and the metal D-ring will not touch your skin.
2.
Pass the end of the cuff furthest from the
tubing through the metal D-ring to form a loop.
The smooth cloth should be on the inside of
the cuff loop.
3.
Put your left arm through the cuff loop. The
bottom of the cuff should be approximately 1/2
inch above the elbow. The green artery marker
on the cuff should lie over the brachial artery
on the inside of the arm. Tube should run down
center of arm even with the middle finger.
4.
Pull the cuff so that the top and bottom edges
are tightened evenly around your arm.
5.
When the cuff is positioned correctly, press the
sewn hook material FIRMLY against the pile
side of the cuff.
6.
Make certain the cuff fits snugly around your arm.
The cuff should make good contact with your skin.
7.
Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and
place your arm on a table so that the cuff is at
the same level as your heart.
8.
Relax your arm and turn your palm upward.
9.
Be sure there are no kinks in the air tubing
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