5. Press the START button again to turn off the power.
Note: The device is provided with an automatic power shut-off function.
Allow at least ten minutes between measurements on the same
person.
Measurement with the desired systolic pressure
If your systolic pressure is expected to exceed 230 mmHg or you use the optional
small cuff, use this procedure.
1. Place the cuff on the arm (preferably the left
arm).
2. Press and hold the START button until a
number about 30 to 40 mmHg higher than your
expected systolic pressure appears.
3. Release the START button, when the desired
number is reached, measurement will begin.
Then continue to measure your blood pressure
as described on page 7.
Notes for proper measurement
Sit down in a comfortable position. Place the arm to be used for the
measurement on a table or other support so that the center of the cuff will
be at the same height as your heart.
Relax for about five or ten minutes before taking a measurement. If you are
excited or depressed by emotional stress, the measurement will reflect this
stress as a higher (or lower) than normal blood pressure reading and the
pulse reading will usually be faster than normal.
An individual's blood pressure varies constantly, depending on what you
are doing and what you have eaten. What you drink can have a very strong
and rapid effect on your blood pressure.
This device bases its measurements on the heart beat. If you have a very
weak or irregular heart beat, the device may have difficulty determining
your blood pressure.
Measurements
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