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FEATURES
We would like to thank you for having purchased a precision GIMA sphygmomanometer and stetho-
scope.
All GIMA sphygmomanometers are manufactured with high quality materials and, when maintained at
perfect operating efficiency through regular calibration checks, ensure complete reliability and preci-
sion, even after several years of use.
Our line of sphygmomanometers offers the same quality standards for both professional and home
models.
The sphygmomanometer and stethoscope you have purchased complies with EEC directive 93/42/
CEE.
PRESCRIPTIONS
It must be noted that self-measuring instruments are not a substitute for regular medical check-
ups, and that only your doctor can accurately analyze these measurements.
SPHYGMOMANOMETER
Arterial pressure is highly influenced by one's nervous tension and physical fatigue. It is therefore
recommended that you perform the measurement under conditions of both physical and mental relax-
ation (it is recommended to stay relaxed for at least 15 minutes before measurement), while in a sitting
straight not crossing legs or supine position and, where possible, always at the same time of day, far
from meal times.
Remember: do not move and do not talk while measuring your pressure and do not wear clothing that
covers your arm and could limit blood circulation.
Pressure varies during the day: it is lower in the morning and higher in the evening; it is also lower in
the summer and higher in the winter.
Do not use the device if the patient's arm is wounded.
INSTALLATION
After opening the packages, first of all it is necessary to check all pieces and parts composing the
product. Check that they are all present and in perfect conditions. In a sphygmomanometer in good
working conditions, the needle must be flexible and must take the "0" position after pressurisation.
Apply the armband to your bare left arm, 2-3 cm. above your elbow joint, and then prop up your fore-
arm with the palm up upwards, keeping it at heart level.
Close the armband using the apposite strap.
If not specifically indicated, all GIMA sphygmomanometers are equipped with armbands for adults;
upon request, we can provide armbands for the obese, for use on the thigh and for children, ranging
from premature babies up to 14-year-olds.
Position the earpiece of the stethoscope on the artery, under your armband, after having detected the
arterial pulsation with the other hand to be sure the earpiece of the stethoscope is located directly over
it arm.
FUNCTIONING
1) After applying the armband, use the bulb to pump up to 20-30 mmHg beyond the level of individual
systolic pressure: in other words, until the brachial artery is blocked (maximum level). It is essential
that the person being measured remains seated and calm, and that his/her forearm is resting at
heart level, with the inside part facing up.
2) To measure blood pressure, turn the release/deflation screw on the bulb, unscrewing it slowly in a
counter-clockwise direction. The ideal deflation speed is around 2-4 mmHg/sec.
Visually check deflation speed: on the scale, the indicator must move at a speed of between 1 and
2 gradations per second.
3) Due to the gradual decompression, your blood starts to run through the brachial artery again, which
in turn causes an initial pulsation, that is clearly perceived by the phonendoscope: the pressure
indicated on the gauge needle at the exact moment this first beat is recorded is referred to as the
"systolic or maximum pressure".
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