HoMedics 518730 User Manual - Page 9

1. If the cuff is not assembled, pass the end of the cuff furthest away from the tubing through the metal D-ring in order to form a loop. The smooth side without the felt material should be on the inside of the cuff loop. WITAHIRNR YOEWLLMOUWSTBFAANLDL End of cuff D-ring 2. Plug the cuff tube into the left side of the unit. Insert plug here Poesdi(tg1ioe.5n0-2c.6u.5˝fcf-m1.)0a˝bove elbow F Cemntiedrdlteuboef aovrmer. 3. Open the arm cuff so that your arm may be placed through it. 4. Remove tight fitting clothing from around your upper left arm. 5. Position cuff edge 0.8-1.2 inches (2-3cm) above elbow. 15 6. Center tube over middle of arm. 7. Pull the end of the cuff so that it tightens evenly around your arm. Press the hook and loop material together to secure. Allow room for 2 fingers to fit between the cuff and your arm. 8. 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. Note: If it is not possible to fit the cuff to your left arm, it can also be placed on your right arm. However, all meas- urements should be made using the same arm. To use on the right arm, you must position the artery symbol " " over the main artery. Locate the main artery by pressing with two fingers approximately 1" (2 cm) above the bend of your elbow on the inside Main Artery of your right arm. Identify where the pulse can be felt the strongest.This is your main artery. 16