HoMedics BPA-150 User Manual - Page 10

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 measurements 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 Main Artery inside of your right arm. Identify where the pulse can be felt the strongest. This is your main artery. Very Important: Proper cuff size is critical to accurate measurement. This cuff is suitable for your use if the arrow ArteryM falls within the solid color line as shown below. If the Arrow falls outside of the Solid Color Line, you will need a cuff with other circumferences. Contact HoMedics Consumer Relations regarding additional cuff sizes. Position cuff edge 0.8˝-1.2˝ (2-3cm) above elbow. A R R OW M US T FA LL WITHIN BLUE BA ND Center tube over middle of arm. One Size Cu Fits: Art 8.7-18.1 Inches 22-46 Centimeters Fit cuff securely. Allow room for two fingers to fit between the cuff and your arm. Model# PP-BPCUFF7 Latex free 2~3 cm (0.8"~1.2") a0Pb.8oo-svi1et.i2oelnibnocchuwef.sf edge (2-3cm) Arrow atnoAFdlfiltoiytwcobuuerfroftwoasmeermceunf.roetrhly2e. fciunfgfers Center tube over middle of arm Solid Color Line 17 MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE Important Notes: • Blood pressure changes with every heartbeat and is in constant fluctuation throughout the day. • Blood pressure measurement can be affected by the position of the user, his or her physiologic condition and other factors. For greatest accuracy, wait 1 hour after exercising, bathing, eating, drinking beverages with alcohol or caffeine, or smoking to measure blood pressure. • Before measurement, it is suggested that you sit quietly for 15 minutes as measurements taken during a relaxed state will have greater accuracy. You should not be physically tired or exhausted while taking a measurement. • During the measurement, do not talk or move your arm or hand muscles. • See page 25 for additional notes regarding your blood pressure measurement. 18