HoMedics BPS-050 User Manual - Page 13

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT • Take your reading in a comfortable environment as measurements can be affected by hot or cold temperatures. Take your blood pressure at normal body temperature. • Do not move or talk during measurement as this can elevate readings. • Do not move or cross legs during measurement. Keep feet flat on floor. • Do not touch cuff or monitor during measurement procedure. • It is suggested that you take your measurements at the same time each day and use the same arm for consistency. • Users should wait a minimum of 5 minutes before taking additional measurements. More time may be necessary depending upon your physiology. • The measurement results that users receive are for reference only. If users have any blood pressure concerns, please consult a physician. • Once inflation reaches 300 mmHg, the unit will deflate automatically for safety reasons. • This product is not suitable for people with arrhythmias. • This device may have difficulty determining the proper blood pressure for users with diabetes, poor circulation of blood, kidney problems, or for users who have suffered a stroke. 23 24