SmartHeat 01-553 Guía De Referencia Rápida

Automatic Digital
Arm Blood Pressure Monitor
Model # 01-553
THIS QUICK START GUIDE IS INTENDED
AS A SUPPLEMENT TO THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL. PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE
MANUAL PRIOR TO FIRST USE.
Before applying your blood pressure cuff, be sure you
have selected the appropriate size cuff:
Wide-Range Adult Cuff fits arm circumference
8.6"—16.5" (22—42 cm)
Additional cuffs are available for order on the included
order form or by calling 866-326-1313.
A 15 minute resting period is needed to stabilize the
body prior to taking a reading. No eating, drinking or
smoking while resting.
Applying the Arm Cuff
Remove any constrictive clothing or
jewelry that may interfere with cuff
placement. Wrap the cuff snugly
around your left arm. Position the
cuff's bottom edge approximately
0.5" ABOVE the elbow joint.
Position the air tubing over the
brachial artery (on the inside of
your arm). You should be able to
insert one finger between your arm
and cuff.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES, PLEASE CALL THE TOLL-FREE
CUSTOMER SERVICE HELP LINE FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE AT 1-866-326-1313.
Please read the preceding portions of this manual prior to
taking your first reading.
Reminder, it is important to avoid smoking, eating, taking
medication, alcohol consumption or physical activity 30
minutes prior to taking a reading.
1. Position the monitor on
a flat, stable surface
with the digital display
in view. Insert the cuff
tubing connector into
the port on the left
side of your monitor.
Rest your elbow on a
solid surface with your
palm facing upward.
Elevate your arm so
that the cuff is at the same level
as your heart, Fig 1. Relax your left hand.
2. Press the POWER button to
turn the unit on; the display will
briefly flash a self-test, Fig 2.
3. The cuff will automatically
inflate; you will see the
numbers go up on the display
screen.
4. When the measurement is complete,
the cuff will automatically
deflate, then your blood
pressure measurement and
pulse reading results will show
on the display screen at the
same time, Fig 3.
5. Consult the included Instruction
Manual for information on
interpreting your reading results.
6. Select POWER to turn the unit off and conserve
energy and battery life.
~ 0.5"
Please Note:
• You can stop the inflation or deflation process of the
cuff at any time by pressing the POWER button.
• Many factors such as genetics, age, sex, altitude,
physical activity, anxiety, muscular development,
certain medications or even the time of day can
influence blood pressure.
• Blood pressure varies from moment to moment; even
readings taken after proper rest periods can vary.
Home blood pressure readings may vary as much as
10-20 points from ones taken at your doctor's office.
• Variations in your individual readings should only be
interpreted by your physician or trained health care
professional.
• We encourage you to consult with your physician
to achieve the maximum benefit from your blood
Fig. 1
pressure monitor.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
#93-2101 09/16
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