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Automatic Digital Blood
Pressure Arm Monitor
01-5021 (adult)
Model
01-5022 (large adult)
Model
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Before applying your blood pressure cuff, be sure you have
selected the appropriate size cuff:
Adult Cuff arm circumference: 11-3/4" – 16-1/2" (30-42 cm)
Large Adult Cuff arm circumference: 11-3/4" – 16-1/2" (30-42 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 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 one inch ABOVE the elbow joint.
Position the ( ) cuff symbol over the main
artery (on the inside of your arm). You
should be able to insert one finger
between your arm and cuff.
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taking the measurement
1. Position the monitor on a flat,
stable surface with the digital
display in view.
2. 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, and relax your left hand.
3. Press the POW R button to turn the
unit on; the unit will run a self-test, Fig 1.
The display will briefly show the last
reading value, or '0' if no reading is in
memory.
4. The cuff will automatically begin to inflate
with the display showing increasing
pressure in the cuff as the pressure
increase.
5. Your blood pressure measurement and
pulse will display simultaneously on the
screen after the cuff deflates. Both the
systolic and diastolic readings will
display at the same time, Fig 2.
6. Consult the included Instruction Manual
for information on interpreting your
reading results.
7. The results will automatically be stored in memory bank, up
to 60 readings.
8. Select POW R to turn the unit off and conserve energy
and battery life. The unit will automatically shut-off and
revert to time/date mode after approximately 1 minute.
Disconnect the cuff and tubing from the monitor prior to
Main
Artery
storing.
Please Note:
• You can stop the inflation or deflation process of
the cuff at any time by pressing the POW R
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
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