HoMedics BPA-110 Manual Del Usaurio página 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.
End of cuff
D-ring
2. Plug the cuff tube into the left side of the unit.
Insert plug here
3. Open the arm cuff so that your arm may be placed
through it.
4. Remove tight fitting clothing from your upper left arm so
that the cuff can be wrapped around your exposed arm.
5. Position cuff edge 0.8-1.2
inches (2-3 cm) above elbow.
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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:
• The device should not be used when your arm is injured
or wounded.
• 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
inside of your right arm. Identify
where the pulse can be felt the
strongest. This is your main
artery.
Main Artery
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