Owner's Manual

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Blood Pressure Q＆A
Q: What causes different readings?
A: Blood pressure varies throughout the course of a day. Many
factors including diet, stress, cuff placement, etc. may affect
an individual's blood pressure.
Q: Should I apply the cuff to the left or right wrist? What is the
difference?
A: Either wrist can be used when testing, however, when
comparing results, the same wrist should be used.
Testing on your left wrist may provide more accurate results
as it is located closer to your heart.
Q: What is the best time of day for testing?
A: Morning time or any time you feel relaxed and stress free.
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3. When cleaning the unit, use a soft fabric and lightly wipe with
mild detergent. Use a damp cloth to remove dirt and excess
detergent.
4. Cuff Cleaning and Disinfection:
A) Spread the cuff (skin-contact surface) upwards onto a clean table. Use a damp
clean cloth (water-based) to wipe the skin-contact surface with a force.
B) Soak the cloth clean with drinking water and wring it dry. Repeat A) with the
damp cloth (water-based) for 3 times.
C) Apply 70%-80% alcohol to a new cloth (or 75% alcohol cotton-ball), use it to
wipe the skin-contact surface with a force. Then soak the cloth with the alcohol
again(or change a new 75% alcohol cotton-ball), repeat the disinfection
procedure for 3 times.
D)When the disinfection towards the skin-contactsurface is finished, wipe
the non- skin contact surface with a cloth (alcohol-based) or alcohol
cotton-ball thoroughly for 3 times.
E)Leave the cuff naturally dry, then it is ready for reuse.
Notice: Do not soak in water or splash water on it.
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8. It is recommended the performance should be checked every
2 years.
9. Expected service life: Approximately three years at 10 tests
per day.
10.No service and maintenance while it is in use and maintenance
only be performed by service personnel. Service and
maintenance require parts, repair, technical support will
be provided.
7. Do not disassemble product.
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Maintenance
5. Do not use petrol, thinners or similar solvents.
6. Remove batteries when not in operation for an extended
period of time.
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1. Avoid dropping, slamming, or throwing the unit.
2. Avoid extreme temperatures. Do not use outdoors.
Q: What is the difference between measuring blood pressure at
home or at a professional healthcare clinic?
A: Blood pressure readings taken at home are now seen to give a
more accurate account as they better reflect your daily life.
Readings can be elevated when taken in a clinical or medical
environment. This is known as White Coat Hypertension and
may be caused by feeling anxious or nervous.
Note: Abnormal test results may be caused by:
1. Improper cuff placement
Make sure cuff is snug-not too tight or too loose.
2. Improper body position
Make sure to keep your body in an upright position.
3. Feeling anxious or nervous
Take 2-3 deep breaths, wait a few minutes and resume
testing.
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