Graham Field Blood Pressure Monitor 240 User's Manual
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1. Blood Pressure Among the various health problems afflicting people today problems associated with high blood pressure are by far the most common High blood pressure s dangerously strong correlation with cardiovascular disease has made measuring blood pressure a necessity for identifying those at risk Blood Pressure Standard The World Health Organization WHO and National High Blood Pressure Education Program Coordinating Committee have developed a blood pressure standard according to which areas of low and high risk blood pressure are identified This standard however is a general guideline and blood pressures vary between different people age groups etc About Blood Pressure It is important that Grade 3 Hypertension Severe you consult with your physician regularly g Grade 2 Hypertension Moderate Your physician will 46 3 tell you your normal 9 Grade 1 Hypertension Mild blood pressure range 2 140 as well as the point High Normal at which you will be 1 Neel considered at risk 120 Optimal 80 85 90 100 110 Diastolic Pressure mmHg Assembling the Unit Lay out the parts as pictured below The cuff should already be folded If the cuff is not pre folded lay the cuff flat in front of you and fold the cuff so that the hook and pile material faces the outside of the cuff loop 1 Attach the gauge to the tubing on the left 2 Attach the double end of the Y t2. to keep this manual 2 Introduction ee Intended Use The Labtron Aneroid Blood Pressure Monitor is intended to measure arterial blood pressure This device is intended for use by adults and not for use by children except under the supervision of an adult This device is not intended to replace regular medical examinations Review your procedure for using this monitor with your physician who is the only person qualified to interpret blood pressure monitor results Safety Guidelines Please Read Before Use A Important Read and understand these instructions be fore using the Labtron Blood Pressure Kit If you do not understand any part of these instructions contact your medical professional or GF dealer for direction in the use of this product A If components are damaged or missing contact your GF dealer immediately DO NOT use substitute parts GF Health Products Inc assumes no responsibility for any damage or injury caused by improper assembly or use of this product About Blood Pressure SYSTOLIC READING DIASTOLIC READING What is Blood Pressure Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the artery tube while blood flows through the arteries The pressure measured when the heart contracts and sends blood out of the heart is systolic highest blood pressure The pressure measured when the heart dilates with blood flowing back into the heart is called diastolic lowest blood pressure Why Measure Your
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4. f To apply the cuff 1 Press two fingers one inch above the bend of the elbow on the inside of the arm You may feel the pulse of the brachial artery Even if you do not feel the pulse the stethoscope will allow you to hear the pulse sounds Elbow LA Tendon 2 Slip cuff up your arm Place the bottom edge of the cuff approximately one half inch above the elbow Adjust the cuff so that the stethoscope chestpiece sits on the inside of the arm over the brachial artery Bottom Edge itethoscope Bs os Bladder Tubes Y Tubing Remove any clothing that restricts your upper left arm Wrap the cuff around your upper left arm The rubber tubes should point in the direction of your hand Position the artery mark over the main artery on the inside of your arm in the upper arm Measurement Procedures 1 To fasten the cuff press the hook material firmly against the fuzzy pile material Make sure the stethoscope chestpiece sits over the brachial artery If necessary readjust the cuff f Ny l 2 Place your arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart CAUTION Before you put the stethoscope binaural in your ears make sure the eartips are securely fastened to the binaural 3 Insert eartips into your ears Adjust the metal binaural for comfort 4 Clip the gauge to a hard cover book on the table in front of you Hold the inflation bulb in your right hand Close the air re
5. labo AGraham Field Brand Professional Blood Pressure Kit with Separate Stethoscope Model 240 Table of Contents MTOAUCH OM vias ccsrtacditcegesvesasSuredaassaisasaaiaesiaasaatnenmaitaataaiaeans 2 3 Safety Guidelines Please Read Before Use ccecee 3 About Blood PreSSUl y isisiisviseiveivecnnsesiaenascvnesiauavectadriarseeiienas 4 5 Assembling the UN Mt srs eissioes 5 Relpiul Tips sna a eee eer arene 6 Correct Measuring POStUre eecceeeceeeteeereeeneeeeeeeeneeetaeeeeeeeea 7 Applying the Cunt ii weiin dake ae aes 8 Measurement Procedures scssceeeceeeeeeeeneeeseeeeeeeeeees 9 10 Care And Maintenance ccceccccesscceceeeeeeeeeeeeessneeeesareeeenaes 10 Limited Wara My ieena ane aa 11 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the new Labtron Model 240 This aneroid sphygmomanometer is both easy to use and ideally suited for daily measurements The systolic blood pressure reading and diastolic blood pressure reading are clearly shown at the completion of each reading Blood pressure measurements determined with your 240 are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using cuff stethoscope auscultation method within the limits prescribed by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation AAMI SP 9 requirements Please read this manual carefully before use For specific information on your own blood pressure contact your physician Please be sure
6. lease valve attached to the inflation bulb by turning it clockwise 5 To inflate the cuff slowly and steadily pump the inflation bulb Caution Do not inflate the cuff above 280 mmHg You may damage the instrument or injure yourself If you are unsure consult your doctor for the correct inflation level Note If you KNOW your SYSTOLIC reading pump the inflation bulb until the gauge reaches approximately 50 mmHg ABOVE your average SYSTOLIC reading If you DO NOT KNOW your SYSTOLIC reading pump the inflation bulb until the gauge needle reaches 180 mmHg 6 Slowly open the air release valve by turning it counter clockwise Release the air at a rate of 2 3 mmHg per second gt gt gt gt gt EEE gt E gt E gt E E E E _E _ EEE eESESEEeEeLSE gt E gt E gt E gt _ gt _ __SS s 9 Measurement Procedures 7 As the cuff deflates listen carefully with Ya i the stethoscope for your pulse beat ra The first sound represents the Systolic i gt reading and the last sound represents ue your Diastolic reading gt NOTE If you make a mistake do not reinflate the cuff Release all the air Wait 1 minute Start again Waiting allows the engorged blood vessels to return to normal If you want to take successive readings wait 5 10 minutes Waiting allows the engorged blood vessels to return to normal You may require more rest time between measurements depending on your health Care And Maintenance To protect
7. ubing to the binaural Helpful Tips BEFORE 1 READ this instruction manual carefully MEASURE your blood pressure at the same time each day RELAX for at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement REMOVE tight fitting clothing from your left upper arm a fF ON DO NOT eat smoke or exercise for at least 30 minutes before taking a measurement 6 DO NOT talk or move during a measurement 7 DO NOT take a measurement when you feel stressed DURING 1 APPLY CUFF at the heart level 2 INFLATE unit to proper level 3 DEFLATE unit at 2 3 mmHg per second 4 RECORD your measurements 5 SMILE You re helping your doctor and yourself AFTER 1 WAIT 5 to 10 minutes before taking another measurement 2 CONSULT your doctor Correct Measuring Posture A Place your elbow on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart Note The level of your heart is slightly below your armpit Relax your entire body especially the area between your elbow and fingers B If the cuff is not at the same level as your heart or if you can not keep your arm completely still throughout the reading use a soft object such as a folded towel to support your arm C Turn your palm upward D Sit upright in a chair and take 5 6 deep breaths Note Avoid leaning back or crossing your legs while the measurement is being taken Fig C Applying the Cuf
8. your unit from damage please AVOID washing or moistening the cuff or dropping the gauge When the cuff is fully deflated the gauge needle stays within the zero box If the needle points outside of the zero box the gauge gives inaccurate readings Your new blood pressure unit has been carefully checked to assure reliability and accuracy prior to shipment and use However as with any sensitive instrument subjected to repeated use we recommend that your blood pressure gauge be checked yearly by a medical professional for proper calibration 10 Limited Warranty GF Health Products Inc guarantees this product from the date of purchase for the following terms freedom from defects in material and workmanship one year calibration ten years except as noted below This product warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse the attachment of any unauthorized accessory alteration to the product or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of GF Health Products Inc GF Health Products Inc shall not be responsible for any type of incidental consequential or special damage All implied warranties including but not limited to those implied warranties of fitness and merchantability are limited to the total duration of one year from the original date of purchase Warranty does not include any labor charges incurred in replacement part s installation or any associated freight or shipping charges to G
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