Operating - Medisana MTD Manual

4.1
Fitting the cuff
b
1-2 cm
a
c
4.2
Correct position
for taking
readings
1. Push the end piece of the air tube into the hole on the unit
Ensure that the hose is not damaged and is securely attached. The blood
pressure monitor is intended for use as a table-top unit.
2. Slide the open end of the cuff through the metal bracket so that the Velcro
fastener is on the outside.
3. Open the cuff so as to create a cylindrical shape.
4. Slide the cuff over your left upper arm. Position the air hose
le of your arm in line with your middle finger (a).
5. Place your arm on the table with the palm uppermost. The lower edge of
the cuff should be 1 - 2 cm above the crease of the elbow (b). Pull the cuff
tight (c) and close the Velcro fastener.
6. Avoid creating a space between arm and cuff. It may falsify the measured
result.
7. Measure the pulse on your bare arm. If wearing tight clothing, ensure that
the circulation in the arm is not impaired when rolling up the sleeve.
8. Only position the cuff on the right arm if it cannot be used on the left arm.
Always carry out measurements on the same arm.
The Correct Measuring Position when sitting
• Carry out the measurement whilst seated.
• Relax your arm and place it comfortably, on a
table for instance.
• Ensure that the cuff is at heart height.
• Keep still during the measurement: do not move
and do not talk as this may alter the measure-
ments.
Correct position for taking measurements lying down
• In special cases the measurement
can also be taken lying down.
• Lie on your back and relax for at
least 5 minutes and also relax your
arm.
• Ensure that the cuff is at heart
height. Differing heights affect the accuracy of the measurement.
• Keep still during the measurement: do not move and do not talk as this may
alter the measurements.

4 Operating

prior to use.
in the midd-
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