Taking A Reading - Panasonic EW3153 Instructions Manual

Taking a Reading
Advice:
In general, blood pressure measurements are lower on the second
attempt because you are calmer.
For people who easily get tense, measuring twice each time is advised.
When two measurements are taken, normally the smaller
measurement is stored.
When taking two measurements, always stay quiet for 4 to 5 minutes
after the first measurement before taking the second measurement.
Getting into the proper position for taking a measurement
Place the main unit on a table so that it is flat and the center of
the unit is at heart height.
*Differences in height will cause differences in blood pressure values.
If the heights of the chair and table are not suitable, you may have to lean
forward. In this case, form a stable stack of books or similar objects under
the main unit to adjust the height of the main unit.
*You cannot use the unit while lying down. Use only in a sitting position.
Elbow rest
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1 Put the main unit on a table in front of you
and slide your arm through the
measurement section of the unit.
• Remove your shirt or roll up your sleeve so
that the measuring section will be on your
bare skin.
• If rolling up your sleeve causes pressure on
your arm or underarm, remove your shirt for
measurements.
Be sure that the rolled-up sleeve is not
inside the cuff area when taking
measurements.
2 Place your elbow on the elbow rest with
your palm up and relax.