Gima KN-520 User Manual page 25

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2. connecting the cuff to the monitor
Insert the cuff tubing connector into the socket in the left side of the monitor.
make certain that the connector is completely inserted to avoid air leakage
during blood pressure measurements
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avoid compression or restriction of the connection tubing during mea-
surement which may cause inflation error, or harmful injury due to conti-
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nuous cuff pressure.
PHTHALATES
3. Applying the cuff
a. pulling the cuff end through the medal loop
(the cuff is packaged like this already), turn it
outward (away from your body) and tighten it
and close the Velcro fastener.
b. place the cuff around a bare arm 1-2cm above
the elbow joint.
c. While seated, place palm upside in front of you
on a flat surface such as a desk or table.
position the air tube in the middle of your arm in line
with your middle finger.
d. the cuff should fit comfortably, yet snugly around
your arm. You should be able to insert one finger
between your arm and the cuff.
Note:
1. please refer to the cuff circumference range in "SpECIfICatIonS" to
make sure that the appropriate cuff is used.
2. measuring on same arm each time.
3. Do not move your arm, body, or the monitor and do not move the rubber
tube during measurement.
4. Stay quiet, calm for 5 minutes before blood pressure measurement.
5. please keep the cuff clean. If the cuff becomes dirty, remove it from the
monitor and clear it by hand in a mild detergent, then rinse it thoroughly in
cold water. never dry the cuff in clothes dryer or iron it. Clean the cuff after
the usage of every 200 times is recommended.
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