Correct Position During Measurement; Cuff Preparation - Nissei DS-10a Instructoin Manual

USE OF THE DEVICE WITH THE AC ADAPTOR
Socket for the AC Adaptor is arranged on the right side of the
device (fi g. 2.4).
To use the device with the AC Adaptor, connect it to the de-
vice, install the power plug of AC Adaptor into the socket out-
let, and press the «
When fi nished, turn off the device by pressing
the« », button, unplug the AC Adaptor from the
socket outlet and disconnect it from the device.

CORRECT POSITION DURING MEASUREMENT

Sit down at the table with your back supported
and feet fl at on the fl oor so that during the blood
pressure measurement your forearm and hand
are on its surface.
Make sure that the place where the cuff is put on
the upper arm is about the same level as the heart
and the forearm and hand freely lie on the table
and does not move (fi g. 3).
You can also measure your blood pressure when
lying on your back. Look up, stay calm and do not move during the measurement. Make sure that the place
where the cuff is put on the upper arm is about the same level as the heart (fi g. 5).
Measured values may vary slightly, depending on the position during the measurement. If the
cuff is above/below the level of the heart, resulting reading may be incorrect (lower/higher)

CUFF PREPARATION

Fig.6
Fig.7
» button.
1 Apply the cuff to your left upper arm so that the Air hose is directed to
your palm (fi g.6). If the measurement on your left arm is diffi cult, you may
use your right arm. In this case remember that the readings may diff er by
5-10 mmHg and even more.
2 Wrap the cuff around your upper arm so that the bottom of the cuff is
approximately 2-3 cm above your elbow. Air tube should be directed to-
wards the palm (fi g.7).
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Fig.5
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