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- Page 1 ReliOn is a registered trademark used under license by The Lumiscope Co., LTD Distributed by The Lumiscope Co., LTD 1035 Centennial Ave Piscataway, N J 08854...
- Page 2 Manual Blood Pressure Monitor Model 100-021REL...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ................. 3 About Blood Pressure ............ 4, 5 Assembling the Unit ............6 Helpful Tips ................. 7 Correct Measuring Posture ..........8 Applying the Cuff ..............9 Measurement Procedures ........... 10,11 Care & Maintenance ............12 Warranty ................ -
Page 7: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the new ReliOn Manual Blood Pressure Monitor. 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. -
Page 8: Care And Maintenance
Care And Maintenance To protect your unit from damage, please AVOID washing or moistening the cuff 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. - Page 9 Measurement Procedures 7. As the cuff deflates, listen carefully with the stethoscope for your pulse beat. The first sound represents the Systolic reading and the last sound represents your Diastolic reading. NOTE: If you make a mistake do not reinflate the cuff. Release all the air. Wait 1 minute.
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Page 10: About Blood Pressure
About Blood Pressure 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. -
Page 11: Blood Pressure Standard
About Blood Pressure 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. - Page 12 Measurement Procedures 1. To fasten the cuff, press the hook material firmly against the fuzzy pile Main material. Make sure the stethoscope Artery chest piece sits over the brachial artery. If necessary, readjust the cuff. 2. Place your arm on a table so that the cuff is at the same level as your heart.
- Page 13 Applying the Cuff 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.
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Page 14: Assembling The Unit
Assembling the Unit Lay out the parts as pictured on the next page. 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 correctly, the hook and pile material faces the outside of the cuff loop. -
Page 15: Helpful Tips
Helpful Tips BEFORE 1. READ this instruction manual carefully. 2. CALL our customer service, if you have questions (1-800-843-4429 x132 or 133). 3. MEASURE your blood pressure at the same time each day. 4. RELAX for at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement. 5. -
Page 16: Correct Measuring Posture
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. Fig. A Relax your entire body, especially the area between your elbow and fingers.