Labtron 240 User Manual

Professional blood pressure kit with separate stethoscope

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Professional
Blood Pressure Kit
with Separate Stethoscope
Model 240
240-INS-LAB-RevA09

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  • Page 1 Professional Blood Pressure Kit with Separate Stethoscope Model 240 240-INS-LAB-RevA09...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Blood pressure measurements determined with your 240 are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using cuff/ stethoscope auscultation method, within the limits prescribed by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) SP 9 requirements.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Intended Use: The Labtron Aneroid Blood Pressure Monitor is intended to measure arterial blood pressure. This device is intended for use by adults, and not for use by children except under the supervision of an adult. This device is not intended to replace regular medical examinations.
  • Page 4: 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 5: Assembling The Unit

    About Blood Pressure It is important that Grade 3 Hypertension (Severe) you consult with your physician regularly. Grade 2 Hypertension (Moderate) Your physician will tell you your normal Grade 1 Hypertension (Mild) blood pressure range as well as the point High-Normal at which you will be Normal...
  • Page 6: Helpful Tips

    Helpful Tips BEFORE 1. READ this instruction manual carefully. 2. MEASURE your blood pressure at the same time each day. 3. RELAX for at least 5 minutes before taking a measurement. 4. REMOVE tight fitting clothing from your left upper arm. 5.
  • Page 7: 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. Relax your entire body, especially the area between your elbow and fingers.
  • Page 8: Applying The Cuff

    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.
  • Page 9: Measurement Procedures

    Measurement Procedures 1. To fasten the cuff, press the hook material firmly against the fuzzy pile material. Make sure the stethoscope chestpiece 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 10: Care And Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 11: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty GF Health Products, Inc. guarantees this product from the date of purchase for the following terms: freedom from defects in material and workmanship: one year calibration: ten years except as noted below: This product warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse, the attachment of any unauthorized accessory, alteration to the product, or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of GF Health Products, Inc.
  • Page 12 GF Health Products, Inc. 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta, Georgia 30360 telephone: 800-347-5678, 770-447-1609 fax: 800-726-0601, 678-291-3232 © August 2009 GF Health Products, Inc. Made and Printed in China www.grahamfield.com...

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