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It offers proven reliability and superior performance at an economical price. With the advanced non-stop pin mechanism and ergonomic bulb with complete valves, the BP AG1-10 ensure you a precise and consistent measurement. Its oversized cuff can be applied to users whose arm circumference ist 25 the least and up to 40 cm.
«blood ejection» (Systole) the value is maximal (systolic blood pressure value), at the end of the heart’s «rest period» (Diastole) minimal (diastolic blood pressure value). The blood pressure values must lie within certain normal ranges in order to prevent particular diseases. 2.2 Which values are normal? Blood pressure is too high if at rest, the diastolic pressure is above 90 mmHg and/or the systolic blood pressure is over 140 mmHg.
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☞ Further information • If your values are mostly standard under resting conditions but exceptionally high under con ditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suffering from so-called «labile hypertension». Please consult your doctor if you suspect that this might be the case. • Correctly measured diastolic blood pressure values above 120 mmHg require immediate medical treatment. 2.3. What can be done, if regular increased/low values are obtained? a) Please consult your doctor.
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C) Habits • Give up smoking completely • Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol • Restrict your caffeine consumption (Coffee) D) Physical constitution • After a preliminary medical examination, do regular sport. • Choose sports which require stamina and avoid those which require strength. • Avoid reaching the limit of your performance. • With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your doctor before beginning your sporting activities. He will advise you regarding the type and extent of types of sport that are possible for you. 3.
4. Carrying out a measurement 4.1. Before the measurement • Avoid eating, smoking as well as all forms of exertion directly before the measurement. All these factors influence the measurement result. Try and find time to relax by sitting in an armchair in a quite atmosphere for about ten minutes before the measurement. • Remove any garment that fits closely to your upper arm. • Measure always on the same wrist (normally left).
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b) Lay the cuff on the arm as illustrated. Make certain 2–3 cm that the lower edge of the cuff lies approximately 2 to 3 cm above the elbow and that the rubber tube leaves the cuff on the inner side of the arm. tube Important! The mark (ca.
4.4. Measuring procedure 4.4.1. Put the chestpiece under the cuff The chestpiece shall not be placed ON or INTO the cuff, it shall be placed either under the cuff, or 1 - 2 cm below it. The chest piece is then placed correctly , when the Korrot koff’s sound appears strongest (‘loudest’).
4.4.4. Diastolic blood pressure reading Allow the pressure to continue dropping at the same deflation rate. When your diastolic blood pressure value reached, the thumping sound stops. Deflate the cuff valve completely. Remove the cuff from arm and stethoscope from ears. 4.4.5.
The pressure does not rise although 1. Make sure that the valve is closed. the bulb is pumping. 2. Make sure the cuff is properly connected to bulb and manometer 3. Check if the cuff, tube and bulb is leaky. Replace the defective parts if any The deflation rate can not be set to • Disassemble the valve from bulb to check if there...
• Never contact the cuff fabric with a sharp instrument, since this could cause damage. • Always deflate cuff completely before storage. • Do not dismantle manometer under any circumstance. • Store the whole device in storage bag provided, to keep all the parts clean. • Storage temperature condition: 20 °C to +70 °C at a relative air humidity of 85 % (non condensing). • Wipe off the manometer and bulb with a damp cloth. Sterilization is not necessary, since the parts of manometer should not come into direct contact with the patient‘s body during measurement. • Remove the bladder first, and wipe the closer, bladder and tubes with a damp cloth. The cuff can be washed with soap and cold water. But do rinse the cuff with clear water and keep it air dry. Periodical recalibration Sensitive measuring devices must from time to time be checked for accuracy.
Device corresponds to the requirements of the EN1060-1 /-2 ANSI / AAMI SP09 This device complies with the requirements of the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC. 9. www.microlife.com Detailed user information about our products as well as services can be found at www.microlife.com...
10. Technical specifications Weight: 360 g Size: 175 x 70 x 103 mm Storage temperature: –20 °C to +70 °C Humidity: 85 % relative humidity maximum Operation temperature: 0 °C to 46 °C Measuring range: 0 to 300 mmHg Measuring resolution: 2 mmHg Accuracy: within ±3 mmHg in 18 °C to 33 °C ; within ±6 mmHg in 34 °C to 46 °C Inflation source: a volume of at least 200cc to a pressure of 300 mmHg in 4 to 10 sec Air leakage: <±4 mmHg/min...
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