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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
Manual Mode
1. The ideal circumstance for accurate BP measurement is to
have the subject relaxed and seated comfortably with the
arm free of clothing. The cuffed arm should be supported to
maintain the cuff at the patient's heart level.
2. When using statMAP in the manual mode, the unit should be
off (not powered).
3. Select the appropriate cuff size. Place cuff so that the artery
mark is aligned with the artery index marker. Wrap cuff
snugly around the patient's arm, insuring that the cuff index
marker (line) falls within the range markings.
4. Connect the cuff hose to the statMAP, ensuring that the
connection is tight.
5. Open the deflate trigger and verify the needle is located in
the zero indicator. This assures zero pressure in the system.
(If needle is not in zero indicator, contact customer service).
6. Close the deflate trigger valve by placing it in the "up" or
pump position. Inflate the cuff by squeezing the bulb firmly,
but gently. Avoid accidentally opening the deflate trigger
while inflating the cuff. Inflate the cuff 40 – 50 mmHg higher
than the expected systolic pressure. DO NOT OVER-
INFLATE. Over-inflation (pressures beyond 260 mmHg)
may cause damage to the statMAP and harm the patient.
7. With the bell or diaphragm of a stethoscope (not included
with the statMAP) lightly applied over the brachial artery,
watch statMAP and deflate cuff by pressing lightly on the
trigger until tension is felt. During the measurement, attempt
to keep the deflation rate at 2-3 mmHg per second.
NOTE: Inflate the cuff rapidly and then quickly begin
deflation to avoid hazard that may occur due to prolonged
over-inflation of the cuff.
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