Ramsey Medical statMAP Instructions Manual page 27

Blood pressure measurement device
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Difficulty obtaining consistent BP readings
(greater than +/- 15 mmHg from reading to reading)
1. Excessive movement. Keep patient from moving during
the measurement cycle
2. Wrong size cuff used.
3. Cuff not properly snug, i.e., not tight enough on initial
placement. Tighten cuff on the limb.
4. Cuff is not in correct location on arm. Reposition cuff.
5. Check LoBat light. Replace batteries if indicated.
6. Zero not set properly on power up. Make sure there is no
pressure in the system when the statMAP is first powered
up by opening the deflate trigger first and/or removing
the cuff connector from the unit to assure atmospheric
pressure, before turning Power ON.
Unit will not turn on, or shuts off after powering up.
1. Replace batteries.
2. If batteries do not fix problem, return unit for service.
Cuff will not inflate.
1. Check cuff connection.
2. Verify deflate trigger is in the up position (valve closed
position).
3. Check cuff and hose for leaks or damage.
Strange statMAP behavior.
1. Replace batteries.
2. If batteries do not fix problem, return unit for service.
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