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Cuff Size Indicator On The Cuff Our cuff has an indicator which tells you whether you are using the correct cuff size or not. Place the cuff on your arm (see Page E-6 to learn how to put the cuff on correctly) and if the Index Mark points within the Proper Fit Range, you are using the correct cuff size. If the Index points outside of the Proper Fit Range, contact A&D Medical at 1-888-726-9966 (in Canada, call Auto Control Medical at 1-800-461-0991) for more information on where to obtain a cuff replacement. NOTE: If the cuff size indicator falls on a borderline between two size categories, pick either one and make sure to use the same cuff size for each measurement. USE SMALL CUFF USE LARGE CUFF INDEX INDEX Ea LifeSource Health Line (Toll-Free): 1-888-726-9966 ! E-5 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE Tips for Blood Pressure Monitoring: . Relax for about 5 minutes before measurement. . Do not smoke or ingest caffeine at least 30 minutes prior to measurement. . Remove constricting clothing and place cuff on bare arm. . Unless your physician recommends otherwise, use left arm to measure pressure. . Do not talk during measurement. . Do not cross legs and keep you feet flat on floor during measurement. Now you are ready. Follow these simple steps: 1. Sit comfortably with your left arm resting on a flat surface so that the center of your upper arm is at the same height as your heart. Cuff Tube 2. Lay left arm on the table, palm up and thread cuff end through metal loop, smooth side against arm. Then position the tube off-center toward the inner side of arm in line with the little finger. 3. Pull the end of the cuff to tighten it, fold back the extra material, and fasten securely. The cuff should be snug but not too tight. You should be able to insert two fingers between the cuff and your arm. IMPORTANT: Measure pressure at the same time each day. 4. Confirm that the index points within the proper fit range. Index and Proper Fit range In Canada - Auto Control Medical (Toll-Free): 1-800-461-0991 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 5. Press the START button. Your average blood pressure reading will appear with the number of measurements stored in memory (i.e. A25 = total of 25 measurements stored in memory) and a flashing symbol, indicating that monitor is ready for measurement. NOTE: If the symbol is displayed, the cuff has some air trapped in it. Press the exhaust valve button until the symbol is displayed. You may have to press on the cuff while holding the exhaust valve to release all the air in the cuff. 6. When the symbol is displayed, begin cuff inflation by squeezing the inflator bulb repeatedly. It may take a few seconds for the symbol to appear. 7. Stop squeezing the inflator bulb when symbol disappears or until cuff pressure reaches about 30 mmHg to 40 mmHg above expected systolic pressure. If inflating to a level above your expected systolic pressure, we recommend using the chart shown below to determine your inflation level. Usual Systolic Inflate to Up to 130 160 131-170 200 171-210 240 211-250 280 LifeSource Health Line (Toll-Free): 1-888-726-9966 TAKING YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE 8. When the correct pressurization has been reached, the automatic exhaust mechanism will gradually reduce the pressure in the cuff. Sit quietly during measurement. The . symbol will blink with your pulse beat. NOTE: Exhaust rate cannot be adjusted during measurement. If you wish to stop inflation at any time, press the exhaust valve to release the pressure in the cuff. 9. After you see the measurement results displayed on the screen, press the exhaust valve to release the excess air from the cuff. If you move your arm before pressing the exhaust valve, the result on the screen will be deleted. The monitor shuts off automatically in about 30 seconds. You can also press the START button to shut off the monitor. 10. Remove cuff and make a note of your blood pressure and pulse rate on the chart in the back of the manual, indicating date and time of measurement. Additional logbook charts can be downloaded and printed for free at or We advise that you record the date and time after each measurement because an accurate blood pressure history relies not on single or sporadic readings but on a pattern over time. NOTE: Allow at least 5 minutes between measurements on the same person. In Canada - Auto Control Medical (Toll-Free): 1-800-461-0991 WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT The UA-705 Blood Pressure Monitor provides a blood pressure and pulse rate measurement even when an irregular heartbeat occurs. The Irregular Heartbeat symbol will appear in the display window in the event an Irregular Heartbeat has occurred during measurement. An irregular heartbeat is defined as a heartbeat that varies by 25% from the average of all heartbeat intervals during the blood pressure measurement. It is important that you relax, remain still and refrain from talking during measurements. NOTE: We recommend contacting your physician...