Fora Vital - Taking Measurements; Proper Measurement Position

EN-5
4. Measurement is in progress.
After the meter is turned on, the cu will begin to inate
automatically.
TAKING MEASUREMENTS
Always apply the pressure cu before turning on the
meter.
1. Press . All the LCD symbols and the
last blood pressure result will appear.
Then the cu will begin to inate
automatically.
2. The heart symbol “ ” will ash when
pulse is detected during the ination.
3. After the measurement, the meter
displays the systolic pressure, diastolic
pressure and pulse rate.
4. Press to switch o. Or it will switch
o automatically after being idle for 3
minutes.
WARNING:
• If you press during measurement, the monitor will be
turned o.
INDEX
RED LINESHOULD BE AT THE INSID
INDEX MUST
The range index of cuff should
fall within this range
4. Leave a little free space between
the arm and the cu; you should
be able to t two ngers between
them. Clothing must not restrict the
arm. Remove all clothing covering or
constricting the measurement arm.
5. Press the hook material rmly against
the pile material. The top and bottom
edges of the cu should be tightened
evenly around your upper arm.
Proper Measurement Position
1. Sit down for at least 10 minutes before
measuring.
2. Place your elbow on a at surface.
Relax your hand with the palm facing
up.
3. Make sure the cu is about the
same height as the location of
your heart. Press . Remain still
and do not talk or move during the
measurement.
WARNING:
If the cu is relatively lower (higher) than the heart, the
obtained blood pressure value could be higher (lower) than
the actual value. A 15 cm dierence in height may result in an
error around 10 mmHg.