Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Use, Care, & Maintenance
Device Description and Intended Use An aneroid sphygmomanometer is used by professional healthcare providers and individuals trained in the auscultatory blood pressure technique to determine systolic and diastolic blood pressure in humans. Size Chart Contraindications: Aneroid sphygmomanometers are contraindicated for neonate use. Do not use with neonatal cuffs or neonate patients. Review the size chart (right) for proper age and limb range usage. Cuff Size Infant 7 Limb Range Inches CM 3.5 to 5.
vent over-inflation. With smaller cuffs (infant or child) the cuff can inflate to over 300mmHg with just two full compressions of the bulb. To prevent discomfort or injury to the patient and damage to the instrument, bulb should only be partially squeezed, so that each “stroke” inflates the cuff in 40mmHg to 60mmHg increments until inflated to the desired level. WARNING: This product may contain a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
pressure. Index and range markings ensure use of the correct cuff size. The artery mark indicates proper cuff positioning. Left Arm Place the cuff over the bare upper arm with the arTube tery mark positioned directly over the brachial artery. The bottom edge of the cuff should be (Figure 1) positioned approximately (1”) one inch (2-3cm) above the antecubital fold. Wrap the end of the cuff not containing the bladder around the arm snugly and smoothly and engage adhesive strips (Figure 1).
Care and Maintenance STORAGE: Pocket Gauge: After measurement, fully exhaust cuff then wrap cuff around gauge and bulb and store in zippered carrying case. NOTE: This product will maintain the safety and performance characteristics specified at temperatures ranging from 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C) at a relative humidity level of 15% to 85%. Manometer: Your pocket aneroid gauge requires minimal care and maintenance.
infect, first follow the cleaning steps above, then spray cuff with 10% bleach solution until saturated, agitate with a sterile brush over entire cuff surface for five minutes. Rinse continuously with distilled water for five minutes. Wipe off excess water with sterile cloth and allow cuff to air dry. CAUTION: Do not iron cuff. CAUTION: Do not heat or steam sterilize cuff.
Warranty The manufacturer warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service as follows: Warranty service extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences with the date of delivery. Warranty duration is as follows: Inflation System Manometer 1 YEAR 5 YEARS 1 YEAR 10 YEARS 3 YEARS 20 YEARS 3 YEARS LIFE *Refer to box end panel for specific warranty duration. What is Covered: Calibration, repair, or replacement of parts and labor.
