Instruction manual

Applying Your Blood Pressure Cuff

Fig. 1

1. Remove any constrictive clothing or

jewelry that may interfere with the

cuff placement.

2. You should be seated with your feet

flat on the floor.

3. Position the cuff on a solid surface

with the tubing facing UP and AWAY

from you,

Fig. 1.

The metal bar on

the cuff should be to the left of the

tubing, underneath the cuff.

4. Widen or open the cuff by pulling or

rolling the bottom of the cuff towards

the right,

Fig. 2.

This should open

the cuff, creating a cylinder.

Do not extend the cuff beyond the

metal bar.

Avoid smoking, eating, taking medication, alcohol consumption or physical activity

30 minutes prior to taking a reading. If you are exhibiting signs of stress, avoid taking

your measurement until the feeling subsides.

Rest 15 minutes prior to taking a reading.

Note: If for any reason you are unable to or should not use your left arm, please

modify the following instructions and apply the cuff to your right arm. Your physician

can tell you which arm is best for you to use.

Fig. 2