User manual LUMISCOPE MODEL 1100

[. . . ] Among the various health problems afflicting modern people, problems associated with high blood pressure are by far the most common. High blood pressure's dangerously strong correlation with cardiovascular disease has made measuring blood pressure a necessity for identifying those at risk. Blood Pressure Standard The World Health Organization (WHO) and National High Blood Pressure Education Program Coordinating Committee have developed a blood pressure standard, according to which areas of low- and high-risk blood pressure are identified. This standard, however, is a general guideline and blood pressures vary between different people, age groups, etc. It is important that you consult with your physician regularly. [. . . ] Three short beeps will be heard if you pump the pressure to 170 mmHg, to remind you to stop. If the cuff pressure is not enough, an upward arrow ( ) will display and two short beeps will be heard to remind you that you should continue pumping. Sit still and wait for the monitor to deflate and measure your blood pressure. It is important to remain still and quiet during measurement. Any significant movement may affect measurement results. Upon completion of the measurement cycle, the monitor will display systolic, diastolic, and pulse readings and the unit will make a long beep. Measurement is now complete, and the reading is automatically stored in the monitor. The display will indicate a downward arrow ( ). Keep pressing the air release valve above the bulb until all pressure in cuff is released. Press the POWER button to turn off the power. If no button is pressed, the unit will shut off automatically in approximately one minute. 6 Recalling Memory 1. To recall stored blood pressure readings from memory, simply press the Memory button. The last set of memorized readings will be displayed. Another press of the Memory button will recall the previous set of readings. All readings stored in memory will be displayed with its sequence number. Helpful Tips Here are a few helpful tips to help you obtain more accurate readings: · Do not measure your blood pressure immediately after consuming a large meal. To obtain more accurate readings, please wait one hour before measuring. · Do not smoke or drink alcohol before measuring your blood pressure. · You should not be physically tired or exhausted while taking a measurement. · It is important that you relax during measurement. · Do not take measurements if you are under stress or under tension. · Take your blood pressure at normal body temperature. If you are feeling cold or hot, wait a while before taking a measurement. [. . . ] There is a $15 fee for return shipping and handling. Please make checks payable to The Lumiscope Co. , Inc. Upon receipt, Lumiscope will repair or replace, as appropriate, this blood pressure monitor and return it to you. Warranty is solely through the Lumiscope Repair Department. [. . . ]