BV 20-104-014-L User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SELF-TAKING
BLOOD PRESSURE KIT
MODELS
20-104-014-L,20-104-015-L
20-105-014-L, 20-105-015-L
CAUTION: Please read all instructions before using this
instrument to take a blood pressure reading. Follow all
CAUTION STATEMENTS to avoid injury and damage. Talk to
your doctor for information about your blood pressure.

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UNIT ASSEMBLY
Lay out the parts as pictured on the next page. The cuff
should already be folded through the metal D-ring. If the
cuff is not pre-folded, lay the cuff flat in front of you. Place
the metal D-ring on your left. The stethoscope faces up.
Pull the end of the cuff through the metal bar. If you fold
the cuff correctly, the velcro material faces the outside of
the cuff loop.
4 Easy Steps
Look at the drawing to help you put the tubing on the left.
1. Attach the gauge to the tubing on the left.
2. Attach the inflation bulb to the tubing on the right.
3. Attach the single end of the Y-tubing to the
stethoscope chestpiece.
4. Attach the double end of the Y-tubing to the binaural.
UNIT ASSEMBLY
For easy assembly follow the diagram below.
Connect each component securely to avoid injury
and instrument damage.

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WHAT IS BLOOD PRESSURE? WHAT IS BLOOD PRESSURE?
What is Blood Pressure?
Blood Pressure is the force exerted on the walls of your blood
vessels as blood flows through them.
Your heart is like a pump. When it contracts, or beats,
it sends a surge of blood through the blood vessels and the
pressure increases. This is called systolic pressure.
When your heart relaxes between beats, your blood
pressure decreases. This is called diastolic pressure.
Your doctor takes both your systolic and diastolic blood
pressure. Your blood pressure is recorded in numbers. An
example would be 120/80. Blood pressure is measured in
millimeters of mercury written as mmHg.
Blood pressure varies during the day. Factors influencing
blood pressure include physical activity, medications, and
emotional and physical condition. Asingle measurement may
not provide a true picture of a personÕs blood pressure.
IMPORTANT: Consult with your doctor to find
your normal blood pressure. Only a
doctor is qualified to diagnose and treat high
blood pressure.
Heart Contracts
(Pressure Increases)
Heart Relaxes
(Pressure Decreases)
Systolic Pressure
Diastolic Pressure

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CAUTION: Make sure all components are
assembled correctly and securely. Failure to do so
may result in injury or an incorrect reading.
IMPORTANT: Consult with your doctor to find
yournormal blood pressure. Only a doctoris quali-
fied to diagnose and treat high blood pressure.
1. Make sure you are seated with your feet flat and your back
and arm supported. Rest your arm at heart level. Then re-
move tight-fitting clothing from arm. Have the person whose
blood pressure is to be taken sit quietly for at least 5 minutes
before taking a blood pressure reading.
2. Locate the brachial artery by placing two fingers one inch
above the bend of the elbow on the inside of the arm.
3. Put the left arm through the cuff loop. Place the bottom
edge of the cuff one-half inch above the elbow. Adjust the
cuff so that the stethoscope chestpiece sits on the inside of
the arm over the brachial artery.
4. The cuff should be
wrapped so that it fits
snugly and stays in
place. You should be
able to place one fin-
ger between the cuff
and arm. Make sure
the metal D-ring
does not pinch your
skin. Fasten the cuff
by folding the end of
the cuff over the D-
ring and press the
hook firmly against
the velcro material.
The stethoscope
chestpiece should be
placed over the bra-
chial artery. Adjust
the cuff as necessary.
HOW TO TAKE A READINGHOW TO TAKE A READING

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6. CAUTION: Before you put the stethoscope
binaural in your ears, make sure the eartips
are securely fastened to the binaural. Insert
the eartips into your ears. Remove eartips from ears when
adjusting the metal binaural for comfort.
8. Inflate the cuff. Rapidly squeeze the inflation bulb.
Inflate the cuff until the gauge reaches approximately
20-30 mmHg ABOVE known SYSTOLIC
reading. If you are unsure or do not know
the normal SYSTOLIC blood pressure
consult the doctor for the correct infla-
tion level.
CAUTION:Do not inflate the
cuff above 280 mmHg. You
may injure the individual or
damage the instrument.
5. Rest the arm on a table.
The arm should be relaxed.
Place the palm upward.
Assure the cuff is at the same
level as the heart.
HOW TO TAKE A READING HOW TO TAKE A READING
7. Clip the gauge to a hard
faced object (for example a
hard cover book) on the table
in front of you. Hold the in-
flation bulb in your hand.
Close the air release valve at-
tached to the inflation bulb by
turning it clockwise.
9. Slowly open the air release
valve by turning it counter-
clockwise. Release the air at
rate of 2-4 mmHg per second.
10. Listen carefully for the ap-
pearance of sounds, watching
the gauge needle. The first
sound heard is the SYSTOLIC
blood pressure reading.

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11. Continue to release the air at a rate of 2-4 mmHg per
second. The last sound you hear is the DIASTOLIC blood
pressure reading.
12. Turn the air release valve counter-clockwise to release
the remaining air. Remove the binaural from your ears.
Write your measurement in the record chart. You should
record readings immediately, (so as not to forget values).
Remove the cuff.
NOTE: Blood collects in the vessels during blood pres-
sure measurements. Wait at least 5 minutes before trying to
take another measurement. This time will allow the blood
to flow freely. It will also allow the vessels to return to
their normal condition. Review the measurement proce-
dures with the doctor.
HOW TO TAKE A READING QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
BEFORE
1. MEASURE your blood pressure at the SAME TIME
each day.
2. RELAX for at least five minutes before taking a
measurement.
3. Remove tight-fitting clothing from your upper arm.
4. DO NOT eat, smoke or exercise for at least 30 minutes
before taking a measurement.
DURING
1. PLACE CUFF at the heart level.
2. STETHOSCOPE CHESTPIECE covers the
BRACHIALARTERY.
3. Eartips are securely fastened.
4. INFLATE unit to proper level. (30-40 mmHg above
estimated systolic pressure).
5. DO NOT talk or move during a measurement.
6. DEFLATE unit at 2-4 mmHg per second.
AFTER
1. WAIT 5 minutes before taking another measurement.

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BASIC CARE OF BLOOD PRESSURE KIT
LIMITED TEN-YEAR WARRANTY
Your NEW blood pressure unit will provide many years of
reliable service with proper care. Follow these basic rules:
yHandle the pressure gauge with care. Do not drop. The
needle should rest within the indicator mark (pointing
south in the square) when not in use.
yAlways deflate cuff before storing.
yHandle the stethoscope with care. Do not use if the
chestpiece breaks.
yUse the storage case provided to store all items. The
storage case can also be used to keep your record chart
and instruction manual.
yDo not immerse the unit in water or any other fluids.
Corrosive materials may not be used to clean the unit.
When cleaning the unit use a damp cloth moistened
with either water or alcohol.
The blood pressure kit is warranted to be free from
manufacturing defects for a period of ten years under
normal use. This warranty extends to the original retail
purchaser. Should repair or calibration service be needed
ship the unit prepaid, including $12.95 for return shipping
and insurance to:
BV Medical
28W206 Commercial Ave., Unit B
Barrington, IL 60010
Be sure to include the model number of your unit and your
phone number on any correspondence. BV Medical will
either repair or replace (at your option) any components of
the kit free of charge, to correct defects.
The above warranty is complete and exclusive. The
warrantor expressly disclaims liability for incidental,
special, or consequential damages of any nature. (Some
states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above warranty may not
apply to you).

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LIMITED TWENTY YEAR WARRANTY
Any implied warranties arising by the operation of law
shall be limited in duration to the term of this warranty.
(Some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you).
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, which vary
from state to state.
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, CALL TOLL FREE:
1-888-822-8293
BV Medical
28W206 Commercial Ave., Unit B
Barrington, IL 60010
1-888-822-8293

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