Graham Field WALLMAX 222 User manual

Wallmax™ Professional
Aneroid Sphygmomanometer
Model 222
Model V222B
User Manual
Read this manual before operating the
Wallmax Professional Aneroid
Sphygmomanometer. Save this manual for
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Tools needed for installation: Drill with 3/16" drill bit
Note: A stethoscope is necessary to perform the auditory
component of blood pressure readings.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - PLEASE READ BEFORE USE
Important! Read and understand these instructions before
installing or using the Labtron® Wallmax™ Aneroid Sphyg-
momanometer. If you do not understand any part of these
instructions, contact your medical professional or Graham-
Field dealer for direction in the use of this product.
Note that Sphygmomanometer Model 222 contains latex.
Sphygmomanometer Model V222B is latex-free.
If components are damaged or missing, contact your
Graham-Field dealer immediately. DO NOT use substitute
parts.
GF Health Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any
damage or injury caused by improper installation or use of
this product.
INTENDED USE
The Labtron Aneroid Sphygmomanometer, shown on the
next page, is intended to measure arterial blood pressure.
CONTENTS
SAFETY GUIDELINES - PLEASE READ BEFORE USE ............................................2
INTENDED USE............................................................................................................2
INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................3
BLOOD PRESSURE.....................................................................................................5
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................7
WARRANTY..................................................................................................................7

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bulb
valve
cuff
gauge
222 / V222B
Wallmax Professional
Aneroid Sphygmomanometer
INSTALLATION
The Wallmax Aneroid Sphygmomanometer wall mount is
packaged complete with gauge, swivel bracket, and mount-
ing screws.
Note: Mount the gauge at the intended users' eye level to
facilitate easy measurement reading.
WARNING: The wall bracket mounts on two screws which
are installed in the wall. You must mount these screws in
a wall stud; otherwise, the sphygmomanometer could fall,
resulting in damage to the sphygmomanometer and/or
personal injury.

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1. Mount the bracket using the two center holes. Swivel
the sphygmomanometer on its bracket to expose the
mounting holes, as shown below.
manometer
screw
mounting
position
on wall
bracket
Installation, 222 / V222B
Wallmax Professional
Aneroid Sphygmomanometer
2. Locate the wall stud where you will mount the bracket.
DANGER—risk of electrocution! Ensure that there is no
electrical wiring at the location where you will mount the
bracket.
3. Hold the bracket up to the wall at the desired mount-
ing height. Place the two center mounting holes directly
over the wall stud. Ensure that the manometer's face is
correctly oriented and that the bracket is level. Mark on
the wall in the center of both holes. Remove the bracket.
4. Drill a 3/16" hole approximately 7/8" deep at each of the
two marked locations.
5. Hold the bracket up to the wall at the mounting location,
ensuring that the manometer's face is correctly oriented
and that the bracket is level.
6. Install the two mounting screws through the bracket
center mounting holes into the wall stud. Do not over-
tighten.

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BLOOD PRESSURE
Blood Pressure is a measure of the blood’s pressure in
the circulatory system, which changes constantly during
the course of the cardiac cycle. Blood pressure readings
report two values. The higher reading (systolic pressure)
shows the highest pressure in the arteries occurring when
the heart contracts. The lower reading (diastolic pressure)
shows the lowest pressure in the arteries, which occurs
right before the heart contracts. Blood pressure readings
are written with the highest value rst, then the lowest
value. Readings of 120/80 are considered to be normal,
with high blood pressure being dened as a systolic
pressure which is 140mmHg or more at rest and a diastolic
pressure which is 90mmHg or more at rest. Only a patient’s
physician is qualied to determine whether the readings
obtained are normal for that person.
Measuring blood pressure: Have the patient, while relaxed
and in a sitting position, extend the arm from which the
blood pressure will be taken to the front or laterally with
the palm of the hand up.
Attach the cuff and diaphragm: Hold the end of the cuff
containing the ination bag rmly against the inside of the
bare upper arm with the artery symbol positioned over the
brachial artery. Never place the cuff over clothing. Pull
the opposite end of the cuff snugly around the arm and
secure the Velcro®strips. The range lines, indicated by the
arrows, show the correct cuff size when the cuff is placed
on the arm. If the index line on the end of the cuff falls be-
tween the two range lines, the cuff is the proper size. If the
index line falls outside the range lines, a larger or smaller
cuff should be used. The cuff should be snug, but not too
tight. If one or two ngers can t between the cuff and the
arm, the cuff is properly secured. Place the diaphragm of
the stethoscope over the brachial artery inferior to the
cuff.

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Inflating the cuff: Close the bulb’s air valve by turning the
air release valve clockwise. Squeeze the ination bulb at a
steady rate until the gauge’s needle points at approximate-
ly 30mmHg above the individual’s normal systolic pres-
sure value. If the individual’s normal blood pressure is not
known, it is recommended to inate to 200mmHg.
Systolic blood pressure reading: Open the air release
valve slowly by turning it counter-clockwise while holding
the diaphragm of the stethoscope over the brachial artery.
Proper deation rate is vital for an accurate reading. The
recommended deation rate is 2-3mmHg per second, or
a drop of one to two marks on the pressure gauge with
each heartbeat. Do not keep the cuff inflated any longer
than necessary. As the cuff begins to deate, listen care-
fully with the stethoscope. Note the reading on the gauge
as soon as a faint, rhythmic tapping or thumping sound is
heard. The rst sound is the systolic pressure reading. Al-
ways check with your health care provider to ensure read-
ings are performed correctly.
Diastolic blood pressure reading: Allow the pressure to
continue dropping at the same deation rate. Note the
reading on the gauge when the last audible thumping,
swishing, or blowing sound is heard; this is the diastolic
blood pressure reading. After a few seconds have passed
and no audible thumping, swishing, or blowing sounds are
heard, deate the cuff using the air release valve complete-
ly. Remove the cuff and stethoscope from the arm.
Record the systolic and diastolic readings. Repeat the
measurement two or more times to ensure accuracy. Only
a patient’s physician is qualied to analyze blood pressure.

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MAINTENANCE
Recommended care and maintenance:
Do not drop or pull excessively on the sphygmomanometer components.
Never inate beyond 300mmHg.
Do not expose the cuff to direct sunlight.
Do not put the sphygmomanometer in contact with sharp objects which could
pierce the material and cause damage.
Do not dismantle or disassemble.
Cleaning Wipe off the manometer and bulb with a clean, damp cloth.
Wash the cuff with soap and cold water, rinse and air dry. Do
not press cuff with a hot iron.
Sterilization Do not use steam, heat or liquid disinfectants to sterilize the
cuff, ination system or manometer. Gas sterilization may be
used on the cuff only, if necessary.
Storage Always deate the cuff completely before storage.
WARRANTY
GF Health Products, Inc. warrants the Labtron Wallmax
Professional Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Model 222 /
V222B for a period of one year for defects in workmanship
and materials. During the warranty period, defective items
will be repaired or replaced at manufacturer’s option at no
charge.

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