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3 taking a reading 1 – Omron Healthcare M3 User Manual

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3.Using the Unit

3.3

Taking a Reading

1.

Press the O/I START button to turn on the unit.

Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and place your arm

on a table so that the cuff will be at the same level as your

heart. Keep still and do not talk during measurement.

During measurement, the buzzer (if set to “on”) will beep in

rhythm with your heartbeat.

Note: To cancel a measurement, press the O/I START button

to turn off the unit and to release the air in the arm cuff.

Common Causes of Inaccurate Results

Leaning forwards.

Arm cuff is too loose.

Movement or talking

during measurement.

Note: If the arm cuff is at a lower position than

your heart use cushions etc., to adjust the

height of your arm.

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