Graham Field 240 User Manual
Professional
Blood Pressure Kit
with Separate Stethoscope
Model 240
240-INS-LAB-RevA09
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................... 2, 3
Safety Guidelines - Please Read Before Use........................... 3
About Blood Pressure........................................................... 4, 5
Assembling the Unit.................................................................. 5
Helpful Tips ............................................................................... 6
Correct Measuring Posture....................................................... 7
Applying the Cuff ...................................................................... 8
Measurement Procedures .................................................. 9, 10
Care And Maintenance ........................................................... 10
Limited Warranty .....................................................................11
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the new Labtron Model
240. This aneroid sphygmomanometer is both easy-to-use
and ideally suited for daily measurements. The systolic blood
pressure reading and diastolic blood pressure reading are
clearly shown at the completion of each reading.
Blood pressure measurements determined with your 240 are
equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using cuff/
stethoscope auscultation method, within the limits prescribed by
the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
(AAMI) SP 9 requirements.
Please read this manual carefully before use. For specific
information on your own blood pressure, contact your physician.
Please be sure to keep this manual.
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Introduction
Intended Use: The Labtron Aneroid Blood Pressure Monitor
is intended to measure arterial blood pressure. This device is
intended for use by adults, and not for use by children except
under the supervision of an adult. This device is not intended to
replace regular medical examinations. Review your procedure
for using this monitor with your physician, who is the only person
qualified to interpret blood pressure monitor results.
Safety Guidelines - Please Read Before Use
Important! Read and understand these instructions before using the Labtron Blood Pressure Kit. If you do not
understand any part of these instructions, contact your
medical professional or GF dealer for direction in the
use of this product.
If components are damaged or missing, contact your GF
dealer immediately. DO NOT use substitute parts.
GF Health Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for
any damage or injury caused by improper assembly or
use of this product.
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About Blood Pressure
What is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the pressure exerted on the artery tube while
blood flows through the arteries. The pressure measured when
the heart contracts and sends blood out of the heart is systolic
(highest) blood pressure. The pressure measured when the
heart dilates with blood flowing back into the heart is called
diastolic (lowest) blood pressure.
Why Measure Your Blood Pressure?
Among the various health problems afflicting people today,
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.
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