microlife BP3GX1-5N Quick Start Guide

QUICK START GUIDE

PLEASE READ BEFORE

YOU BEGIN

5

MIN.

Sit quietly for 5 minutes before you
take your measurement.

Avoid eating, smoking or any form of
exertion before you take your
measurement.

Do not ex muscles during your
measurement.

Always measure using
the same arm.

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FOLLOW THESE STEPS FOR BEST RESULTS

Make sure cu tube

1

is securely
connected to the
side of your blood
pressure monitor.

Slide arm through cu

2

as shown on bare skin
until the bottom edge
is ½" above elbow.
Align artery mark and
tubing to brachial
artery (inner arm).
Cu ts biceps

8.7" – 16.5".

Tighten cu to be

3

snug, but not too tight.
You should be able to
t 2 ngers between
cu and arm.

ARTERY MARK BRACHIAL ARTERY

TIP:

Align artery
mark / red
stripe with
your pinky
nger.

While seated, push the

4

power button and remain
still during your measurement.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

My blood pressure varies. How do I know what my true blood

Q

pressure is?

The average of several tests, obtained over several days under similar

A

conditions, is the best way to accurately determine your blood pressure.
It’s vital to measure your pressure consistently and regularly to better
manage your health. See chart below for daily variation.

Blood

Pressure

mmHg

200

150

100

Typical fluctuation within a day

Systolic Blood
Pressure

Diastolic Blood

50

6 AM 12 PM 12 AM6 PM

TIP: If you still feel your results are inaccurate, there is no need to return

the unit. Instead, call 1-800-568-4147 for assistance.

Why are my blood pressure readings dierent than at my

Q

doctor’s oce?

Lower readings: Many experience what is called “White Coat Hypertension”

A

when measured by a doctor. White Coat Hypertension refers to blood
pressure that rises above its usual level when measured in a clinical setting,
such as a doctor’s oce. It is named for the typical white coat uniform
worn by health care providers.

Higher readings: Blood pressure a variable body parameter that is subject

to normal uctuations throughout the day. To compare your pressure
levels, you should perform a daily measurement under comparable living
situations. Make sure that you feel relaxed and are not disturbed by your
environment. In addition, check for proper cu t, tightness, and artery
alignment. If you still need assistance, call 1-800-568-4147.

Pressure

Does my blood pressure monitor need to be calibrated?

Q

We recommend having the monitor calibrated every 2 years. To verify for

A

accuracy, please call 1-800-568-4147.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

For optimal results with your Microlife
Blood Pressure Monitor:

Make sure you are relaxed and taking
your reading at the same time of day.

Check for proper cu t–both size
and tightness.

Check alignment of artery mark and
tubing to your pinky nger.

Check for sucient battery charge.

IMPORTANT: A single reading that’s
dierent from your doctor’s is not
necessarily inaccurate. Blood pressure is
a variable body parameter that is subject
to normal uctuations throughout the
day. If you see continued measurements
which you believe to be inaccurate,
please call us at 1-800-568-4147 so we
can help you.

BEFORE RETURNING

PLEASE CALL 1-800-568-4147