Graham Field Blood Pressure Monitor V223 User Manual

Mobile Height-Adjustable  
Aneroid Sphygmomanometer  
Model V223  
User Manual  
Read this manual before operating the Mobile  
Height-Adjustable Aneroid Sphygmomanometer.  
Save this manual for future reference.  
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upper bracket  
aneroid  
sphygmomanometer  
lower bracket  
M6 screw  
and washer  
M4 screw  
basket  
upper pole  
height  
adjustment  
knob  
lower pole  
spring  
pole base  
base  
large washer  
caster  
M8 screw and  
small washer  
V223 Mobile Adjustable  
Aneroid Sphygmomanometer  
ASSEMBLY  
Refer to the picture above to assemble the Mobile Height-  
Adjustable Aneroid Sphygmomanometer.  
1. Assemble casters and base.  
2. Insert pole base into base.  
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3. Insert lower pole into pole base.  
4. Assemble M8 screw, small washer, and large washer  
as shown on previous page. Install from the bottom  
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through base into pole base. Use /16" wrench to tighten.  
5. Insert spring into lower pole.  
6. Insert upper pole into lower pole.  
7. Install height adjustment knob in upper pole. Adjust  
upper pole to desired height. Turn knob clockwise to  
tighten.  
8. Install basket on upper pole; insert two M4 screws  
to secure it as shown on previous page. Use Phillips  
screwdriver to tighten screws.  
9. Install lower bracket on upper pole; insert two M6  
screws and washers to secure it as shown on previous  
page. Use Phillips screwdriver to tighten screws.  
10. Slide sphygmomanometer's upper bracket into lower  
bracket.  
WARNING: Ensure that sphygmomanometer is assembled  
as described and that all components are securely  
fastened before use.  
Adjust height: Turn the height adjustment knob counter-  
clockwise to loosen it, move upper pole to desired height,  
then turn knob clockwise to tighten.  
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  
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are written with the highest value first, then the lowest  
value. Readings of 120/80 are considered to be normal,  
with high blood pressure being defined 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 qualified 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 inflation bag firmly 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 hook and loop fastener 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 between 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 fingers can fit 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.  
Inflating the cuff: Close the bulb’s air valve by turning the  
air release valve clockwise. Squeeze the inflation bulb at a  
steady rate until the gauge’s needle points at approximately  
30mmHg above the individual’s normal systolic pressure  
value. If the individual’s normal blood pressure is not  
known, it is recommended to inflate 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.  
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Proper deflation rate is vital for an accurate reading. The  
recommended deflation 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 deflate, listen carefully  
with the stethoscope. Note the reading on the gauge as  
soon as a faint, rhythmic tapping or thumping sound is  
heard. The first sound is the systolic pressure reading.  
Always check with your health care provider to ensure  
readings are performed correctly.  
Diastolic blood pressure reading: Allow the pressure to  
continue dropping at the same deflation 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, deflate the cuff using the air release valve  
completely. 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 qualified to analyze blood pressure.  
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MAINTENANCE  
s NOTICE: To prevent product damage, please follow these  
recommended care and maintenance instructions:  
Do not drop or pull excessively on the sphygmomanometer components.  
Never inflate 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 sphygmomanometer component.  
Cleaning  
Wipe off manometer, bulb, poles, basket and base with a clean,  
damp cloth. Wash cuff with soap and cold water, rinse and air dry.  
Do not iron cuff.  
Sterilization Do not use steam, heat or liquid disinfectants to sterilize cuff,  
inflation system, or manometer. Gas sterilization may be used on  
cuff only, if necessary.  
Storage  
Always deflate the cuff completely before storage.  
WARRANTY  
GF Health Products, Inc. ("Graham-Field") warrants the Labtron  
Mobile Height-Adjustable Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Model  
V223 for a period of one year for defects in workmanship and  
materials. If a product is deemed to be under warranty, GF  
Health Products, Inc. shall provide, at its option, (1) replacement  
of any defective part or product or (2) a credit of the original  
selling price made to GF Health Products, Inc.’s initial customer.  
The warranty does not include any labor charges incurred in  
replacement part(s) installation or any associated freight or  
shipping charges to GF Health Products, Inc.  
The warranties contained herein contain all the representations  
and warranties with respect to the subject matter of this  
document, and supersede all prior negotiations, agreements  
and understandings with respect thereto. The recipient of this  
document hereby acknowledges and represents that it has not  
relied on any representation, assertion, guarantee, warranty,  
collateral contract or other assurance, except those set out in  
this document.  
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Graham-Field and Labtron are registered trademarks of  
GF Health Products, Inc.  
Packaging, warranties, products, and specifications are subject to  
change without notice. GF Health Products, Inc. is not responsible for  
typographical errors.  
USA Corporate Headquarters:  
GF Health Products, Inc.  
2935 Northeast Parkway  
Atlanta, Georgia 30360  
telephone: 770-368-4700  
fax: 770-368-2386  
V223-INS-LAB-RevB11  
© 2011, GF Health Products, Inc.  
 

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