2-9. Do not wind the cuff over jacket or sweater sleeve, or
measurement cannot be done.
2-10. Keep in mind that blood pressure naturally varies from
time to time throughout the day and also is affected
by lots of different factors such as smoking, alcohol
consumption, medication and physical activity.
2-11. People with a condition that causes circulatory problems
(diabetes, kidney disease, arteriosclerosis or poor peripheral
circulation) may get lower readings with this monitor than
with a blood pressure monitor that is used on the upper
arm.
Please consult your physician to determine if your wrist blood
pressure accurately reflects your actual blood pressure.
2-12. Blood pressure measurements taken with the unit are
equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer
using the cuff / stethoscope auscultation method
and are within the accuracy limits prescribed by the
American National Standard for Electronic or Automated
Sphygmomanometers.
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