1. **Prepare the Monitor**: Insert fresh batteries into the device if needed, or ensure it’s properly charged if it has a rechargeable battery. Place the cuff around your upper arm, ensuring it’s positioned correctly according to the instructions provided with the monitor.
2. **Sit Comfortably**: Sit in a relaxed position with your feet flat on the floor and your back supported. Rest your arm on a flat surface such as a table, with your palm facing up.
3. **Turn On the Monitor**: Press the power button to turn on the monitor. The display screen should light up, indicating that it’s ready for use.
4. **Select User**: If the monitor has multiple user memory storage, select your user profile if applicable. If not, skip this step.
5. **Start Measurement**: Press the start button to begin the measurement process. The cuff will inflate automatically, gradually tightening around your arm.
6. **Remain Still**: Remain still and quiet during the measurement process. Avoid talking or moving your arm unnecessarily, as this could affect the accuracy of the readings.
7. **Read the Results**: Once the measurement is complete, the cuff will gradually deflate, and the monitor will display your blood pressure readings on the screen. This typically includes systolic pressure (the top number), diastolic pressure (the bottom number), and your pulse rate.
8. **Record or Save the Results**: If desired, record the readings in a journal or on a tracking app. Some monitors also have the option to save the readings directly into memory for future reference.
9. **Power Off the Monitor**: Press the power button again to turn off the monitor once you’re finished. Remove the cuff from your arm and store the monitor in a safe place.
10. **Clean and Maintain**: After each use, clean the cuff and monitor according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure proper hygiene and longevity of the device.
Following these steps will help you accurately measure your blood pressure using the PANASONIC EW-BU35 Blood Pressure Monitor.
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