American Diagnostic Corporation (ADC) Advantage Ultra - Manual (Page 6)

The gauge may be mechanical, digital, or mercurial. The cuff is wrapped around the limb and
inflated to constrict blood flow to the artery. As pressure is released from the cuff through the
deflation valve, blood flow returns to the artery producing pulse beats known as Korotkoff
sounds, which are detected with the stethoscope. Systolic pressure is recorded at the onset of
these sounds. Diastolic pressure is generally recorded when the sounds disappear (when blood
flow to the artery returns to normal).
3.9. How should I record my blood pressure?
Record your blood pressure by setting up a simple chart in a spiral-bound notebook as
shown below, or use the included record book.
Date Time Reading Pulse
4/24 7:50AM 128/83 72
4/25 8:00AM 135/77 77
4/26 7:45AM 130/75 71
4/27 2:00PM 153/89 80
If you like you can add a column for comments about your condition at the time of
measurement, or a listing of any factors that may have influenced your readings (such as
"had a cold", or "just returned from vacation").
For best results, and with time permitting, 3 successive measurements may be taken daily.
Make sure to allow at least 5 minute intervals between measurements. Discard any reading
that appears suspect and record the average of the remaining readings. If this method is
used, be sure to note that the readings are averaged.
4. COMPONENTS OF YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR
The illustration shows your blood pressure monitor, consisting of:
Each model has its own specific cuff:
Model Item No Description
6021N, 6022N 850-6022N Wide Range Soft Cuff
For arm circumference: 8.7−16.5” (22−42 cm)
6021NSA 850-6021NSA Small Adult Soft Cuff
For arm circumference: 6.7−8.7” (17−22 cm)
6023N 850-6023N Wide Range Rigid Cuff
For arm circumference: 8.7−18.1” (22−46 cm)