How to take a measurement – Omron HCG-801 User Manual

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4. Place the chest electrode on bare skin about 2 inches below your left nipple (IMPORTANT - see below

for female application).

NOTE:
• Make sure that you are relaxed and that your chest is free of tension.

WARNING: Press the chest electrode close against your bare chest. Do not place the electrode

on clothing as this will result in an inaccurate measurement.

HOW TO TAKE A MEASUREMENT

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About 2 inches

Press closely to your chest.

Female:

Locate the ECG monitor at the lower end of the breastbone
and move horizontally to the left to the middle of the left
part of the chest. If necessary, gently lift the breast and place
the Chest Electrode under the left breast. Unless the chest
electrode comes in contact with the brassiere, it is not
necessary to remove it; if you are unsure of exact placement,
please consult your doctor.

Chest electrode

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