Measuring Your Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate

For tips on how to get an accurate measurement of your blood pressure and pulse rate, see Tips for Getting a Good Measurement.

You can take a single measurement (1X), or you can take three consecutive measurements and calculate the average (3X).

Unfold the cuff strap.
Grip the retaining bar, and loosen the cuff strap by pulling the cuff strap through the retaining bar until it forms a loop.

TIP: If necessary, pull the retaining bar away from the device to begin forming the loop.
Fold the cuff strap over the retaining bar, and fasten the hook and loop strap.
Place your arm into the cuff loop, and slide the device to your upper arm.

The device should be above your elbow and level with your heart. The screen should face you.

TIP: After you have adjusted the cuff to fit properly on your arm, you should be able to slide the fastened cuff on and off without adjusting it for every use.
If necessary, remove the cuff from your arm, and readjust the cuff so it is snug but comfortable (Tips for Adjusting the Cuff).

NOTE: If the device is not snug, the measurements may not be accurate.
Sit down with your feet flat on the floor.
Place your arm on a table or flat surface.
Press any button to wake up the device.
Select an option:
- For a 1X measurement, press .
  
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- For a 3X measurement, hold .
  
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  NOTE: There is a one minute rest period between each measurement. Do not move or talk until the third measurement is complete.
The arm cuff automatically inflates and deflates for each measurement. The results appear on the screen.

If you have set up your device with an optional Wi‑Fi^® connection, the measurements are uploaded automatically to your Garmin Connect™ account.

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