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Installing the Oximeter
Initial Inspection
Before unpacking the Oximeter, inspect the packaging for damage. If there are any signs of
damage to the package, immediately file a claim with the shipping agent. It is the receiver’s
responsibility to notify the carrier’s local office to arrange for the pickup of the damaged items.
Save the damaged shipping carton as evidence.
Contact your distributor, CASMED sales representative, or CASMED to report external damage
and to arrange for repair or replacement of damaged equipment (see
Contact Information
on
page ii).
The shipping carton should contain the items listed below; unpack the Oximeter and account for
each item:
•
FORE-SIGHT ELITE Absolute Tissue Oximeter
•
FORE-SIGHT ELITE Battery
The Battery packaging includes installation instructions (or see
Installing the Battery
on
page 66).
•
FORE-SIGHT ELITE Dual Preamp cable
•
FORE-SIGHT ELITE User Manual
•
Hospital-grade AC power cord
The Oximeter ships with a power cord appropriate for the country and voltage being used.
Inspect each item for signs of external damage, dents, cracks, scratches, etc. If an item is
missing or damaged, contact your distributor, CASMED sales representative, or CASMED.
Warning:
There is a risk that damaged parts could reduce the performance of the
Oximeter or present a safety hazard. If any damage is noted, the Oximeter
or accessory must not be used until it has been inspected and serviced or
replaced by CASMED-authorized personnel.
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