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SmartMonitor 2 PS Parents’ Guide
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roubleshooting
Follow the instructions given if any of the described conditions occur. Start the test over once the problem has
been corrected.
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larm
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olution
Low
Battery
If the low battery light stays on longer
than half a minute, the batteries are
completely discharged.
•
Turn the monitor off using the correct power off procedure described in
“Turning the Monitor off – Sibling Alarm” in this manual.
•
Make sure the power supply is plugged into a live power outlet and is
properly connected to the monitor. (See “Charging the Battery” for more
information).
•
Plug monitor in for 30 minutes to allow monitor to charge. This will provide
sufficient charge to allow you use of the monitor while it continues to charge.
(The monitor should remain plugged into an electrical outlet.)
•
Allow the monitor’s battery to recharge for 8 hours. If the monitor cannot be
used because the battery is completely discharged contact your home care
provider.
•
To operate the monitor and recharge battery, follow the procedures as
described next in “Troubleshooting” under the Condition “No power, battery
drained.”
Memory
Full
The monitor’s full memory setting has
been violated.
Press the RESET button to silence the alarm.
The monitor’s memory needs to be transferred and cleared. Contact your home
care provider for specific instructions.
Loose Lead Indicates loose or bad lead wires and/or
patient cable.
Check all connections and/or replace lead wires first, then the patient cable if
necessary.
WARNING:
The monitor’s lights and alarms should respond as just described. If not, contact your home care provider before
monitoring your child.
WARNING:
Do not use your monitor if the alarm sounds weak or does not activate twice upon initial startup.
