Colin BP-S510, Operation Manual

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ALARMS AND LIMITS
WARNING: Each time the monitor is used, check alarm limits to make sure that
they are appropriate for the patient being monitored.
General
When the monitor detects certain conditions that require user attention, the monitor enters
an alarm state. The monitor response is indicated by:
z
Visual alarm indication
z
Audible alarm indication
z
Physiological alarms including identification of out-of-limit vital signs
z
Technical alarms
Note: The audible and visual alarms on the monitor, used in conjunction with clinical
signs and symptoms, are the primary source for notifying medical personnel that
a patient alarm condition exists.
Changing Alarm Volume
You can select an alarm volume level 1 to 8. Refer to the Using the Monitor section (see
Figure 11, Table 11).
Taking an NIBP Measurement on Alarm
You can activate BP on Alarm via
NIBP menu
. Refer to the Using the Monitor section.
Initiating Print out on Alarm (Only when recorder option is installed)
You can activate Record on Alarm via
Setup menu
. Refer to the Printing section.