Covidien Nellcor 10068119, Instructions For Use Manual

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sensor with Nellcor-compatible instruments, refer to the instrument
operator’s manual or contact the manufacturer of the instrument.
Note: High oxygen levels may predispose a premature infant to develop
retinopathy. Therefore, the upper alarm limit for oxygen saturation
must be carefully selected in accordance with accepted clinical
standards and considering the accuracy range of the oximeter being
used.
Accuracy Specifications
For the accuracy specification range when used with Nellcor monitors, refer
to information provided with the monitor, or contact Covidien’s Technical
Services Department. Outside the U.S., contact your local Covidien
representative.
For the accuracy specification range of this sensor when used with Nellcor-
compatible instruments, refer to the instrument operator’s manual or
contact the instrument manufacturer.
Use this sensor only with Nellcor OxiMax™ instruments and instruments
containing Nellcor oximetry, or with instruments licensed to use Nellcor
OxiMax sensors (Nellcor-compatible instruments). This sensor integrates
Nellcor OxiMax technology into its design. When connected to an OxiMax-
enabled instrument, this sensor uses OxiMax technology to provide
additional advanced sensor performance features. Consult individual
manufacturers for features and compatibility of particular instruments and
sensor models.
Each Nellcor OxiMax-compatible instrument manufacturer is responsible
for determining optimal compatibility conditions and settings for its
instruments to provide safe and effective use of each Nellcor OxiMax sensor.
This includes specifications and/or warnings, cautions, or contraindications.
Refer to each instrument operator’s manual or consult manufacturer for
complete instructions, warnings, cautions, or contraindications on the use
of this sensor with their Nellcor OxiMax compatible instrument.
Additional Copies of Instructions
Additional copies of these Instructions are available at no charge by calling
Covidien or its authorized distributors. Also, permission is hereby granted
under Covidien copyrights to purchasers of products obtained from
Covidien or its authorized distributors to make additional copies of these
instructions for use by such purchasers.
Any other use of this sensor is not authorized by Covidien under any patents.