Covidien Nellcor OxiMax N-600x, Operator'S Manual

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Operating the Oximeter
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Operator’s Manual
4. Listen for three ascending tones then a one-second beep, indicating proper operation of
the speaker and successful completion of the power-on self-tests.
Figure 15. POST Splash Screen
Note:
The firmware version shown above is only a sample. Check the oximeter for the currently
installed firmware version and record it prior to contacting technical assistance. Always have
it available when contacting Nellcor’s Technical Services Department or a local Nellcor
representative for technical assistance.
If the oximeter detects an internal problem during the POST process, an error tone sounds
and the oximeter displays an error code (EEE) and the corresponding number. See
Troubleshooting , page 99
.
Figure 16. Error Condition Screen, Battery Failure
Note:
Physiological conditions, medical procedures, or external agents that may interfere with the
monitor’s ability to detect and display measurements, include dysfunctional hemoglobin,
arterial dyes, low perfusion, dark pigment, and externally applied coloring agents such as
nail polish, dye, or pigmented cream.
Automatic Shutdown and Power Off
Automatic Shutdown
When all of the following conditions are present for 15 minutes, the OxiMax N-600x
pulse oximeter automatically shuts down.
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The oximeter is running on battery power.
•
No buttons have been pressed.
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No pulse is detected (for example, when a patient is not connected to the OxiMax pulse
oximetry sensor or the pulse oximetry sensor is disconnected from the oximeter).
•
No alarms are present (other than low battery or a non-correctable error).