Covidien Nellcor Series, Operator'S Manual

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3-1
3 Installation
3.1
Overview
This chapter contains information for the installation and set up of the Nellcor™
bedside SpO
2
patient monitoring system prior to first-time usage.
3.2
Safety Reminders

WARNING:
Ensure the speaker is clear of any obstruction. Failure to do so could result in an
inaudible alarm tone.

WARNING:
To ensure accurate performance and prevent device failure, do not expose the
monitoring system to extreme moisture, such as direct exposure to rain. Such
exposure may cause inaccurate performance or device failure. Reference
Product
Specifications , p. 11-1.

WARNING:
The monitoring system should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other
equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, observe the monitoring system to
verify normal operation in the desired configuration.

WARNING:
Do not use any monitoring system, pulse oximetry sensor, cables, or connectors that
appear damaged.

WARNING:
Use only Nellcor™-approved pulse oximetry sensors and pulse oximetry cables when
connecting to the sensor connector. Connecting any other cable or sensor influences
the accuracy of sensor data, which may lead to adverse results.