GE TuffSat, User'S Manual And Service Manual

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3. MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING, AND
SERVICE
This chapter contains:
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Maintenance instructions that include replacing the batteries and cleaning the
oximeter.
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A chart for troubleshooting situations that may occur while using the oximeter.
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Repair procedures that may be performed by qualified service personnel.
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An illustration of the oximeter to help you identify its parts and how it is
assembled.
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A list of parts and their order numbers.
Oximeter maintenance
WARNING: Electrical shock and flammability hazard. Power off the oximeter before
cleaning or servicing.
WARNING: Patient safety and operator safety. To protect against injury and
equipment damage from leaking batteries, remove the batteries when the oximeter
is not to be used for some time.
Replacing oximeter batteries
WARNING: Fire/explosion hazard. Use only AA batteries in the oximeter.
WARNING: Operator safety. Do not handle hot or leaking batteries.
1. Power off the oximeter.
2. Use a flat-blade screwdriver or coin to loosen the screw that secures the battery
door to the back case of the oximeter. Remove the door.
3. Replace the depleted batteries with four new (or recharged) 1.5V AA batteries.
Align the + on each battery with the + shown inside the battery compartment.
4. Position the battery door hinges in the slots on the back case. Close the door
and tighten the screw that secures the door to the device.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions or your local
regulations.