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• Inspect the Gima Vital Signs Monitor for any mechanical damages.
• Check all the accessories for any scratch or deformity, especially on connectors, wire and probe parts.
You can customize the module configuration by choosing necessary modules to meet your own needs.
Therefore, your Gima Vital Signs Monitor may not have all the monitoring functions and accessories.
If in doubt, please contact the local dealer or our company in case of any problems. We are to offer you the
best solution for your satisfaction.
3.3.2 Connecting the Power Supply
1. When powered by AC mains power supply:
• Make sure that the AC power supply is 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz.
• Use the power cable prepared by the manufacturer. Insert one end of it to the power port of the Gima Vital
Signs Monitor and the other end to the grounded three-phase power jack.
• To eliminate potential differences, the monitor has a separate connection to the equipotential grounding
system. Connect one end of the provided ground cable to equipotential grounding port on the rear of the
monitor, and connect the other end to one point of the equipotential grounding system.
Caution: ensure that the monitor is grounded correctly
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If the mains power is interrupted and restored after 30 seconds (with the mains power switch still on) the
Gima Vital Signs Monitor will retain the last settings when the monitor restarts
2. When powered by built-in battery
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Caution:
Recharge the battery while it is almost exhausted wherever possible, the charging time should be
13~15 hours long.
• The built-in battery of the Gima Vital Signs Monitor must be recharged after transportation or storage. So if
the monitor is switched on without being connected to the AC power supply, it may not work properly due
to insufficient battery capacity.
3.3.3 Starting the Monitor
When the Gima Vital Signs Monitor is switched on, the system performs a self-test and then enters the initial
display. The orange alarm indicator blinks to inform that the user can begin operating it.
• Check all the applicable functions to make sure that the monitor works normally.
• If the battery is used please recharge it after using the monitor to ensure sufficient power storage. It will take
minimal 8 hours to charge battery from depletion to 90% charge.
Do not use the device to monitor the patient if there are indications of damage or error message. In this
event, please contact the local dealer or our company.
Wait one minute before restarting the monitor after turning it off.
3.4 Sensor Placement and Connection
3.4.1 ECG Cable Connection
ECG measurement is to collect the ECG signal via the ECG electrodes. Electrode connects the patient and the
lead. The lead connects the Gima Vital Signs Monitor. The locations of the electrodes are very important for
obtaining accurate ECG signals.
1. Connect the cable to the right-panel connector marked with the ECG icon.
2. Select electrodes to be used. Use only one type of electrode on the same patient to avoid variations in
electrical resistance. For ECG monitoring, it is strongly recommended to use silver/silver chloride electro-
des. When dissimilar metals are used for different electrodes, the electrodes may be subject to large offset
potentials due to polarization. Using dissimilar metals may also increase recovery time after defibrillation.
3. Prepare the electrode sites according to the electrode manufacturer’s instructions.
4. Skin clean.
• Clean and dry-abrade skin to ensure low sensor impedance. Mild soap and Water is recommended as a skin
cleanser.
Note: Alcohol is not recommended as a skin cleanser; it leaves a film layer that may cause high sensor im-
pedance. If alcohol is used, ensure 30-second dry time.
• Dry-abrading the skin gently with a dry wash cloth, gauze, or skin preparation product is helpful to remove
the non-conductive skin layer.
The symbol indicates that the cable accessories are designed to have special protection against
electric shocks, and is defibrillator proof.