sat 805 Pulse Oximeter
Operation
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Operation
6.1
Environmental Conditions
The unit uses high frequency energy exclusively for its internal functions. That is why its high frequency
emission is very low and it is improbable that electronic units in close vicinity can be disturbed.
The unit is intended for use in all environments including homes and those directly connected to a public
service network, which also serves buildings with living spaces.
Floors should consist of wood or cement or be covered with ceramic tiles. If the flooring is covered with
synthetic materials the relative humidity has to be at least 30%.
6.2
Prior to Initial Use
Before using the unit for the first time, familiarize yourself with it and its accessories. This absolutely
includes reading the user manual.
WARNING! Danger to the Patient!
The unit is used to monitor patients. That is why it should only be used and configured by trained
and instructed users.
Prior to the assembly check if all system components needed for a proper operation are available.
Please contact the manufacturer or your medical device supplier for help in commissioning, in
operation, maintenance or any other way. You can find the address of the manufacturer in Ch. 2.5.
The address of the supplier was handed over while briefing. Furthermore contact the companies as
stated above in case of an unexpected operating status or incidents as well.
In application in domestic field a documented briefing is absolutely mandatory! Before using the
unit on a patient for the first time, it must be turned on and tested.
6.3
Mains operation / Charging the Batteries
The power supply for monitoring can be done without a power supply unit
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it can also be provided by the
built-in battery. With a fully-charged battery, the power supply is guaranteed for at least 20 hours of
monitoring.
When the device is switched on, the current battery capacity is permanently displayed to the user as an
icon on the LCD display. If the battery capacity is no longer sufficient, in other words monitoring is
guaranteed for less than 1 hour, the battery alarm is activated.
Before first use, carry out a complete charge cycle.