VitalsBridge Directions for Use (for US Government Customers)
4
rev. B.10
PN 10229
Warnings and Caution
Follow all cautions and warnings outlined in the SimMan 3G or SimMan Essential Directions for Use.
The VitalsBridge is intended solely for use during patient simulation. It is not a medical device.
Warning: Never connect the VitalsBridge to a patient.
Warning: Never connect the VitalsBridge to a Vital Signs monitor that is connected to a patient.
Warning: The VitalsBridge is not waterproof. Protect the VitalsBridge in damp conditions and
keep away from liquids.
Warning: The VitalsBridge contains a lithium ion battery, which if damaged, could cause risk of
fire or explosion.
Compressed Gases and Regulators
Use only sources of compressed CO
2
with the VitalsBridge. Adequate training and expertise is required
to work with compressed gases.
The VitalsBridge is supplied with a portable CO
2
regulator that uses cartridges of highly pressurized CO
2
gas. Take care when handling these cartridges as they pose a potential risk of injury if used improperly.
Cartridges should be stored and operated at temperatures below 120
o
F (49
o
C) and punctures should be
prevented. They should not be heated. They should not be used or stored ate temperatures above 120
o
F or 49
o
C. Do not inhale the CO
2
gas.
Warning: Do not use compressed oxygen (fire hazard) or any other flammable substance with or
near the VitalsBridge.
Warning: CO
2
cartridges may become extremely cold when discharging. Protect eyes and hands
when installing and handling CO
2
handling CO
2
cartridges.
Warning: Mishandled CO
2
cartridges may become a projectile.
Caution: CO
2
cartridges may not be transported by air.
