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Chapter 6: Alerts and Messages
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Message
Potential Causes
Next Steps
SpHb out of
validated
range
Measured SpHb value is
outside of the validated
accuracy range.
Verify sensor type and size and re-
apply sensor. See Directions for
Use for sensor.
Check and see if blood flow to the
site is restricted.
Check the placement of the
sensor. Re-apply sensor or move
to a different site.
Replace sensor.
Minimize or eliminate motion at
the monitoring site.
Submit blood sample for
laboratory CO-Oximetry test for
comparison.
Check patient conditions
indicated to affect SpHb accuracy.
"- -" (Dashes
shown as
parameter
value)
Unable to provide a
parameter value.
Allow time for parameter reading
to stabilize.
Check patient's vital condition.
Ensure proper sensor application.
Replace the sensor.
Low Battery
Battery charge is low.
Connect device to the AC power
supply to charge the battery.
Speaker
Failure
Device requires service.
Contact Masimo Tech Support.
See
Chapter 9: Service and
Maintenance
on page 93.
