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o p e r a t i o n
I n t r o d u c t i o n
To operate the Radical effectively, the device must be set up properly, and the operator
must:
■
Know how the pulse oximeter derives its readings (see Section 1,
Pulse Oximetry).
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Be familiar with its controls, components and operation.
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Understand its status and alarm messages (see Section 5,
Alarm Identification,
System Messages and Section 6, Troubleshooting).
B a s i c o p e r a t i o n
GENERAL SETUP AND USE
1.
Inspect the oximeter case for damage.
2.
Connect the patient cable to the Patient cable connector of the Radical. Make sure it
is a firm connection and the cable is not twisted, sliced or frayed.
3.
Ensure that the power cord is plugged into the Power Entry Module of the oximeter
and into the AC power.
4.
Select a sensor that is compatible with the oximeter before connecting it to the
patient cable. See section 8,
Sensors and Patient Cables. If using a single patient
adhesive or disposable sensor, check that the emitter (red light) and the
photodetector are properly aligned. Remove any substances that may interfere with
the transmission of light between the sensor’s light source and photodetector.
5.
Attach the sensor to the patient. Refer to the Directions for Use of the sensor.
6.
Connect the sensor to the unit (or patient cable) with the logos lining up; make sure
it is a firm connection.
7.
Press the Power/Standby button to turn the oximeter on.
8.
Make sure the display window is free of alarm and system failure messages (see
Section 5,
Alarm Identification).
9.
On the display, verify
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The high and low alarm limits for SpO
2
and pulse rate.
■
The readings for SpO
2
and pulse rate.
NOTE:
“—” may appear on the numeric display until the SpO
2
and pulse rate
readings have stabilized (approximately 10 seconds).
6.
The Radical can be set up to audibly indicate all patient alarms while communicating
with the RadNet Interface module. Use the Interface Alarms setting in the General
menu to enable and disable audible alarms on the Radical.
CAUTION:
REMOVING THE RADICAL HANDHELD FROM THE RADNET READY
DOCKING STATION WILL CAUSE LOSS OF COMMUNICATION TO THE
RADNET CENTRAL MONITORING STATION. THEREFORE, WHEN BEING
USED WITH THE RADNET INTERFACE MODULE, THE HANDHELD
LOCKING FEATURE SHOULD BE UTILIZED.
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