Accutorr Plus™ Operating Instructions
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Operation
SpO
2
Measurements (Accutorr Plus advanced models)
1.
Align the cable connector on the sensor assembly with the SpO
2
Connector (15) on the
Accutorr Plus advanced model.
2.
Push the cable connector into the SpO
2
Connector (15). Confirm that the cable
connector is securely in place.
3.
The digital SpO
2
values and SpO
2
pulse rate will be displayed in the SpO
2
and pulse
Rate LED windows.
4.
If desired, adjust the beep volume. See section 3.7, Setting the Alarm Volume and Beep
Volume, for details on adjusting the beep volume.
C.
Sensor Inspection
Before use, always inspect sensors, cables, and connectors for damage, i.e., cuts and
abrasions. Do not use the sensor, cable or connector if damaged. Replace with a good
working sensor.
For long sensor life:
• Do not drop on the floor, or give other sharp shocks to the sensor(s). Between use, store
the sensors in the accessory pouch, or coil the sensor cable and store on the side of the
Accutorr Plus rolling stand using the optional cable retainer. For accessory part number
information see section 5.0, “Accutorr Plus Versions and Accessories”.
• Avoid running any cart, bed, or any piece of equipment over the sensor cable.
• Avoid strong pulls on the sensor cable (10 lbs/4kg).
• Watch for cracks in the housing.
• Watch for cracks, cuts, rips, fogging, or signs of moisture accumulation.
D.
Sensor Performance
For the BEST performance:
• DO NOT PLACE any sensor on an extremity with an arterial catheter or blood pressure
cuff in place. Placement of an arterial catheter or blood pressure cuff on an extremity may
obstruct normal blood flow. False pulse rate information may result if the sensor is placed
on that same extremity. Place the sensor on the limb opposite the site of the arterial
catheter or blood pressure cuff.
• Encourage the patient to remain still. Patient motion may affect the sensor’s performance.
If it is not possible for the patient to remain still, replace the sensor bandage on the sensor
to assure good adhesion, or change the site of the sensor.
• Check the reusable sensor site every 2 hours and check the disposable sensor site every
8 hours for indications of skin abrasions, sensor displacement, sensor damage, or
circulation impairment. Check the sensor site every 4 hours if the ear clip is used. If
necessary, remove and reapply the sensor. If any of the above mentioned indications
occur, immediately remove the sensor and find an alternate site. NOTE: Check the sensor
site more frequently on infant and active patients.
• Incorrect placement can also reduce the acquired sensor signal, and therefore
compromise performance. Select an alternate site (toe) if the sensor can not be placed on
the patient’s finger correctly or if the fingernails interfere with the acquisition of a reliable
signal.
• Use of the reusable sensor is not recommended for long-term monitoring (4-6 hours). For
monitoring situations exceeding 4-6 hours, either reposition the reusable sensor every 2-4
hours to a different site (finger/toe) or use a disposable sensor with its appropriate
bandage.
