Mindray BeneFusion eSP Vet, Operator'S Manual

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Alarms
6.1 Alarm Safety Information
WARNING
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A potential hazard can exist if different alarm presets and default settings are
used for the same or similar equipment in the same care area, for example an
intensive care unit or cardiac operating room
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The equipment in your care area may each have different alarm settings to
suit different patients. Always check that the alarm settings are appropriate
for your patient before start infusing.
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When the alarm sound is paused, the equipment gives no alarm tones even if
a new alarm occurs. Be careful about whether to pause the alarm sound or
not. When the alarm sound is paused, observe the patient frequently.
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Do not rely exclusively on the audible alarm system during an infusion.
Adjustment of alarm volume to a low level may result in a hazard to the
patient. Always make sure that the audio alarm volume level is adequate in
your care environment. Always keep the patient under close surveillance.
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Fully evaluate the risk before changing the alarm mode setting. New alarms
may be failed to be detected if the operator is not familiar with the new
sound.
6.2 Understanding the Alarms
6.2.1 Alarm Priorities
By severity, the alarms are classified into the high priority alarms and low priority alarms.
6.2.2 Alarm Indicators
When an alarm occurs, the equipment indicates it visually and audibly. For more
information, see the following table.