Spirobank II
Rev.1.6
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User manual
WARNING
During oximetry testing the display will always show the battery pack level; thus providing an estimate of the actual charge
level which can vary as a function of whether the device is in energy saving mode or with the backlight display at max level.
During a test the display will show the following information:
To end an oximetry test press
key.
2.11.1
Instructions for Adult Patient Sensor
WARNING
The oximetry sensor used in the manual is only one of the different types of sensors which can be used with Spirobank II
listed in paragraph 1.2.4. MIR does not recommend any one particular sensor, the decision is left to the doctor who will choose
the sensor which she/he believes to be more suitable.
To perform a non-invasive continuous monitoring
of arterial oxygen saturation it is recommended to use the reusable "soft" type sensor.
WARNING
The materials used for manufacturing the sensor are NATURAL LATEX PROTEIN FREE, and are subject to
biocompatibility tests.
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Choose an application site on the patient’s finger or toe where the light source will be directly over and in
-line with the
detector. The preferred sites are the forefinger or smaller thumb.
•
Remove nail polish or artificial fingernails.
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Insert the patient’s digit in the sensor nail
-
side up, lining up the digit’s pad over the detector.
The sensor’s positioning line runs across the mid axis of the fingertip
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Fold the sensor’s top over the digit, making sure the light source is directly over and in
-line with the detector. Route the cable
along the palm or the bottom of the foot, and secure with adhesive tape if necessary.
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Connect the sensor to the device: insert the connector with the arrow on the connector face-up and check the proper
functioning of the sensor according to the previous instructions.
WARNING
Do not twist the cable or use excessive force when using, connecting, disconnecting, or storing the sensor.
To reduce chances of entanglement it is recommended to fasten the cable to the wrist with a bandage.
3
DATA TRANSMISSION
WARNING
Please read carefully and make sure to have properly understood the instructions before commencing the data transmission.
