Sensor Removal with Ear Clip
Remove the sensor from the patient when monitoring is
completed or monitoring time has elapsed (message ‘Site time
elapsed’ or ‘Calibrate sensor’).
CAUTION: For site inspection and/or calibration,
the Ear Clip can remain on the same earlobe for up to 24
hours and may be reused for another sensor application.
It is recommended to remove and to discard the Ear Clip
after 24 hours and to keep the earlobe free of adhesive for
8 to 12 hours.
Sensor Removal for Subsequent Reattachment to
Earlobe
1. Remove the adhesive tape securing the sensor cable.
2. Grab the sensor at its neck with one
hand and detach it from the Ear Clip
while holding the clip in place with the
other hand.
3. Clean the sensor with a swab wetted
with 70% isopropanol to remove any
contact liquid residues or dirt (for other
approved cleaning agents refer to the
sensor’s Directions for Use).
4. Check the condition of the sensor membrane and the
integrity of the sensor (p.
15
). Change the membrane if
necessary (p.
17
). Do not use the sensor if any problems
are noted.
Important: Before reapplying the sensor to the same earlobe,
we recommend calibrating the sensor even if calibration is not
yet mandatory or recommended by the SDM. If you skip the
calibration, at least reset the Site Timer by pressing the Enter
Button when the message ‘Sensor off patient (
8
)’ displays and
then continue at step 6.
5. To calibrate the sensor, open the
Docking Station Door and hang the
sensor in the holder inside the Docking
Station Door (the red light will appear).
Close the Docking Station Door.
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