Chapter 4: Operating Instructions
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Pulse Oximeter for Sleep Screening Operation Manual
Checking the Sensor and Oximetry Cable
Follow these instructions each time before you attach the sensor to the patient. This helps ensure
the sensor and oximetry cable is working properly.
WARNING! Using a damaged sensor may cause inaccurate readings. Inspect each sensor.
If a sensor appears damaged, do not use it. Use another sensor or contact your
authorized repair center for help.
WARNING! Using a damaged oximetry cable may cause inaccurate readings. Inspect the
oximetry cable. If the oximetry cable appears damaged, do not use it. Contact
your authorized repair center for help.
Carefully inspect the sensor to make sure it does not appear damaged.
If using the oximetry cable:
Carefully inspect the oximetry cable to make sure it does not appear damaged.
If the sensor is not already connected to the oximetry cable, connect the sensor to the
oximetry cable. Carefully align and push the connectors together firmly and close the latch
to secure the connectors.
If the oximetry cable is not already connected to the monitor, connect the oximetry cable
to the monitor. Carefully align and push the connector firmly into the monitor.
If not using the oximetry cable, connect the sensor to the monitor. Push the connector firmly
into the monitor.
If the monitor is not already on, press the
x
key to turn on the monitor.
WARNING! If any of the integrity checks fail, do not attempt to monitor the patient. Use
another sensor or oximetry cable, or contact the equipment dealer for help if
necessary.
Before the sensor is attached to the patient, check the integrity of the sensor, oximetry cable,
and oximeter by making sure the red light in the sensor is illuminated.
NOTE! Obstructions or dirt on the sensor’s red light or detector may cause the integrity
checks to fail. Make sure there are no obstructions and the sensor is clean.
You are now ready to attach the sensor to the patient.
Cleaning or Disinfecting the Sensors
Clean or disinfect reusable sensors before attaching to a new patient.
WARNING! Do not autoclave, ethylene oxide sterilize, or immerse the sensors in liquid.
CAUTION! Unplug the sensor from the monitor before cleaning or disinfecting.
Clean the sensor with a soft cloth moistened in water or a mild soap solution. To disinfect the
sensor, wipe the sensor with isopropyl alcohol.
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