Smiths Medical Oxi-Pulse 30, Home Use Operation Manual

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Chapter 1: Introduction
1-6 Home Use Operation Manual
WARnInG! IeC 60950 approved equipment must be placed outside the “patient
environment.” The patient environment is defined as an area 1.5 m (4.92 feet)
from the patient.
Figure 1-1: Patient Environment
WARnInG! The oximeter will not operate without batteries installed. Properly charged
batteries provide a reserve source of power in case of external power failure.
never use an oximeter with discharged batteries to monitor a patient.
WARnInG! Inspect battery terminals for corrosion or contamination. The monitor may
not operate properly or could fail to alarm if battery terminals are corroded or
contaminated. Do not use until battery terminals have been properly cleaned
and repaired.
WARnInG! Check expiration date of batteries. The monitor may not operate properly
or could fail to alarm if expired batteries are used. Do not use until proper
batteries can be obtained.
WARnInG! Remove device batteries prior to long term storage.
WARnInG! Do not allow the patient to handle the device if the battery door has been
removed, except while installing new batteries.
WARnInG! Disconnect the external power supply from the monitor or Docking Station
before disinfecting or cleaning the monitor.
WARnInG! Do not plug the monitor or Docking Station into an outlet controlled by a wall
switch.
WARnInG! Disconnect the AC power supply from the outlet before disconnecting it from
the monitor. leaving the AC power supply connected to an AC power outlet
without being connected to the monitor may result in a safety hazard.
WARnInG! Do not allow any moisture to contact the AC power supply connectors or
a safety hazard may result. ensure that hands are thoroughly dry before
handling the AC power supply.
WARnInG! Do not place the monitor or Docking Station in the patient’s bed or crib. Do not
place the monitor or Docking Station on the floor.
WARnInG! Failure to place the monitor or Docking Station away from the patient may
allow the patient to turn off, reset, or damage the monitor, possibly resulting
in the patient not being monitored. Make sure the patient cannot reach the
monitor from their bed or crib.
R 1.5 m (4.9 f
t.)