ZOLL X Series, Operator'S Manual

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Applying the SpO2 Sensor
9650-001355-01 Rev. M X Series Operator’s Guide 10-9
Applying a Reusable Sensor/Cable
The following instructions describe how to apply a reusable Rainbow sensor. For correct
placement and location of the sensors, refer to the
Directions for Us e contained with all
Rainbow oximetry sensor packages.
For all other reusable sensors, refer to the sensor packaging and the manufacturer’s Directions
for Use for instructions on how to apply the sensor.
After selecting a monitoring site, apply the reusable sensor as follows:
1. Place the selected digit over the sensor window, making sure that the sensor cable runs over
the top of the patient’s hand.
2.
On finger sites, make sure the tip of the finger touches the raised digit stop inside the sensor.
If the fingernail is long, it may extend over and past the finger stop.
3. Check the sensor position to ensure that the top and bottom halves of the sensor are parallel.
To ensure accurate data, you must have complete coverage of the detector window.
Note: With smaller digits, the digit may not need to be pushed all the way to the stop to
completely cover the detector window.
4. Based on the type of patient cable you are using, do one of the following:
•
If you are using a direct one-piece patient cable, see “Connecting the SpO2 Sensor” on
page 10-10.
•
If you are using the two-piece patient cable, lift the clear plastic protective cover from
the female end of the extension cable, then plug the sensor cable’s male connector into
the extension cable connector -- make sure that the plug is all the way into the connector
(see Figure 10-1).
5.
Lower the clear plastic cover over the connection to secure it (see Figure 10-2).
6. See “Connecting the SpO2 Sensor” on page 10-10 to connect the cable to the unit.
Cleaning and Reuse of Sensors
Reusable sensors can be cleaned as follows:
Disconnect the sensor from the patient cable, if appropriate. Wipe the entire sensor clean with a
70% isopropyl alcohol moistened pad. Allow the sensor to air dry before returning it to use.