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SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION
GENERAL
The DINAMAP
™
Portable Vital Signs Monitor 8100 is
designed to noninvasively and automatically measure
systolic and diastolic pressure, mean arterial pressure
(MAP), and pulse rate for neonatal or adult/pediatric
patients. Results are displayed on large, easy-to-read
digital displays. The monitor will operate on AC line voltage
or on its internal battery. The monitor will cycle
automatically at operator programmed intervals between
one and ninety minutes.
The DINAMAP
™
Portable Monitor Model 8100 is effective
and versatile. It continues to monitor during most clinical
crises when other indirect measurement methods may fail.
The monitor can be used in any hospital area where critical
care is administered, for example, emergency room,
operating room, recovery room, intensive care unit, cardiac
care unit, renal dialysis unit, burn unit, etc.
MANUAL PURPOSE
This Operation Manual was prepared for the operator of the
DINAMAP
™
Portable Monitor Model 8100. This manual
contains installation and operation instructions, device
applications, limitations, and routine performance
verification procedures.
To achieve satisfactory results, the
operator must read this manual thoroughly before
attempting to use the Monitor.
MANUAL
EFFECTIVITY
Reissues
Change to this manual, either in response to user input or to
continuing product improvements, are accomplished
through reissue.
Change Information Sheets
Changes occurring between reissues are addressed
through Change Information Sheets and replacement
pages. If a Change Information Sheet does not accompany
this manual, it is correct as printed.
