Rad-8 Signal Extraction Pulse Oximeter Operator’s Manual
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s e n s o r s & p a t i e n t c a b l e s
I n t r o d u c t i o n
This section covers the use and cleaning of Masimo SET sensors and Masimo SET
patient cables.
M a s i m o S p O
2
s e n s o r s
Before use of any sensor or cable, carefully read the sensor or cable Directions for
Use.
Use only Masimo oximetry sensors and cables for SpO
2
measurements. Other oxygen
transducers or sensors may cause improper Rad-8 pulse oximeter performance.
Tissue damage can be caused by incorrect application or use of a Masimo sensor, for
example by wrapping the sensor too tightly. Inspect the sensor site as directed in the
sensor Directions for Use to ensure skin integrity and correct positioning and adhesion
of the sensor.
CAUTIONS
:
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DO NOT USE DAMAGED SENSORS. DO NOT USE A SENSOR WITH EXPOSED
OPTICAL OR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. DO NOT IMMERSE THE SENSOR
IN WATER, SOLVENTS, OR CLEANING SOLUTIONS (THE SENSORS AND CON-
NECTORS ARE NOT WATERPROOF). DO NOT STERILIZE BY IRRADIATION,
STEAM, OR ETHYLENE OXIDE. SEE THE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
DIRECTIONS FOR USE FOR REUSABLE MASIMO SENSORS.
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DO NOT USE DAMAGED PATIENT CABLES. DO NOT IMMERSE THE PATIENT
CABLES IN WATER, SOLVENTS, OR CLEANING SOLUTIONS (THE PATIENT
CABLE CONNECTORS ARE NOT WATERPROOF). DO NOT STERILIZE BY IRRA-
DIATION, STEAM, OR ETHYLENE OXIDE.
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ALL SENSORS AND CABLES ARE DESIGNED FOR USE WITH SPECIFIC MONI-
TORS. VERIFY THE COMPATIBILIY OF THE MONITOR, CABLE AND SENSOR
BEFORE USE, OTHERWISE PATIENT INJURY CAN RESULT.
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DO NOT USE ADDITIONAL TAPE TO WRAP SENSOR.
SELECTING A MASIMO SET SENSOR
When selecting a sensor, consider, the patient’s weight, the adequacy of perfusion, the
available sensor sites, and the duration of monitoring. For more information refer to the
following table or contact your Sales Representative. Use only Masimo SET sensors and
sensor cables. Select an appropriate sensor, apply it as directed, and observe all warn-
ings and cautions presented in the directions for use accompanying the sensor.
High ambient light sources such as surgical lights (especially those with a xenon light
source), bilirubin lamps, fluorescent lights, infrared heating lamps, and direct sunlight
can interfere with the performance of an SpO
2
sensor. To prevent interference from
ambient light, ensure that the sensor is properly applied, and cover the sensor site with
opaque material, if required. Failure to take this precaution in high ambient light condi-
tions may result in inaccurate measurements.
SERIAL PRINTER SETUP
To print the SpO
2
and pulse rate data in ASCII1 format on a serial printer, simply connect
the laser printer to the serial port and set output mode to ASCII1. Once serial communi-
cation is established, the Rad-8 automatically will start printing the ASCII1 text data.
WARNING:
ALL EXTERNAL DEVICE CONNECTIONS TO THE RS-232 SERIAL
PORT MUST BE IEC-60950 COMPLIANT.
Nurse call specifications
The nurse call features are accessible via the 1/4” round female connector on the back
of the unit.
NURSE CALL
The nurse call feature on the Rad-8 pulse oximeter is based on the relay closing or open-
ing depending on alarm, Low Signal IQ events or both. In addition the nurse call polarity
can be inverted to accommodate various nurse call stations requirements.
The nurse call relays have the following electrical specification per switch:
PARAMETER
SPECIFICATION
MAX VOLTAGE
36
VDC or 24 VAC peak
WARNING:
THE NURSE CALL FEATURE IS DISABLED WHEN THE AUDIBLE
ALARMS ARE SILENCED WHILE THE NURSE CALL SETTING IN THE OUT-
PUT MENU IS SET TO “ALARMS”.
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