Warnings and Contraindictions
Precautions for Use
Ensure pressure compatibility to all patients. If any abnormality
occurs in the monitor, suspend the operation immediately and
disconnect it from the patient. If the monitor has been used or
stored outside its acceptable range (see Specifications page),
it may not meet performance specifications. If the cuff fails to
deflate, the patient should be instructed on its proper and safe removal.
DO NOT
use in the presence of flammable anesthetics; this could cause an
explosion.
DO NOT
immerse the monitor in any fluid, place fluids on top, or attempt to
clean the unit with any liquid detergents or cleaning agents. This may cause an
electrical hazard. If accidental wetting occurs, please return to SunTech
®
(see
Limited Warranty, page 21). Refer to page 19, Maintaining and Cleaning the
Oscar 2
ABP System, for care instructions.
DO NOT
remove unit covers. The monitor does not contain any user serviceable
components.
DO NOT
use the monitor if it has failed its diagnostic self test, or if it displays a
greater than zero pressure with no cuff attached. The values displayed by such a
unit may be inaccurate.
DO NOT
use on neonates or children, and patients known to be readily
susceptible to bruising.
DO NOT
attach the cuff to a limb being used for IV infusions as the cuff inflation
can block the infusion, causing harm to the patient.
CAUTION:
Substitution of a component different from that supplied may result
in measurement error. Repairs should be undertaken only by personnel trained or
authorized by SunTech Medical.
CAUTION:
If cuff fails to deflate within two and a half minutes, instruct the
patient on manual removal of cuff.
CAUTION:
Check that operation of the unit does not result in prolonged
impairment of the circulation of the patient.
WARNING:
Ensure batteries are inserted with the correct polarity. Improper
installation is a hazard.
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