Chapter 4: Operating Instructions
4-8 UT100 Handheld Pulse Oximeter Operation Manual
prevent interference form ambient light, ensure that the sensor is properly
applied, and cover the sensor site with opaque material.
NOTE! Failure to take this precaution in high ambient light conditions may
result in inaccurate measurements.
If patient’s movement presents a problem, try one or more of the following
remedies to correct the problem:
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Verify that the sensor is properly and securely applied
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Move the sensor to a less active site
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Use an adhesive sensor that tolerates some patient motion
•
Use a sensor with fresh adhesive backing
4.6 Turning On the Monitor
WARNING! To ensure patient safety, do not place the monitor in any
position that might cause it to fall on the patient.
WARNING! As with all medical equipment, carefully route patient
cabling to reduce the possibility of patient entanglement
or strangulation.
WARNING! Ensure that the speaker is clear of any obstruction. Failure
to do so could result in an inaudible alarm tone.
1. To turn on the monitor, press and held the ON/OFF
key for about five
seconds. When turned ON, the monitor does the following:
• The monitor starts a power-on self test (POST) quickly.
• The monitor's software revision is momentarily displayed.
• The Power Indicator illuminates green.
2. Upon successful completion of the POST, the UT100 sounds a one-second
tone indicating that the monitor has passed the test.
3. If a sensor is connected to the monitor and the patient, the Pulse Search
Icon
is displayed at the Status Bar. “- - -” will flash on the nrmeric
display until the SpO
2
and pulse rate reading have satbilized. T
he monitor
will search the pulse for 8 seconds.
4. Monitor the patient.
