
Applying the SpO2 Sensor
9650-000820-01 Rev. K
Propaq M Operator’s Guide
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Applying a Two-Piece Single-Use Sensor/Cable
When applying a single-use sensor, be careful not to wrap the adhesive too tightly as this can
cause venous pulsations that could lead to inaccurate saturation measurements.
1. Remove plastic backing from the sensor and locate transparent windows on the adhesive
side. The transparent windows cover the optical components.
Note:
When selecting a sensor site, priority should be given to an extremity free of an arterial
catheter, blood pressure cuff, or intravascular infusion line.
2.
Orient the sensor so the dashed line in the middle of the sensor is centered on the tip of the
digit. Wrap adhesive flaps on non-cable end around the digit.
3.
Fold cable end over top of digit so that windows are directly opposite each other. Wrap
adhesive securely around sides of digit.
Note:
If the sensor does not track the pulse reliably, it may be incorrectly positioned or the
sensor site may be too thick, thin, or deeply pigmented, or otherwise deeply colored
(for example, as a result of externally applied coloring such as nail polish, dye, or
pigmented cream) to permit appropriate light transmission. If any of these situations
occurs, reposition the sensor or choose an alternate sensor for use on a different site.
4.
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:
ZM 040024A
Detector Window
Sensor Cable Connector
Connector