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Operator’s Manual PLUS 920M Handheld Pulse Oximeter English/Español...
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(800) 345-6443 (USA and Canada) Fax (800) 886-0245 (USA and Canada) www.respironics.com References to “Respironics” in this manual shall imply Respironics, Inc. Respironics and 920M are registered trademarks of Respironics, Inc. Finger Phantom, Flexi-Form, and FlexiWrap are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nonin Medical, Inc.
Guide to Symbols Front Panel Symbols Percent Oxygen Saturation Pulse Rate Pulse Quality (tricolor LED) Low Battery Front Panel Switches On/Standby Advance Other Symbols ATTENTION: See Instructions for Use Not for Continuous Monitoring (No Alarm for SpO Type BF Applied Part (Patient isolation from electrical shock) UL Mark for Canada and the United States with respect to electric shock, fire, and...
Connecting the Sensor ..........8 Power On/Standby ............ 9 Power On Self-Test ............ 9 Monitoring ..............10 Cleaning the 920M PLUS Pulse Oximeter ... 10 Detailed Operation ..........11 Switches and Functions ........... 11 Displays and Indicators ........... 15 Communications .............17 Serial Output .............
Do not stretch the adhesive tape while applying the pulse oximeter sensor. This may cause inaccurate readings or skin blisters. • General operation of the 920M PLUS might be affected by the use of an electrosurgical unit (ESU). • Do not use a damaged sensor.
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Remove any nail polish or artificial nails before using the 920M PLUS. • The 920M PLUS may not work on all patients. If you are unable to achieve stable readings, discontinue use. • The 920M PLUS may misinterpret motion as good pulse quality. Minimize patient motion as much as possible.
(SpO ) and pulse rate for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients in hospital, ambulatory, home, and EMS (emergency medical service) environments. The 920M PLUS is intended for spot-checking and/or continuous monitoring when attended by a trained healthcare professional. 920M PLUS &&&...
The 920M PLUS features pulse oximeter sensors for a wide range of patient monitoring. Each sensor is designed for a specific site application and specific patient size and weight range. Refer to specific sensor instructional inserts for more detailed information about sensor use.
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1 Respironics Pulse Oximeter Sensor 4 AA-Size Alkaline Batteries Confirm that the items listed are packed with the 920M PLUS system. If any item on this list is missing or damaged, contact your distributor. Contact the carrier immediately if the shipping carton is damaged.
Refer to Figure 4 on page 8 for an illustration of correct battery orientation. Proper battery positioning is essential for correct operation. Replace the battery cover and turn on the 920M PLUS. If the unit does not turn on, see “Troubleshooting Guide” on page 24.
Important Notes about Battery Use Four AA alkaline batteries provide the 920M PLUS with approximately 100 hours of continuous operation, while the Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack provides the 920M PLUS with approximately 45 hours of continuous operation. Clock/calendar settings can significantly affect battery storage life.
Figure 4. Installing batteries in the 920M PLUS. Connecting the Sensor Connect the pulse oximeter sensor to the top of the 920M PLUS as shown in Figure 5. Ensure that the sensor is firmly plugged in. Refer to the specific sensor package insert for pulse oximeter sensor positioning information.
During a startup, always check for any missing indicators or LED display segments. If any indicator is not lit, do not use the 920M PLUS. Contact Respironics Customer Support for repair or replacement.
Clean the 920M PLUS with a soft cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol. Do not pour or spray any liquids onto the 920M PLUS, and do not allow any liquid to enter any openings in the device. Allow the 920M PLUS to dry thoroughly before reusing.
2 seconds. Refer to “Power On Self-Test” on page 9 for important information about starting up the 920M PLUS. In order to conserve battery life, the 920M PLUS will automatically power off after 10 minutes of inactivity. Inactivity is indicated by dashes on the displays and may be caused by the following conditions: •...
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(year, month, etc.). Continue this process until all settings are chosen. When the setting sequence has been completed, the 920M PLUS exits the setup mode and then displays The unit is then ready (two dashes).
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“ ” will briefly appear in the dne Clr displays indicating that the memory is cleared. The 920M PLUS will then exit setup mode and is ready to begin normal operation. Make the “...
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Set the hour, 00 through 23. When the setting sequence has been Note: This is a 24-hour clock. completed, the 920M PLUS displays The unit is then ready (two dashes). Set the minute, 00 through 59.
After approximately 20 seconds, the values are replaced with dashes indicating that SpO and pulse rate measurements are not possible. CAUTION: The 920M PLUS might misinterpret motion as good pulse quality. Minimize patient motion as much as possible. Detailed Operation...
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Sensor Fault Indication If the 920M PLUS determines that a sensor fault exists (a sensor disconnect or dislodgment, or a sensor failure) or if a pulse oximeter sensor signal is no longer detected, a dash (-) appears in the left-most digit of the SpO display.
Real-time data may be printed or displayed by devices other than the pulse oximeter. On power up a header is sent identifying the format and the time and date. Thereafter, the data are sent once per second by the 920M PLUS in the following format: SPO2=XXX HR=YYY where “XXX”...
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4 minutes of data recorded would be the first 4 minutes of printout. Recording Sessions Each time the 920M PLUS is turned on (except during setup mode) data are automatically collected in memory. Note: Only recording sessions greater than 1 minute in length are stored in memory, and memory will be cleared approximately 2 minutes after removing batteries.
Specifications 920M PLUS Specifications Oxygen Saturation Range (SpO ) 0 to 100% Pulse Rate Range 18 to 300 Pulses Per Minute Accuracy 70 - 100% ± 2 digits for adults using Finger Clip (± 1 Standard Deviation) Sensors 70 - 100% ± 3 digits for adults using Flex, Flexi-Form, or Reflectance Sensors 70 - 100% ±...
The advanced digital circuitry within the 920M PLUS requires no periodic maintenance or calibration. Respironics does not recommend field repair of the 920M PLUS. The circuit board in the 920M PLUS is a multi-layer board using very narrow traces. Due to the very small trace size, extreme care must be used when replacing components to prevent permanent, non-repairable damage to the circuit board.
This warranty excludes cost of delivery to and from Respironics. All repaired units shall be received by the purchaser at Respironics' place of business. For any 920M PLUS sent to Respironics for warranty repair which is found to be within specification, the purchaser agrees to pay $100.00 (US dollars).
Accessories The following Respironics accessories function with the 920M PLUS: Part Number Description 1007355 Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack 920MPC Charger Stand 1007334 Charger Stand Power Supply - Domestic 1007333 Charger Stand Power Supply - Universal Contact your distributor or Charger Stand Power Cord - Universal...
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® Finger Phantom Pulse Oximeter Tester 1007476 Memory Cable (for use between the 920M PLUS and a PC running Microsoft Windows 95/98/00 operating systems) 1007478 Real-Time and Memory Cable (for use with 920M PLUS and a PC running Microsoft Windows 95/98/00 operating systems)
A sensor fault exists. The Verify that the sensor is correctly left digit of the SpO sensor may have become connected to the 920M PLUS and display. dislodged from the 920M the patient; try a new sensor if the PLUS or from the patient.
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Disruption in the 920M Electromagnetic interference Remove the 920M PLUS from the PLUS performance. (EMI). EMI environment. If these solutions do not correct the problem, please contact Respironics Customer Support at (800) 345-6443 (USA and Canada) or (724) 387-4000. 1007336 3485-000-03 Troubleshooting Guide...
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