EMC Compliance – EC Declaration of Conformity ......6 OxyLite Symbols ................6 Definitions ..................6 Summary of Warnings for the OxyLite Monitor....... 7 Summary of Cautions for the OxyLite Monitor........ 7 Summary of Cautions for OxyLite Sensors ........7 NTRODUCTION General Description ...............
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Sensor Warranty ................38 Monitor Warranty................38 Figures Figure 1: Front view of the OxyLite ............12 Figure 2: Rear view of the OxyLite ............12 Figure 3: An OxyLite sensor..............14 Figure 4: Connecting and disconnecting a sensor ........18 Tables Table 1: OxyLite symbols ................
(i.e. in vivo), physiological fluids, cell cultures or other samples (i.e. in vitro). OxyLite is suited to the determination of tissue or cell culture hypoxia as the measurement technique is particularly sensitive at low tissue pO...
Attention. See Read instructions for instructions for use. USB output Analogue outputs Table 1: OxyLite symbols Definitions A warning indicates the possibility of injury to the operator. WARNING A caution indicates a condition that may lead to equipment damage and/or malfunction.
OxyLite User Manual Summary of Warnings for the OxyLite Monitor Do not attempt to open the OxyLite. There are no user- serviceable parts inside. There is a risk of electrical shock or other injury or permanent damage to the monitor.
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For safe storage of OxyLite sensors always refit the protective black cover when a sensor is not in use. CAUTION DO NOT drop, stretch or ‘kink’ any part of an OxyLite sensor. Permanent damage may result. CAUTION Attempting to disconnect the sensor by pulling the cable sleeving instead of the front of the sensor connector may cause irreparable damage to the sensor.
‘oxygen tension’ or as ‘dissolved oxygen’. OxyLite is an optical device based upon the principle that the presence of molecular dissolved oxygen in tissues or fluids can terminate (quench) light emitted by a fluorescent compound (dye).
OxyLite User Manual to the sensor connector; these data are automatically read by and transferred to the OxyLite monitor upon connection. Available OxyLite functionality is controlled via a functions button at the rear of the monitor. Continuous pO and temperature data from the OxyLite can be acquired for recording, playback and analysis using a suitable data acquisition system connected via a choice of interfaces at the rear of the monitor.
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Single-sensor multi-parameter monitoring Our OxyLite oxygen and temperature monitor is designed specifically to be used in tandem with our OxyFlo blood flow monitor, providing support for simultaneous measurements of tissue oxygenation, blood flow and temperature using dedicated combined sensors.
OxyLite User Manual The OxyLite Monitor Figure 1: Front view of the OxyLite 1. Power-on indicator light 2. Alphanumeric OLED display 3. Sensor connector Figure 2: Rear view of the OxyLite 1. SET button (see section 3.6) 2. BNC analogue output connectors. A = ‘Oxygen (pO )’;...
OxyLite is used in conjunction with its counterpart, the OxyFlo. All OxyLite sensors comprise a 230µm diameter bare optical fibre, which is used to direct light to and from the sensing tip. The fibres terminate at one...
(arrow) in an anticlockwise direction. NOTE: When replacing the adapter and in order to achieve a secure ‘grip’ on the sleeving, ensure that the threaded rear section is twisted tightly. Figure 3: An OxyLite sensor (‘NX-BF/OT’ type depicted) Revision 1.1 | May 2015...
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THE END OF THIS DOCUMENT. OxyLite sensors are NOT approved for use on patients. CAUTION DO NOT drop, stretch or ‘kink’ any part of an OxyLite sensor. Permanent damage may result. CAUTION Attempting to disconnect the sensor by pulling the cable sleeving instead of the front of the sensor connector may cause irreparable damage to the sensor.
OxyLite User Manual For safe storage of OxyLite sensors always refit the protective black cover when a sensor is not in use. CAUTION Accessories The following, non sensor-related accessories are available from Oxford Optronix Ltd. for use with the OxyLite:...
Position the unit on a flat and stable surface. Note that the standard sensor cable length is 2.5 metres (approx. 8 feet). Ensure that the power On/Off switch at the rear of the OxyLite is in the OFF (0) position.
OxyLite User Manual Connecting / Disconnecting Sensors The OxyLite supports pre-calibrated sensors featuring integrated ‘EEPROM’ electronic chips to provide true plug and play convenience. The electronic chip contains sensor-specific calibration information which is read and loaded by the monitor upon connection.
OxyLite User Manual Display Messages The OxyLite front panel displays the pO and temperature measurements when a sensor is connected and in use. Other messages, including error messages are also displayed to the user. A list of messages and their...
OxyLite User Manual The SET button OxyLite functionality is controlled via a SET button at the rear of the monitor (see figure 2). Pressing the button when no sensor is connected allows the oxygen units to be selected from a choice of mmHg or kPa.
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The use of sensors beyond the 6-month calibration period is entirely at the discretion and at the own risk of the user. NOTE: When a sensor with an expired calibration is connected, the OxyLite display will maintain the ‘Use Left | Cal.Expiry’ message until the user presses the SET button at the rear of the monitor.
Temperature Compensation The luminescence-based oxygen monitoring technology employed by the OxyLite is sensitive to temperature. The error in the pO reading due to a discrepancy between the temperature at the site of measurement and the temperature at which the sensor was calibrated (37°C) is dependent upon:...
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Manual temperature correction Temperature compensation can also be achieved by manual temperature control using the SET button at the rear of the OxyLite monitor. This allows the use of less costly oxygen-only sensors in certain circumstances. Manual temperature control may suffice in situations where the temperature of the monitoring site or fluid is stable and known to within ±2 - 3ºC.
Compatibility requires a dedicated and free software Add-on for LabChart (the ‘Device Enabler’*), which supports automatic recognition of the Oxford Optronix monitor, the use of multiple Oxford Optronix monitors simultaneously and provides a choice of pre- loaded configuration settings specifically tailored to our monitors.
Optronix; product ‘OLO-BNC’) provide compatibility with the vast majority of data acquisition systems. The following table summarizes the unit conversion parameters required for data acquisition via the analogue outputs at the rear of the OxyLite monitor when using third-party data recorders (factory defaults shown): Parameter...
4. C ARE OF Use of OxyLite OxyLite should only be operated on a secure, flat, horizontal surface and in ambient temperatures of 15°C to 30°C. Cleaning and Storage of OxyLite The monitor enclosure may be surface-cleaned by wiping lightly using a soft cloth dampened with a commercial, nonabrasive cleaner.
DO NOT store OxyLite sensors in bright sunlight. CAUTION OxyLite sensors have a limited used or unused total shelf life and a recommended use-by date (printed on the sensor packaging). Both should be considered when establishing sensor inventories. Refer to section 3.7 for further information.
OxyLite User Manual The effect of exposure to heat, radiation, glutaraldehyde, ETO gas or plasma on the performance and measurement accuracy of OxyLite sensors has not been validated. CAUTION Disposal of Sensors After use, failure and/or expiry, please dispose of sensors carefully and in accordance with local and national biohazard regulations and guidelines.
ROUBLESHOOTING AND AINTENANCE Troubleshooting If you experience a problem using the OxyLite that you are unable to correct by reconnecting the sensor(s) and/or turning off and turning back on the monitor, please contact Oxford Optronix technical support (see p2 of this document).
OxyLite. Check that the correct data channels are being viewed on the software package provided by the data acquisition module supplier. If the problem persists please contact technical support.
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Generally speaking, unexpectedly low oxygen readings have a physiological root cause (where used in vivo). For example, the force exerted by the tip of an OxyLite sensor can easily exceed capillary closing pressure. Low pO readings will result if this is the case.
If the subject is being artificially respired using pure oxygen, the tissue pO can exceed normal levels. Under these circumstances, it is possible that tissue pO will exceed the range supported by the OxyLite (i.e. 200mmHg). With very high pO the OxyLite may no longer report an oxygen value and report error state.
The monitor should be inspected regularly for signs of wear and tear. The OxyLite monitor is supplied with a 2 year warranty. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions of the Warranty at the end of this user manual for further details.
Decontamination Declaration form MUST be obtained prior to shipping the equipment. Pack the OxyLite in its original shipping carton where available. If the original carton is not available, pack the OxyLite in a suitably sized STURDY cardboard box ensuring that it is surrounded on ALL sides by at least 10 cm (4”) of tightly packed polystyrene chips, bubble wrap, foam or...
Sensors are warranted for a single use only. Oxford Optronix Ltd. is not liable under this warranty for defects arising from more than one insertion (or use) in vivo, and/or for continuous/accumulated operation in excess of 48 hours at the default sampling rate, and/or for operation in excess of 6 months from factory calibration.
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User Instructions or from any failure to service or maintain the Products in accordance with such instructions. Oxford Optronix Ltd. specifically disclaims any other express or implied warranty, including warranties of merchantability and of fitness for use. To the full extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable in any way whatsoever...
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